Live Your Life ft. Rihanna
Rihanna Ft. T.I Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
All my all my soldiers over there in Iraq
Everybody right here,
What you need to do is be thankful
For the life you got, you know what I'm sayin?
Stop lookin' at what you ain't got
And start being thankful for what you do got
Let's give it to 'em baby girl
You're gonna be, a shinin' star
In fancy clothes, and fancy cars
And then you'll see, you're gonna go far
'Cause everyone knows, just who ya are
So live your life (Hey! Ay ay ay)
You steady chasin' that paper, just live your life
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
Ain't got no time for no haters, just live your life
(Hey! Ay ay ay)
No tellin' where it'll take ya, just live your life
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
'Cause I'm a paper chaser, just livin' my life
(Ay) my life (Oh) My life (Ay) my life (Oh)
Just livin' my life (Ay) my life (Oh)
My life (Ay) my life (Oh) just livin' my life
Hey, never mind what haters say
Ignore 'em 'til they fade away
Amazin' they ungrateful
After all the game I gave away
Safe to say I paved the way
For you cats to get paid today
You'd still be wastin' days away
Now had I never saved the day
Consider them my protege
Homage I think they should pay
Instead of bein' gracious
They violate in a major way
I never been a hater
Still I love 'em in a crazy way
Some say they sold the yay'
You know they couldn't get work on Labor Day
It ain't that black and white
It has an area the shade of gray
I'm Westside anyway
Even if I left today and stayed away
Some move away to make a way
Not move away 'cause they afraid
I brought back to the hood
And all you ever did was take away
I pray for patience
But they make me wanna melt they face away
Like I once made 'em spray
Now I could make 'em put the K's away
Been thuggin' all my life
Can't say I don't deserve to take a break
You'd rather see me catch a case and watch my future fade away
You're gonna be, a shinin' star
In fancy clothes, and fancy cars
And then you'll see, you're gonna go far
'Cause everyone knows, just who ya are
So live your life (Hey! Ay ay ay)
You steady chasin' that paper, just live your life
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
Ain't got no time for no haters, just live your life
(Hey! Ay ay ay)
No tellin' where it'll take ya, just live your life
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
'Cause I'm a paper chaser, just livin' my life
(Ay) my life (Oh) My life (Ay) my life (Oh)
Just livin' my life (Ay) my life (Oh)
My life (Ay) my life (Oh) just livin' my life
I'm the opposite of moderate
Immaculately polished with
The spirit of a hustler
And the swagger of a college kid
Allergic to the counterfeit
Impartial to the politics
Articulate
But still'll grab a nigga by the collar quick
Whoever havin' problems
With their record sales just holler TIP
If that don't work and all else fails
Then turn around and follow TIP
I got love for the game
But ay I'm not in love with all of it
Could do without the fame
And rappers nowadays are comedy
The hootin' and the hollerin'
Back and forth with the arguin'
Where you from, who you know
What you make and what kind of car you in
Seems as though you lost sight
Of what's important when depositin'
Them checks into your bank account
And you up out of poverty
Your values is a disarray, prioritizin' horribly
Unhappy with the riches
'Cause you're piss poor morally
Ignorin' all prior advice and forewarnin'
And we mighty full of ourselves all of a sudden, aren't we?
You're gonna be, a shinin' star
In fancy clothes, and fancy cars
And then you'll see, you're gonna go far
'Cause everyone knows, just who ya are
So live your life (Hey! Ay ay ay)
You steady chasin' that paper, just live your life
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
Ain't got no time for no haters, just live your life
(Hey! Ay ay ay)
No tellin' where it'll take ya, just live your life
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
'Cause I'm a paper chaser, just livin' my life
(Ay) my life (Oh) My life (Ay) my life (Oh)
Just livin' my life (Ay) my life (Oh)
My life (Ay) my life (Oh)
Got everybody watchin' what I do
Come walk in my shoes
And see the way I'm livin' if you really want to
Got my mind on my money
And I'm not goin' away
So keep on gettin' your paper, and keep on climbin'
Look in the mirror, and keep on shinin' (Shinin')
Until the game ends, 'til the clock stop
We gon' post up on the top spot
Livin' the life, the life
In the Windmill City got my whole team with me
The life, my life
I do it how I wanna do
I'm livin' my life, my life
I will never lose
I'm livin' my life, my life
And I'll never stop it
(So live your life)
The song “Live Your Life” by Rihanna featuring T.I. is an uplifting message to live life to the fullest and appreciate what you have. The lyrics encourage listeners to be thankful for their lives and stop focusing on what they lack. As T.I. notes, it’s important not to let haters bring you down, and to prioritize the things that truly matter. He acknowledges that he loves the game, but he’s not in love with all of it, and is wary of rappers who prioritize fame over integrity.
