Father's Day
Yelawolf Lyrics


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[Spoken intro:]
I just thought it was appropriate to, uh
Just to give a shout out, or show my appreciation to all the fathers
Cause I hear a lot of rappers say or brag about not having kids but
Guess what? I do
So I'd like to send this record out to all the daddies
You know the real daddies, taking care of shit
[Verse 1:]
This one's for the skateboarders, emcees, b-boys like me
Street artists in magazines, DJs with babies
Working hard, you never sleep, never get to spend they time at home
Send that money but you never see him
Always working, daddy's gone
To the brick laying, dirt digging
Burger flipping in the fuckin kitchen
Just to get that check on Friday
So you could bring back home what was missing
Everyday is feed my kids day
End of the month is rent day
And if you don't get back to work on time
They tax you for that month's break
For the d-boys holding weight
And for the daddies who are locked away
Doing time cause you was doing crime
But you was only tryna put down a plate
Maybe to get some baby J's
In the 80s, hey, that's how we raised
And to the men feeding a friend's child
When that friend has passed away
I've got to say

[Spoken:]
Yeah, to all my closest friends
And all the father figures in my life
You know I really, I just wanna say thank you
Yo, for real

[Hook:]
Happy father's day
No matter how you getting paid
You hustle hard, you show the way
Happy father's day

[Verse 2:]
Tell my mama not to worry about me
Cause I ain't never had a second to forgive my dad
I can't help but to believe in myself
It's not really a choice but a matter of being a real dad
When I came to the world I knew I had a talent
But I never would imagine I would be a young dad
And I grew up like weed overnight, through the crack in the concrete
Look at me, young daddy
Tell me how to walk away from a child
And I'll tell you how to walk away from a million dad
If you can walk away from a million bucks then you never gave a fuck
You a dumb fuck, dad
To look up and see a man above you
To tell you that you ain't invisible, that's a muthafuckin' daddy
So why did he push you, and teach you how to fight
If you didn't fight, fuckin right, that's a good dad
Gotta take a second now show love to the trailer park apartment hood dads
A man who ain't got a lot but in a minute he would drop it all
Do anything he could do daddy
Jesus, when I go to see every baby mama who never had a real dad
Don't take it out in the baby or maybe even the man when he's only tryna become
A real daddy

[Spoken:]
... cause it ain't easy
But it's a blessing man
Makes you work hard
To all the hard workers out there
I just wanna say

[Hook:]
Happy father's day
No matter how you getting paid




You hustle hard, you show the way
Happy father's day

Overall Meaning

In "Father's Day," Yelawolf shares an ode to all the fathers who work hard to provide for their families. He praises fathers who put in the effort to be present in their children's lives, despite the obstacles and difficulties they face. He begins by acknowledging fathers from all walks of life: skateboarders, street artists, DJs, and those working in labor-intensive jobs. These fathers sacrifice their time and energy to provide for their families, even if it means working long hours and being away from home. Yelawolf also nods to fathers who are locked up or have passed away, as well as those who provide for their friends' children. In the second verse, he reflects on his own experiences as a young father and praises fathers who choose to stay and be present in their children's lives. He even calls out his own absent father, expressing how difficult it is to walk away from a child.


Through "Father's Day," Yelawolf intends to pay tribute to fathers who live in the trenches, working hard to keep their families above water. The song reminds us of the importance of acknowledging and celebrating fathers who are often overlooked. Yelawolf's lyrics provide a raw and honest reflection on the sacrifices fathers make every day.


Line by Line Meaning

I just thought it was appropriate to, uh
The artist believes it's fitting to pay tribute to fathers since he hears many rappers boast about not having children, but he does.


Just to give a shout out, or show my appreciation to all the fathers
The artist wants to give recognition and show gratitude to all the fathers out there.


Cause I hear a lot of rappers say or brag about not having kids but
The artist has noticed that many rappers talk about not having children as if it's a significant accomplishment.


Guess what? I do
The artist reveals that, contrary to other rappers' claims, he actually has children.


So I'd like to send this record out to all the daddies
The artist wants to dedicate his song to all the fathers out there.


You know the real daddies, taking care of shit
The artist is referring to fathers who are responsible and providing for their families.


This one's for the skateboarders, emcees, b-boys like me
The artist is acknowledging that fathers come from all walks of life and all professions, including his own.


Street artists in magazines, DJs with babies
The artist recognizes that fathers can have successful careers in art and music while also raising children.


Working hard, you never sleep, never get to spend they time at home
The artist acknowledges that fathers often have demanding jobs that require long hours away from their families.


Send that money but you never see him
Fathers have to work hard to provide for their families, often sacrificing their time and presence at home.


Always working, daddy's gone
Fathers often have to be away from home to earn a living to provide for their families.


To the brick laying, dirt digging
The artist is acknowledging fathers who work in manual labor jobs to provide for their families.


Burger flipping in the fuckin kitchen
The artist recognizes fathers who work in fast food jobs to provide for their families.


Just to get that check on Friday
Fathers work hard to provide a living for their families, often waiting until payday to receive a paycheck.


So you could bring back home what was missing
Fathers work hard to provide the things their families need and want, even if it means being away from home.


Everyday is feed my kids day
Fathers work hard to provide food for their families, often prioritizing their needs over their own.


End of the month is rent day
Fathers often have to budget and make difficult choices to ensure they can afford rent and provide for their families.


And if you don't get back to work on time
Fathers often have demanding jobs with strict schedules, requiring punctuality and dedication.


They tax you for that month's break
Fathers face financial consequences for not adhering to their work schedules and obligations.


