Lute - Life

Lute’s “Life” out now: smarturl.it/LuteLife
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Production Company: Slum County Inc & Haus Elephi
Producer - Dho
Director - Alexander and The Haus
Editor & VFX - Gustavo Soto
Cinematography & Photography -
Cordrell Colbert
Marcus Miller
Uncle Jut
Will Jenkins
Corey Weaver aka @picman704
Violinist: Victor Ekpo
Special thanks to:
@tierabeverly
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@kiefer_andrew
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@_briaelizabeth
@whoisdevn
@zachariahstein
@blakksoulmusic
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@maaaaliyah
@tiffanyy.xoxo
@justpeej
@kill_surf
Lyrics:
Life
My daughter called me crying said she missed me so I just cried with her
Somedays I get caught up in the mix but I’m still a real nigga
If you want it then go get it that’s how the rich get richer
Niggas yelling put them on but never really get the picture
Cause shit I fight for this
Nearly gave half my life for this
Somedays I feel like I’m just right for this
Then a rap nigga a show me just how really wack the cycle is
My music like a gif cause niggas asking what do I type for this
Only person that I’m up against is me
I’m hella humble don’t mistake that shit as weak
Show my daughter if she fall it’s cool just get back on your feet
I’m here to give you all these tools and then my life a be complete
Show you what you dream is true
And what you want in life in reach
And now I gotta take a look at me and practice what I preach
You are who you wanna be and now i gotta take a look at me and practice what I preach
(Hook)
Sometimes life gets crazy
Somedays I don’t know up from down
Life gets so crazy
But I can’t turn my back right now
(Verse two)
Time waits for no man im living life like the first time I slow danced
I probably make mistakes but I’m still in the moment
If I fuck up then I own it
If it’s me against myself then who really my opponent
See you don’t get it
Some things just be fuckin wit my spirit
I’m just a lil overwhelmed my mom can hear it in my lyrics
But this the life I chose so I continue with the vision
I stay true to self and mind more of my business
Drink a lil bit more water plus my hair done grew some inches
Bed time stories to my daughter bout how I grew up in the trenches (yeah yeah)
Hard body ain’t no flinching
gotta get it how you live it
Who you are don’t make a difference (yeah yeah)
So never get it twisted
Life gone knock you off your pivot
Keep your balance is the mission (yeah yeah)
Put your self in the position
Stack your losses and you winnings
I’ll be back in just a min (yeah yeah)
(Hook)
Sometimes life gets crazy
Somedays I don’t know up from down
Life gets so crazy
But I can’t turn my back right now
#Lute #Life #GoldMouf #SometimesLifeGetsCrazy

[@IamDavidJackson]

Lute found his sound. GAME OVER.

[@MikeyP7089]

Yes dude. I’ve always like him and seen him live and it was cool but this year he’s dropped a few songs that get my head bobbin and go on repeat 🙌

[@damianives2722]

Nahh he need to keep lookin 😆

[@popethescope]

@@damianives2722 how bout I spin kick your chin

[@Le-ov2lg]

@@popethescope LOL

[@DarkKillerMMO]

Is his sound a. Drake spinoff

[@glowsause_malo7]

Whoever reading this, you'll be alright. Keep ya head up.

[@nikkinicole60]

Thx

[@oliii123456789]

ty bro thats the reminder we need

[@yardleypetitfrere]

Felt this 🖤

[@ogkush1828]

Random comment that I just kept reading... thanks I needed to read a random comment like this... ✊

[@stillsearchin3457]

I NEEDED to see this, appreciate you bru

[@jaidawes7586]

"Only person that im up against is me, I'm hella humble, don't mistake that shit is weak"

[@864dragonballz]

I felt that

[@TSJ99]

*as weak

[@just2damcoo]

"Show my daughter if she fall, it's cool, just get back on your feet I'm here to give you all these tools and then my life will be complete Show you what you dream is true and what you want in life and reach And now I gotta take a look at me and practice what I preach" That hit me hard and has me rethinking how I'm trying to raise my 3 year old daughter. This song is a breath of fresh air.