The song was inspired by an exchange between T.I. and Rihanna in a studio while they were discussing a mutual friend who was facing criticism for her clothing choices. T.I. told her to tell their friend to “just live your life,” and Rihanna liked the phrase so much that they decided to turn it into a song. The track was a massive success, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and proving to be one of Rihanna's most popular singles to date. It also won numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.
Line by Line Meaning
Ey, this is special what's happenin' to all my
Hey, this is a unique and significant moment that is occurring for all my
All my all my soldiers over there in Iraq
All my brave and dedicated soldiers who are currently stationed in Iraq
Everybody right here,
Everyone who is present in this moment,
What you need to do is be thankful
What you must do is express gratitude
For the life you got, you know what I'm sayin?
For the life you currently have, do you understand what I'm trying to convey?
Stop lookin' at what you ain't got
Cease focusing on what you lack
And start being thankful for what you do got
Instead, begin appreciating what you already possess
Let's give it to 'em baby girl
Let's deliver this message to them, my dear
You're gonna be, a shinin' star
You will become a radiant and successful individual
In fancy clothes, and fancy cars
Wearing luxurious attire and driving extravagant vehicles
And then you'll see, you're gonna go far
And eventually, you will achieve great heights
'Cause everyone knows, just who ya are
Because everyone will recognize your true identity
So live your life (Hey! Ay ay ay)
Therefore, live your life to the fullest extent (Hey! Ay ay ay)
You steady chasin' that paper, just live your life
You are persistently pursuing wealth, simply continue living your life
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
Ain't got no time for no haters, just live your life
You have no time or patience for individuals who spread negativity, solely focus on living your life
(Hey! Ay ay ay)
(Hey! Ay ay ay)
No tellin' where it'll take ya, just live your life
There's no predicting where your journey will lead, simply continue living your life
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
(Oh! Ay ay ay)
'Cause I'm a paper chaser, just livin' my life
Because I am relentlessly pursuing money, just living my life
(Ay) my life (Oh) My life (Ay) my life (Oh)
(Ay) my life (Oh) My life (Ay) my life (Oh)
Just livin' my life (Ay) my life (Oh)
Simply living my life without any limitations or regrets (Ay) my life (Oh)
My life (Ay) my life (Oh) just livin' my life
My life (Ay) my life (Oh), solely living my life
Hey, never mind what haters say
Hey, pay no attention to the negative comments from haters
Ignore 'em 'til they fade away
Disregard them until they gradually disappear
Amazin' they ungrateful
It's astounding how unappreciative they are
After all the game I gave away
Despite the many opportunities I provided to them
Safe to say I paved the way
It is reasonable to state that I created the path for success
For you cats to get paid today
So that you individuals can earn money in the present day
You'd still be wastin' days away
Otherwise, you would still be squandering your time
Now had I never saved the day
If I hadn't intervened and saved the situation
Consider them my protege
Regard them as my apprentices or disciples
Homage I think they should pay
They should show respect and acknowledge my influence
Instead of bein' gracious
Rather than demonstrating gratitude
They violate in a major way
They greatly disrespect me in various manners
I never been a hater
I have never harbored hate or envy
Still I love 'em in a crazy way
Nonetheless, I possess an intense love for them
Some say they sold the yay'
Some say they have sold drugs
You know they couldn't get work on Labor Day
Implying that they are incapable of finding employment even on Labor Day
It ain't that black and white
It isn't as simple or straightforward as it seems
It has an area the shade of gray
There are complexities and nuances to consider
I'm Westside anyway
Regardless, I am affiliated with the Westside
Even if I left today and stayed away
Even if I departed today and remained absent
Some move away to make a way
Some individuals relocate to create opportunities
Not move away 'cause they afraid
They don't leave out of fear
I brought back to the hood
I returned to the neighborhood
And all you ever did was take away
But all you ever did was deplete or steal
I pray for patience
I seek patience through prayer
But they make me wanna melt they face away
However, they provoke me to the point where I want to harm them severely
Like I once made 'em spray
Similar to when I forced them to shower bullets
Now I could make 'em put the K's away
