Diplomatic Immunity

Drake

About Diplomatic Immunity

"Diplomatic Immunity" is a song by Canadian musician Drake. It was released on January 19, 2018, as a single from his second EP, Scary Hours (2018). The song alongside "God's Plan", debuted in the top ten on the US Billboard Hot 100, where they became Drake's 21st and 22nd top ten entries on the chart, making him the only artist in Billboard history at the time to debut two songs in the top ten at once twice, with "Diplomatic Immunity" debuting at number seven and "God's Plan" at number one. It also debuted at number six in Canada, and at number 21 on the UK Singles Chart on January 26, 2018. 


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Diplomatic immunity, f*ck 'em
All that peace and that unity
All that weak shit'll ruin me, f*ck 'em, yeah
'Cause niggas started talkin' to me like I'm slowin' down
Opinions over statistics, of course
Gassed off journalistic
Come at me and all you'll get is the ballistic report
Booked a private room at Wylie's, waiter twistin' the cork
I got multi-colored rings like the Olympics, of course
At award shows, cuttin' through the tension, of course
Girls huggin' me then askin' me, "What scent that is, boy?"
I be walkin' around the Six like I invented it, boy
Yeah, who am I? The do or die
The one with the fewest lies and the truest ties
They try to compare us
But like a job straight outta high school there's no you and I
I taught you everything you know, now you got student pride
All factual, I call the house "the embassy"
The studio "the chapel", I hate to travel
I just pulled up on Solana show, the girl's a natural
I knew her way back when Hollywood was international
Yeah, the furthest I've been, that's word to my ends
Word to the flags that belong in the hood of my Benz
Very presidential, I broke all the codes for zonin' in my residential
I broke spirits that I never meant to
My body isn't much of a sacred temple, with vodka and wine
And sleep at the opposite times
Promise shit is gettin' outta line like when you make a stencil
Or gettin' outta line like when you break a pencil
Violatin' the Treaty of Versailles
Champagne is the alias, but no cease and desist in I
I refuse to comply with regulations
I listen to heavy metal for meditation, no silence
Like Sanders on the Detroit Lions
Get a run around and I'll bury you where they won't find ya
Motor City Casino, I'm at the cage with my old license
They tell me "don't worry, I got your money" like Osirus
(I'm the Osiris of this shit)
Dirty 30, workin' on me
Tired of women that may tag me in pictures airin' my dirty laundry
Caterin' is from Giorgio Baldi, Robyn's favorite
Shit is nice, but I prefer Madeo
Calamari rings and tomato
I got the sauce and now shorties keep claimin' preggo
Wakin' up at 6 PM like, "Where does the day go?"
Forecastin' tornadoes, brainstormin' retaliation at dinner tables
2010 was when I lost my halo
2017 I lost a J. Lo
A Rotterdam trip had me on front page though
I had to lay low, Hot Topic like your everyday clothes
Closed off but I could never stay closed
Billboard awards, I claimed 13 out in Vegas like Sureños
Black excellence, but I guess when it comes to me it’s not the same though, all goodie
That just pushed me to do the things we all couldn’t
Niggas stakin' out the crib, it’s all gravy
Protection that God gave me
Shit is complex like short niggas 'round tall ladies
I gotta watch who I’m talkin' to like it’s all-ages
I’ve seen buddin' careers turn to sit around and talk about other careers, judgin' their peers
Knowledge from niggas who did not contribute to none of this here
Cover my ears, my security government tier
Yeah, advance the venue so we know the exits
Check the guest list
If opps make an appearance at least it’s expected
Tell ‘em I don’t wanna link like a broken necklace
I’ll be in better company with my own reflection
Mirror, mirror, on the ceiling of my suite in the Royal Palace
The TV playin' Al Jazeera
Inshallah, I hope the mission keeps on gettin' clearer
Whenever, wherever, OVO will always be together like Shakira

I love, I love
I love, I love it
Baby, I

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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: Matthew Samuels, Aubrey Graham, Nick Brongers

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10 facts about this song

Release Date Fact
"Diplomatic Immunity" was released on January 19, 2018, as part of a two-track EP titled "Scary Hours" by Drake.
Chart Performance Fact
The song debuted at number seven on the US Billboard Hot 100 upon its release, making Drake the first artist to debut two songs in the top ten in the same week.
Lyric Composition Fact
The song is lyrically thematic and explores issues like media intrusion, jealousy, failed relationships and Drake's frustrations with his fame and success.
Production Information Fact
“Diplomatic Immunity” was co-produced by Nick Brongers and Boi-1da, one of Drake’s frequent collaborators.
Notable Lyrics Fact
Drake references a multitude of celebrities and events in the lyrics of "Diplomatic Immunity", including Jennifer Lopez, SZA, and Joe Budden.
Streaming Success Fact
With the simultaneous release of "God's Plan", "Diplomatic Immunity" helped Drake to break first-day streaming records on both Apple Music and Spotify.
Album Recognition Fact
Despite its initial release as a single, it wasn't included in Drake's later album entitled "Scorpion".
Beat Speculation Fact
The slow-burning, soulful beat of “Diplomatic Immunity" led some fans to speculate it was initially intended for Jay-Z, due to its similarity to the rapper’s older work.
Genre Fact
Much like Drake's other songs, "Diplomatic Immunity" effortlessly blends elements of hip hop and R&B.
Critic Reception Fact
The song received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising Drake's lyrical prowess and the song's introspective tone.

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