"Lion Eyes" is a song by American rapper Lil Durk. Its music video premiered on November 5, 2021 and the song was released as a single on November 12, 2021 by Alamo Records. The song was produced by AyeTM.
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| Single by Lil Durk | ||||
| Released | November 12, 2021 | |||
| Genre | Hip hop | |||
| Length | 1:52 | |||
| Label | Alamo | |||
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| Producer(s) | AyeTM | |||
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| "Lion Eyes" on YouTube | ||||
Composition
editThe song features "dark" piano keys in the instrumental.[1] It finds Lil Durk singing about successes in his life, as well as adversities,[2] including losing his friends and violence,[3] also conveying how one becomes involved in gang life to promote aggressive pride that hides one's insecurities.[1] The song talks about staying strong, with Durk stating he has the "eye of a lion" and "heart of a tiger".[3]
Music video
editThe music video was directed by Jerry Productions and shows Lil Durk in his house, where he shows his collection of money, watches and jewelry, plays video games, and works out.[2][4]
Charts
edit| Chart (2021) | Peak
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| US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)[5] | 3 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[6] | 34 |
References
edit- ^ a b Cole, Alexander (2021-11-06). "Lil Durk Surprises Fans With New Song "Lion Eyes"". HotNewHipHop.
- ^ a b Powell, Jon (November 8, 2021). "Lil Durk drops off new video for "Lion Eyes"". Revolt.
- ^ a b Caraan, Sophie (2021-11-08). "Lil Durk Reflects on Losing His Friends in Surprise New Single "Lion Eyes"". Hypebeast.
- ^ Okon, Wongo (2021-11-06). "Lil Durk's 'Lion Eyes' Video Flexes His Riches And Video Game Skills". Uproxx.
- ^ "Lil Durk Chart History (Bubbling Under Hot 100)". Billboard.
- ^ "Lil Durk Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard.