: It debuted at #1 on the US iTunes sales chart , even beating out mainstream hits like The Weeknd's "Blinding Lights".
The track is noted for its and complex technicality: NF - Paid My Dues (Lyrics)
Despite being a surprise drop, the song was a major commercial hit: : It debuted at #1 on the US
: Reviewers highlight his ability to shift between multiple cadences seamlessly throughout the song. NF - Paid My Dues (Lyrics)
: NF uses his trademark "fast-flow" style, particularly in the later verses where his delivery becomes breathless and high-gear.
: While defensive, the lyrics remain vulnerable. He describes his internal battles as "poison" that has "killed me twice" and notes that critics often "throw salt at all my burdens".