Drake, known for his high-profile romantic history, has a discography ranging from dance-inducing tracks to emotionally charged ones. So, where does his latest release, \u201cSlime You Out,\u201d fit in?<\/p>\n
In early September, the rapper delighted fans by announcing his forthcoming eighth studio album via Instagram, stating \u201cFOR ALL THE DOGS SEPTEMBER 22.\u201d This came after nearly a year since his collaborative album with 21 Savage, \u201cHer Loss,\u201d and over a year since his last solo release, \u201cHonestly, Nevermind.\u201d However, plans changed as Drake revealed on Instagram Story, less than a week before the album\u2019s scheduled drop, that he was postponing it in order to conclude his It\u2019s All a Blur Tour before its highly-anticipated release.<\/p>\n
Despite fans\u2019 disappointment over the delay, Drake didn\u2019t leave them empty-handed. Just days before the postponement, he announced the release of a track from the upcoming album on social media. \u201cSlime You Out,\u201d featuring the immensely talented SZA, dropped on September 15. With two major artists involved, the song was destined for success. Yet, as we delve into the lyrics of \u201cSlime You Out,\u201d it becomes clear that it holds deeper emotional resonance.<\/p>\n
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\u201cSlime You Out\u201d delves into themes of love and past relationships. The term \u201cslime you out\u201d generally implies deception or retaliation for perceived wrongdoing, according to Urban Dictionary. In the song, both artists reflect on previous relationships that ultimately proved unfulfilling. Drake begins by expressing, \u201cYou b****es really get carried away \/ Makin\u2019 mistakes, then you beg me to stay,\u201d addressing his ex\u2019s behaviour. He also discusses her new partner and expresses disbelief that she moved on with someone like him.<\/p>\n
In the third verse, SZA takes the spotlight to vent about her own experiences. She sings, \u201cYou tell these hoes you ain\u2019t cuddlin\u2019 \/ But with me, you know you doin\u2019 all that s***\/ You tellin\u2019 these hoes you ain\u2019t trickin\u2019 off\/ But with me, you know I\u2019m gon\u2019 get it all.\u201d Here, she suggests that her partner was dishonest with others about their interactions. Eventually, SZA conveys that she had to leave the relationship, unable to pretend to be happy with someone of that ilk. Both SZA and Drake express a desire to distance themselves from past relationships that have caused them pain.<\/p>\n
While Drake\u2019s romantic history with Rihanna is more widely known, he also once dated SZA. This was revealed in his verse on the 2020 track \u201cMr. Right Now,\u201d where he rapped, \u201cYeah, said she wanna f*** to some SZA, wait \/ \u2018Cause I used to date SZA back in \u201908.\u201d Although fans were surprised by this revelation, SZA confirmed the relationship on social media, noting the correct year was 2009. The breakup appears to have been amicable, as years later they\u2019ve come together for their first collaboration. Despite speculation, \u201cSlime You Out\u201d doesn\u2019t seem to delve into their own relationship, but rather addresses other past romantic entanglements. In the fourth verse, Drake even recounts a months-long relationship with an ex, illustrating its ups and downs. Ultimately, \u201cSlime You Out\u201d demonstrates that both Drake and SZA have experienced challenging relationships, but this does not include their own connection.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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