Artist: NF
Track: Returns

Lyrics
What is perfect? Not me
I've been overworking for weeks
I go home then purchase some things
That I know will not fill my needs
Have a dose of what I've achieved
Then get lonesome and I critique
Who I am and what I believe
Make up standards too high to reach

Untrained animal off the leash
I'm in panic, but yet relieved
Brought your hammock to hang with me?
Grab a hatchet, cut down your tree
Like a mannequin that can speak
What I have in store is unique
I just mop the floors with MCs
I can't stop until things are clean

I'm an amateur's what you think
So you stand there in disbelief
'Til I dislocate both your feet
That's what happens, you step to me
Not too graphic, but not PG
Lots of action in every scene
I'm kidnapping all of your dreams
Hold 'em hostage and watch 'em scream (ah!)

Rap aside, I am what I advertise
Don't matter how you put it, we live
Then we have to die
You might hate it, but you can't deny
See, everything that I've been doing got me looking like a mastermind
It's so vain, but I vandalize that I do what you fantasizing
Took a vision of my dreams
And then found a better way that I can make it
I've been looking, think I'm really 'bout to maximize it (agh!)

These bullets form in my mind and come out my mouth and (pow, pow, pow)
For anyone out there doubting or acting mouthy (watch, watch, watch)
Forget what you heard about me, I've been astounding (God, God, God)
Something for you thinking you might run circles 'round me

Yeah, ain't this all I ever wanted?
That's a fact, no, that's a lie, no
I'm confused, yeah, I got problems
What's the use? Yeah, let's be honest
Screws are loose, I need 'em tightened
Not amused, yeah, look what I did
Brought you something, hope you like it
So precise, the flow the nicest
So productive, stop your whining
Back in style like I was vinyl
I make songs and they go viral
Something's off if I go idle
"Been so long," yeah, okay, I know
Take your shoes off, you're in my home
You got fans, but not like I do, yeah

Thankful, I try to be, can't contain what's inside of me
They don't like this side of me 'cause I lack in compliancy
I question what I can see if you're not playing my CD
No expiring, I'll decide when I think it's my time to leave (woo)
Yeah, 'cause they won't retire me, it inspires me to be inspiring
When I'm low I feel like I'm spiraling
Pushing forward, look, I can't ignore it
There ain't no I in team, but drop the T and A
Sometimes, if I'm being honest, feels like it's only me
No defeat, notably, better have it right if you're quoting me
Write my name on your hit list, it might be the last time you wrote something
Rip that cocky smile right off your face for thinking you're close to me
Grab a can of gasoline, light it all over your self-esteem

Selfishly watching y'all helplessly pretend you're on my planet
Shoot you out of the sky like you're punchlines, you are not landing
Gun jamming, reach in your mouth and rip out your tongue after tongue
Lashings, I hand 'em out like pamphlets in church, pastors
Show up to my funeral wearing all black, and what's happening?
I look around and wonder, "Where my fans at?"
Oh Lord, they know me so well, they know I'm not in that casket
Trash bag is prolly buried somewhere full of my ashes

My music's superb, playing with words, play with my nerves
They gon' have a list of issues long as my shirts
Very absurd, very disturbed
Stare at the Earth like, "This is not the place I was birthed"
I'm generic, you sure?
Oh, they think I'm very reserved
'Til I open up on the beat like on my Therapy work
I don't care what you heard, real scary, carry the verse
While I'm wearing my merch', stomping on your arrogant turf

Sit back and observe, nah, I like to actually work
This life's so unpredictable, it just keeps pitching me curves
I take a swing, I hate the things that make me feel like I'm dirt
I've patiently been waiting, please, I think it's time for my turn
My expertise are melodies, they talk to me when I'm hurt
Just let me be, eventually someday they'll see what I'm worth
I cross my Is and dot my Ts, it makes no sense, but I've learned
Normal to you is not to me, the outcast finally returns

