Take Care
#Drake Lyrics


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I know you've been hurt by someone else
I can tell by the way you carry yourself
If you let me, here's what I'll do
I'll take care of you (I'll take, I'll take)
I've loved and I've lost

I've asked about you and they told me things
But my mind didn't change and I still feel the same
What's a life with no fun? Please, don't be so ashamed
I've had mine, you've had yours, we both know, we know
They won't get you like I will, my only wish is I die real
'Cause that truth hurts and those lies heal
And you can't sleep thinking that he lies still
So you cry still, tears all on the pillowcase
Big girls all get a little taste, ah
Pushing me away so I give her space, ah
Dealing with a heart that I didn't break
I'll be there for you, I will care for you
I keep thinking you just don't know
Tryna run from that, say you done with that
On your face, girl, it just don't show
When you're ready, just say you're ready
When all the baggage just ain't as heavy
And the party's over, just don't forget me
We'll change the pace and we'll just go slow
You won't ever have to worry, you won't ever have to hide
And you've seen all my mistakes, so look me in my eyes

'Cause if you let me, here's what I'll do
I'll take care of you (I'll take, I'll take)
I've loved and I've lost

Yeah
It's my birthday, I'll get high if I want to
Can't deny that I want you, but I'll lie if I have to
'Cause you don't say you love me
To your friends when they ask you
Even though we both know that you do, you do
One time, been in love one time
You and all your girls in the club one time
All so convinced that you're following your heart
'Cause your mind don't control what it does sometimes
We all have our nights, though, don't be so ashamed
I've had mine, you've had yours, we both know, we know
You hate being alone, well you ain't the only one
You hate the fact that you bought the dream
And they sold you one
And you love your friends, but somebody should've told you some'
To save you, instead, they say

Don't tell me, I don't care
If you hurt, I don't tell you
You don't care, it feels true
Don't tell me, I don't care
If you hurt, I don't tell you
You don't care, it feels true

I know you've been hurt by someone else
I can tell by the way you carry yourself
If you let me, here's what I'll do




I'll take care of you (I'll take, I'll take)
I've loved and I've lost

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Drake’s song “Take Care” is a declaration of love and support for someone who has been hurt by someone else. The opening lines, “I know you’ve been hurt by someone else, I can tell by the way you carry yourself,” show how observant the singer is of the other person’s emotions. He then offers to take care of them, showing both his concern and his willingness to be there for the other person.


As the song progresses, the singer recounts his own experiences with love and loss, reassuring the other person that they are not alone in their pain. The line “And you can’t sleep thinking that he lies still, so you cry still, tears all in the pillowcase,” shows how deep the hurt can be, and the singer’s promise to be there for the other person is a source of comfort.


The lyrics also reveal the complicated nature of relationships, as the singer acknowledges the difficulties that come with trying to follow one’s heart. Being hurt and feeling ashamed are common emotions when trying to navigate love and relationships, and the singer’s understanding of these feelings reinforces his offer to take care of the other person.


Overall, the song “Take Care” is a powerful expression of love, understanding, and support. It shows how important it is to be there for someone who has been hurt, to offer reassurance and comfort, and to be a source of strength in difficult times.


Line by Line Meaning

I know you've been hurt by someone else
I understand that someone else has hurt you in the past


I can tell by the way you carry yourself
It's evident from your demeanor


If you let me, here's what I'll do
Allow me to make things better


I'll take care of you
I'll be there to support you


I've loved and I've lost
I've had both successful and unsuccessful relationships


I've asked about you and they've told me things
I've inquired about you and received information from others


But my mind didn't change
However, my feelings towards you remained the same


I still the feel the same
I still have the same emotions towards you


What's a life with no fun, please don't be so ashamed
Life would be boring without any enjoyment, don't feel embarrassed


I've had mine, you've had yours we both know
We've both had experiences with pleasure and pain


We know, they don't get you like I will
We understand each other better than anyone else does


My only wish is I die real
I hope to be genuine until the end


'Cause that truth hurts, and those lies heal
The truth may be painful, but lies can be comforting


And you can't sleep thinking that he lies still
You can't rest knowing he's lying beside you


So you cry still, tears all in the pillow case
You still cry yourself to sleep with tears on your pillow


Big girls all get a little taste
Even strong women have moments of vulnerability


Pushing me away so I give her space
You're pushing me away, so I'm giving you some room


