Enemies by LIL UZI VERT Lyrics Meaning – The Art of Embracing Adversity in Hip-Hop Culture

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Lyrics

Got no friends up next to me, enemies too close
Raf Simons on my feet that’s why I fucked your ho
Middlefingers to my enemies, I stay in my glo
You know they’re gonna intervene, my niggas do the most
Ballin’, I’m just on it, I’m just on it
Gettin’ it, all this money off recordin’
Pourin’, I keep Pourin’, I keep Pourin’
Know some lil niggas that’ll rock you for some Jordans

Taking double G’s In navy blue jeans like a carbon
Oh you wanna try me, walk around you with the carbon
Once again I add your bitch, don’t believe me? Now you stalking
Now you see that shit, now your heart is so broken
Now she all on me, had me lost in the moment
Drinking Hennesey, don’t get drunk, now I’m zonin’
All my bitch grade A, fuck with B’s and some C’s tho
Number 1 that vroom, watch out for the Buick Regal
Number 1 that vroom, watch out for them grand marquis though
In the hood, with my chains on with my demons
If you talk shit they will kill you, thats how I feel
All the old folks see us riding out, call us heathens
Balling like Kobe I never get cold
All of this shit yeah I did on my own
Talk to my momma she said me get grown
Mama be quite I’m gon’ buy you a home
I’m on a diet this pussy and dope
I’m on a diet this pussy and dope
I’m on a diet this pussy and dope
Counting my money, I’m gettin’ this dope

Got no friends up next to me, enemies too close
Raf Simons on my feet that’s why I fucked your ho
Middlefingers to my enemies, I stay in my glo
You know they’re gonna intervene, my niggas do the most
Ballin’, I’m just on it, I’m just on it
Gettin’ it, all this money off recordin’
Pourin’, I keep Pourin’, I keep Pourin’
Know some lil niggas that’ll rock you for some Jordans

I’m rocking Rick Owens, your bitch on my dick and that bitch be hoeing
Lil Uzi I swear that I just be going
Lil Uzi I swear that I just be flowing
Drinkin’ that lean when I’m with my niggas
I swear to god i just be pouring
Move like a captain and we neva lackin
I swear to god that we stay up into the mornin
Niggas like my style and oh i do know it
Niggas bite my style and oh i do know it
Jump in the rari and im gonna floor it
Skitter the engine when that bitch be roarin
(?), when i was just tourin
(?), when i was just tourin
Collect all my calls and
I ball like im jordan
I made a porno and your bitch was the starr
You a bitch nigga and you already know
& my brother be whippin the stove
All ny niggas be grippin the pole
Number 1 rule, do not trip on no hoe
You can not get this shit right here in the store
You can not get this shit right here in the store
Ima ball like im on my derrick rose
I be ballin like i am derrick rose

Got no friends up next to me, enemies too close
Raf Simons on my feet that’s why I fucked your ho
Middlefingers to my enemies, I stay in my glo
You know they’re gonna intervene, my niggas do the most
Ballin’, I’m just on it, I’m just on it
Gettin’ it, all this money off recordin’
Pourin’, I keep Pourin’, I keep Pourin’
Know some lil niggas that’ll rock you for some Jordans

I be ballin like, i took the position
Of the starter, Im your father like collar
Waiter, Watchu doing? why you waiting?
Bitches on my dick now, these niggas hatin
They act, like they ain out, here hatin
When i be a round, they participating
Drive around in that new shit, like im racing
I be dishin all these bars
Throwin out like im peyton
Why you always on my hoe tho?
While she up in soho
She look at you, even if she wasn say she takin
Neva had this much money
So a nigga pacin
Put my dick in her, now the thought leave her shakin
Ok good food im tastin
Bitch you leave in the a.m
Smoke so much than a damn french men
Man my girl like Sanaa Lathan
Like ima legend in the making
Fuck nigga get nathan
Im flexin, finessin
You rockin giuseppe
Your pockets ain what i be rakin

In the realm of hip-hop, the interplay between prosperity, betrayal, and resilience molds not just careers but the foundational narratives that define the genre’s ethos. LIL UZI VERT’s ‘Enemies’ stands as a testament to this, weaving a tale of confrontational swagger and the dichotomy of fame where close companions become rivals and the true enemy often wears a mask of friendship.

The track lays bare the Philadelphia rapper’s psyche as he navigates a minefield of mistrust and animosity, but also highlights the adrenaline-fueled triumphs that come with surviving and thriving in the face of opposition. The relentless pace and candid lyricism offer a window into the high stakes world where UZI claims his throne.

The Conspicuous Footwear Flex: Fashion as a Battle Standard

Right off the bat, ‘Enemies’ kicks in with a conspicuous brag on footwear—Raf Simons, a touchstone of luxury and defiance. The reference isn’t just sartorial; it’s a line in the sand—a declaration that LIL UZI VERT is operating on a level where even his choice of shoes is enough to incite envy and sexual conquest.

Drawing parallels between high fashion and street credibility, the rapper’s lyrics bridge the gap between materialistic success and social dominance, making it clear that his upward trajectory isn’t solely about personal gain but also a means to broadcast his superiority in all facets.

Survival of the Fittest: Navigating a World of Snakes and Ladders

The song’s chorus doubles down on the solitude of success. Having ‘no friends up next to me’ encapsulates the isolation that comes with fame. In an industry often romanticized for its brotherhood, UZI pulls back the curtain on the reality of rivalry and opportunism that comes with every step up the ladder.

This motif of cautious solitude is not just a lament; it’s a power move and a calculated choice to remain unperturbed. In doing so, LIL UZI VERT transforms the typical narrative on enemies into a steely-eyed acknowledgment of his own role in the jungle of modern music stardom.

Pourin’ Out Success: The Hedonism and Escape of Wealth

Flowing through the song, LIL UZI VERT intersperses his lyrical assault with references to drinking lean and amassing wealth. This hedonistic revelry serves as both an escape from and an exaltation of his reality.

‘I keep Pourin’, I keep Pourin” becomes more than just a mantra of excess; it’s a relentless pursuit of pleasure in the face of the numbing effects of notoriety and the ceaseless demands to outdo oneself, his competitors, and the insidious reach of his ‘enemies.’

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Go-Getter: The Underdog’s Rise

Despite the bravado, there’s an undercurrent of personal growth and ambition. Through references to his mother’s advice and the promise to buy her a home, UZI paints himself as a self-made success, leveraging his roots to legitimize his hustle.

It’s a vivid reminder that behind the swagger, there’s still a relatable quest for approval and accomplishment—a classic underdog tale reframed in the lavish vernacular of contemporary hip-hop.

Unearthing the Hidden Layer: ‘Enemies’ As a Modern Identity Anthem

Beyond the music, what truly gives ‘Enemies’ its depth is the layered articulation of identity that LIL UZI VERT brings forth. The relentless repetition, the bold declarations, and the direct challenges to faceless antagonists culminate into a self-affirming anthem for the digital age, where one’s sense of self is constantly under scrutiny.

The song isn’t just a reflection of UZI’s journey; it’s a mirror for the listeners who find resonance in his battles. It’s an acknowledgement that in the end, facing one’s enemies—real or perceived—is an inescapable part of forging an identity that stands both within and apart from the crowd.