Peak
82
Weeks
1
Score
63
Chart Year
2023
In Lil Durk’s “Before Fajr,” he delves into the gritty reality of his environment. He describes his brother’s relentless pursuit of rivals, symbolized by red tape, and their swift movements resembling hockey players. Durk mentions questionable individuals like Raphael and Lil Threat, highlighting their involvement in illicit activities and the impact on relationships. He acknowledges Chief Wuk as a reliable witness to his violent encounters, even with the opposition flaunting their watches on FaceTime. Durk challenges the credibility of supposed top killers, emphasizing the grim preference of death over a challenging life or taking lives. He disdains gossip and prefers privacy, distancing himself from those who pry. Durk’s caution and distrust intensify, refusing to be deceived by promotional tricks. He dismisses an individual’s attempt to capture a moment together, promising to safeguard someone inexperienced in the treacherous streets. He recounts moments of hiding firearms, witnessing brutal injuries, and narrowly avoiding legal troubles due to his constant paranoia. He warns against having talkative partners and addresses the growing hatred fueled by his fame. Durk critiques the inability of others to escape their city or create impactful music. He anticipates the dangerous potential of a person named Deeski when they beat a murder charge, while also challenging the perception of gangsters in the digital era. Durk admits to taking Adderall but expresses disinterest in materialistic pursuits. He references Boonie’s expertise in drug sales and criticizes the prevalence of counterfeit substances, particularly Fentanyl. The song concludes with Durk witnessing self-destructive behavior involving repeated consumption and disregard for personal safety.
[Verse] Every day I can watch lil' bro bring out the red tape Headaches, I know you seen't that clip, looked like his head fake Every day lil' bro chase all the opps before the Fajr prayer His ass skate all around them cars, it look like hockey players Every day, green Bottega boots, look like I'm Raphael Told the booster, "Get all the clothes they got, they gon' shut Barneys down" Lil Threat just had somethin' around his neck, look like it knock armies down Hit a bitch, fucked up everybody relationships, she a Barbie now Chief Wuk, he a real witness, he seen me knock niggas' mamas down Opps FaceTime showin' they lil' watch, nigga, put that Cartier down Even when it rain, put it in wet mode to bring that 'Rari out Who your top killer? I'll check his temp— man, what's your body count? I ain't gon' even stunt, these niggas would rather die instead of livin' I ain't gon' even stunt, these niggas would rather die instead of killin' I ain't gon' even cap, you know I'd rather die than be a witness I ain't gon' even cap, the niggas who rap 'bout, keep niggas out my business They on go mode I can't let them niggas trick me out a promo Your lil' thirty ass wanna take a picture, show hoes our photo You ain't gon' die in the trenches at all, lil' bro, I'ma send you a boatload Before the Calvin Klein, I had a four-five tucked in Polos I couldn't believe it how his ass was leakin', ripped his torso Overslept, I had a warrant right before the court closed I'm so paranoid, I get to blowin' before the door close Can't have a bitch to come to me, you know that shit a no-no I know they really hate me now because I'm more-more famous He can't even make it out the city, he ain't make no more bangers Whenever Deeski beat his murder, he gon' be more-more dangerous How these killers get on the 'net you would think there's no more gangsters I just took two Adderall, I don't want the G6 Boonie used to sell the dog, he know how to remix And he want the Fentanyl, the real Percs ain't even hittin' I just told the bitch to drink the semen, she keep spittin' He'll still be dead right now, but we ain't get him He'll still be alive right now, but he ain't get it I just seen him open pints back to back, he ain't mixin' I just seen him hold his breath, he'll chase you down for eight minutes
| Week | Chart Date | Position | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jun 10, 2023 | 82 | 44 |