[@jaimepinon7994]

I heard this song shortly after it dropped and I still find myself replaying it constantly, and more specifically rewinding that part. Hope the journey is going well for you and yours sir.

[@Bilnation]

Lute really underrated, he deserves way more attention

[@Daysb4Ken]

Ikr

[@djconner85]

People don’t wanna hear stuff like this , they rather hear guns an percs an females ... it’s sad but that’s why the world is how it is now 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@f3d24]

@@djconner85 fr mfs be sayin 10 words and get a hit, sad

[@damianives2722]

This aint nothing special I can name 50 songs between cole and bas that are more lyrical and euphonious. No hate but its fake conscious rap.

[@damianives2722]

@John Applegate I understand but ive never been a fan of handing out participation awards lol seems like this whole comment section handing them out

[@pedroguiterrez903]

He ain`t making music to go big. he making music his daughter will enjoy when he is gone.

[@DillHurley7]

Thats real

[@Peter32tjrksor]

damn. thats deep

[@l..f.e9386]

Underrated comment

[@jacobconniff6345]

Sure hope so. This some of the realest shit I've ever heard.

[@NderituNduhiu]

Morning Shift got the same vibes. You might be on to something bro!

[@laurencameron7453]

Yall i clicked this high af missing my son and i dont regret one moment. The lord knows i needed this song in my heart

[@shmoncon3349]

He dead or gone

[@shmoncon3349]

Not tryna be rude

[@pepejg7]

real talk how tf can anyone dislike this? 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@menosm5002]

Its 172 lil pump fans dont know real music smh

[@popeyebogey209]

@Jose ....I'm guessing that's a Highlighted Reply right?¿

[@donovanwomack802]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJaVamqonsZpkMk

[@jOasisTX]

They’re just sad bro.

[@Tony-fj2dy]

Anyone to recommend more music like this? I need such uplifting music

[@lucasgabrielvilasboas8436]

Take notes: next year everyone will be like “yo yall sleeping on Lute, he fire”... we’ll still be here supporting him.

[@joselara371]

Ima come back n comment on this in a year

[@jordanb.4514]

sound like an ex-logic fan

[@lucasgabrielvilasboas8436]

Jordan Brown sorry fam... never heard any of his songs

[@mrfocse5188]

preach

[@Huntro69]

I felt this back when West 96 pt 2 dropped... he will always be underground

[@GeminiBlessedTV]

I swear Lute doesn’t get enough credit

[@bunobeatz5737]

He dont but he a goat

[@itz_pause9940]

Just a matter of time. He is 100% underrated.

[@kevinknoll4504]

They always don't until they do. He will get his credit for sure. Dude got talent.

[@tahjferguson3942]

So true brother

[@jOasisTX]

Let them sleep. Alarm clocks hits everyone eventually.

[@Godsgreatestwork]

The universe wanted me to hear this song it randomly popped into my Playlist ive never heard of him i clicked It and OH MY GOD im glad I did

[@Kcarrier427]

Coincidence’s are God’s way of remaining anonymous

[@grinstylez]

God whispers to us in ways just like this. God bless. Peace.

[@paulousstudio9140]

@@Kcarrier427 Word

[@GraViTyAboVe]

All I can say is thank you. This pulled me out of the hell I made myself. Life is wild.

