Beginning his career, from 2011 to 2012, Durk released his debut, un-official mixtape, I’m a Hitta which was released on August 26, 2011. On April 3, 2012, Durk released his sophomore mixtape, a sequel to his previous tape, I’m Still a Hitta. Durka later released his third mixtape on November 5, 2012, titled Life Ain’t No Joke
Like many drill artists, Durk’s early career was plagued with legal issues and accusations of violence. These issues eventually led to his shows being canceled.
From 2013 to 2015 Durk released a total of four projects, three mixtapes, and an album. October 10, 2013, marked the release of the first Signed to the Streets, one of Durk’s most notable mixtapes and the start of a series. In the summer of 2014, specifically July 4, Durk released a sequel to Signed to the Streets and released Signed to the Streets 2 featuring his “What You Do to Me”.
2015 would be an enormous year for Lil Durk as in July 2015, Durk released his debut studio album, Remember My Name which featured his Jeremih-assisted “Like Me.” Later that year, Durk released his sixth mixtape 300 Days 300 Nights which included his then-girlfriend, Dej Loaf-assisted, “My Beyoncé.”
From 2016 to 2017, Durk released a total of four solo projects and one collaborative project. On July 22, 2016, Durk released his sophomore studio album, Lil Durk 2X accompanied by features such as Future, Young Thug, Yo Gotti and more. Ending the year, Durk released They Forgot, his seventh mixtape.
Beginning 2017, in February, Durk released his seventh mixtape, Love Songs for the Streets, which is deemed as one of his most notable projects including features from Moneybagg Yo and YFN Lucci. Later that year in August, Durk released a collaborative EP with Lil Reese titled Supa Vultures; the project included his “Nobody Knows”. On October 19, 2017, Durk carried on with his Signed to the Streets series with the highly anticipated Signed to the Streets 2.5. The mixtape included the start of yet another song series titled “India” dedicated to his fiancé India Cox otherwise known as India Royale.
In 2018, Durk released two projects, he began with Just Cause Y'all Waited, Durk’s highest-charting mixtape peaking at #57 on the Billboard 200. Durk then released a sequel to Love Songs for the Streets titled Love Songs 4 the Streets 2. Durk was extremely successful prior to this album, however, many say that this exact album broke Durk into the mainstream rap industry as it had been his first project to chart in the top 10 of the Billboard 200.
2020 was an even better year for Lil Durk as he released his almost chart-topping Just Cause Y’all Waited 2 which peaked at #2 on the Billboard 200. It was later followed up with a deluxe.
The scars of violence run deep in Durk’s discography, particularly arising from the loss of OTF members Nunu (Nuski) and King Von at the hands of gunfire. Both artists are commemorated on his album The Voice, for which a deluxe version was released in 2021.
Anointing himself as the voice of the streets, Durk followed up this project with the release of the collaborative album The Voice of the Heroes with Lil Baby which brought the Chicago native artist his first #1 album.
Marking his first solo #1 album, in March 2022, Lil Durk released a melodramatic take on the deaths of his loved ones through an album titled 7220. The album became Durk’s first solo project to top the charts.
Support You
Lil Durk Lyrics
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Way this shit going, man, it probably was your partner
And it hurt my soul when I don't be talking to my daughters
Free Big Meech, they gave him five plus a quarter
He ain't never tell, he got pride, that's his morals
Can't bump into them niggas, I can never keep it cordial
I support my brothers, put they music in my story (AyeTM)
It's so crazy 'cause I bumped into a label, got some money from a label
They gon' rob until they stable
And if it's for my brother, ain't no favor, yeah
Gotta watch them niggas, they confusing
They gon' turn they back on you, they find out that you losin'
Watch the police on the Waze app, that's why I be cruisin'
R.I.P. to Nunu, put his face on a Cuban, yeah
If they don't support you
Niggas ain't for you
Niggas ain't loyal
Niggas don't love you
They'll take you
You ain't a snake but they'll make you
I hate a nigga who ungrateful
Been in the streets for so long, I can tell you who play cool
He ain't a shooter, he ain't shot shit
And he ain't rich 'cause he ain't got shit
At least keep a Kel-Tec in your pocket
And I knew it was lit when Rondo had a rocket
I'm recording in the Wraith room
I got a freaky lil' bitch, she play with grapefruit
She a lil' eater lil' bitch, she drinking Grey Goose
We do the dash on the E-way, gotta watch out for the state troops
In Boston, damn near fell out off them pills, huh
You call them niggas your brothers, they ain't real, huh
Your first time in the shootout gave you chills, huh?
Knew it was real when he lost his appeal, huh
You can't wake up and rob, that's a skill, huh
You can't wake up and kill, that's a skill, huh
Rich niggas come around her and steal her
Come around her and steal her
If they don't support you
Niggas ain't for you
Niggas ain't loyal
Niggas don't love you
They'll take you
You ain't a snake but they'll make you
I hate a nigga who ungrateful
Been in the streets for so long, I can tell you who play cool
In the song "Support You" by Lil Durk, the lyrics explore themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the harsh realities of street life. Durk reflects on the danger and deception that can come from within his own circle, questioning who shot his friend and suggesting that it might have been someone close to them. This betrayal hurts him deeply, especially because he's unable to communicate with his own daughters, which highlights the personal struggles he faces amidst the turmoil.
