WHY
NF Lyrics

Too many faces, too many faces, too many faces
The singer is overwhelmed by the number of people around him or the different sides of his personality, which makes it hard to know who he really is.

Yeah, what's your definition of success? (ay)
The singer questions what success really means and how it relates to his life.

I don't trust the thoughts that come inside my head (woo)
The singer struggles with trusting his own thoughts and may have intrusive thoughts or a mental health issue.

I don't trust this thing that beats inside my chest
The singer doesn't trust his own heart or emotions, possibly because he's been hurt before or is afraid of being vulnerable.

Who I am and who I wanna be cannot connect, why?
The singer feels disconnected from his true self and doesn't know how to bridge the gap between who he is and who he wants to be.

Don't think I deserve it? You get no respect (woo)
The singer feels disrespected by others who don't think he deserves success or recognition.

I just made a couple mil', still not impressed
The singer has achieved financial success but still feels unfulfilled or unsatisfied.

Let You Down goes triple platinum, yeah, okay, okay, I guess (ay)
The singer has had a successful song but seems underwhelmed by its popularity.

Smile for a moment then these questions startin' to fill my head, not again!
The singer feels happy temporarily but then his anxiety and doubts start to creep in, causing him to question his happiness.

I push away the people that I love the most, why? (woo)
The singer has difficulty connecting with the people he loves, possibly due to his own insecurities or fear of rejection.

I don't want no one to know I'm vulnerable, why? (woo)
The singer doesn't want to show his vulnerability or emotions to others, possibly because he sees it as a weakness.

That makes me feel weak and so uncomfortable, why? (ay)
The singer feels uncomfortable showing his weakness because he wants to be strong and in control.

Stop askin' me questions, I just wanna feel alive
The singer is tired of being interrogated and just wants to experience life without scrutiny or pressure.

Until I die, this isn't Nate's flow (woo)
The singer is expressing that he doesn't want to be known for a specific style or flow in his music and wants to keep evolving.

Just let me rhyme, I'm in disguise
The singer wants to be seen as a skilled rapper and doesn't want his identity to distract from his music.

I'm a busy person, got no time for lies, one of a kind
The singer values honesty and authenticity and sees himself as a unique individual.

They don't see it, I pull out they eyes, I'm on the rise!
The singer feels overlooked or underestimated but is determined to succeed despite others' opinions.

I've been doin' this for most my life with no advice (woo)
The singer has been making music for a long time and doesn't feel like he's had much guidance or mentorship.

Take my chances, I just roll the dice, do what I like
The singer takes risks and follows his own path, regardless of what others may think or advise him to do.

As a kid, I was afraid of heights, put that aside
The singer has overcome his fears in the past and is willing to do so again, likely as a metaphor for his current struggles.

Now I'm here and they look so surprised, well so am I, woo!
The singer has achieved success, but it's not what he expected and he's still in disbelief.

They don't invite me to the parties but I still arrive
The singer feels like an outsider and isn't always included in social events, but he still doesn't let that stop him from showing up.

Kick down the door and then I go inside
The singer is determined to make his presence known and to assert himself in any situation.

Give off that "I do not belong here" vibe
The singer feels like he doesn't belong or isn't accepted in certain situations, potentially because of his fame or perceived reputation.

Then take the keys right off the counter, let's go for a ride
The singer is impulsive and spontaneous and wants to take control of the situation by taking the keys and going for a drive.

Why do y'all look mortified? (ay)
The singer is questioning why others are surprised or afraid of him or his behavior.

I keep to myself, they think I'm sorta shy, organized
Others may see the singer as shy or introverted, but in reality, he's just careful about what he shares and organized in his thoughts.

Let You Down's the only song you've heard of? Well then you're behind (woo)
The singer has more to offer than just one song and thinks it's a shame if that's all people know him for.

Story time, wish that I could think like Big Sean does, but I just can't decide (aah)
The singer admires Big Sean's confidence and decisiveness and wishes he could adopt those traits but feels stuck in his own confusion and self-doubt.

