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Take What You Want
Post Malone Lyrics


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(Yeah) oh
(Yeah)

I feel you crumble in my arms down to your heart of stone
You bled me dry just like the tears you never show
Why don't you take what you want from me?
Take what you need from me
Take what you want and go
Why don't you take what you want from me?
Take what you need from me
Take what you want and go

I never needed anything from you
And all I ever asked was for the truth (all I ever asked was for)
You showed your tongue and it was forked in two
Your venom was lethal, I almost believed you (almost believed you)
Yeah, you preyed on my every mistake
Waited on me to break, held me under hopin' I would drown
Like a plague, I was wasting away
Tryna find my way out, find my way out (find my way out)

And it finally came the day
I start giving my heart away
For Heaven sakes, my bones will break
But you never own my soul, no

I feel you crumble in my arms down to your heart of stone
You bled me dry just like the tears you never show
Why don't you take what you want from me?
Take what you need from me
Take what you want and go
Why don't you take what you want from me?
Take what you need from me
Take what you want and go

I took them stones you threw, made chains for the crew (ice)
I brought up ten hoes, this coupe only made for two (yeah)
They all ran through it, it ain't nothing left to do
I need some more reasons to live out this evening (straight up)
I've been sippin' forever and just taking whatever
Hoping, thinking whenever you'll be back around
Let's go our ways, whichever
You say how is however long
'Cause you know I never be alone

Love (yeah)
Shorty gon' back (shorty gon' back)
Need it on sight (need it on sight)
Crack it all back (crack it all back)
Give her that pipe (give her that pipe)
All of my cash (all of my cash)
Shawty went bad (shawty went bad)

I feel you crumble in my arms down to your heart of stone
You bled me dry just like the tears you never show
Why don't you take what you want from me?
Take what you need from me
Take what you want and go
Why don't you take what you want from me?
Take what you need from me
Take what you want and go

Take it all away
Why don't you (take what you want, take what you need)
Take what you need from me, yeah
(Take what you want)
Why don't you (take what you need)
(What you need, yeah)

Overall Meaning

The song "Take What You Want" is a hauntingly beautiful melody by Post Malone featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Travis Scott. The lyrics of the song are said to allude to the breakdown of Post Malone's previous relationships with fake friends and hangers-on. Lines like "I never needed anything from you," and "all I ever asked was for the truth" highlights the emotional turmoil of trusting the wrong people, and being let down time and time again.


Osbourne's contribution to the song, with his distinctive vocals, adds depth and meaning to the lyrics. With lines like "You bled me dry just like the tears you never show" and "your venom was lethal, I almost believed you," he sings about the pain and heartbreak of being manipulated by someone you care about. Post Malone's verse highlights his apprehension towards trusting new people, who might turn out to be no different from the ones he once knew. Travis Scott's verse seems like a promise to heal and cope up with the pain, regardless of the circumstance.


The lyrics of "Take What You Want" can be interpreted in many different ways, and are undoubtedly relatable to anyone who has been through a similar experience of betrayal and heartbreak.


Line by Line Meaning

(Yeah) oh
Beginning the song with an exclamation expressing the singer's emotions.


I feel you crumble in my arms down to your heart of stone
The singer feels the other's vulnerability, despite putting on a facade.


You bled me dry just like the tears you never show
The other took the singer's emotions until they were exhausted, but never showed their own.


Why don't you take what you want from me?
The singer invites the other to take what they want from them, indicating a lack of usefulness.


Take what you need from me
The singer emphasizes that the other should take what they need, not just want.


Take what you want and go
The singer wants the other to take what they want and leave, indicating a desire to move on.


I never needed anything from you
The singer declares not needing anything from the other person.


And all I ever asked was for the truth (all I ever asked was for)
The singer emphasizes the importance of honesty in their interactions.


You showed your tongue and it was forked in two
The other was deceptive and dishonest.


Your venom was lethal, I almost believed you (almost believed you)
The other's lies were convincing and had a dangerous effect on the singer.


Yeah, you preyed on my every mistake
The other took advantage of the singer's weaknesses.


Waited on me to break, held me under hopin' I would drown
The other held the singer back from reaching their full potential.


Like a plague, I was wasting away
The singer was deteriorating under the other's influence.


Tryna find my way out, find my way out (find my way out)
The singer was trying to break free from the other's hold.


And it finally came the day
The singer reached a breaking point where they decided to move on.


I start giving my heart away
The singer is ready to open themselves up to others again.


For Heaven sakes, my bones will break
The singer is willing to endure hardship for love.


But you never own my soul, no
The singer refuses to give the other complete control over themself.


I took them stones you threw, made chains for the crew (ice)
The singer turned the other's negativity into something positive for their friends and allies.


I brought up ten hoes, this coupe only made for two (yeah)
The singer is sharing their success with friends, even if it means overloading a small space.


They all ran through it, it ain't nothing left to do
The singer's friends have enjoyed and used up the resources they provided for them.


I need some more reasons to live out this evening (straight up)
The singer seeks more motivation or purpose to continue living into the night.


I've been sippin' forever and just taking whatever
The singer has been numbing themselves with alcohol and taking whatever life gives them.


Hoping, thinking whenever you'll be back around
The singer is still hoping for the other's return despite knowing it's unlikely.


Let's go our ways, whichever
The singer suggests moving on and going separate ways.


You say how is however long
The singer acknowledges the uncertainty of the future.


'Cause you know I never be alone
Despite wanting to move on, the singer admits they'll always carry memories of the other with them.


Love (yeah)
The singer reaffirms their commitment to love.


Shorty gon' back (shorty gon' back)
The singer refers to a woman returning to them.


Need it on sight (need it on sight)
The singer craves intimacy with this woman.


Crack it all back (crack it all back)
The singer and woman are indulging in drugs.


Give her that pipe (give her that pipe)
The singer is providing the woman with drugs to smoke.


All of my cash (all of my cash)
The singer is spending a lot of money on this lifestyle.


Shawty went bad (shawty went bad)
The singer is aware that this woman is engaging in reckless behavior.


Take it all away
The singer is willing to give everything up for love.


Why don't you (take what you want, take what you need)
The singer is still inviting the other to take what they want and need.


Take what you need from me, yeah
The singer emphasizes that the other can take what they need, even if it means leaving them.


(Take what you want)
The singer repeats their invitation to the other to take what they want.


Why don't you (take what you need)
The singer emphasizes that the other should take what they need.


(What you need, yeah)
The singer reiterates the importance of the other taking what they truly need, even if the singer is hurt in the process.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Andrew Wotman, Austin Richard Post, Billy Walsh, Jacques Webster, John Osbourne, Louis Russell Bell

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@AnthonyDark

Ozzy's voice is so unique. He doesn't get the credit he deserves. Godfather of Metal, Prince of Darkness, absolute Legend!

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