Now I am capable of convincing them to put their weapons away
Been thuggin' all my life
I have been involved in street life and crime my entire life
Can't say I don't deserve to take a break
It cannot be denied that I deserve a break from this lifestyle
You'd rather see me catch a case and watch my future fade away
You would prefer to witness me getting arrested and observe my potential for success diminish
I'm the opposite of moderate
I exhibit characteristics that are the complete opposite of being moderate
Immaculately polished with
Impeccably refined and polished, possessing
The spirit of a hustler
The determination and drive of a hardworking individual
And the swagger of a college kid
As well as the confident demeanor of a young college student
Allergic to the counterfeit
I am extremely averse to anything that is inauthentic or fake
Impartial to the politics
I remain unbiased and unaffected by the manipulation and gamesmanship
Articulate
Expressing myself eloquently and effectively
But still'll grab a nigga by the collar quick
However, I am not hesitant to forcefully confront an individual
Whoever havin' problems
To anyone who is experiencing difficulties
With their record sales just holler TIP
Regarding their declining album sales, they should reach out to me for assistance
If that don't work and all else fails
If that approach is unsuccessful and every other option proves futile
Then turn around and follow TIP
Then simply emulate and imitate my actions
I got love for the game
I have a deep affection and passion for the music industry
But ay I'm not in love with all of it
However, I am not infatuated with every aspect of it
Could do without the fame
I could live without the celebrity status
And rappers nowadays are comedy
Contemporary rappers are nothing but a joke
The hootin' and the hollerin'
The loud and obnoxious behavior
Back and forth with the arguin'
Engaging in pointless arguments and debates
Where you from, who you know
Questioning individuals about their origins and acquaintances
What you make and what kind of car you in
Inquiring about their income and the type of car they own
Seems as though you lost sight
It appears that you have lost perspective
Of what's important when depositin'
Of the significance when depositing
Them checks into your bank account
Your earnings into your bank account
And you up out of poverty
And you have risen above poverty
Your values is a disarray, prioritizin' horribly
Your principles are in disarray, prioritizing poorly
Unhappy with the riches
Unsatisfied despite having riches
'Cause you're piss poor morally
Because morally, you are extremely lacking
Ignorin' all prior advice and forewarnin'
Disregarding all previous advice and cautions
And we mighty full of ourselves all of a sudden, aren't we?
And now we are overcome with arrogance, aren't we?
Got everybody watchin' what I do
I have captured the attention of everyone, who closely observes my actions
Come walk in my shoes
Experience my life firsthand
And see the way I'm livin' if you really want to
And understand the lifestyle I lead, if you genuinely desire to
Got my mind on my money
I am focused on accumulating wealth
And I'm not goin' away
And I am not disappearing or fading into obscurity
So keep on gettin' your paper, and keep on climbin'
Therefore, continue earning your money and striving for success
Look in the mirror, and keep on shinin' (Shinin')
Reflect upon yourself and continue radiating brilliance (Shinin')
Until the game ends, 'til the clock stop
Continue shining until the game concludes, until time runs out
We gon' post up on the top spot
We will establish ourselves at the highest position of achievement
Livin' the life, the life
Embracing and experiencing the prosperous, fulfilling life
In the Windmill City got my whole team with me
In the prosperous city where opportunities abound, my entire team is by my side
The life, my life
Emphasizing that this is my unique and personal existence
I do it how I wanna do
I live my life on my terms and according to my desires
I'm livin' my life, my life
I am actively and fully experiencing my life, my existence
I will never lose
I will never suffer defeat or failure
I'm livin' my life, my life
I am living my life, my existence
And I'll never stop it
And I will never cease or halt my way of life
So live your life
Therefore, live your life to the fullest extent
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANNA CATHERINE MARY JOLLEY, MARK JOLLEY, DANNY SCHOGGER, YASMIN MARIE EVANS, BRIAN STEVEN HARRIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@1wesleymcgee1
Life is an interesting journey
You never know where it will take you
The peaks and valleys
The twists and turns
You can get the surprise of your life
Sometimes on the way to where your going
You might think
"This is the worst time of my life"
But you know what?