If I should stick my knife inside of Pennywise
The singer is referencing a character from Stephen King's It and may be using it as a metaphor for his own fears or inner demons.

I, I don't care what anybody else thinks, lies (haha)
The singer claims he doesn't care what others think, but his laughter shows that he's not entirely confident in that statement.

I do not need nobody to help me, lies
The singer insists he doesn't need help from others, but he may be masking his own insecurities or fears by saying so.

I kinda feel guilty 'cause I'm wealthy, why?
The singer may be questioning his own wealth and if he truly deserves it or if it's causing him to lose touch with his true self.

I don't understand, it's got me questionin' like, "Why?
The singer is confused and questioning the reasons behind his own thoughts and emotions.

Just tell me why, not back to this flow
The singer wants answers and clarity to his own questions and doubts and doesn't want to be distracted by his music.

Inside I feel divided
The singer feels conflicted or torn between different parts of his personality or desires.

Back when I ain't had a dime, but had the drive
The singer had motivation and determination even when he was poor or unknown.

Back before I ever signed, I questioned life, like, "Who am I, man?" Woo!
Before he was famous, the singer had existential questions about his identity and purpose in life.

Nothin' to me's ever good enough
The singer never feels completely satisfied or fulfilled, no matter how much he achieves or receives.

I could be workin' for twenty-four hours a day and think I never did enough
The singer has high standards and expectations for himself and feels like he can always do better or more.

My life is a movie but there ain't no tellin' what you're gonna see in my cinema (no)
The singer's life is unpredictable and full of surprises, and no one knows what to expect from him or his work.

I wanna be great but I get it in the way of myself
The singer has the aspiration to be great but may sabotage himself or his own progress due to his doubts or fears.

And I think about everything that I could never be
The singer has regrets or doubts about things he can never achieve or become.

Why do I do it though? Ay, yeah
The singer questions why he doubts or questions himself so much, even when he's achieved so much success.

Why you always lookin' aggravated?
The singer questions why others seem to be always judging or criticizing him or his behavior.

Not a choice, you know I had to make it
The singer had to make a hard decision, even when it wasn't what he wanted or expected.

When they talk about the greatest, they gon' probably never put us in the conversation
The singer feels like he's not being recognized or respected for his work, and won't be considered one of the greatest artists of his time.

Like somethin' then I gotta take it
The singer is impulsive and may take drastic action if he wants something badly enough.

Write somethin' then I might erase it
The singer may have doubts or self-censorship when writing or creating something new, and may not always feel confident in his own work.

I love it, then I really hate it
The singer may have strong emotions or opinions about his own work or the work of others, and may feel torn or conflicted about it.

What's the problem, Nathan? I don't know
The singer is questioning what's causing him to feel so conflicted or confused and doesn't have the answers.

I know I like to preach to always be yourself (yeah)
The singer values authenticity and encourages others to be true to themselves as well.

But my emotions make me feel like I am someone else
The singer's own emotions or doubts may cause him to feel like he's not being true to himself or that he's lost touch with who he really is.

Me and pride had made a pact that we don't need no help
The singer may have a strong sense of pride or self-sufficiency, which could be causing him to refuse help or support from others.

Which feels like I'm at war inside myself but I forgot the shells
The singer feels like he's in conflict with himself or his own emotions, and may be struggling to find a resolution or sense of peace.

I hold my issues up for all to see, like show and tell
The singer is open about his own struggles or issues and may use his music as a platform to express them.

A lot of people know me, but not a lot know me well
The singer may have a lot of fans or followers, but he feels like they don't truly know him or his inner struggles and conflicts.

Hold my issues up for all to see, like show and tell
The singer is again expressing his willingness to be vulnerable and open about his personal struggles.

A lot of people know me, but they don't know me well
The singer is repeating his earlier sentiment that he feels misunderstood or unknown by his fans or the public.