Pre-Nump
OutKast Lyrics
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"Yeah?"
"I know we've been together for a long time, right?"
"Yeah"
"Well, I got one question to ask you"
"Yes?"
"Will you marry me?"
"Yes"
"Good, but I got one mo' question"
"Yeah?"
"Will you sign this prenuptial agreement?"
"What?"
"Break"
The lyrics to Outkast's song Pre-Nump tell the story of a man proposing to his partner and then immediately asking her to sign a prenuptial agreement. The song is a commentary on the prevalence of such agreements in modern relationships and the potential implications of putting business before love. The opening lines set the scene for the proposal and the initial excitement is quickly replaced by the unease of the woman upon hearing the man's request for a prenup. The final line of the song, "break," hints at the possible end of the relationship due to this dispute.
The lyrics can be seen as a larger commentary on the state of relationships in modern society. The emphasis placed on financial security over emotional connection is a common theme in many relationships, and the song highlights the potential consequences of placing too much importance on finances. The story told in the song is relatable to many people and can serve as a reminder to carefully consider the implications of a prenup before making any decisions.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, baby
A greeting to a lover
Yeah?
Acknowledgment of the greeting
I know we've been together for a long time, right?
Acknowledgement of the length of their relationship
Yeah
Agreement with the previous statement
Well, I got one question to ask you
Introduction to the first important question
Yes?
Anxious acknowledgment of the question being asked
Will you marry me?
A request for the partner's hand in marriage
Yes
Agreement to the marriage proposal
Good, but I got one mo' question
Introduction to the second important question
Yeah?
Acknowledgment of the question to be asked
Will you sign this prenuptial agreement?
Request for the partner to sign a legal agreement in anticipation of a future divorce
What?
Surprise or confusion at the unexpected request
Break
End of the conversation or interruption of the music
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Antwan Patton, Andre Benjamin, Willie Knighton, David Sheats
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