[@skeeter1707]

“Dreamville coming for everything”. -Bas

[@liyelathimakalima]

✊🏾

[@rockygaucin6317]

TDE

[@bobbyshewan4229]

Yuri Ezekiel they haven’t been doing much recently as 🔥 as they are. Jay Rock did show up on Lockdown tho

[@bobbyshewan4229]

If Bas ain’t the most under appreciated nigga at Dreamville idk who is lmao

[@nonodlamini]

Fax 🥺

[@khayalamimahlalela7904]

This the kinda hip hop that raised me better than my pops. Listening from South Africa Edit: S/o to ya'll sending love from around the globe. To everybody ever feeling empty inside, hold on cause you not alone, homie. Big Love!♥

[@derryderreck5056]

??? You weird bruh

[@jrdc40132]

Damm you summed it up pretty good

[@joemabaso6059]

Faxx

[@ish5670]

Derry Derreck you the weird one dd😂

[@sheldonbotha2650]

Here bro South Africa too✌🏼bless up brother

[@willietmcbride]

I'm homeless and this song helps me get through the day.. so one day I can tell my daughter what I've been through ♥️♥️

[@austinellois1455]

🙏

[@austinellois1455]

✊️

[@TariqAmazin]

glad you have access to youtube at least

[@bdworth56]

Stay strong my dude. I've been there. Shit ain't all good right now but I made sure all 5 of my babies know how much I love them today

[@dasmexikanischetier]

How are you my man? Just checking on you!

[@LookWithin43]

*This a certified lifetime classic*

[@ayysee_]

If this next album makes him go big, let me save my spot here rq to show I was here before

[@noaim699]

Fax yo

[@swats3950]

On god

[@Dreqsa]

Same, whole Dreamville roster bringing poetry back in rap

[@joshm1552]

Yessir dreamville fam finally going ⬆️

[@tamisbraaf5591]

Fax

[@BIGKRAZYKILLAS]

Glad Lute with dreamville he has that fire inside of him.

[@gio_binoh]

Fire, huh?... It really shows in his slouch and low energy mouthing

[@Jack-ou4it]

Giorgio 8 he ain’t talkin abt rapping quick

[@adriansingletary7863]

Giorgio 8 that’s just his demeanor but his artistry is up there

[@ImStefon]

Lute has been amazing before dreamville. He has a solid formula that's in every song that too many overlook.

[@skll2081]

Most underrated in Dreamville. A mill views, here we come

[@jonathanquino5159]

This is something for the soul.. to all those having a bad day keep your chin up and keep grinding. There’s always light at the end of the tunnel

[@sstruefap966]

Feel this shit. Couldn’t be happier having songs like this from Lute. Knowing he faces anxiety and has real care for things around him. He’s fighting, and that makes me look up to him. Much love!

[@EleMentTC]

I swear the starting is "This is a certified hood classic"

[@courtneyarendse6313]

This song helps me get through bad days, and appreciate the good days, Lute is a lyrical miracle.

[@hagriddy8]

Does it still do that for you

[@runellgordon2020]

Idk if Lute will see this... but this is what I needed. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.

[@kevinnktypus7114]

When people say hip hop is dead I just recommend lute and the whole dreamville

[@rickeybernard8156]

TDE as well.

[@iDontUploadiJustSub]

Griselda

[@anthonymaverick2193]

That's sad if you can only reccomend that

[@47oasis]

Ayeee I recommended that Lute mixtape to a buddy 2 months ago and he came back talkin how real he is. Dreamville really is on top with TDE

[@xrbitz8101]

no one ever said hip hop is dead

[@mncedisizulu2053]

Lute: the most underrated GOAT

[@tdaramola7]

Faaaactsss

[@muhanadfathi5655]

Big faxx

[@6lakGesus]

Lol why we always say that

[@picassokwanele8224]

Cole signing dudes that are as good as he is at introspection was such a fail-safe plan for the sucess of Dreamville.

[@midorakat3975]

This is one of the first times I've actually gone through comments just to see what people are saying and every one of the comments are uplifting, positive, or throwing love to Lute and the fellow commenters! I just want to point that out and that was a breath of fresh air. That's exactly why we need more music like this and thank you Lute ❤

[@MaleEarthlingOfficial]

It's been a year and no comments on your post but I just wanna say your right. 💪🏾❤️

[@Au2eEtage]

Amen

[@bofish2092]

Me too

[@Grizzlybearr0139]

This beat is nasty and the message is powerful. Lute Ross painting a beautiful picture!

