Survival

Drake

About Survival

"Survival" is a song by Canadian rapper Drake from his album, Scorpion (2018), the song has reached the top 20 in Canada, Portugal, and the United States.


Year:
2018
2:16
112 
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I been waitin' on this
Yeah

All of this disorder, no addressin'
The crown is broken in pieces, but there's more in my possession 
There's a whole lot in my possession
Who do you really love? Well, that's sure to be in question
My Mount Rushmore is me with four different expressions
Who's givin' out this much return on investment?
After my run, man, how is that even a question?
After this summer, man, how is that even a
I've had real Philly niggas try to write my endin'
Takin' shots with the GOAT and talk about shots that we sendin'
I've had scuffles with bad boys that wasn't pretendin'
I've had too many nights to mention, that's just the beginnin'
I'm pretty sure we got a label, I'm still independent
I fell back a hundred times when I don't get the credit
Seen this movie a hundred times, I know where it's headed
Realize someone gotta die when no one'll dead it
Niggas gamblin' with they life for some content
That's the type of lottery that could get your top picked
I am a cream-of-the-crop nigga
You niggas pop mollies, my Mali's pop niggas
House on both coasts, but I live on the charts
I have tea with the stars and I swim with the sharks
And I see in the dark, wasn't this cold at the start
Think my soul has been marked, there's a hole in my heart
Yeah, I was about to, man, I thought about it
It's unsettlin' to talk about it
Free all of my niggas that they caught with it
RIP my niggas that they caught without it
This just the intro, let me not get ahead of myself
This is God's plan, young man, you said it yourself
Always got a ace up my sleeve for whatever was dealt
Daddy got suits like Bernie Mac, he dresses himself
I stopped askin' myself and I started feelin' myself
Now I gotta deal with all this drama and deal with myself
I ain't even have to cut the tie, it severed itself
This just the intro, let me not get ahead of myself

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Drake

Aubrey Drake Graham is a Canadian pop star, singer, songwriter, and actor. He was born in Toronto, Ontario. He first garnered recognition for his role as Jimmy Brooks on the television series Degrassi: The Next Generation. more »

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Written by: Aubrey Drake Graham, Ernest Dion Wilson, Klaus Netzle, Manuel Landy, Noah James Shebib

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"Survival" is a song primarily classified under the genre of hip-hop music. It shows Drake's persona as a mainstream commercial rapper with R&B influences.
Album
"Survival" is the opening track on Drake's fifth studio album, Scorpion, which was released in 2018.
Collaboration
Despite not being official features, the song samples two other artists -- Bon Iver ("Lullaby + Exile") and Nai Palm ("Mobius") -- to create its unique and immersive atmosphere.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Survival" discuss Drake's vulnerabilities and experiences in the music industry, his reputation, past relationships, and personal growth since his fame.
Producers
The song was produced by No I.D., 40, and Noel Cadastre. No I.D. is a renowned hip-hop music producer who had heavily influenced Kanye West’s career. On the other hand, 40 is Drake's long-term collaborator and co-founder of the OVO Sound label.
Reception
Despite not being a chart-topper like some of Drake's other hits, "Survival" was generally well-received among fans for its introspective lyrics and minimalist production.
Inspiration
Some believe that the lyrics of "Survival" are in response to Drake's highly publicized feud with rapper Pusha T, as it talks about overcoming challenges and enemies.
Not a Single
Typically, Drake's album-opening tracks have been released as singles and have received music videos, but this wasn't the case for "Survival."
Performance
There are no official live performances of "Survival" as of the current date, indicating that Drake has chosen not to add it into his live concert set lists.
Art Form
"Survival" serves as an excellent example of Drake's approach to hip-hop as an art form. He's not just rapping about material possessions but rather delving into personal experiences, emotions, and survival in the competitive music industry.

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