Dealing with a heart that I didn't break
I'm dealing with the aftermath of someone else's damage to your heart


I'll be there for you, I will care for you
I will support and take care of you


I keep thanking you, just don't know
I keep thanking you for not giving up on me, but I don't fully comprehend why


Trying to run from that, say you're done with that
You try to escape the pain and convince yourself that you're over it


On your face girl, it just don't show
You try to mask your emotions on your face, but it's not working


When you're ready, just say you're ready
Take your time, let me know when you're ready to move forward


When all the baggage just ain't as heavy
When you're able to let go of some of the burdens from your past


And the parties over, just don't forget me
When the fun ends, remember me


We'll change the pace and we'll just go slow
We can take things slower and at a more relaxed pace


You won't ever have to worry
You won't need to be concerned


You won't ever have to hide
You won't need to conceal anything


And you seen all my mistakes
You've observed all of my missteps


So look me in my eyes
Make eye contact with me


'Cause if you let me, here's what I'll do
If you allow me, I'll take care of you


It's my birthday, I get high if I want to
It's my special day, and I can indulge if I choose


Can't deny that I want you, but I lie if have to
I can't deny my feelings for you, but I'll pretend if necessary


'Cause you don't say you love me
Because you don't express your love for me


To your friends when they ask you
When your friends question your feelings towards me


Even though we both know that you do (you do)
Despite the fact that we both know you love me


One time, been in love one time
You've been in love only once


You and all your girls in the club one time
You and your friends were out together at a club one time


All so convinced that you're following your heart
All of you were certain that you were following your hearts


'Cause your mind don't control what it does sometimes
Because sometimes your heart overpowers your mind


We all have our nights though, don't be so ashamed
We all have moments of weakness, don't feel embarrassed


You hate being alone, you ain't the only one
You dislike being by yourself, but you're not the only one


You hate the fact that you bought the dream
You're upset that you were misled by false hopes


And they sold you one
And someone convinced you to buy it




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brook Benton, Aubrey Drake Graham, Noah James Shebib, Anthony George Palman, James Thomas Smith, Herbert Weiner, Wally Gold, John R Gluck

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[Rihanna]
Know you’ve been hurt by someone else
I can tell by the way you carry yourself
If you let me, here’s what I’ll do
I’ll take care of you
I’ve loved and I’ve lost

[Drake]
I’ve asked about you and they told me things
But my mind didn’t change
And I still feel the same
What's a life with no fun, please don’t be so ashamed
I’ve had mine, you’ve had yours we both know
We know, they don’t get you like I will
My only wish is I die real
Cause that truth hurts, and those lies heal
And you can’t sleep thinking that he lies still
So you cry still, tears all in the pillow case
Big girls all get a little taste
Pushing me away so I give her space
Dealing with a heart that I didn’t break
I’ll be there for you, I will care for you
I keep thinking you just don’t know
Trying to run from that, say you’re done with that
On your face girl, it just don’t show
When you’re ready, just say you’re ready
When all the baggage just ain’t as heavy
And the parties over, just don’t forget me
We’ll change the pace and we'll just go slow
You won’t ever have to worry,
You won’t ever have to hide
You've seen all my mistakes
So look me in my eyes

[Rihanna]
Cause if you let me, here’s what I’ll do
I’ll take care of you
I’ve loved and I’ve lost

[Drake]
Yeah
It’s my birthday, I'll get high if I want to
Can’t deny that I want you, but I'll lie if I have to
Cause you don’t say you love me
To your friends when they ask you
Even though we both know that you do (you do)
One time, been in love one time
You and all your girls in the club one time
All so convinced that you’re following your heart
Cause your mind don’t control what it does sometimes
We all have our nights though, don’t be so ashamed
I’ve had mine, you’ve had yours, we both know
We know, you hate being alone
You ain’t the only one
You hate the fact that you bought the dream
And they sold you one
You love your friends but somebody shoulda told you somin’ to save you

Instead they say,
Don't tell me, I don't care
If you hurt, I don't tell you
You don't care, if your true

Don't tell me, I don't care
If you hurt, I don't tell you
You don't care, if your true

[Rihanna]
Know you’ve been hurt by someone else
I can tell by the way you carry yourself
If you let me, here’s what I’ll do
I’ll take care of you
I’ve loved and I’ve lost



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