For the d-boys holding weight
The artist acknowledges fathers who may have had to engage in illegal activity to provide for their families.


And for the daddies who are locked away
The artist acknowledges fathers who have been incarcerated and separated from their families.


Doing time cause you was doing crime
Some fathers engage in criminal activities to provide for their families, which can result in serving time in prison.


But you was only tryna put down a plate
Some fathers commit crimes out of desperation to provide for their families, even if it means breaking the law.


Maybe to get some baby J's
The artist acknowledges fathers who may have sold drugs to provide for their children's needs and wants, such as name-brand shoes.


In the 80s, hey, that's how we raised
The artist recognizes that many fathers in the 80s may have resorted to illegal activities to provide for their families due to limited opportunities.


And to the men feeding a friend's child
The artist acknowledges fathers who step up to take care of their friend's children after their friend has passed away.


When that friend has passed away
The artist recognizes the difficult and selfless act of taking care of a friend's child after their friend has passed away.


Tell my mama not to worry about me
The artist wants to reassure his mother that she does not need to worry about him, despite his own struggles with his father.


Cause I ain't never had a second to forgive my dad
The artist has not had the chance to forgive his father for being absent from his life and is still carrying the emotional burden of that.


I can't help but to believe in myself
Despite his father's absence, the artist has a deep sense of self-belief and determination.


It's not really a choice but a matter of being a real dad
For the artist, being a father is not just a choice but a responsibility that comes with being a real man.


When I came to the world I knew I had a talent
The artist always knew he had a talent, even from a young age.


But I never would imagine I would be a young dad
The artist did not expect to become a father at a young age, but he is grateful for his children.


And I grew up like weed overnight, through the crack in the concrete
The artist grew up quickly and took on a lot of responsibility after becoming a young father.


Look at me, young daddy
The artist is proud of being a young father and is committed to being a good dad to his children.


Tell me how to walk away from a child
The artist questions how any father could walk away from their child and abandon their responsibilities as a parent.


And I'll tell you how to walk away from a million dad
For the artist, nothing is more important than being there for your child, even if it means giving up money or other opportunities.


If you can walk away from a million bucks then you never gave a fuck
The artist believes that anyone who can walk away from a million dollars without a second thought never truly cared about their children and their responsibilities as a parent.


You a dumb fuck, dad
The artist is harshly critical of fathers who prioritize money or their own desires over their children's needs.


To look up and see a man above you
Fathers play a vital role in shaping their children's lives and can provide a sense of guidance and role modeling.


To tell you that you ain't invisible, that's a muthafuckin' daddy
A real father is someone who makes their child feel seen and heard, and validates their feelings and experiences.


So why did he push you, and teach you how to fight
A good father teaches their child how to stand up for themselves and defend themselves when necessary.


If you didn't fight, fuckin right, that's a good dad
A father who did not teach their child to stand up for themselves and defend themselves when necessary would not be a good father in the artist's eyes.


Gotta take a second now show love to the trailer park apartment hood dads
The artist wants to show appreciation and love to fathers who may not come from privileged backgrounds but still work hard to provide for their families.


A man who ain't got a lot but in a minute he would drop it all
Even if a father does not have much, they will still do everything in their power to provide for their family.


Do anything he could do daddy
A father will go to great lengths to make sure his children's needs are met, including working long hours or multiple jobs.


Jesus, when I go to see every baby mama who never had a real dad
The artist recognizes that many single mothers have to bear the burden of raising their children alone due to absent fathers.


Don't take it out in the baby or maybe even the man when he's only tryna become
The artist urges single mothers not to take out their anger or resentment towards absent fathers on their children, who are innocent in the situation.


A real daddy
The artist emphasizes the importance of a real father who is present in their child's life and takes responsibility for their role as a parent.


Happy father's day
The artist wishes all fathers a happy father's day, acknowledging their hard work and dedication to their families.


No matter how you getting paid
The artist recognizes that fathers come from all walks of life and professions and that their worth as a parent is not determined by their income or job title.


You hustle hard, you show the way
Fathers work hard and set a positive example for their children, inspiring them to work hard and achieve their goals.


Happy father's day
The artist reiterates his well wishes to all fathers out there, acknowledging their hard work and dedication to their families.




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@DeezNuts-yp8xm

Here it is Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there. It's 2022 our babies need us more now than ever.

@sambo8949

Happy Father's Day, 2023!

Keep your head up, Kings! You are respected, even if you don't feel it at home.

@hey1010101010929384

Cheers to that

@nathanielraftery6537

anyone that cherishes their father and appreciates the time they put into the sacrifices real fathers make will appreciate this song. So deep and cutting

@kanvasking7776

Happy Father's Day to the real true fathers who do everything they can to provide & care for there children. And to all the single Mother's playing the mother/father role. Working multiple jobs struggling wanting to give up but I believe in you. Those hardworking dedicated women show the real meaning of strength. I Salute all parents Worldwide handling there responsibilities regardless of how difficult. Today is your day.
#Slumerican

@bchipper3932

Song stuck in my head on Father’s Day, 2022! 6/19/22 Happyyy Father’s Day no matter how your getting paid, you hustle hard, show the way, happy Father’s Day

@e.claudio8319

I listen to this Every! Fathers Day!...I Salute Yelawolf for making this track!. Its Crack..and who else put Fathers on the map?

@crazycutie11

Straight up!!! I've been blasting this track all day!!! Happy Father's Day to Yela as well!

@KeroHustlesHard

Everytime I listen to this song this shit makes me tear up. This is deep and if you ain't got kids then the song doesn't relate to you.

@zaneinsane7

or maybe if youre a kid and you know a lot, but father passed away so different fealings for all in music sir.

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