No Days Off
Wale · Ambition [2011]
Revolution might be televised
But make sure if they do see
Them people see my good side
Black n*gga with intellect
6th grade I was Special Ed
10th grade I was rad as shit
Lookin' like a n*gga just left Japan
Well goddamn, now I be the man
And every b*tch kickin it with me goin Mia Hamm
Every visit to Neimans, I swear don't even see a tag
When you're reachin' your dreams
You got reason to brag
Ambition over everything
And I never plan on settling
And my wish is to have everything
And my only fear's a wedding ring
Hopin' that my n*ggas see
Hopin' that these b*tches saw it
Hopin' when it's break in here
I got he same addition for it
N*ggas think I'm slippin, n*ggas is lunchin'
Either dumb or smokin' dippers or something
[Hook]
No days off! No days off!
Heard they coming for a n*gga
B*tch I'm Ray Charles
No days off!
Takin' breaks will leave you broken
And we can't fall
No days off! No days off!
Heard they coming for a n*gga
B*tch I'm Ray Charles
No days off!
Takin' breaks will leave you broken
And we can't fall
[Verse 2:]
I used to sleep hungry in a bed next to roaches
Now I wake up, play a beat and burn a couple roaches
Permanently focused, learning while I'm going
And the word most important
Don't regurgitate my sperm
Let me work that - no nasty
But I'm actually quite respectful
But you call a b*tch a b*tch
And real b*tches don't respect you
And that's f*cked up
But I guess that shit's just tough love
Around my way, I'm cut throat
And what I did just ain't enough
Fly shit ain't not thang to us..
20 somethin', no baby ma
Mama want me to go find a wife
I'm like sorry ma, this not the time
Can't decide, take em out
G'd up, shake it down
Weed up, better make a sound
Greened up, I'm like De La Salle
Higher than high school
Mariah tunes and five flutes
Owe 5 to Hooper's and light shoes
Never liked school
Reckless when I move
Where I from, it get cold
N*ggas die over shoes
N*ggas shoot over b*tches
B*tches get n*ggas set up
Stuck up beat up and wet up
That's why I never met em
That's why forever I love seldom and trust never
And f*ck whoever don't put one hundred percent in
N*gga
[Hook]
No Days Off
No Days Off serves as a defining track from Wale's 2011 breakthrough album, Ambition. The recording captures the artist's signature blend of melodic flow and introspective lyricism, hallmarks of his early career that helped establish his presence in the hip-hop landscape. As part of a project that showcased his ability to balance personal narrative with commercial appeal, the song reflects the relentless energy required to maintain momentum in the music industry. Wale's work during this period demonstrated a commitment to crafting cohesive albums that resonated with listeners seeking both emotional depth and rhythmic drive. This track remains a testament to his developing artistry and the ambitious scope of his discography during a pivotal era of his career.