With an energetic and fun-forward approach to music and content creation, the singer-songwriter produces absolute earworms. At the same time, he never fails to bring the laughs on the FRDi (Feels Right Don’t it) show that he hosts with his videographer and overall partner-in-crime, Cakes Mitchell.
While some fans view him primarily as a pop artist, Donovan’s catalog contains a surprisingly deep mixture of sounds and styles.
From the smooth R&B feel of a track like “Intentions” to the light and playful sounds of his biggest hit “Fine Apple” (which landed him a Bryce Vine remix), it’s not easy to pin a label on his musical stylings.This is due in part to his prolific work rate. In the three years since he started releasing music, Nic D has pushed out more than 70 songs, as well as a 16 track album titled “This Can’t Be It” in 2020.
The easiest recurring theme to identify in all of the tracks is unquestionably the concept of love. As both a husband and a father, the rapper paints vivid pictures of what matters to him the most.
In the track “Serotonin,” he touches on the idea of being with a significant forever in the chorus while also comparing himself to the suave bank robber Danny Ocean in the process.
That kind of slick-yet-earnest wordplay has worked out well for the Virginia native, as he currently holds 1.2 million monthly listeners as of January 2022.
Outside of music, Donovan and Mitchell’s podcast has also found major success on TikTok. The show, which has a separate account from both of its hosts, has racked up nearly 1.5 million followers and more than 40 million likes on the app.
Although it’s still early in his career, Nic has already proved that he has what it takes to make a living in the entertainment industry, and it certainly looks like his current wave of success won’t be ending any time soon.
- Alec Mullins, Dexerto.com
Mood
Nic d Lyrics
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Still not feeling like I write enough
To keep the peace I just keep releasing
Look another beat is gonna bite the dust
This practice
If I wanna do it I just do it yeah I do what I imagine
Stay thrifty
I just cop anything what you know about fashion
No khakis
I ain't ever slacking
Everybody wanna get it fast it ain't lastin'
I'm the turtle of the race you the rabbit
You end up getting past in an Aston
Oof, who gassed him
They telling me I'm gonna Blow a gasket
I don't remember askin'
Tell em that its passion
Better hope I never get traction
Wheels spinnin' guess I gotta deal with it
Same thang nothin' changed I just feel different
Like real different
So I guess if your askin' I prolly gotta
Play, play it cool play it cool
Why you messin' with my mood
Make a move make a move
They keep guessing what I'll do
Gimme proof, gimme proof
Gotta prove nothin' to you
This what I do, what I do
Man this thang nothin new
I do everything as if I'm running out of time to
Never met anybody that works as hard as I do
Sorry for the energy, this just what my pride do
Told y'all I ain't perfect you don't even need to find proof
You'll always win if I don't care about scoring
Your defensive cause your scared of your story
I get it man the realness is boring
But how long can you really ignore me
Play it cool play it cool
Why you messin' with my mood
Make a move make a move
They keep guessing what I'll do
Gimme proof, gimme proof
Gotta prove nothin' to you
This what I do what I do
Man this thang nothin' new
Play it cool play it cool
Why you messin' with my mood
Make a move make a move
They keep guessing what I'll do
Gimme proof, gimme proof
Gotta prove nothin' to you
This what I do what I do
Man this thang nothin' new
In “Mood,” Nic D reflects on his approach to music and the pressure he faces to keep creating content. He admits that even though he drops songs twice a month, he still doesn’t feel like he writes enough. To keep the peace, he chooses to keep releasing material. Nic D emphasizes his commitment to fulfilling his creative vision and staying ahead of the trends in both music and fashion.
The rapper’s pride and confidence is evident in the lyrics as he asserts his decision to do things his way and highlights his achievements. He reveals that he does everything as if he is running out of time and has never met anyone who works harder than he does. Nic D acknowledges that his style may not be for everyone, but he encourages his listeners to pay attention and not ignore him for too long.
Overall, “Mood” is a self-referential rap song that speaks to Nic D’s unapologetic approach to his music, fashion, and life in general. The message is one of determination, confidence, and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been dropping songs twice a month
I release new music frequently, but I still feel like I'm not doing enough.
Still not feeling like I write enough
Despite my frequent releases, I don't feel like I'm writing enough.
To keep the peace I just keep releasing
I release new music to keep my fans happy, even though I still feel like I'm not doing enough.
Look another beat is gonna bite the dust
I've made so many songs that some of them have been forgotten.
If I wanna do it I just do it yeah I do what I imagine
When I want to make music, I just create what I envision in my mind.
Stay thrifty
I am financially responsible with my purchases.
Whole fit from the watch to the ring
I am fashionable from head to toe.
I just cop anything what you know about fashion
I buy anything related to fashion that I like.
No khakis
I don't wear khakis.
I ain't ever slacking
I never stop working hard.
Everybody wanna get it fast it ain't lastin'
Many people want to achieve success quickly, but it's not sustainable.
I'm the turtle of the race you the rabbit
I am slow and steady in my pursuits, while others are fast but burn out quickly.
You end up getting past in an Aston
Others may pass me quickly in a fancy car, but I will continue on slowly and steadily.
Oof, who gassed him
Someone has given me too much praise or encouragement that I don't need.
They telling me I'm gonna Blow a gasket
Others are warning me that I will lose control of my emotions.
I don't remember askin'
I'm not interested in the opinions or criticism of others.
Tell em that its passion
I am fueled by passion for what I do.
Better hope I never get traction
Others should hope that I don't become too successful, because then they may have to face me or compete with me.
Wheels spinnin' guess I gotta deal with it
Things are moving quickly for me, and I have to handle it.
Same thang nothin' changed I just feel different
I'm doing the same thing I always have, but I'm experiencing a new perspective or mood.
Like real different
This new perspective or mood is significant.
So I guess if your askin' I prolly gotta
If you're wondering how I feel or what's going on, I probably need to explain it to you.
Play, play it cool play it cool
I need to stay calm and composed.
Why you messin' with my mood
I don't appreciate others interfering with how I feel.
Make a move make a move
I need to keep taking action towards my goals.
They keep guessing what I'll do
Others are unsure of my next move.
Gimme proof, gimme proof
Others need to give me evidence to back up their claims.
Gotta prove nothin' to you
I don't need to prove myself to anyone.
This what I do, what I do
I'm doing what I do best.
Man this thang nothin new
This situation is not new to me.
Never met anybody that works as hard as I do
I work harder than anyone I've ever met.
Sorry for the energy, this just what my pride do
I apologize if I seem arrogant or overly confident, but it's just a result of my pride.
Told y'all I ain't perfect you don't even need to find proof
I'm not perfect, and others don't need to look for evidence of my flaws.
You'll always win if I don't care about scoring
Others will succeed if I don't prioritize winning or keeping score.
Your defensive cause your scared of your story
Others are defensive because they're afraid of their own vulnerabilities or past experiences.
I get it man the realness is boring
I understand that many people find authenticity uninteresting or unexciting.
But how long can you really ignore me
Eventually, my work and achievements will demand attention and recognition.
Writer(s): Nic Donovan
Contributed by Grace I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@guilhermefioring.2293
🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 this song is so good
@bl4ckgam3r42
Iai mano
@matheusmota9219
🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
@pedrohruas172
Salve
@johnn2670
Escutei no Instagram e Viciei
@marcosnovais1293
Eai man
@thekardiac-kid2212
Let’s be honest we all know his music hits different
@47StillStanding
facts
@levyeduardoo
Brow yeeaahhh
@katietrent2508
Waaay different 💯