[@skolatti]

the beat is aight

[@slezas3328]

Lute always picks the hardest beats

[@T.H.E.O.R.Y.]

No cap, I just heard this song for the 1st time today, a year to the day of it's release. This is going in the rotation of songs I need to inspire me and convict me to greatness.

[@rosswilliams2303]

Actual rap. What it’s suppose to be.

[@averycrane1362]

This beat is a serious gem, it’s an upbeat, positive sounding beat, all while at the same time it has an eerie, negative tone to it, as so is life I guess

[@dommadethat]

that might be the best description of exactly what I was going for.. wow. appreciate it!

[@MixandoMeusBeats]

sampling pharoah sander, couldn't be better

[@zacha6066]

It's the perfect beat for these lyrics too. By the time the first bar is done you're sold on the whole track. I sent this to my dad mentioning how this is exactly the music I want to make. Have a daughter who I dont get to see, and knowing I'm not completely alone while I fight for that priviledge means so much. Biggest track all year for me hands down

[@vango7191]

Lute in my iPhone always autocorrects to “Life”

[@atreau1916]

Y’all trippin this should have over a mill by now😴

[@stonedhub.957]

Im confused how this is not Chanted around the world coz his music really changed my life and i know it can change someone's life out there.. Love from South Africa ❤lute forthh wall

[@jeremyrichard6082]

Lute is goat. Dreamville goats. Goat goat goat 🐐

[@rockythacker3526]

Dreamville is a goat stable !

[@traphard911]

Tarheel state 🐏

[@trizzysmeez3698]

@@rockythacker3526 lol

[@natureleaked6529]

I needed this like foreal, I was at a all time low tryin to figure if I was going to slow...not truly enjoying life thinking “why am I stuck”. Forgot that majority of life is about the journey, the lessons you learn and the stories you hear. This reminded me of it...Thanks Lute.

[@AmyChaos]

🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@philosophy20]

Analysis: *Lvl 100*

[@melissayerxa8370]

Saaaaaameeeeee! Totally feel you.

[@robertwoolson]

Life’s not about the peaks or the troughs, it’s about the come backs and the journey

[@theherbpuffer]

Something about Lute that I relate to more than just about any other rapper. His introspective lyrics, he seems like such a genuine and humble human

[@MontTheBeatMaker]

This would have been the perfect song to feature Mac Miller on

[@joelgarrido1369]

💔

[@klean_upguyza6461]

@@joelgarrido1369 Broken

[@spirituallyricalindividual3561]

Mont The Beat Maker 😔🤚

[@zacharylem164]

RIP Mac❤

[@chris33324]

y’all missed the whole BLM theme huh?

[@24infernoX]

This song felt like such a breath of fresh air.

[@dukewilkins1997]

Cursed Bear FACTS

[@ngcebodlamini6205]

literally. got me through 2020

[@mr.b1613]

If his next album is like this and GED then it's going to be amazing

[@Mikal_Hedges]

GED made me a fan

[@MikeyP7089]

Yes dude. I’ve always like him and seen him live and it was cool but this year he’s dropped a few songs that get my head bobbin and go on repeat 🙌

[@SenseiFry]

Man everyone who worked on this video deserves their props 🤌🔥🔥🔥

[@Icetea.617]

Whoever is reading this keep yo head up ik it’s been hard but u will be alright

[@ppgang1694]

Good song with the same message kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHTJgquYnbJ5mLc

[@TyeDye622]

Artist like Lute are needed right now. We don't need anymore distractions, we need that real! Respect!

[@donovanwomack802]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJaVamqonsZpkMk

[@xmob1471]

“If it’s me against myself , then who really my opponent?” ✅

[@StrangerByTheHour]

“You are what you wanna be”. That’s it right there. The big secret nobody tells you and this man giving it up. It’s all up to you. All of it.

