Won't Be Late
Swae Lee, Drake
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(EarDrummers) Tell 'em again, tell 'em off (tell 'em off) It just dawned on me (on me), what's right, feels wrong No, no wingman, that's only my A-game At this game, two can play Kill your vibe, they don't have the right Baby don't fight it, you're giving me life Take your time, set the mood right Settle down, was skeptical at first but now I'm not Won't be late, won't delay (hey) Won't be late, won't delay (yeah) Yeah, yeah, saving my time for you Suddenly, I freed up (free) Freezing my times with you When I'm lonely, I can bring them up Closed off my line for you (closing down my line) I'm better when I'm just on my own, girl Standing in line for you (standing in line for you) Standing here for I don't know how long, girl Things I wrote (ay), lengths I go Lets you know that I want you Words we spoke, things you wrote Let me know that you want me too (yeah) Ikebe, pressing on me heavy Pressing up against me real close Bakassi, moving on me wassy Time is moving real slow Won't be late, won't delay (hey) Won't be late, won't delay (yeah) Won't be late, won't delay (hey) Won't be late, won't delay (won't delay) (yeah)
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Written by: Aubrey Drake Graham, Khalif Malik Ibin Shaman Brown, Michael Len Williams
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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14 facts about this song
Genre"Won’t Be Late" is a track that leans towards Afrobeat, showcasing Drake's versatility in venturing into different music genres.
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CollaborationThe song is a collaboration between Drake and the American rapper Swae Lee.
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ProductionThe producer behind "Won't Be Late" is Nigerian singer and music producer Tekno.
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Release DateThe track "Won't Be Late" was released on August 16, 2019.
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Lyrics"Won't Be Late" is notable for Drake referencing the popular "Keke" dance challenge in the lyrics.
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Music VideoAs of November 2021, there is no official music video for "Won't Be Late."
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PopularityDespite not being promoted as a single or having a music video, "Won't Be Late" gained significant popularity on streaming platforms.
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Charts"Won't Be Late" managed to make its way to the music charts, peaking at #24 on US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles.
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StudioThe song was recorded in SOTA Studios, Toronto, Canada, and in Ameraycans Studios, Los Angeles, U.S.
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ControversyThere was some controversy surrounding the release of "Won’t Be Late," as fans speculated that it was originally intended for Drake’s project with Future. This assumption was based on a snippet of the song that leaked online featuring Future's vocals, but he was not included in the final version.
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ReceptionAlthough reviews for the song were mixed, Drake's bold venture into the Afrobeat genre and his unique collaboration with Swae Lee were appreciated by fans worldwide.
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Live PerformanceDrake first premiered "Won't Be Late” during his set at the OVO Fest in Toronto, August 2019.
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Cultural Impact"Won't Be Late" became one of Drake's many tracks that contributed to the rise of global appreciation for Afrobeat music.
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Meme CultureThe phrase "Ikebe, pressing on me heavy" from the song became popular in meme culture and was widely shared among listeners.
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