Durk references Big Meech, a notable figure in the drug trade, who never snitched despite receiving a lengthy prison sentence. This exemplifies the importance of loyalty and pride within the street code. However, Durk acknowledges the difficulty of maintaining etiquette with people he can't trust, as he can never keep his interactions cordial with potential enemies.
The lyrics also touch on Durk's rise to fame and newfound success in the music industry. Growing up without cable, he's amazed that he's now connected with record labels and has money to his name. However, he recognizes the dangers of wealth and fame. He warns against trusting people who may turn their backs on you, emphasizing the importance of being cautious and not being deceived by false loyalty.
Overall, "Support You" delves into the complexities of relationships and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in the midst of a treacherous environment.
Line by Line Meaning
Who shot you? I don't know, they got you
I'm unsure of who harmed you, but it seems like they caught you by surprise
Way this shit going, man, it probably was your partner
With the current situation, it's likely that your own friend betrayed you
And it hurt my soul when I don't be talking to my daughters
It deeply pains me when I don't have the opportunity to communicate with my daughters
Free Big Meech, they gave him five plus a quarter
I hope Big Meech is released from prison soon, he was sentenced to a lengthy term
He ain't never tell, he got pride, that's his morals
He never cooperated with the authorities, he values his honor and principles
Can't bump into them niggas, I can never keep it cordial
I can't casually interact with those individuals, I always have to be cautious
I support my brothers, put they music in my story (AyeTM)
I show my support for my friends by sharing their music on my social media
Grew up with no cable
I had a childhood without access to cable television
It's so crazy 'cause I bumped into a label, got some money from a label
It's astonishing because I unexpectedly encountered a record label and received financial support
They gon' rob until they stable
They will continue to rob others until they feel financially secure
And if it's for my brother, ain't no favor, yeah
If it's for the sake of my friend, I won't hesitate to help, yeah
Gotta watch them niggas, they confusing
I have to be wary of those individuals, they tend to be deceptive
They gon' turn they back on you, they find out that you losin'
They will betray you once they discover that you are facing difficulties
Watch the police on the Waze app, that's why I be cruisin'
I use the Waze app to monitor the police presence, that's why I drive cautiously
R.I.P. to Nunu, put his face on a Cuban, yeah
Rest in Peace to Nunu, I immortalized his image on a Cuban link necklace, yeah
If they don't support you
If they don't stand by you and show their support
Niggas ain't for you
Those individuals are not truly on your side
Niggas ain't loyal
Those individuals lack loyalty
Niggas don't love you
Those individuals don't genuinely care for you
They'll take you
They will exploit or harm you
You ain't a snake but they'll make you
While you may not be deceitful, they will force you to act that way
I hate a nigga who ungrateful
I despise an individual who lacks gratitude
Been in the streets for so long, I can tell you who play cool
Having spent a significant time in the streets, I can easily identify those who are genuine
He ain't a shooter, he ain't shot shit
He is not someone skilled in shooting, he hasn't engaged in any violence
And he ain't rich 'cause he ain't got shit
Moreover, he is not wealthy because he possesses nothing of value
At least keep a Kel-Tec in your pocket
At the very least, carry a Kel-Tec firearm discreetly
And I knew it was lit when Rondo had a rocket
I realized it was significant when Rondo obtained a powerful firearm
I'm recording in the Wraith room
I am currently recording my music in the luxurious Wraith automobile
I got a freaky lil' bitch, she play with grapefruit
I have an adventurous and sexually open-minded woman, she enjoys playing with grapefruit
She a lil' eater lil' bitch, she drinking Grey Goose
She is a small but voracious woman, she indulges in Grey Goose vodka
We do the dash on the E-way, gotta watch out for the state troops
We speed on the expressway, but remain cautious of law enforcement officers
In Boston, damn near fell out off them pills, huh
In Boston, I almost collapsed due to the strong effect of those pills, huh
You call them niggas your brothers, they ain't real, huh
You refer to those individuals as your brothers, but they are not truly loyal, huh
Your first time in the shootout gave you chills, huh?
Your initial experience in a gunfire exchange terrified you, huh?
Knew it was real when he lost his appeal, huh
I realized it was genuine when he failed to win his legal appeal, huh
You can't wake up and rob, that's a skill, huh
You can't simply wake up and commit robbery, it requires a certain level of skill, huh
You can't wake up and kill, that's a skill, huh
You can't just wake up and take someone's life, it's a skill that requires practice, huh
Rich niggas come around her and steal her
Wealthy individuals enter her life and take advantage of her
Come around her and steal her
They come into her presence and manipulate or exploit her
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Durk Banks, Thomas Moore
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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