Smurk Carter Lyrics

Lil Durk

Nov 10, 2023

English

"Smurk Carter" is a new English song by Lil Durk from the album "Nightmares In The Trenches," released on November 10, 2023. The song was written by Chopsquad DJ and Lil Durk and produced by Chopsquad DJ. It is available… Read More

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Smurk Carter Lyrics

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Smurk Carter Lyrics By Lil Durk

[Intro: Robert Shipp & Lil Durk]
(Banger)
What up, nephew? Man, you know what it is
I wanna start this jawn up by sayin' I'm so proud of you, man
But after that, it's all about a second chance (The Melody)
And everybody, especially the real niggas
Real people from the hood, man, from the trenches, they deserve a second chance
'Cause a lot of us got caught up in the motherfuckin' math (DJ on the beat, so it's a banger)
With these people, man, just tryna lock us up for nothin', you hear me?
So here we are now, I remember back, back, not too long ago
Me and your daddy was in the belly of the beast
And on our paperwork, it said, as our outdate, it said, "Deceased, deceased"
They thought we was gon' die in there
But look at us now, we out here thrivin', livin'
Now you out here, it's your second chance too, nephew (Bang, bang, bang)

[Verse 1]
You know, money and power got the trenches united
Got some members indicted over money and violence
I was raised in the jungle with snakes, rats and some lions (Yeah)
Leather Pelles for winters, dope boys and giants
Daddy took over the streets, Larry Hoover was my age
When weed was so cheap, sellin' drugs off MySpace
I'm a gangster at heart, could stop a war with my face
Mama, I said I'm sorry for puttin' you through the mind games, sorry
Only The Family the Navy (Yeah)
3-double-0 is the army (Yeah)
Tell 'em re-open Barneys (Yeah)
A hundred fifty on Marni (Yeah)
A double cup full of lean (Yeah)
I need to drink some Dasani (Yeah)
'Cause my piss back yellow (Yeah)
But my President white (Damn)
Plus, my 'Rari was white, my Rollie face was just white (White)
My uncle had his own crib, but he stay with the white
I'm in a phase of my life, I can't be praisin' the mice
My auntie prayed to the Christ (Christ), I made a way through the night (Yeah)
Regret I gave her a flight (Flight), my brother stayed with a pipe (Pipe)
He just ain't have it that night (Dang), I hate he played with his life (Dang)
His killer paid for his price (Bang), I brought it straight from the dice (Yeah)
Racketeering his charge, I wish he took my advice

[Verse 2]
Back in 2010, I went to school with a Desert Eagle (Trenches)
Sean John hoodie, with Shawn Carters in my Evisu's
Family treat me different, I had to walk 'round like I'm see through
Niggas treat me like family, I just told you what the streets do (Damn)
Young age, I used to run the streets 'cause I'm a bad boy (Damn)
Trap house my Waffle House, I trapped right off an Android (Brr)
Never duck no niggas or no 12, just the landlord
Didn't have my rent, I left my bitch and she was payin' for it (Bitch)
Love brodie to death, he hit that dope, but I can't stand for it (Dope)
I took over the trenches for a century, I'm the man to 'em (I'm the man to 'em)
Label said, "Don't make none for the streets, just make some dance music" (Cha, cha)
Said, "I can't, I gotta make shit for the streets, I'm the man to 'em'" (Nah, nah)
Money over bitches, some reason I'll tend to 'em (Yeah)
I ain't never listen, like fuck permission, I carry a Gen4 (Gen4)
Family in the streets, my relationship, I got a handful (Yeah)
Count a million cash, I swear to God, it had my hand sore (Sss, ahh)
Fuck her from the back, I had her scratchin' up the headboard (Yeah)
Nutted on her lashes, I ain't gotta ask her what she mad for (Smurk)
Baby, what you sad for? Baby, what you sad for? (Huh?)
The Brabus truck, the one that, hmm, I paid a bag for it (Hmm)
I paid cash for it, a duffel bag, boy (Yeah)
But too much cash'll have 'em paranoid

[Chorus]
Money is the root of all evil (Yeah)
Smurk, I mean Durk, be in the trenches with his people
Cursed, I mean hurt that they just takin' all my people
Chh, baow-baow, ain't beat his case 'cause he ain't legal
Money is the root of all evil (Trenches)
Smurk, I mean Durk, be in the trenches with his people (Yeah)
Cursed, I mean hurt that they just takin' all my people
Chh, baow-baow, ain't beat his case 'cause he ain't legal

[Intro: Robert Shipp & Lil Durk]
In the introduction, Robert Shipp commends Lil Durk for his achievements and underscores the theme of second chances. He reflects on their shared past in prison, where they were written off as destined to die, but they have now overcome those dire predictions and are thriving.

[Verse 1: Lil Durk]
Lil Durk discusses the influence of money and power in uniting the trenches and the violence that often accompanies it. He reminisces about his upbringing surrounded by danger and the legacy of his father in the streets. Durk acknowledges the hardships he caused his mother and his commitment to his family and friends. He also reflects on the loss of his brother, who made a fatal mistake, and the regret he feels for not being able to protect him.

[Chorus: Lil Durk]
The chorus emphasizes the corrupting power of money and the pain of losing friends and family to violence and the legal system. Durk laments the injustices faced by his community and his inability to help those who are wrongfully imprisoned.

[Verse 2: Lil Durk]
Lil Durk recounts his experiences growing up in the trenches, including carrying a weapon to school for protection. He describes the financial struggles and the lengths he went to survive, including selling drugs and evading the authorities. Despite the challenges, Durk maintains his loyalty to his family and friends. He also reflects on the pressure from his label to create commercial music, but he insists on staying true to his roots and making music for the streets. Durk highlights his financial success and the paranoia that comes with it.

[Chorus: Lil Durk]
The final repetition of the chorus reinforces the central themes of the song. Lil Durk's commitment to his community and the pain of losing loved ones remain at the forefront. The song concludes with a reflection on the enduring impact of money and violence in the trenches.

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About Song

"Smurk Carter" delves into themes of survival, resilience, and the harsh realities of street life. The lyrics reflect Lil Durk's experiences growing up in challenging environments and his journey to overcome these obstacles. The song emphasizes the importance of loyalty, the impact of violence, and the pursuit of success amidst adversity. Durk also touches on the pain of losing loved ones and the struggle to stay true to oneself in a world that often seeks to bring people down.