6lack is currently signed to Love Renaissance and Interscope Records. He is also a member of the Atlanta-Baltimore music collective Spillage Village, founded by EarthGang and JID. 6lack has received three Grammy Award nominations and has won an MTV Video Music Award.
Pretty Little Fears Feat. J. Cole
6LACK Lyrics
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You better? Been around
Like hella propellers
Wanna know who you with
Don't tell him
Come on fellas, that ain't none of your biz'
Got on your bodysuit, you know I'm on your ass today
Would you let me hit it thrice if I asked today?
I'll be swinging it back and forth, 'til you in your casket, bae
Mmm, girl you want my best side, mmm
Bet you from the West Side, mmm, mmm
Now I just wanna know
Don't just sugar coat
Or say it all if you want
Now could you tell me like it is?
Pretty little fears
Music to my ears
Okay, say it loud, say it proud, you wanted more
We open door, hit the couch, then on floor
I cut it all, like a scissor, love galore
She never bored, there's so much that we can do
You free to say whatever baby if you asking me
No limit when I'm in it, got a master piece
I'm hoping I don't get a fast release
Got me focused like I'm out here tryna get my mast to sea, mmm
Throwing out the peace sign, mmm
Girl, I'm from the East Side, mmm, mmm
Girl, you want my best side, mmm
Bet you from the West Side, mmm, mmm
Now I just wanna know
Don't just sugar coat
Or say it all if you want
Now could you tell me like it is?
Pretty little fears
Music to my ears
Now I just wanna know
Don't just sugar coat
Or say it all if you want
Now could you tell me like it is?
Pretty little fears
Music to my ears
I'm loving your light, vulnerable
Letting your guard down is honorable
'Specially when the past ain't been that friendly to you, but there's magic in that
You the flower that I gotta protect
And keep alive in the wintertime, hey, don't you die yet
You been way more than a friend of mine, we more like fam
I raised you, you raised me, let's turn this whole life 'round
You can confide in me
I can take the weight up off your shoulder blades and try to store the pain inside of me
Like, why the world do you like that?
Like they don't know you, God sent, but me, I view you like that
I'm sneaking glances, thanking God that he drew you like that
Beautiful black child, come and shed your black cloud
For your vibe and your smile I don't mind a lil' rain
I'm your dog, ears perk up at the sound of your name
Counting your main, wildfire, can't handle your flame
Download your strain, wild high, come drown in your fragrance
You that red pill that a nigga found in Matrix
Before I had you this shit was fantasy
You plant a seed, it grows some roots, a branch and leaves
Becomes a tree of life until our nights are filled
With peace from stress and strife
And that's the blessin' that I get from wifing you
'Cause you entrusted me with the key to your heartbeat, and you smart
'Cause even though I need a new start
Due to my past transgressions you believed in me
I guess the light I see in you is what you see in me, Lord
Bet she from the West Side, mmm
And she see my Best Side, mmm, mmm
Now I just wanna know
Don't just sugar coat
Or say it all if you want
Now could you tell me like it is?
Pretty little fears
Music to my ears
The song Pretty Little Fears by 6LACK is an ode to a woman who is both vulnerable and strong. The artist talks about wanting to know the truth about her feelings and desires, without any pretense or sugar-coating. He hints at a sexual attraction between them, but also acknowledges her worth as a person beyond her physical attributes. In the second verse, he opens up about his own past mistakes and how the woman has still chosen to believe in him. The chorus repeats, emphasizing that he values honesty and vulnerability above all else.
One interesting fact about the song is that it features guest vocals from J. Cole, who delivers a verse about his own struggles with relationships and the importance of honesty. The song was also written and produced by a collective called Singawd, which includes 6LACK, J. Cole, and a group of their frequent collaborators.
Another interesting aspect of the song is its use of metaphor and imagery. The title itself, Pretty Little Fears, evokes a sense of delicacy and vulnerability, and this theme is continued throughout the lyrics. The artist compares the woman to a flower that he wants to protect, and talks about the magic he sees in her despite the hardships she has faced. The repeated references to the East and West sides of town creates a sense of place and belonging that adds to the emotional depth of the song.
Overall, Pretty Little Fears is a complex and thoughtful exploration of love and intimacy, that balances physical desire with emotional connection. Its catchy melody and memorable hooks have made it one of 6LACK's most popular songs to date.
Chords: G#m, B, F#, C# (transposed from the original key of A#m)
Line by Line Meaning
Do better, who better?
Is there anyone who can do better than me?
You better? Been around
Have you been around and experienced enough to be better?
Like hella propellers
I've been really active and busy like the spinning blades of a helicopter.
Wanna know who you with
I want to know who you are with.
