Supermax Deals Lyrics – Drake

Supermax Deals Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
Just setting the tone, nothing serious being said yet.

[Verse 1]
Drake starts off saying he’s super focused this summer, so much so that even if the weather changed, he wouldn’t notice. He’s cutting down the people he keeps around him, keeping his circle tighter, even though other businesses and people seem to be expanding. He reflects on how family can feel confusing, especially to people who tried to stay neutral and thought that made them safe. Losing friends has really affected him deeply, and he had an emotional conversation with someone named Taylor about it. He knows not everyone is built to handle the kind of pressure he faces. She told him he’s a “national treasure” in his city, which clearly stuck with him. Drake says the only time he’ll be boxed in is when he’s dead, and even then, his legacy will live on. He admits he was naive to think certain relationships would last. He still feels heartbreak, but he’s patched himself up. He warns not to try playing peacekeeper with his crew—it’s not that simple. People may have betrayed him for now, but he hints at future reckoning. He also shares a light moment, laughing with a friend about a haircut, showing he still finds joy in small things. Through it all, the one thing he can count on is making more money—“green paper”—which keeps him going.

[Chorus]
Drake’s talking about being in a place of calm confidence, even while handling huge deals—he calls them “supermax.” He’s saying he’s too relaxed for how big everything actually is. He doesn’t trust the version of truth people get from their phones or social media; it’s too fake, too dependent. Instead, he’s living real life, moving through the streets like someone who actually knows them—not just watching from afar. He’s grounded, not distracted.

[Verse 2]
Drake’s back on his “supermax” mindset, saying he hasn’t even reached his full potential yet. He’s warning anyone who tries to come at him—it might seem like a battle, but you’ll end up showing your true colors. He’s unimpressed with fake rappers and more entertained by how some people act like they’re something they’re not. He’s serious again and calling out people who haven’t even scratched the surface of success. He’s over fake love—it’s exhausting. He brings up the trauma of trying to regain ownership of his music, pointing to bigger struggles behind the scenes. He compares the loyalty and love he gets in L.A. to the strong bond between Phil Jackson and Shaq. Some of the ending lines feel more abstract or unclear, hinting at deals, hidden agendas, and being watched—possibly by singerities or just people waiting to take him down. He’s staying ahead of it all.

[Outro]
He closes by doubling down on the “supermax deals,” warning people to watch their step. He’s confident and in control.