Kanye West – WHATEVER WORKS (Lyrics)

Read the lyrics and context for WHATEVER WORKS by Kanye West. Produced by Kanye, Jambo, and Sheffmade for the BULLY project.

The lyrics for WHATEVER WORKS by Kanye West provide a look into a narrative of professional evolution and personal reflection. Supporters use these words for singalongs and karaoke sessions to engage with the sharp wit and honest commentary the American artist brings to his verses. West writes about his early days driving a Ford Focus and the transition to meeting with world leaders and monarchs. The songwriting remains direct, utilizing imagery of armored cars and convertible vehicles to anchor the story. This approach reflects his history of using autobiographical details to create a connection with an audience that has followed his journey for over two decades.

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Produced by Kanye West, Jambo & Sheffmade
March 28, 2026
1 song, 2 minutes
℗ 2026 YZY/gamma.

Lyrics

[Intro]
I always wish you would s—
I always wish you would stop and—

[Chorus]
Had a change of heart, I felt different at first
Lot of pain, lot of hurt, but still, could’ve been worse
In a big city, in pole position, when you reverse
She had that new convertible, the Lil Uzi Vert
Down payment on the cars that you love went on her purse
Go to work or whatever she said, whatever works

[Verse]
Unemployed, early in the story, I was startin’ off
Had the Ford Focus before I couldn’t afford a car
Now she finna throw it like she do it for an Audemar
Meetin’ with some ministers and kings, I was noddin’ off
Haven’t seen a king that was royal as my daughters are
All fallin’ for the fake news, man, I’m loggin’ off
They sent shots while we spin blocks in an armored car
Now they want the tea ’cause it’s pipin’ hot
Life gave me lemons, made an Arnold Palmer on the rocks
I feel like Arnold Schwarzenegger
Contract terminator on the spot
They wanna back and forth, I’d rather not
Yeezy airbags when I’m crashin’ out
They gon’ hate it with a passion now, I love it
Man

[Chorus]
Had a change of heart, I felt different at first
Lot of pain, lot of hurt, but still, could’ve been worse, man
It still could’ve been worse
In a big city, in pole position, when you reverse
She had that new convertible, the Lil Uzi Vert
Down payment on the cars that you love went on her purse
Go to work or whatever she said, whatever works, works

[Outro]
Whatever works, works
Uh, whatever works, works
Whatever works, works
Whatever works, works
Whatever works, works
Whatever works, works
Whatever works, works
Whatever works, works