At the end of the road
Through all the adversity
You can get to where you want it to be
If you remember that whatever don't kill you
Makes you stronger
And all the adversity will be worth it
On your way to the top you will do anything
But how to you get your life back when you get there
Yeah, that's my dilemma!
...
What you need to do is be thankful
For the life that you got
You know what I'm sayin'
Stop lookin' at what you ain't got
And start bein' thankful for what you do got
Let's give it to 'em baby girl
You're gonna be a shining star
With fancy clothes and fancy cars
And then you'll see, you're gonna go far
'Cause everyone knows who you are
So live your life (ay ay ay ay)
Instead of chasing that paper
Just live your life (oh ay ay ay)
Ain't got no time for no haters
Just live your life (ay ay ay ay)
No telling where it'll take ya
Just live your life (oh ay ay ay)
'Cause I'm a paper chaser
Just living my life
Never mind what haters say
Ignore 'em 'til they fade away
Amazing they ungrateful
After all the game I gave away
Safe to say I paved the way
For you cats to get paid today
You'd still be wasting days away
Now had I never saved the day
Consider them my protégé
Homage I think they should pay
Instead of being gracious they violate in a major way
I never been a hater still I love them in a crazy way
Some say they sold yay
And no they couldn't get work on labor day
It ain't that they black or white
It has an area the shade of grey
I'm west side anyway
Even if I left today and stayed away
Some move away to make a way
Not move away 'cause they afraid
I brought back to the hood
And all you ever did was take away
I pray for patience
But they make me want to melt their face away
Like I once made them spray
Now I could make 'em put the K's away
Been thugging all my life
Can't say I don't deserve to take a break
You would rather see me catch a case
And watch my future fade away
You're gonna be a shining star
With fancy clothes and fancy cars
And then you'll see, you're gonna go far
'Cause everyone knows who you are
So live your life (ay ay ay ay)
Instead of chasing that paper
Just live your life (oh ay ay ay)
Ain't got no time for no haters
Just live your life (ay ay ay ay)
No telling where it'll take ya
Just live your life (oh ay ay ay)
'Cause I'm a paper chaser
Just living my life
I'm the opposite of moderate
Immaculately polished with the spirit of a hustler
And the swagger of a college kid
Allergic to the counterfeit
Impartial to the politics
Articulate but still I'll grab a ***
By the collar quick
Whoever having problems
With their record sales just holla T.I.P.
If that don't work and all else fails
Then turn around and follow T.I.P.
I got love for the game
But ay I'm not in love with all of it
Could do without the fame and rappers
Nowadays are comedy
The hooting and the hollering
Back and forth with the arguing
Where you from, who you know
What you make and what kind of car you in
Seems as though you lost sight of
What's important when depositing
Them checks into your bank account
And you up out of poverty
Your values is in disarray, prioritizing horribly
Unhappy with the riches 'cause you piss poor morally
Ignoring all prior advice and fore warning
And we mighty full of ourselves
All of a sudden, aren't we?
Got everybody watching what I do
Come walk in my shoes
And see the way I'm living if you really want to
Got my mind on my money and I'm not going nowhere
So keep on getting your paper and keep on climbing
Look in the mirror and keep on shining
'Till the game ends, 'till the clock stops
We gon' post up on the top spot
So live your life (ay ay ay ay)
Instead of chasing that paper
Just live your life (oh ay ay ay)
Ain't got no time for no haters
Just live your life (ay ay ay ay)
No telling where it'll take ya
Just live your life (oh ay ay ay)
'Cause I'm a paper chaser
Just living my life (ay)
My life (oh), my life (ay), my life (oh)
Just living my life (ay)
My life (oh), my life (ay), my life (oh)
So live your life!
@chrisblack5585
Who’s here in 2024?!✨
@jhaber.2024..
This song is legendary
@sowerslatoya6246
Meee
@MercylynOduor-dl1yz
Me😁
@JasmineMershonMckinney
Yes
@orlandomoises4058
Meee
@Gisura
It's officially April 2024, let's see how many people are listening to this masterpiece 💕💕💕
@longupeterpaul9032
Here
@shorts4you429
Here
@marvinschroder6767
Here boy