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
Say
Nic d Lyrics
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Blowing through this paper like it's loose leaf But I ain′t even mad, in a week I'll make it back Those some thangs you'd prolly want me to say
Spend a couple thousand on some new things Everywhere I go they be like who′s he
Throw it in the bag, we just pop another tag Those are some things you′d prolly want me to say
I'm all in Yeah I′m all in
I could expedite the come up with a couple dollars
Cookin' this up in front of you like Benihana
I′m fallin' Yeah I'm fallin′
Fallin′ deep in love with the come up its a problem
It's getting polished really polished
Things are starting to heat up got it feeling like a sauna
Rollin′ through the city in my 2 seat
Blowing through this paper like it's loose leaf But I ain′t even mad, in a week I'll make it back Those some thangs you′d prolly want me to say
Spend a couple thousand on some new things Everywhere I go they be like who's he
Throw it in the bag, we just pop another tag Those are some things you'd prolly want me to say
I know what it′s like to have a dollar
It don′t ever fix none of your problems
I know what it's like to miss a father
That′s a make you stronger badge added to my armor
Wrote so many songs yeah feeling like an author
I just spill my heart then I add them to the roster Turn the music down, all we turnin' down is offers
Ghost ′em They like where he go yo I don't know man he a goner
Rollin′ through the city in my 2 seat
Blowing through this paper like it's loose leaf But I ain't even mad, in a week I′ll make it back Those some thangs you′d prolly want me to say
Spend a couple thousand on some new things Everywhere I go they be like who's he
Throw it in the bag, we just pop another tag Those are some things you′d prolly want me to say
In "Say," Nic D reflects on his success and newfound wealth, expressing a sense of confidence and contentment. He starts by describing his luxurious lifestyle, rolling through the city in his two-seater car and spending money freely. Despite indulging in this lavish lifestyle, he remains unbothered by it because he knows he can easily replenish his funds. He acknowledges that these are the things people would expect him to boast about.
The chorus reinforces Nic D's carefree attitude and his ability to quickly rise to success. He believes that by investing a few dollars, he can expedite his ascent. He references cooking up success, likeneing it to the skill of a Benihana chef. As he falls deeper in love with the process of achieving his dreams, he realizes that it comes with its own set of challenges, but even those challenges make him stronger.
In the second verse, Nic D reflects on the reality that money doesn't solve all problems. He has firsthand experience of having money but not finding it as a solution. He also touches upon the absence of a father figure in his life, which has made him more resilient. Writing songs has become a form of therapy for him, allowing him to pour his heart out and add those experiences to his repertoire. He highlights that turning down offers is the only thing he's turning down these days because his success has made him elusive and enigmatic.
Overall, "Say" showcases Nic D's confidence and introspection as he navigates the ups and downs of success, acknowledging the façade of wealth while also recognizing his growth and strength.
Line by Line Meaning
Rollin′ through the city in my 2 seat
I'm cruising confidently through the city in my two-seater car, enjoying the freedom and independence.
Blowing through this paper like it's loose leaf
I'm spending money easily and quickly, as if it were just sheets of loose paper, without any worries or regrets.
But I ain't even mad, in a week I'll make it back
Despite spending extravagantly, I'm not upset because I know I can easily earn back the money within a week.
Those some thangs you'd prolly want me to say
These are the things that others might expect or desire me to say, emphasizing my financial success and lifestyle.
Spend a couple thousand on some new things
I'm willing to invest a significant amount of money on purchasing new and luxurious items.
Everywhere I go they be like who's he
People are curious and intrigued by my presence, wondering about my identity and reputation.
Throw it in the bag, we just pop another tag
I casually spend more money, metaphorically throwing it into a bag, and continue to purchase items with price tags.
Those are some things you'd prolly want me to say
These are the statements that others might desire or expect from me, showcasing my wealth and spending habits.
I'm all in Yeah I'm all in
I'm fully committed and dedicated to my endeavors, leaving no room for hesitation or doubt.
I could expedite the come up with a couple dollars
By investing even a small amount of money, I can accelerate my progress towards success and personal growth.
