The song “Hanging with Wolves” by Lil Durk is a grim portrayal of life in the criminal underworld. The lyrics describe a person who is involved in illegal activities, including murder and drug dealing, and who is pursued by the police and other individuals who are trying to stop them.
The song opens with the line “DJ on the beat so it’s a banger,” suggesting that the narrator is involved in the rap music scene. This is further supported by the line “I’m like ta-da, nigga had put up his work, that nigga had got down,” which suggests that Lil Durk is a successful rapper who is known for their talent and skill.
However, the song quickly shifts to a darker tone, with the him describing how he is constantly pursued by his enemies. He sings, “They in my business, they tryna treat me like a menace, they tryna turn me down / You know I’m different, I’m walking around with my skinnies, I’m Saint Laurent down.” This suggests that he is seen as a threat by those who are trying to stop him, and that he is constantly on guard and prepared for conflict.
The lyrics also mention a number of weapons, including guns and knives, and describe the Lil Durk’s involvement in shootouts and other violent conflicts. For example, he sings, “Can’t hide no body around, can’t hide no thotty around, ’cause niggas gon’ bail out / When he was balling, I had to go sit down and wait on my turn before we had fell out / And I was standing my ground, I ain’t have nobody around, I’m fighting assault / I had a deadly weapon, I had a Smith and Weston, but I got caught.” This paints a picture of a ruthless and dangerous individual who is willing to use violence to protect themselves and achieve their goals. His lyrics serve as a warning to anyone who might try to stand in his way.