Released in 2018, 'God's Plan' is one of Drake's most iconic tracks and highlights his unique blend of rap and emotive storytelling. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 11 consecutive weeks, showcasing its widespread appeal and cultural relevance. Composed by Drake alongside frequent collaborators, it resonates with themes of success, loyalty, and the challenges of fame. This track is particularly useful for English learners due to its clear enunciation and relatable vocabulary.
Lyrics
God's Plan — Drake
English
I been movin' calm, don't start no trouble with me
Tryna keep it peaceful is a struggle for me
Don't pull up at 6 a.m. to cuddle with me
You know how I like it when you lovin' on me
I don't wanna die for them to miss me
Yes, I see the things that they wishin' on me
Hope I got some brothers that outlive me
They gon' tell the story, shit was different with me
God's plan, God's plan
I hold back, sometimes, I won't, yeah
I feel good, sometimes, I don't (Ayy, don't)
I finessed down Weston Road (Ayy, 'nessed)
Might go down a G-O-D
I go hard on Southside G
I make sure that north-side eat
And still
Bad things
It's a lot of bad things that they wishin' and wishin'
And wishin' and wishin', they wishin' on me
Bad things
It's a lot of bad things that they wishin' and wishin'
And wishin' and wishin', they wishin' on me
Yeah, ayy, ayy
She say, "Do you love me?" I tell her, "Only partly
I only love my bed and my mama, I'm sorry"
Fifty Dub, I even got it tatted on me
Eighty-one, they'll bring the crashers to the party
And you know me
Turn the O2 into the O3, dog
Without 40, Oli, there'd be no me
'Magine if I never met the broskies
God's plan, God's plan
I can't do this on my own, ayy (No, ayy)
Someone watchin' this shit close (Yep, close)
I've been me since Scarlett Road, ayy (Road, ayy)
Might go down as G-O-D
I go hard on Southside G (Ayy, wait, ayy)
I make sure that north-side eat, yeah
And still
Bad things
It's a lot of bad things that they wishin' and wishin'
And wishin' and wishin', they wishin' on me
Yeah, yeah
Bad things
It's a lot of bad things that they wishin' and wishin'
And wishin' and wishin', they wishin' on me
Yeah
Grammar
What you learn from this song
Present Continuous / Presente Continuo
The Present Continuous tense describes actions that are currently happening or ongoing. It's formed using the verb 'to be' and the '-ing' form of the main verb, such as 'I am singing'. This tense is essential for learners to express current actions and experiences.
'I been movin' calm, don't start no trouble with me' — This demonstrates a continuing action reflecting a current state.
'Tryna keep it peaceful is a struggle for me' — Here, 'is a struggle' reflects an ongoing challenge.
'You know how I like it when you lovin' on me' — This highlights a current preference and ongoing affection.
Simple Present / Presente Simple
The Simple Present tense is used to describe habitual actions, general truths, or facts. Basic structure is formed using the base form of the verb. Learning this structure is vital for learners to communicate everyday actions and universal facts.
'I feel good, sometimes, I don't (Ayy, don't)' — This shows a general feeling or state, indicating frequency.
'They gon' tell the story, shit was different with me' — 'They tell' is an example of Simple Present used to describe a fact.
'I only love my bed and my mama, I'm sorry' — This conveys a general preference, indicating who he loves.
Fun facts
Did you know?
The music video for 'God's Plan' features Drake surprising unsuspecting fans with gifts and financial support, reinforcing the song's themes of generosity and community.
Drake originally wrote 'God's Plan' in a short amount of time and recorded it as a part of his 'Scary Hours' EP, which has solidified his status in hip-hop.
The song became a cultural phenomenon, leading to numerous memes and discussions online about its lyrics and the message it conveys.
In 2019, 'God's Plan' earned the Grammy Award for Best Rap Song, highlighting its impact on the music industry.
Drake's use of personal narratives and relatable experiences in 'God's Plan' has inspired many cover versions and adaptations from various artists across genres.
For students
Why learn English with this song?
Learning English through 'God's Plan' is effective due to its clear pronunciation and engaging rhythm, making it ideal for practice. The vocabulary used is accessible yet varied, exposing learners to everyday language and slang. Additionally, the repetitive patterns in the chorus help reinforce memory and understanding of the phrases. Overall, this song provides an excellent balance of challenge and relatability for learners.
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