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.
This Aint What U Want
Lil Durk Lyrics
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I call it how I see it so, this ain't what you want
I'm on the road doing shows so well, this ain't what you want
'Cause the road you can go I know, this ain't what you want
I hear them niggas after me but, this ain't what you want
They say, "What you want?" And I guarantee this ain't what you want
I'm from the land where ain't no lackin' at, this ain't what you want
I wrap 'em up we get a dark car, this ain't what you want
Niggas claim that they're after me, but this ain't what they want
'Cause I hopped into this industry, this ain't what they want
See this rap shit ain't shit to me, this ain't what they want
I got the police all into me, this ain't what they want
In my own city they hate on me, put weight on me
Fuck TMZ, fuck Breaking News and ABC
I can't do no shows cause I terrify my city, they say I terrify my city
Niggas get slumped, you're the first to get blamed
A nigga try us, he the first one to get changed
They say you snitch, tryna put dirt on my name
They rat on me ask is Lil Durk my name (L's)
Tell me what's it gon' be, this ain't what you want
I call it how I see it so, this ain't what you want
I'm on the road doing shows so well, this ain't what you want
'Cause the road you can go I know, this ain't what you want
I hear them niggas after me but, this ain't what you want
They say, "What you want?" And I guarantee this ain't what you want
I'm from the land where ain't no lackin' at, this ain't what you want
I wrap 'em up we get a dark car, this ain't what you want
Daddy doin' life, snitches doin' months
I'm screamin' free the real, 'cause this ain't what you want
A nigga claim 300, add a K you done
I'm really in the field 'cause this is what I want
I'mma turn the streets up, this is anthem
Niggas hate on my squad, I tell 'em step they shit up
Same since day one and I can't change up
After all of the gossip, I still the chaser
Fuck niggas don't want none, (niggas don't want) they don't want
Same nigga since day one, (day one) nigga I'm 300 (nigga I'm 300) L's
Tell me what's it gon' be, this ain't what you want
I call it how I see it so, this ain't what you want
I'm on the road doing shows so well, this ain't what you want
'Cause the road you can go I know, this ain't what you want
I hear them niggas after me but, this ain't what you want
And I guarantee this ain't what you want
I'm from the land where ain't no lackin' at, this ain't what you want
I wrap 'em up we get a dark car, this ain't what you want, L's
The song "Dis Ain't What U Want" by Lil Durk is about how he does not want to associate himself with people who do not have the same goals as him. He refers to the people who are after him and claim they want to be like him but they are not willing to do what it takes to get there. The song's chorus directly addresses these people, implying that they would not be able to handle the same level of intensity as him.
Lil Durk raps about his experiences with fame and success, how he is on the road doing shows and how police are always after him. He also mentions that some people in his own city hate him and put weight on him. He also talks about how he is being accused of being a snitch, which he denies.
Throughout the song, Lil Durk mentions being from the land where there is no lackin', which is a reference to Chicago's history of gang violence. He is telling those who are after him that he is not one to be messed with and that they do not want to end up on the wrong side of the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me what's it gon' be, this ain't what you want
I'm asking you to make a choice, but warning you that the consequences of your decision will not be favorable.
I call it how I see it so, this ain't what you want
I'm telling you the truth based on my perspective, and it's not going to be desirable for you.
I'm on the road doing shows so well, this ain't what you want
I'm successfully touring and making money, which is not what my enemies want for me.
'Cause the road you can go I know, this ain't what you want
The path I'm on is not the one my enemies want for me because it leads to success and prosperity.
I hear them niggas after me but, this ain't what you want
I know that my enemies are trying to harm me, but they are not ready for the consequences of their actions.
They say, "What you want?" And I guarantee this ain't what you want
My enemies are taunting me to see what I want, but I can assure them that what they don't want is the retaliation I'm capable of.
I'm from the land where ain't no lackin' at, this ain't what you want
I come from a place where people are prepared for any situation and are always ready to defend themselves. My enemies are not ready for what I can bring.
I wrap 'em up we get a dark car, this ain't what you want
When my enemies cross me, I retaliate mercilessly and violently. They don't want to see me bring out the big guns.
Daddy doin' life, snitches doin' months
My father is serving a life sentence and those who betray me and my crew only get a small punishment in comparison.
I'm screamin' free the real, 'cause this ain't what you want
I'm advocating for the innocent and genuine people to be freed from the system that imprisons them because true justice would be a threat to my enemies.
A nigga claim 300, add a K you done
If someone falsely claims to be a part of my crew, simply adding the number 1000 to the end of their claim will expose their lie and show that they are not affiliated with us.
I'm really in the field 'cause this is what I want
I'm genuinely invested in the lifestyle I'm living and the actions I'm taking because it aligns with my true desires and goals.
I'mma turn the streets up, this is anthem
I'm going to make my mark on the streets and create a legacy with my music that will inspire others to follow in my footsteps.
Niggas hate on my squad, I tell 'em step they shit up
People try to bring down my crew and me with their hate and criticism, but I challenge them to improve and do better before they can even think about coming after us.
Same since day one and I can't change up
I have been true to myself and my beliefs since the beginning and I won't compromise my integrity for anyone or anything.
After all of the gossip, I still the chaser
Despite all the rumors and negative attention that surrounds me, I still pursue my goals with determination and focus.
Fuck niggas don't want none, (niggas don't want) they don't want
My enemies are not willing to take on the consequences of their actions and are afraid of what I'm capable of.
Same nigga since day one, (day one) nigga I'm 300 (nigga I'm 300) L's
I have been true to my identity and my crew since the beginning and I am unapologetically myself. Our strength as a unit is unmatched and we take our losses (L's) in stride.
And I guarantee this ain't what you want
I am warning my enemies that the consequences of their actions will not be favorable for them and they should think twice before crossing me.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DURK BANKS, LAPARIS NUNN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mylesclark2371
Watching this video is like opening up a history book
@831Bars
This video belongs in a museum no cap
@hashbrownjoe201
History fo the streets
@stackkzzz____
Faxxx
@ahumanwhodoesntlikenoobs395
I don’t like is more iconic .
@latuba27
@@ahumanwhodoesntlikenoobs395 yes that song is more iconic for the drill music scene, however, this song was iconic because it's solidified Lil Durk moment in history I don't like is actually more of Chief Keef and Lil Reese song but this song really showed Lil durk's Talent
@2ays348
7 years ago today and This song created Lil Durk’s Career. Durk Day
@ky5059
L’s Anthem did
@Hallowpoet
I think we could consider this to durk going a lil mainstream, after 2015 he was quiet but after 2017 oh boy
@adebajoadedamola7763
@@Hallowpoet Durk on a crazy run rn