DEAD Lyrics – ¥$, Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign

DEAD Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: Future]
In this intro, Future sets the tone for the song by detailing his casual approach to relationships with Instagram models. He describes hooking up with one and then decisively ending the encounter by kicking her out, implying that she’s no longer significant to him once he’s done. The term “she dead” signifies that the relationship is over and forgotten. The mention of “ATL Jacob” hints at the producer behind the track, adding a layer of authenticity to the bragging.

[Chorus: Future]
The chorus is all about Future’s lavish lifestyle and dominance. He describes his casual encounters with Instagram models, emphasizing that once he’s had his fill, he’s done with them—indicating they’re not worth his time. He also boasts about how his rivals are too intimidated to confront him, highlighting his power and status. The reference to his new drop-top car and icy jewelry reinforces his wealth and flashy lifestyle. Future makes it clear that he takes his money and diamonds seriously, signaling that he doesn’t mess around with his high status or material possessions.

[Verse 1: Ty Dolla $ign & Lil Durk]
In this verse, Ty Dolla $ign showcases his extravagant lifestyle and carefree attitude. He describes his new girlfriend as someone who brings a lot of excitement and luxury into his life, likening their time together to a movie. He brags about having slept with her friends, portraying himself as a high-status figure. Ty also refers to himself as the new Hugh Hefner, underscoring his playboy persona. Additionally, he mentions being dismissive of his ex, who’s still wearing outdated clothes, suggesting he’s moved on and is living a more glamorous life.

[Verse 2: Lil Durk]
Lil Durk’s verse delves into a mix of personal struggle and lavishness. He reflects on a friend who overdosed on Xanax, showing a moment of vulnerability and concern. He contrasts this with his own high status, mentioning driving a luxury McLaren and having expensive taste. Durk describes his actions as reckless due to drug use, which affects his communication and decisions. He talks about handling money and relationships with a certain coldness, emphasizing his wealth and high life while being dismissive of those who don’t match his standards. He flaunts his expensive jewelry and lavish gifts, contrasting his opulence with his ex’s perceived shortcomings.

[Chorus: Future]
In the repeated chorus, Future reinforces his earlier claims about his lifestyle. He repeats the idea of discarding temporary partners and maintains his stance that his enemies are too scared to challenge him. The chorus highlights his continued opulence, with a focus on his new luxury car and his significant investment in jewelry. It underscores his unrelenting focus on wealth and status, and his disdain for anything or anyone that doesn’t align with his high standards.

[Verse 3: Future]
In this verse, Future continues to brag about his extravagant lifestyle, noting that he switches between driving a Lamborghini and a Tesla, which shows his wealth and variety. He mentions that despite his success, he and his crew are still deeply involved in illegal activities. He talks about his crew’s religious background and their role in his life, showing loyalty and authenticity in his circle. Future boasts about his ability to produce drügs, indicating his ongoing involvement in the underground scene. The repetition of cooking up drügs emphasizes his dominance in that world while continuing to live a lavish lifestyle.

[Verse 4: Kanye West]
Kanye West reflects on a complicated past relationship, expressing his disappointment and feelings of betrayal. He questions why his former partner feels sullied by their past actions, despite his attempts to provide for her. Kanye contrasts his high status and lavish lifestyle with his partner’s perceived inadequacies, including the fact that she still wears outdated clothing. He expresses frustration over her lack of loyalty, especially after learning she was involved with someone he knew. Kanye underscores the disconnect between their past and present lives, and he acknowledges his own flaws while pleading for her to stay loyal despite the issues in their relationship.