Drake is a multi-talented artist known for his work as a rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor. He first gained fame for his role in the TV series Degrassi: The Next Generation, but his music career skyrocketed after the release of his mixtape So Far Gone (2009).

He has also created his place as one of his generation’s most successful and influential artists. He is known for his innovative production, shaping modern hip-hop and pop sound.

About the Song

“Push Ups” by Drake is a motivational track where he reflects on his success and the effort it took to get there. The song promotes hard work, persistence, and overcoming challenges.

Push Ups Lyrics by Drake

Intro

(Whoo Kid)
Ayy

Verse 1

I could never be nobody number-one fan
Your first number one, I had to put it in your hand
You pussies can’t get booked outside America for nan’
I’m out in Tokyo because I’m big in Japan
I’m the hitmaker y’all depend on
Backstage in my city, it was friendzone
You won’t ever take no chain off of us
How the fuck you big steppin’ with a size-seven men’s on?
This the bark with the bite, nigga, what’s up?
I know my picture on the wall when y’all cook up
Extortion baby, whole career, you been shook up
‘Cause Top told you, “Drop and give me fifty,” like some push-ups, huh
Your last one bricked, you really not on shit
They make excuses for you ’cause they hate to see me lit
Pull your contract ’cause we gotta see the split
The way you doin’ splits, bitch, your pants might rip
You better do that motherfuckin’ show inside the bity
Maroon 5 need a verse, you better make it witty
Then we need a verse for the Swifties
Top say drop, you better drop and give ’em fifty
Pipsqueak, pipe down
You ain’t in no big three, SZA got you wiped down
Travis got you wiped down, Savage got you wiped down
Like your label, boy, you in a scope right now
And you gon’ feel the aftermath of what I write down
I’m at the top of the mountain, so you tight now
Just to have this talk with your ass, I had to hike down
Big difference ‘tween Mike then and Mike now
What the fuck is this, a twenty-v-one, nigga?
What’s a prince to a king? He a son, nigga
Get more love in the city that you from, nigga
Metro, shut your ho ass up and make some drums, nigga
Yeah, I’m the 6ix God, I’m the frontrunner
Y’all nigga manager was Chubbs lil’ blunt runner
Claim the 6ix and you boys ain’t even come from it
And when you boys got rich, you had to run from it
Cash blowin’ Abel bread, out here trickin’ (Out here trickin’)
Shit we do for bitches, he doin’ for niggas (What the fuck?)
Jets, whips, chains, wicked, wicked, wicked (Wicked, wicked)
Spend it like you tryna fuck, boy, you trippin’, boy, you trippin’
Drizzy Chip ‘n Dale, probably got your bitch Chanel
I just got ’em done, boy, don’t make me have to chip a nail
Rolling Loud stage, y’all were turnt, that was slick as hell
Shit’ll probably change if your BM start to kiss and tell
Hugs and kisses, man, don’t tell me ’bout no switches
I’ll be rockin’ every fuckin’ chain I own next visit, ayy
I be with some bodyguards like Whitney
Top say drop, your little midget ass better fuckin’

Chorus

Ayy, better drop and give me fifty, ayy
Drop and give me fifty, drop and give me fifty, ayy
Niggas really got me out here talkin’ like I’m 50, ayy
Niggas really got me out here rappin’ what I’m livin’

Verse 2

I might take your latest girl and cuff her like I’m Ricky
Can’t believe he jumpin’ in, this nigga turnin’ fifty
Every song that made it on the chart, he got from Drizzy
Spend that lil’ check you got and stay up out my business
Nigga, shout out to the hooper that be bustin’ out the griddy
We know why you mad, nigga, I ain’t even trippin’
All that lil’ heartbroken Twitter shit for bitches
This for all the top dogs, drop and give me fifty, drop, drop
And that fuckin’ song y’all got did not start the beef with us
This shit been brewin’ in a pot, now I’m heatin’ up
I don’t care what Cole think, that Dot shit was weak as fuck
Champagne trippin’, he is not fuckin’ easin’ up
Nigga callin’ Top to see if Top wanna peace it up
“Top, wanna peace it up? Top, wanna peace it up?”
Nah, pussy, now you on your own when you speakin’ up
You done rolled deep to this, it’s not fuckin’ deep enough
Beggin’ Kai Cenat, boy, you not fuckin’ beatin’ us
Numbers-wise, I’m out of here, you not fuckin’ creepin’ up
Money-wise, I’m out of here, you not fuckin’ sneakin’ up
Cornball, your show money merch-money fee to us
I’ma let you niggas work it out because I seen enough
This ain’t even everything I know, don’t wake the demon up
This ain’t even everything I know, don’t wake the demon up
Drop and give me fifty, all you fuck niggas teamin’ up

Interlude: DJ Akademiks

What top five you smokin’ on, Kendrick?

Outro

Mmm, mmm, yeah
Drop, drop, drop, drop
Drop a fifty bag for the mob in the spot
Drop a fifty bag, twenty-nine for the thot
Uh, I was really, really tryna keep it PG

Similar Songs Like Push Ups

Here is a list of similar hot rap songs by Drake that highlight the same theme and emotions:

• “Started From the Bottom”: This song reflects Drake’s rise from humble beginnings to success. It highlights his determination, themes of hard work, and overcoming difficulties.
• “God’s Plan”: In the song, Drake raps about his success and believes everything in his life is part of a higher purpose. This song is about gratitude and faith.
• “Energy”: This track expresses Drake’s self-confidence and the impact of surrounding himself with positive energy. It’s about keeping his focus and discussing growth and personal strength themes.
• “Nonstop”: It is a high-energy anthem where Drake reflects on his constant hard work and success with an aggressive tone and lyrics.
• “The Ride”: This song takes a more thoughtful look at Drake’s life, touching the topics of the spotlight and the personal sacrifices he’s made.

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Push Ups Perform on Music Charts?

Push Ups peaked at #17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #2 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. It also reached #1 on the UK Hip Hop/R&B chart and has surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify.

How do Push Ups Compare to Drake’s Other Diss Tracks?

Push Ups stands out for targeting multiple artists, including Kendrick Lamar, Metro Boomin, and Future, intensifying Drake’s ongoing rap feuds.

What Impact Did Push Ups Have on the Rap Community?

The song fueled ongoing tensions in the rap community, particularly between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, sparking responses like Lamar’s Euphoria.