Lil Durk

Lyrics

[Chorus]
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L-L-L-L-L-L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz

[Verse 1]
You don't fuck with me, then fuck 'em
My own niggas, Ion't trust 'em
Bricksquad, I say fuck 'em
Wuga World wit' 'em so fuck 'em
I'm in these streets, no duckin'
This foreign mac, it's Russian
Kay Kay and Tee Tee, them hoes know they bussin'
I did a lot to these niggas, they mad we fuck they bitches
Fucked a couple them Barbies, now I need a pretty Mrs
OTF 300, the city ridin' with us
Too many say they drillin', throw the L's up for them hittaz
[Chorus]
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L-L-L-L-L-L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
[Verse 2]
I don't know what got into me
I'm jammin' like I'm with MTV
Niggas know that we rich forever, like we fuckin' with MMG
Robbin', clearin' up niggas throat, .40 got a lemon squeeze
Coolin' on that mac too, hot shit for a winter breeze
Duckin' low from all the ops, blastin' at yo enemies
Yo' bitch know she doin' dick, we call that ho double D
We call that ho double D
Ain't nobody hot as me, L's

[Chorus]
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L-L-L-L-L-L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz

[Verse 3]
I'm higher than an astronaut
I'm off the shit, I'm passin' out
I don't know what they tellin' 'bout, wearing wires a get 'em got
Where I'm from my niggas win
Couple niggas that gone for ten
Couple guys that's R.I.P, niggas know that we get it in
Life ain't no joke, nigga, L's up for Lil Mo, nigga
Life ain't no joke, nigga, L's up for lil Mo, nigga
[Chorus]
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L-L-L-L-L-L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz
L's up for them hittaz
Throw the L's up for them hittaz

Chicago’s drill music scene has produced some of the most distinctive tracks in hip-hop over the past decade. One such track, “L’s Anthem” by Lil Durk, is considered an infamous Chicago diss track that ignited the gang wars in the city. The track, which was released in late 2011, is a scathing response by Durk, a member of the Black Disciples, to two Gangster Disciple sets.

About L’s Anthem

“L’s Anthem” is a critical moment in the history of Chicago drill music. Durk’s rhymes are layered over a piano melody and a driving beat, giving the track an aggressive and haunting ambience that underscores its violent content. Durk’s lyrics are loaded with gang references, making it a commentary on the turf wars that have plagued the city for years. He disses two rival Gangster Disciple sets, a move that exemplifies the feuding between the two factions that have resulted in a wave of violence in the city.

The song became a local sensation shortly after its release and caused a response from Bricksquad member Lil JoJo. JoJo responded with a diss track, “3HunnaK (BDK),” where he disses Durk and other Black Disciples. Unfortunately, JoJo’s response got him murdered, which not only escalated Chicago violence but resulted in many other notable drill rappers getting murdered. As JoJo’s brother, Swagg Dinero, put it, “The hood was going crazy. Everybody that was BDK was coming out the woodworks. The city was just divided fast."

Despite the violence and tragic loss of many Chicago drill rappers, “L’s Anthem” has remained a classic track in drill music. It has an energy and grit that speaks to the culture and reality of street life in Chicago. Durk pulls no punches on the track, and it has become a cornerstone of his music career. The song’s popularity and longevity are a testament to the power of Chicago’s drill music scene.

The Impact of L’s Anthem

L’s Anthem is a track that has impacted the Chicago music industry and triggered a rivalry between the Black Disciples and the Gangster Disciples. The song’s shooting and subsequent fallout emotionally impacted the city and irreversibly shaped its music scene.

The song’s popularity was driven, in part, by the fact that it played out on local radio stations. This turned it into a hit and created a kind of buzz and excitement around it. Thousands of people listened to the song and became fans instantly.

More so, L’s Anthem shook the city to its core and deepened the already existing gang wars in the city. It’s been said that Chicago police blamed rap music and drill for the increase in gang-related killings and that many drill rappers died before they could reach their full potential. These events had a significant impact on the future of Chicago's rap scene.

Despite the negative impact of the track, it should be acknowledged that it is one of the most impactful tracks of Chicago drill music. The track’s catchy lyrics, edgy beats, and genre-defying nature make it an instant classic that has stood the test of time.

Why L’s Anthem Matters

L’s Anthem is a song that has captured the attention of rap enthusiasts from all over the world. The track’s raw energy and scathing lyrics make it a classic track that has shaped Chicago's drill music scene. It is easy to see why the song still remains memorable for many.

The song is a reminder of a dark time in Chicago’s history and has played a significant role in shaping the identity of Chicago’s music scene. It’s impacted the lives of many, including its artist, Lil Durk, who has since grown to become one of the biggest rappers in the game.

Most Importantly, L’s Anthem symbolizes how much music can reflect on a society and its values. As much as it’s an animated track that incites a questionable style of life and gang war, the song is a great example of how music can impact society and how society itself can impact music. L’s Anthem is a song that represents a subculture’s voice, a social mirror, and an incredible mark in music history.

Bottom Line

At the end of the day, “L’s Anthem” by Lil Durk is a track that will go down in history as one of the most impactful diss tracks in Chicago drill music. Its haunting beat, energy, and aggressive lyrics have made it a classic and a subject of admiration for rap enthusiasts across the world. Although it has been associated with violence and tragedy, the song has nevertheless stood the test of time and is still an iconic track to this day.

• Release Date: March 28, 2012
• Artist: Lil Durk