PRIDEFUL
NF Lyrics
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Feels like I work my hardest when I'm at my lowest
Even unhappy people can have happy moments
Even small circles fall when the people you chose are
Lookin' at you like you owe 'em that money you're grossing
Brief seconds that impacted my life, on a huge scale
Weigh 'em like what's wrong and what's right
Predictions I predicted often arrive
Had some disagreements
Business model got some cracks, that's your biggest weakness
Way before I got involved, you knew that ship was sinkin'
So tellin' me to dive in water you won't dip your feet in
Tends to make me question you for lots of reasons
Keep twistin' my words, you got some courage, I applaud you
Tables, they turn, but was it worth what it cost you?
Watch and observe, lot of concerns in my heart, still
Angry and hurt, got what you earned bein' prideful
Prideful, yeah, prideful
Taking what you need, then blame it on me, man
That's so prideful, ayy, prideful
Callin' me conceited, oh, that's how you see it
Well, that's so
That's so shameful
Guess that's what I get for bein' faithful
Oh, you think I'm soulless 'cause the bank's full?
Yeah, oh, you think I'm heartless 'cause I made dough?
Yeah, that's so painful
Didn't know what you was doin' on the down low
Yeah, still you out here actin' like it's my fault
Yeah, I ain't never said I was an angel, no
I know myself enough to know what I need
Showed your true colors, I don't like what I see
Story keeps changin', I know what that means
Know what that means, I know what that means
How'd you go from bein' that somebody I believed
Into bein' someone doubtin' me behind the scenes?
Can't forgive a sorry that I ain't ever received
I mean least you could've done was gave me an apology
But you're so prideful, yeah, prideful
Taking what you need, then blame it on me, man
That's so (that's so), prideful, ayy, prideful
Callin' me conceited, oh, that's how you see it
Well, that's so (that's so, that's so)
(Callin' me conceited, oh, that's how you see it)
(That's so, prideful, prideful, yeah)
(Callin' me conceited, oh, that's how you see it)
(That's so)
In "Prideful," NF describes his experiences with people who have let their pride prevent them from acknowledging their mistakes, apologizing, or moving past disagreements. He emphasizes the difficulty of dealing with people who act entitled and try to take advantage of others, all while blaming them and twisting their words. He also reflects on how it feels to be unfairly criticized and judged by those who don't understand his perspective or struggles.
The song opens with NF's observation that he tends to work hardest when he's at his lowest. Despite the fact that even unhappy people can have happy moments, he feels like his circle of friends and associates can bring him down, particularly when they act like he owes them something because of his success. He mentions that there have been seconds in his life that have had a huge impact, and that he weighs them to figure out what's right and wrong. He predicts that negative outcomes will arrive, and that those who doubt him will ultimately sabotage their own success.
The second verse of the song describes a situation in which someone who was once a friend or associate has turned against NF. He implies that there were disagreements and that the person's business model was weak, which led to the failure of their endeavor. Despite this, the person continues to treat him unfairly and makes false accusations. NF expresses his anger and hurt at the situation and notes that the person's pride prevents them from acknowledging their part in the problem or from apologizing.
Overall, "Prideful" is an exploration of the difficulties of dealing with people who let their egos get in the way of genuine relationships and meaningful work. NF's lyrics suggest that true success is not just about making money or achieving status—it's about being humble, honest, and willing to learn from one's mistakes.
Line by Line Meaning
Feels like I work my hardest when I'm at my lowest
I feel most driven to work hard when I am in difficult circumstances.
Even unhappy people can have happy moments
People who are generally unhappy or struggling can still experience moments of happiness in their lives.
Even small circles fall when the people you chose are / Lookin' at you like you owe 'em that money you're grossing
Even a close group of friends or family can fall apart when they become jealous of your financial success.
Brief seconds that impacted my life, on a huge scale / Weigh 'em like what's wrong and what's right
Even brief moments can have a lasting impact on my life and it is important to evaluate the right and wrong in these moments.
Predictions I predicted often arrive / Like they own the place, and suffocate the areas that I thrive
My predictions about certain situations often come true and it feels like these situations suffocate the areas of my life where I am most successful.
Had some disagreements / Business model got some cracks, that's your biggest weakness
We have had some disagreements and the weaknesses in our business model have caused some problems.
Way before I got involved, you knew that ship was sinkin' / So tellin' me to dive in water you won't dip your feet in
You knew that the business was failing before I got involved, so it doesn't make sense for you to ask me to take on more risk than you are willing to take yourself.