[@dantrelloliver2396]

Yall don't understand music like this is so hard to find these days.Just off this one song im a fan for life✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿

[@kingkunta8124]

This hit straight to my soul LUTE is fireee yall

[@xaviertalks]

This song not only hits the soul but is a good inspiration to others

[@T.King713]

That’s a fact 💯

[@donovanwomack802]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJaVamqonsZpkMk

[@tatianacooper2607]

For real. Looking at my baby girl right now

[@sunilnirmal5658]

“I’m hella humble don’t mistake that shit as weak “ oooh lord this bar tho 🙏

[@TamikaX]

"Young Marvin Gaye wit da gold mouf"-- my tweet to Lute

[@thatssosleezy]

" IF IT'S ME AGAINST MYSELF THEN WHO REALLY MY OPPONENT ?"

[@scrimshawdelegates4765]

🔥 yeah yeah

[@anthonysalasgarcia7346]

Lute's words add oxygen to this already fire beat🔥🔥💯

[@zach_334]

This is one of the greatest hip-hop/rap songs of all time imo. The lyrics are literally life changing

[@conniejewett1165]

The woman on vocals has the voice of an angel 💕 ✨

[@drgfromnyc]

i’m still trying to find out who that woman is. surprised she wasn’t given any credits anywhere, because her voice is beautiful

[@DirectedbyJalen]

@@drgfromnyc Tiera Beverly

[@collinsims2413]

@@drgfromnyc her name is in the description, doesnt say she was the girl singing, but her name is there.

[@Mr1001og]

Damn! I’m not crying, you are crying.

[@grinstylez]

👊🏽

[@RickJamesx112]

Uplifting vibes about self reflection... Just the message the world needs right now 🔥

[@TheZelkhan]

Real hip hop aint dead, u just gotta know where the berries are hiding ✌🏽 peace and love from germany

[@luzianvari9020]

Ich dachte schon ich bin der letzte Deutsche der noch richtigen Rap hört

[@TheZelkhan]

Kommt mir auch so vor man

[@just_Art_Ke]

This song gives me a strength to stand tall once again. A song that transcends time 💯

[@freddyflirt15]

When a true artist creates a masterpiece it captures the significance of the moment, the feelings expressed are real to the core and resonate universally. This is one such masterpiece. I hope this music and the songs he makes in the future will continue to resonate and begin to heal the divide in this nation.

[@HITSQUAD63]

Very well said . I couldn’t agree more.

[@twobax4646]

Comment god

[@d4s645]

Taste in music, thinkful, JP as profile pic. U won!!

[@josephmarquette6187]

If it's me against myself then who really my enemy 👁❤

[@Gator1DontPlayNoShit]

You are who you wanna be, and now I got to take a look at me and practice what I preach.

[@BigStash]

Bars aint back. Bars never left.

[@airmike9720]

So glad cole signed this legendary individual. He stays true to himself and always drops potent thinking lines on the tracks he creates

[@asheepwithswagog3018]

“They don’t make music like they used to” Nah, y’all just not looking hard enough.

[@devingiles887]

Say it again for the people in the back 🗣🗣🗣

[@thepresidentialsuite849]

They don't know how to search for it

[@memeilator845]

Best comment

[@callmepasta600]

Man they dont even need to search. People are just idiots. You find one good artist on any platform and you'll get similar suggestions.

[@sparrowkayuni5267]

Truee

[@MrRoljer2004]

This song going to end up in a movie and then it’s going to blow.

[@user-yf2fr2dw2b]

No goons in the background. No stacks of money and slave jewelry. No guns. Just him. His Mom. His Daughter. Real lyrics with MAD substance. Strong man. Real man. Shallow music gets washed away. Music like this lives forever. 💯💯💯

[@UndeniableUndesirables]

Check my music out. Real hip hop lives forever

[@shyne1308]

Nerd

[@user-yf2fr2dw2b]

@@shyne1308 😂

[@ShaneShrimp]

i aint watched yet but ik its heat

[@ShaneShrimp]

update it was heat

[@francescacarey3716]

"Sometimes life gets crazy Somedays I don’t know up from down Life gets so crazy But I can’t turn my back right now" motivational words for 2020

[@boity-fromthemilkygalaxy2504]

This song is so kind to the soul 😊

[@UndeniableUndesirables]

Soulful music precisely. Check my tunes out

[@TheJargoon]

Dreamville bringing back the reeeeaaallll hip-hop!!