I'm on it Yeah I'm on it
I'm actively engaged and focused on my goals and aspirations, taking immediate action to achieve them.
Cookin' this up in front of you like Benihana
I'm skillfully and impressively crafting my path to success right in front of others, just like a talented chef at Benihana restaurant.
I'm fallin' Yeah I'm fallin′
I'm deeply captivated and infatuated with my rapid progress and growing success, even though it may pose some challenges.
Fallin' deep in love with the come up, it's a problem
My strong attachment and passion for my journey towards success may become a significant obstacle or complication in my life.
It's getting polished really polished
My skills, abilities, and achievements are becoming refined and perfected to an exceptional degree.
Things are starting to heat up, got it feeling like a sauna
The intensity and momentum of my progress are increasing, creating an atmosphere of excitement and intensity similar to that of a sauna.
I know what it's like to have a dollar
I am familiar with the experience and consequences of having money and the limited ability of wealth to solve problems.
It don't ever fix none of your problems
Having money doesn't actually resolve any of your problems or challenges in life.
I know what it's like to miss a father
I understand the feeling of longing and nostalgia for a father figure who is absent or not present in my life.
That's a make you stronger badge added to my armor
The experience of growing up without a father has made me more resilient and fortified, providing me with strength and resilience.
Wrote so many songs yeah feeling like an author
I have written numerous songs, and the process makes me feel like a skilled and accomplished author expressing my thoughts and emotions creatively.
I just spill my heart then I add them to the roster
I pour my emotions and sincerity into my songs, adding them to my repertoire or collection of works.
Turn the music down, all we turnin' down is offers
I am not interested in decreasing the volume of my music, but rather declining or rejecting various offers or proposals presented to me.
Ghost 'em They like where he go yo I don't know man he a goner
I intentionally distance myself from certain individuals or opportunities, leaving others confused about my whereabouts or intentions, considering me as lost or unreachable.
Rollin′ through the city in my 2 seat
Once again, I am confidently driving through the city in my two-seater car, symbolizing my continued independence and success.
Blowing through this paper like it's loose leaf
Continuing to spend money rapidly and carelessly, as if it were just sheets of loose leaf paper, without any concern or hesitation.
But I ain't even mad, in a week I'll make it back
Despite my extravagant spending, I remain unfazed because I am confident that I can recoup the money within a week.
Those some thangs you'd prolly want me to say
Once again, these are the things that others may desire or expect me to say, emphasizing my financial success and lavish lifestyle.
Spend a couple thousand on some new things
I am willing to invest a significant amount of money in purchasing new and luxurious items.
Everywhere I go they be like who's he
Wherever I am, people are curious and intrigued about my identity and reputation, wondering who I am.
Throw it in the bag, we just pop another tag
I easily spend more money, symbolically tossing it into a bag, and continue to purchase items with price tags.
Those are some things you'd prolly want me to say
Once again, these are the statements that others might desire or expect from me, showcasing my wealth and extravagant spending habits.
Writer(s): Nicolas Donovan
Contributed by Jordan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dikadallavecchiabiscuit5144
Te descobri por acaso e estou apaixonada pelo teu trabalho.... principalmente por "Say" 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
@TheDoucheSauce
I keep coming back to this one, this one hits like something special.
@Brendalemes
Aee Brasil aqui 🇧🇷🇧🇷
@rxfixganjaoui4387
Dude I just discovered your music ... Now I know what I've been missing this year
@joycefelix2532
saving my quarantine in Brazil🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
@matheuslucca1568
So original! No need to talk bout drugs, crime, supercars, lots of money or expose expensive things on the clip... Love your content! Keep it like that. You're a light in the music industrie bro. And good luck, we're all watching u taking flight!
@raydynesaraivadossantos2409
Muito foda, amei demais... Top💙👏🏽😍🥰
@raffsantos9139
Acabei de ver um anúncio com ele cantando essa musica e corri pra ver o clipe
@GHOSTJERKER
Song is 🔥 Visuals on point👍
@luanodarcy8292
The best music in my playlist, I am Brazilian