Tends to make me question you for lots of reasons
Your actions make me question your motives and your trustworthiness.
Keep twistin' my words, you got some courage, I applaud you
You are misrepresenting what I say, but I can appreciate your bravery in doing so.
Tables, they turn, but was it worth what it cost you?
The situation has now reversed and you are in a difficult spot. Was it worth the actions you took to get here?
Watch and observe, lot of concerns in my heart, still / Angry and hurt, got what you earned bein' prideful
I am watching and paying attention to what is happening with a heavy heart. You are reaping the negative consequences of your prideful actions.
Taking what you need, then blame it on me, man / That's so prideful, ayy, prideful
You take what you need from me and then blame me for it. That is a sign of your pride.
Callin' me conceited, oh, that's how you see it
You believe that I am selfish or vain, but that is only how you choose to see me.
Well, that's so shameful / Guess that's what I get for bein' faithful
Your behavior is shameful and this is what I get for being loyal to you.
Oh, you think I'm soulless 'cause the bank's full? / Yeah, oh, you think I'm heartless 'cause I made dough? / Yeah, that's so painful
You believe that I am lacking in human compassion or feelings because I am financially successful. This is very hurtful to me.
Didn't know what you was doin' on the down low / Yeah, still you out here actin' like it's my fault
You were doing something unknown to me without my knowledge, yet you still act like everything that happened is my fault.
Yeah, I ain't never said I was an angel, no / I know myself enough to know what I need
I have never claimed to be perfect, but I know myself well enough to know what is best for me.
Showed your true colors, I don't like what I see / Story keeps changin', I know what that means
You have revealed your true character and it is not something that I admire. Your story keeps changing, which makes me distrust you.
How'd you go from bein' that somebody I believed / Into bein' someone doubtin' me behind the scenes?
I used to trust you completely, but now you are secretly doubting me and my abilities.
Can't forgive a sorry that I ain't ever received / I mean least you could've done was gave me an apology
I cannot forgive you if you have never apologized for your actions. At the very least, you could have said you were sorry.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cole Walowac, Nate Feuerstein, Tommee Profitt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lyrics
Yeah
Feels like I work my hardest when I’m at my lowest
Even unhappy people can have happy moments
Even small circles fold when the people you chose are
Lookin’ at you like you owe em that money your grossin’
Brief seconds that impacted my life
On a huge scale weigh em like what’s wrong and what’s right
Predictions I predicted often arrive
Like they own the place… and suffocate the areas that I thrive
Had some disagreements
Business model got some cracks that’s your biggest weakness
Way before I got involved you knew that ship was sinkin’
So telling me to dive in water you won’t dip your feet in
Tends to make me question you for lots of reasons
Keep twisting my words
You got some courage I applaud you
Tables they turned
But was it worth
What it cost you
Watch and observe
Lot of concerns
In my heart still
Angry and hurt
Got what you earned
Being prideful
Prideful (Yeah)
Prideful
Taking what you need then
Blame it on me
Man that’s so
Prideful
Prideful
Callin’ me conceited
Oh that’s how you see it
Well that’s so
That’s so
Shameful
Guess that’s what I get for being faithful
Oh you think
I’m soulless cause the Bank’s full
Oh you think I’m heartless cause I made dough
Yeah That’s so Painful
Didn’t know what you was doing on the down low
Yeah Still you out here actin’ like it’s my fault
Yeah I ain’t never said I was an angel… no
I know myself enough to know what I need
Showed ya true colors I don’t like what I see
Story keeps changin’ I know what that means
Know what that means I know what that means
How’d you go from being that somebody
I believed
In to being someone doubting me behind the scenes
Can’t forgive a sorry that I ain’t ever received
I mean least you coulda done was gave me an apology
But you’re so…
@NowaboMusic
Listening to NF is like having that one friend you only get to see every once in a while, but you both always pick up right where you left off.
@roniiiiii
Facts
@Ikronix007
True, Ima about to see a friend like that right now this spring break
@PKlifts
Omg so true well said bro
@furyofdarksoulsband
True
@aidandwyer677
damn this is so true
@kalebmccallum8356
“Can’t forgive a sorry that I ain’t ever received” damn 😔.
@kalembo09
dammm 🔥
@Raydan116
You can though, and should, even though it's hard.
@blessd24
@@Raydan116 Yep, just as God does.