Survival
Drake
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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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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.
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Album"Survival" is the opening track on Drake's fifth studio album, Scorpion, which was released in 2018.
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CollaborationDespite 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.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Survival" discuss Drake's vulnerabilities and experiences in the music industry, his reputation, past relationships, and personal growth since his fame.
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ProducersThe 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.
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ReceptionDespite 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.
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InspirationSome 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.
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Not a SingleTypically, Drake's album-opening tracks have been released as singles and have received music videos, but this wasn't the case for "Survival."
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PerformanceThere 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.
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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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