[@domesticatedape9425]

If you’re a real one, you’ll know this song probably means everything to him Not just cause he released it on his b.day but it’s everything he mentioned in gold mouf chronicles ‘Anxiety’✨

[@ungratefulninja4535]

I feel the same way about AK the Savior's song, Master Roshi. It was also dropped on his b-day. Check it out & be healthy 🌿

[@domesticatedape9425]

@@ungratefulninja4535 I checked it out s/o. All the best in everything you're doing

[@DanielLeeWill]

This shit is so real. So beautiful. I love Lute, his soul is pure. So vulnerable. He shows his true self. Speaks his heart. This shit hits deep and I’m so glad art like this is will last till the end of days. Peace and love to this man and his family for generations. Thank you so much. This shit helps. I love everyone that sees this. Jah Bless 💯💜

[@josevaldez6624]

This heals the wounds of my past

[@nardfaataape8079]

This is music! Music should only bring us together or let us reflect on self. But-“sometimes life gets craaaaazy. But i cant turn my back rn”

[@kwandilemalima3044]

"I stay true to self and mind more of my business"

[@rodrigofuentes5486]

He is so good, such a breath of fresh air for the game! 🔥

[@smegul1464]

Choose a blessed life or die trying, either way were all blessed in our own little way.

[@colinpeasant5904]

Violin 🎻 completes the MASTERPIECE "Yea Yea" 🔥🔥🔥

[@Tigers9596]

Soooo this is amazing....

[@mpumelelonkonde494]

Anybody noticed how humble Lute is yet he's also one of the best ✌

[@philedwards896]

Hey Lute! I saLUTE you Souljah! Thankyou for this masterpiece.

[@evankirschenmann4653]

HOW IS THIS NOT AT A MILLION VIEWS?!?!

[@rhubarbspecialist3027]

I'm trying my best to get it there bro! I'm trying

[@bandilezulu5747]

Everytime I listen to your music, I feel like every bar is dedicated to me. Every bar gives me hope. Every hook heals my soul. You reminded me that " I'm gonna turn my pain into wealth "

[@zoidberg7116]

Lute so underrated man I’m so hyped for the album

[@masterswordsman2465]

I respect what u stand 4 one love from one hiphop head to another

[@jackpfohl3103]

Listen to the song he samples for the beat. It’s called Love Is Everywhere, it’s by Pharaoh Sanders. Truly beautiful song and incredible use of the sample 🙏

[@Hii_Tek]

The art style of this video is beautiful and legendary and yes art style not editing

[@ssagsavior]

This beat is simply beautiful 🔥

[@gagegarcia822]

This song is whats getting me through it all right now.

[@jayhaines8757]

keep your head up brotha

[@evanherring2849]

Just keep coming back stronger

[@danielgordon6412]

Bro I never heard of you before. Me and my boy had a cinco and he sent me here. I needed this message right now. This sick a beautiful song and message thank you brother. Hip hop teaches so many people thank you for putting such a positive message out in the world. Bless up

[@antibot_z1051]

This is real powerful music thank you for this definitely needed this so impactful salute ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@SbonisoSB]

This joint is going in right now.

[@XLPlaylists]

Nothing beats Lute.

[@shawnadkins8888]

Let's get this to a million asap.

[@snoolio]

Happy birthday lute 🔥🔥

[@AmyChaos]

DAMN! This is it! We needed this one. 🔥🔥🔥

[@juliet_Nduati.Official]

Sending love to whoever came back to listen to this jam ( December 2021)❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@choogafantastic5946]

This beat hard af!!