Full Lyrics and Meaning

Genius Meanings
	NF – Returns
	On “Returns,” NF pairs a refreshing, new flow with lyrical bars to announce the return of his misfit self. The last line specifically references his 2017 track “Outcast,” which was
	NF – Outcast
	On “Outcast,” NF shows us he doesn’t want to fit in with anyone in the rap industry and will pursue his own style. The music video for this track was released on October 6, 2017
	NF Vows To Stay Positive On New Song “HOPE”
	It’s the title track off his forthcoming fifth album.
	NF – BULLET
	[Verse 1] / Look, I wouldn't say it if I didn't mean it / You ever need me for any reason, let me know / I got your back, I would die and kill for you / Don't question that, you
	Genius Traducciones al Español – NF - Returns (Traducción al Español)
	[Letra de "NF - Returns (Traducción al Español)"] / [Verso] / ¿Qué es perfecto? Yo no / He estado trabajando demasiado por semanas / Voy a casa y luego compro algunas cosas / Que
	NF – The Search
	“The Search” is the second single and title track for NF’s fourth album and marks his first release of 2019. On the track, NF opens up about the struggles inside his head and
	Read All The Lyrics To NF’s New Album ‘Hope’
	The Michigan rapper’s fifth album features Cordae and Julia Michaels.
	NF – Leave Me Alone
	“Leave Me Alone” is a track where NF responds to fame, which is personified and originally referenced in the 2018 singles “NO NAME” and “WHY.” He wants his fame to “leave him alone
	NF – Time
	[Chorus] / Even if we both break down tonight / And you say you hate me, and we go to bed angry / I know everything will be alright / I'll be here waiting, I promise I'm changing
	NF – Change
	“Change” is a track where NF fights with his inner-self about needing change in his life, but is afraid to venture out and try new things. These feelings are reflected in the beat
	NF – HOPE
	“HOPE” is NF’s first release of 2023 and his first release since his March 2021 mixtape, CLOUDS (THE MIXTAPE), it serves as the lead single, intro and title track of his fifth
	NF – When I Grow Up
	“When I Grow Up” is the third single off of NF’s 2019 album The Search. On the track, NF shares when growing up, he aspired to be a rapper, rather than go to college or work a nine
	NF – Options
	“Options” is a hard-hitting, aggressive track, sharing the only option is to make it in the industry. Along with “No Excuses,” this track features a more traditional hip hop beat.
	NF – RUNNING
	[Verse 1] / I'm tired / Of holding on to you, it's time to let / My pride / Go and learn to love myself again, yeah / I don't wanna wait another / Day, I've waited long enough, I'm
	NF – WHY
	On “WHY,” NF talks about the recent success on his hit single “Let You Down,” being an outcast, his aggression and wrestles with inner conflict. Following “NO NAME,” this is the
	NF – Paralyzed
	In this song, NF talks about how he is stuck, or “Paralyzed” because as Christians we can let the world stop or paralyze us from doing what God has called us to do. We can fall
	NF – CLOUDS
	“CLOUDS” marks NF’s first release of 2021, following his October 2020 track “Chasing_(Demo).” On the track, NF recounts success and shares how he doesn’t fit the classic rapper
	NF & Julia Michaels – GONE
	[Verse 1: NF] / Always saw my glass as / Half empty, it was never full / You were always passive / And I was irresponsible / Didn't have a chance but / We were scared to let things
	NF (Ft. Fleurie) – Mansion
	NF explains in his album promo video that his mind is a mansion. Every song on the album is a different emotion – a different story. NF reminisces on his past mistakes and memories
	NF – HAPPY
	[Verse 1] / Dear God, please / Hear me out, I know it's been a couple years / Since I've reached / Out and said hello, I bet You're wondering / Why I keep / Obsessing on and
	NF – MISTAKE
	[Chorus] / I feel like I'm at a standstill / Waitin' for you to tell me I'm okay / If time heals, tell me, why do I kill / Myself tryna show you I'm not a mistake? / I've got
	NF – Trauma
	“Trauma” is a ballad that NF uses to show a different side to his artistry, contrasting greatly against the dark, powerful hip-hop tracks in his discography. The track itself
	NF – PRIDEFUL
	[Intro] / Woah-oh / Ooh, ooh / Oh-oh, ooh / Ooh / Yeah / [Verse 1] / Feels like I work my hardest when I'm at my lowest / Even unhappy people can have happy moments / Even small
	NF – MAMA
	“MAMA” is the second song in which NF addresses his late mother directly. However, unlike the angry and hurt tone of his April 2016 song “How Could You Leave Us”, “MAMA” is hopeful
	NF – Let You Down
	On “Let You Down,” NF laments the struggles he had earlier in his life, and looking back at himself he felt like he “let himself down.” This track is similar to his songs “Got You
	NF (Ft. Britt Nicole) – Can You Hold Me
	“Can You Hold Me” is the final song from the album Mansion where both NF and featured-vocalist Britt Nicole transparently display their need for comfort and wholeness. In a way
	NF – DRIFTING
	On “DRIFTING”, NF raps about insecurities and lack of self-love. He expresses feeling lost and helpless with no purpose, expanding on the song “Hate Myself” from his 2019 album The
	NF – Therapy Session
	“Therapy Session” is an analysis of NF’s life and mental state. It discusses his growth from being a nobody to performing in front of thousands and giving his listeners music to
	NF – STORY
	“STORY” follows a different approach than NF’s usual songs, on this track we hear Nate narrating a story about a woman named Erin. In the video and song, Erin stops at a gas
	NF & Cordae – CAREFUL
	[Chorus: NF & Cordae] / Stuntin' on me, you get exposed (Woo) / I don't wanna pick, then I buy both (Buy both) / Doesn't go plat', it'll go gold (Go gold) / Keep it upfront, I don'
	NF – Thinking
	“Thinking” is the calm penultimate track off of The Search, where NF reflects on life and his journey to success. Common themes of the album are raised for a final time, such as
	NF (Ft. Tech N9ne) – TRUST
	On “TRUST,” NF teams up with veteran rapper Tech N9ne to deliver introspective bars at a rapid, jaw-dropping speed. The chaotic track showcases both artists lyrical ability across
	NF – Oh Lord
	“Oh Lord” expresses some of Nate’s qualms and observations throughout life and the Christian walk, ultimately asking if God sees what is happening on earth.
	NF – Intro III
	On “Intro III,” NF talks about his old fears and describes the changes he has made to conquer them. At the end of the track, NF realizes that he can’t fully destroy his fear
	NF – Nate
	“Nate” is an introspective track where NF talks to his younger self and gives advice based on what he has experienced since growing up as a person and an artist.

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SongTell Meaning
	Meaning of "Returns" by NF
	"Returns" by NF is a song about overcoming adversity and pushing past limits that have been set upon us by our own insecurities and dreams. It's about purs...
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	"I Miss the Days," a song by NF, is a poignant reflection on the innocence and joy of childhood and a longing to return to a time when life was simpler and...
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	"Nate" by NF is a deeply introspective and personal song in which the artist, NF, takes on the role of an older version of himself, offering guidance and u...

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	NF
	NF (stylized as ИF), real name Nathan Feuerstein (pronounced “fire-STINE”), is a rapper and songwriter from the small town of Gladwin, Michigan. As a child, Nate’s parents went

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Artist: NF Track: Returns

Artist: NF
Track: Returns