Right Above It (feat. Drake)

Lil Wayne's 'Right Above It' featuring Drake is a braggadocious anthem that celebrates success, wealth, and the lifestyle of the rich and famous in the hip-hop world. The song's title itself suggests a position of superiority, with the artists claiming a status so high that 'only heaven's right above it.' This line serves as a metaphor for their unparalleled success in the music industry and their feeling of being at the pinnacle of their careers.

Drake opens the track with references to his inner circle and the importance of loyalty, contrasting 'real friends' with 'fake friends.' He uses metaphors like 'small circle' and 'different shoes' to emphasize the selectiveness of his company and the unique paths they tread, despite being in close proximity to one another. The lyrics also touch on themes of excess and indulgence, with mentions of luxury cars, women, and partying, which are common tropes in hip-hop culture that symbolize status and success.

Lil Wayne continues the theme of dominance and self-assuredness. His verses are filled with wordplay and boastful claims about his influence and affluence. He makes cultural references to extreme sports ('X Games'), outlaws ('Jesse James'), and politics ('Young Money Democrat'), painting a picture of a life lived on his own terms, full of excitement and unconcerned with the opinions of others. The repeated assertion that they 'shoot first' is a metaphor for their proactive approach to life and their careers, always staying ahead of the competition. The song encapsulates the ethos of hip-hop's celebration of rising from the bottom to the top, and once there, enjoying the spoils unapologetically.