Why Should I Be Sad
СÌðÌð²¼À¼ÄÝBritney Spears Lyrics
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But I was so committed
My life was so restricted for you
I just told them set of lies
Couldn't see what's on inside
Thought there'd be real panic for you
Exchanged my vows
Woman, let's prepare to fall
Even, screaming did it for you
(Remember it?)
My friends said you would play me
But I just said they're crazy
While I was crying, praying
Was it true?
Well, should I be sad?
Heaven knows
From the stupid freaking things that you do
(Stupid freaking things)
Or should I get bad or sad
Who knows?
Just take it all
As a sign that we're through
Goodbye
It's time for me to move along
(Goodbye)
It's time for me to get it on
(OK)
I'm tired of singing sad songs
(All right)
It's time for me
(Britney, let's go)
I sent you to Vegas
With a pocket roll of paper
Don't put no ultimatums on you
I thought what could separate us
But it just seemed to break us
Only brought the playa part of you
(Hey baby, what's your name?)
Lavish homes and fancy cars
Even got the drop Ferrari
Filled up our garage for you
Made your choice with all the teams
People let us in magazines
Tell me who'd I do that for, who?
Why should I be sad?
Heaven knows
From the stupid freaking things that you do
(Stupid freaking things)
Or should I get bad or sad
Who knows?
Just take it all
As a sign that we're through
Goodbye
It's time for me to move along
(Goodbye)
It's time for me to get it on
(OK)
I'm tired of singing sad songs
(All right)
It's time for me
(Britney, let's go)
It's time for me to move along
(Goodbye)
It's time for me to get it on
(OK)
I'm tired of singing sad songs
(All right)
It's time for me
(Britney, let's go)
And don't you worry
About our angels
(All the magazines trying to analyze
Seeing things in the Us subsection)
There'll get good guidance
And be trained well
Don't worry I'll keep a little secret
When I ask this question
Why should I be sad?
Heaven knows
From the stupid freaking things that you do
(Stupid freaking things)
Why should I get back the sack?
Who knows?
Just take it all
As a sign that we're through
Goodbye
It's time for me to move along
(Goodbye)
It's time for me to get it on
(OK)
I'm tired of singing sad songs
(All right)
It's time for me
(Britney, let's go)
It's time for me to move along
(Goodbye)
It's time for me to get it on
(OK)
I'm tired of singing sad songs
(All right)
It's time for me
(Britney, let's go)
Yeah
Baby, come on
The song Why Should I Be Sad by Britney Spears is about a relationship that has ended, and the singer is questioning why she should be sad about it. The lyrics describe how the singer was fully committed to the relationship, and how she was willing to do anything for her partner, including lying to her friends about their relationship. The singer also mentions how her friends warned her that her partner would play her, but she didn't believe them. As the relationship ended, the singer mentions how she had sent her partner to Vegas with a lot of money, and how she had made many sacrifices for the relationship.
The chorus repeats the question of whether or not the singer should be sad about the end of the relationship, and she ultimately decides that it is time to move on and start a new chapter in her life.
The song can be interpreted as a reflection of Britney Spears' own experiences in relationships, which have often been portrayed in the media. It is also a commentary on the societal pressure to be unhappy after a relationship ends, even if it may have been for the best.
Line by Line Meaning
They couldn't believe I did it
Others didn't think I had it in me
But I was so committed
I was fully dedicated to my actions
My life was so restricted for you
I sacrificed a lot for you
I just told them set of lies
I covered up the truth with lies
Couldn't see what's on inside
They couldn't see past the surface of my actions
Thought there'd be real panic for you
I expected a strong reaction from you
Exchanged my vows
I made a commitment to you
And said it all
I expressed all my feelings
Woman, let's prepare to fall
Let's take risks together
Even, screaming did it for you
I was ready to go to extremes for you
My friends said you would play me
My friends warned me that you would hurt me
But I just said they're crazy
I dismissed their warnings as unfounded
While I was crying, praying
I was emotional and hoping for the best
Was it true?
I wondered if my friends were right
Well, should I be sad?
Do I have a reason to be upset?
Heaven knows
Only a higher power could truly understand
From the stupid freaking things that you do
Your foolish actions are the cause of my distress
Or should I get bad or sad
Should I take revenge or grieve?
Who knows?
I don't have the answer
Just take it all
Accept everything as it is
As a sign that we're through
As a signal that our relationship is over
Goodbye
Farewell
It's time for me to move along
I need to move on from this situation
It's time for me to get it on
I'm ready to live my life again
I'm tired of singing sad songs
I'm tired of being miserable
Britney, let's go
I'm ready for a new start
I sent you to Vegas
I gave you a chance to enjoy yourself
With a pocket roll of paper
I gave you money to have fun with
Don't put no ultimatums on you
I didn't want to limit you
I thought what could separate us
I couldn't imagine anything coming between us
But it just seemed to break us
Our relationship fell apart despite my efforts
Only brought the playa part of you
You only showed me your player side
Lavish homes and fancy cars
We had a life of luxury
Even got the drop Ferrari
We owned an exclusive sports car
Filled up our garage for you
Our garage was filled with expensive cars for you
Made your choice with all the teams
You were involved in multiple relationships
People let us in magazines
We were a celebrity couple in the media
Tell me who'd I do that for, who?
Who did I do all this for?
And don't you worry
Don't stress
About our angels
About our children
There'll get good guidance
They'll receive proper guidance
And be trained well
And they'll be well-prepared
Don't worry I'll keep a little secret
I have something to keep between us
Why should I get back the sack?
Why should I give in to my emotions?
Yeah
Yes
Baby, come on
Let's go
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., SONGS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: PHARRELL WILLIAMS
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