Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

Category: Drake

Not Around by Drake

Drake

“Not Around” by Drake

According to the chorus, this is the real-life story of a relationship Drake has with a particular woman. The title of the track alludes to the fact that this lady’s parents are “not around”. And as...

“When to Say When” by Drake

Drake

“When to Say When” by Drake

“When to Say When” is a braggadocious track in which Drake touts his success and high degree of self-confidence from various angles. Perhaps most-notably he uses the occasion to reference a few people whom fandom...

“Chicago Freestyle” by Drake

Drake

“Chicago Freestyle” by Drake

Drake’s “Chicago Freestyle”, particularly the chorus as recited by Giveon, is set in Chicago. But more to the point, we are also made aware by Giveon that this track is romantic in nature. And...

Desires

Drake / Future

“Desires” by Drake & Future

In this song, the rappers (Drake and Future) are addressing particular romantic interests. It is clear that they care a lot for their respective partners, as these ladies have been spread out as only the...

Life is Good

Drake / Future

“Life is Good” by Future (ft. Drake)

As expected with a song featuring outstanding rappers like Future and Drake, the lyricism is impressive and the metaphors colorful. But as also to be anticipated for the most part they only allude to a...

War

Drake

Drake’s “War” Lyrics Meaning

It’s funny how Drake decided to name this track “War”, because for the most part it serves as a shoutout to his various OVO homeys. For instance, he references an individual called “Chubbs”, who is known...

Loyal

Drake / PartyNextDoor

“Loyal” by PartyNextDoor ft. Drake

In “Loyal”, PartyNextDoor, backed up by Drake, is addressing his lover. And as the title suggests, he is touting his loyalty to her. This appears to be specifically within the context of her having some...

Gold Roses

Drake / Rick Ross

“Gold Roses” by Rick Ross (ft. Drake)

The title (“Gold Roses”) of this song is apparently derived from its chorus, in which Drake states “before I’m going out of this place… put some flowers in my face”. That is the artists’ way...