In this introspective track, Drake reflects on the harsh realities of fame and the music industry. He shares his struggles with authenticity and the often superficial nature of success, emphasizing that staying true to oneself comes with its own challenges. The song resonates with both fans and aspiring artists who grapple with the same issues in a world that prioritizes image over authenticity.
Verse 1:
Yeah, they say the industry don't love me,
But I just keep it real, never fake, never phony.
Came from the bottom, now I'm on my grind,
But these labels just see me as another gold mine.
Chorus:
Industry don’t love me, I’m too real to conceal,
I won’t trade my soul for a couple bad deals.
They want the facade, but I’m spitting what's true,
Remember late nights, I was out here with my crew.
Verse 2:
Used to dream big, now I'm living the life,
But the ones around me, they don’t know the strife.
Smile on my face, but inside there's a war,
Got these demons lurking, tryin' to settle the score.
Chorus:
Industry don’t love me, I’m too real to conceal,
I won’t trade my soul for a couple bad deals.
They want the facade, but I’m spitting what's true,
Every lyric’s my heart, from me to you.
Bridge:
Yeah, I see the glitz and the glamour,
But they don’t understand the weight of the banner.
Always on the road, but who’s counting the cost?
In a sea full of fakes, man, I feel so lost.
Verse 3:
Tried to tell ‘em that the grind ain't all about the fame,
But they just want the likes, they don’t care about the game.
I’d rather keep it real than fit in their mold,
Because at the end of the day, real stories are told.
Chorus:
Industry don’t love me, I’m too real to conceal,
I won’t trade my soul for a couple bad deals.
They want the facade, but I’m spitting what's true,
From the streets of my city, to the skies so blue.
Outro:
So here’s to the people who keep it authentic,
Struggling in the shadows, but never indifferent.
We’ll rise above, while the fakes fall behind,
Industry don’t love me, but my heart’s intertwined.
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Industry don’t love me because i am too real
Drake