Wait a Minute
СҰè×éºÏpussycat dolls Lyrics


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Everybody listen all over the world
I got a story 'bout my favorite girl
(Wait a minute)

Oh, my baby sexy for sure
I had to have him when he walked through the door
(Wait a minute)
She was 'bout to drive me insane
She comes with drama while I'm giving her chains
(Wait a minute)

I'm focused, but I'm losing control
He only wants me for my body zone
(Wait a minute)

[Chorus]
Girl, why you do me like that?
You take all my money
Can't even call a player back
(Wait a minute)
Boy, why you tripping like that?
You think 'cause you tricking you get it just like that?
(Wait a minute)

Minding my business
I was doing my dance
Got my attention, so I gave him a chance
(Wait a minute)
Did I mention he was buying a bar?
Gave him my number
He was trying so hard
(Wait a minute)
Bought me some things I didn't want, didn't need
Dropped down his jeans like I'm supposed to drop to my knees
(Wait a minute)
He been blowing up my phone like he know me
Been leaving messages (You know what you owe me)
(Wait a minute)

[Chorus x 2]

What is your problem, daddy?
Slow your roll
Who you think you jiving?
You're disturbing my flow
(Wait a minute)
Why you be bugging
Like I'm some kind of ho?
Got no more questions, and I want you to go
So break
(Break)

Hey, let me talk to you for a minute
Shut up
Shut up

I love the way you strut
Girl, you already know
But I'm feeling like you don't want me
You just after my dough

Baby, please, I'm fine
I'm not one of these hos
Chasing dreams and diamond rings
So don't call me no more
(Wait a minute)

[Chorus x 2]

See, I don't want your money
Yeah, I've seen you rolling up here
In your Cadillac
But I don't need all that
It is a nice color though
(Wait a minute)

What they call you, Mr.?
Tin man or something?
See, I don't want your cars
I don't want your jewelery
You can't buy this
So you can keep that




Wait a minute
Uh yeah, you can give me that back

Overall Meaning

The song "Wait a Minute" by Pussycat Dolls is about a woman's experience with a man who only wants her for her body and money. The lyrics mention how the woman is initially attracted to the man's sexy appearance but soon realizes that he only wants her for material possessions. The chorus sees the woman questioning the man's behavior and motives, feeling used and frustrated by his actions.


Throughout the song, there is a power struggle between the man and the woman. The woman is portrayed as empowered and strong-willed because she refuses to let the man take advantage of her. On the other hand, the man is seen as trying to manipulate and control the situation, but the woman ultimately breaks free from his hold over her.


One interesting fact about the song is that it was written by Timbaland, who also produced the track. It was released as the second single from the Pussycat Dolls' debut album, "PCD," in 2006. Another interesting fact is that the music video for "Wait a Minute" features cameos from Snoop Dogg, Pharrell Williams, and Nick Lachey.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody listen all over the world
I have an important story to tell that everyone needs to hear.


I got a story 'bout my favorite girl (Wait a minute)
I have a tale to share about a special person, but first, let me pause.


Oh, my baby sexy for sure
The person I'm discussing is very attractive.


I had to have him when he walked through the door (Wait a minute)
I was instantly drawn to them upon first encounter, but hold up for a moment.


She was 'bout to drive me insane
They were starting to annoy me greatly.


She comes with drama while I'm giving her chains (Wait a minute)
They bring trouble to my life when I'm treating them well, but let me stop for now.


I'm focused, but I'm losing control
I'm trying to stay on track, but my emotions are getting the best of me.


He only wants me for my body zone (Wait a minute)
They're solely interested in my physicality, but hold on a second.


Girl, why you do me like that?
Why are you treating me poorly?


You take all my money
You're draining me financially.


Can't even call a player back (Wait a minute)
I can't even get in touch with you, but hold on for a moment.


Boy, why you tripping like that?
Why are you acting so erratically?


You think 'cause you tricking you get it just like that? (Wait a minute)
You expect to receive things from me just because you're spending money, but wait a sec.


Minding my business
I was keeping to myself.


I was doing my dance
I was having a good time on my own.


Got my attention, so I gave him a chance (Wait a minute)
They caught my eye, so I decided to give them an opportunity, but hold on for a moment.


Did I mention he was buying a bar?
They were in the process of purchasing a business.


Gave him my number
I offered them my contact information.


He was trying so hard (Wait a minute)
They were putting in a lot of effort, but wait a sec.


Bought me some things I didn't want, didn't need
They purchased gifts for me that I didn't desire or require.


Dropped down his jeans like I'm supposed to drop to my knees (Wait a minute)
They exposed themselves to me and expected a sexual act in return, but hold on for a moment.


He been blowing up my phone like he know me
They've been calling and texting me excessively, as if we're close.


Been leaving messages (You know what you owe me) (Wait a minute)
They've been leaving voicemails reminding me of what they believe I owe them, but hold up for a moment.


What is your problem, daddy?
What is your issue, sir?


Slow your roll
Calm down and take it easy.


Who you think you jiving?
Who do you believe you're fooling?


You're disturbing my flow (Wait a minute)
You're interrupting my thought process and actions, but hold on for a moment.


Why you be bugging
Why are you bothering me?


Like I'm some kind of ho?
As if I'm some type of prostitute?


Got no more questions, and I want you to go
I have no more inquiries, and I would like for you to leave.


So break (Break)
Leave immediately, now.


Hey, let me talk to you for a minute
Can we have a brief conversation?


Shut up
Be quiet and listen.


I love the way you strut
I admire the way you walk with confidence.


Girl, you already know
You're well aware of your attractiveness and appeal.


But I'm feeling like you don't want me
But I sense that you're not truly interested in me.


You just after my dough
You're solely after my money.


Baby, please, I'm fine
I'm doing well and don't need your financial assistance.


I'm not one of these hos
I'm not one of these women who will do anything for money or gifts.


Chasing dreams and diamond rings
Seeking success and material possessions.


So don't call me no more (Wait a minute)
I don't want any further contact from you, but hold on for a moment.


See, I don't want your money
I have no desire for your wealth.


Yeah, I've seen you rolling up here
I'm aware that you drive here frequently.


In your Cadillac
In your fancy car.


But I don't need all that
But those things hold no value to me.


It is a nice color though (Wait a minute)
However, I do appreciate the color of your vehicle, but hold on for a moment.


What they call you, Mr.?
What is your name, sir?


Tin man or something?
A rude nickname, implying they lack a heart or soul.


I don't want your cars
I don't want any of your vehicles.


I don't want your jewelery
I don't want any of your jewelry.


You can't buy this
You can't purchase my love or affection.


So you can keep that
So you can keep all of those possessions that you're using to try and impress me.


Wait a minute
Hold on for a moment.


Uh yeah, you can give me that back
Yes, you can return all of those things to me.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MOSLEY, TIMOTHY Z./LONGMILES, CRAIG A./HILSON, KERI LYNN

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