Don't tell him
Please don't tell him about us.
Come on fellas, that ain't none of your biz'
Guys, it's not your business, don't tell anyone.
Got on your bodysuit, you know I'm on your ass today
You're wearing that sexy bodysuit, and I am all over you today.
Would you let me hit it thrice if I asked today?
Would you let me have sex with you three times if I ask you today?
She know my stick nothin' but magic bae
She knows that my penis is nothing but magic, babe.
I'll be swinging it back and forth, 'til you in your casket, bae
I'll keep having sex with you aggressively until the day you die, babe.
Mmm, girl you want my best side, mmm
You want to see the best version of me.
Bet you from the West Side, mmm, mmm
I bet you are from the western part of the town.
Okay, say it loud, say it proud, you wanted more
Be open and honest, don't hold back if you want more from me.
We open door, hit the couch, then on floor
We can explore all kinds of sex positions on the couch and even on the floor.
I cut it all, like a scissor, love galore
I make sure to remove all of your panties, and we make love until we are satisfied.
She never bored, there's so much that we can do
We always have something to do together, and she never gets bored of me.
You free to say whatever baby if you asking me
You can say whatever you want to me, babe.
No limit when I'm in it, got a master piece
I have no limits when it comes to sex, and I am a master of it.
I'm hoping I don't get a fast release
I hope I don't ejaculate too quickly during sex.
Got me focused like I'm out here tryna get my mast to sea, mmm
You got me so focused just like when sailors try to set their mast to sea.
Throwing out the peace sign, mmm
I am flashing the peace sign to show that we are peaceful and happy.
Girl, I'm from the East Side, mmm, mmm
I am from the eastern side of the town.
I'm loving your light, vulnerable
I am in love with your softness and vulnerability.
Letting your guard down is honorable
It is admirable that you let go of your defenses and trust me.
'Specially when the past ain't been that friendly to you, but there's magic in that
Especially when you've had a tough past, there is something magical in your vulnerability and openness.
You the flower that I gotta protect
You are a delicate flower that I need to take care of and protect.
And keep alive in the wintertime, hey, don't you die yet
I need to keep you alive and happy even when the times are harsh and cold.
You been way more than a friend of mine, we more like fam
You are more than just my friend; we are family to each other.
I raised you, you raised me, let's turn this whole life 'round
We have supported and helped each other grow as individuals, so let's change our lives together.
You can confide in me
You can open up to me and tell me anything.
I can take the weight up off your shoulder blades and try to store the pain inside of me
I can help you bear the burden of your problems and try to absorb some of your pain into myself.
Like, why the world do you like that?
Why is the world treating you like that?
Like they don't know you, God sent, but me, I view you like that
The world doesn't see you as the God-sent person that I see you as.
I'm sneaking glances, thanking God that he drew you like that
I keep looking at you and silently thanking God for creating such a beautiful person like you.
Beautiful black child, come and shed your black cloud
You are a beautiful and strong black person, and you should get rid of any negativity surrounding you.
For your vibe and your smile I don't mind a lil' rain
Your positive energy and smile are so infectious that I can endure any difficulties with you.
I'm your dog, ears perk up at the sound of your name
I am always attentive to you and paying attention to your every word and move.
Counting your main, wildfire, can't handle your flame
I'm amazed and overwhelmed by your beauty and passion.
Download your strain, wild high, come drown in your fragrance
I want to indulge myself in your beauty and scent.
You that red pill that a nigga found in Matrix
You are the one who showed me the truth in life like the red pill in The Matrix movie.
Before I had you this shit was fantasy
Before I met you, all of this seemed like a dream, too good to be true.
You plant a seed, it grows some roots, a branch and leaves
You have planted a seed of love between us, which has grown and spread its roots, giving birth to branches and leaves of our strong relationship.
Becomes a tree of life until our nights are filled
This tree of love becomes the tree of life, giving us the blissful and peaceful nights.
With peace from stress and strife
We feel complete and calm from all the anxiety and troubles.
And that's the blessin' that I get from wifing you
This is the true blessing I have received from marrying you.
'Cause you entrusted me with the key to your heartbeat, and you smart
You are wise to entrust me with the key to your heart, and I will keep it as the most precious thing in the world.
'Cause even though I need a new start
Though I need to start a new life, I will not forget the love we shared.
Due to my past transgressions you believed in me
Even after all my mistakes in the past, you believed in me, and I will not disappoint you.
I guess the light I see in you is what you see in me, Lord
I see the divine light in you, and that is what you see in me, Lord.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jakob Rabitsch, Jermaine Cole, Ricardo Valdez Valentine, Tyler Matthew Carl Williams
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