Lion Eyes Explained

Lion Eyes
Cover:Lil Durk - Lion Eyes.jpg
Type:single
Artist:Lil Durk
Released:November 12, 2021
Genre:Hip hop
Length:1:52
Label:Alamo
Producer:AyeTM
Chronology:Lil Durk
Prev Title:Pissed Me Off
Prev Year:2021
Next Title:Rambo
Next Year:2021

"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.

Composition

The 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. The song talks about staying strong, with Durk stating he has the "eye of a lion" and "heart of a tiger".

Music video

The 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.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Cole . Alexander . 2021-11-06 . Lil Durk Surprises Fans With New Song "Lion Eyes" . . en.
  2. Web site: Powell . Jon . November 8, 2021 . Lil Durk drops off new video for "Lion Eyes" . . en-US.
  3. Web site: Caraan . Sophie . 2021-11-08 . Lil Durk Reflects on Losing His Friends in Surprise New Single "Lion Eyes" . Hypebeast.
  4. Web site: Okon . Wongo . 2021-11-06 . Lil Durk's 'Lion Eyes' Video Flexes His Riches And Video Game Skills . . en-US.