Best One
Anderson .Paak Lyrics


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Never knew a love stronger
(Ooh, ooh)
(Down in the rain called love) Yeah, yeah

Best love, yes love
By far
Best love, that's my lady
You love me like you knew I could be leaving in a moment's notice
You telling me to stay until the morning
You know a nigga homeless
You give me everything inside the showroom
Your old school trophies
You used to work the small forward
Now you working corporate, dipping in a sports whip

I hope I never have to cut you off (best love)
You my best one (yes love)
By far
I love it, yeah (best love, that's my lady)

I think she could be in it for the long run
My niggas said I'm on one, uh
I never knew a love stronger
My heart is a great big boulder
Hey, you fuck me like you know
This could be something like your very last moment
I could leave it at the drop of a Fedora
But damn it girl I want you

I hope I never have to cut you off (best love)
You my best one (yes love)
By far, yeah (by far)
I love it, yeah (best love, that's my lady)

Best love, yes love (I love it)
By far (yeah)
Best love, that's my lady (yeah)

I hope I never have to cut you off (best love)
Swear to God (yes love)
By far (by far)
I love it, said (best love, that's my lady)

You with me but you know I could be (best love)
(Yes love, by far)
Yeah (I love it best love, that's my lady)

Say, you with me but you know that I could do it by my lonely (best love)
(Yes love, by far)
You fix a nigga cheese grits and cornbread
You know a nigga hungry (best love, that's my lady)

(Best love) I swear to God
(Yes love, by far)
(Best love, that's my lady)
(Best love) I swear to God
(Yes love, by far)
(Best love, that's my lady) Yeah

She's such a show off (best love)
She's such a cold one (yes love)
She know she go so hard, yeah (by far)
She's such a star, ay (best love, that's my lady)
She's such a show off (best love)
She knew she go so hard (yes love)
She's such a cold one (by far)
She's such a star, yeah (best love, that's my lady)

You know what? I ain't even mad at you
'Cause you a hoe




I knew you was a hoe before you moved up here
I shouldn't have never let you live in my house

Overall Meaning

The song “Best One” by Anderson .Paak is a tribute to a strong and enduring love between two people. The lyrics describe a deep connection between the singer and his partner, someone who is with him through thick and thin. He acknowledges her commitment to him and the sacrifices she’s made in their relationship, stating that she loves him “like you knew I could be leaving in a moment’s notice”. Despite the possibility that he may have to cut ties with her in the future, he hopes he never has to let her go.


Throughout the song, Anderson .Paak marvels at the strength of the feelings he has for his partner. He uses phrases like “best love, yes love” and “she’s such a show off, she’s such a cold one” to convey the intensity of his emotions. He expresses his gratitude for her loyalty and support, acknowledging “you fix a nigga cheese grits and cornbread, you know a nigga hungry”. Ultimately, the song is a celebration of the profound love they share and the depth of their connection.


The lyrics of “Best One” are a testament to the enduring power of love. Anderson .Paak’s portrayal of a relationship built on mutual respect, support, and unwavering commitment is a reflection of his own deeply held beliefs about love and partnership. The song is a beautiful tribute to the strength of the human heart and the power of love to sustain us through the toughest challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

Never knew a love stronger
The love he has for his lady is so strong that he has never experienced anything like it before.


Best love, yes love
He considers his love for her to be the best and most genuine love he has ever felt.


By far
This love is so much better than anything else he's felt before that he can confidently say it's the best by far.


Best love, that's my lady
His lady is the one who he loves with all his heart and considers to be his best love.


You love me like you knew I could be leaving in a moment's notice
She treats him with so much love and affection as if she knows that he could leave at any moment.


You telling me to stay until the morning
She wants him to stay with her until the morning, reflecting her love for him and desire to spend time with him.


You know a nigga homeless
She understands his situation and cares for him despite any difficulties he may be facing in life.


You give me everything inside the showroom
She provides him with all the care and attention that he deserves in a metaphorical showroom setting.


Your old school trophies
She has seen his accomplishments in the past and is just as proud of them as he is.


You used to work the small forward
She knows what he used to do and cares about all aspects of his past.


Now you working corporate, dipping in a sports whip
Not only does she support his past, but she also supports his present as she acknowledges his job and car.


I hope I never have to cut you off (best love)
He never wants to break up with her as he loves her so much that he considers her to be his best love.


You my best one (yes love)
He confirms that she is the one who he loves the most.


I think she could be in it for the long run
He believes that she has a strong potential to last in their relationship for a long time.


My niggas said I'm on one, uh
His friends have noticed his love for her and support his emotions for her.


My heart is a great big boulder
His love for her is as strong and unwavering as a giant boulder.


Hey, you fuck me like you know
She has sex with him as if she knows that it could be their last time, emphasizing how much she treasures their moments together.


This could be something like your very last moment
Similar to the last point, she treats their moments together with great care and affection, as if it could be their last opportunity.


I could leave it at the drop of a Fedora
He recognizes that he could leave their relationship at any time, but he doesn't want to because of how much he loves her.


But damn it girl I want you
He wants to stay with her and continue their loving relationship as he truly enjoys being with her.


Swear to God (yes love)
He is so sure about his love for her that he's willing to swear by it.


You fix a nigga cheese grits and cornbread
She cares about him enough to make him a meal, demonstrating her love and thoughtfulness.


You know a nigga hungry (best love, that's my lady)
She's attentive to his needs and wants to ensure he has enough food to eat, reinforcing her loving and caring nature.


She's such a show off (best love)
She takes pride in expressing her love publicly and being admired for it, emphasizing how much she cares for him.


She's such a cold one (yes love)
She can come across as indifferent or detached, but he knows that deep down she truly loves him.


She know she go so hard, yeah (by far)
She works hard for him and their relationship, making her the best love he's ever experienced.


She's such a star, ay (best love, that's my lady)
To him, she's like a shining star, brightening up his life and making him feel loved and happy.


You know what? I ain't even mad at you
Despite having some difficulties in their past, he's not angry at her because of how much he loves her.


'Cause you a hoe
He recognizes her flaws but loves her anyway and wants to work things out together.


I knew you was a hoe before you moved up here
He was aware of her past and accepted her into his life anyway because he loves her.


I shouldn't have never let you live in my house
He regrets certain decisions he's made in the past but still loves her and values their relationship.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brandon Paak Anderson, Glen Earl Jr Boothe

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Felipe Kaus

[Intro: Anderson .Paak]
Oh, never knew a love stronger
Ooh, ooh, yeah
Down in the rain called love

[Hook: Anderson .Paak]
Best love, yes love
By far
Best love, that's my lady

[Verse 1: Anderson .Paak]
You love me like you know I could be leaving in a moment's notice
You telling me to stay until the morning



All comments from YouTube:

Trilmonté

This track makes you wanna' dim the lights, pour a glass of champagne and slow dance by yourself with a joint in your hand.

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RagnastrifaVII

Bruh no word of a lie im doing allll of that now bar the champagne. Two steppin wit the coffee, jointed up hahaha

Official Third

factss!

Eddie Haze

And that's exactly what I'm doin right now....except its Henny

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Toeknee 47

this guy captured a sound NO ONE has in years, paaks the man.

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NxWorries showed me that R&B/Soul is one of my favorite music genres

David Lopez

this whole album has saved my life during my come downs

balage76

Everything these two artist do, it's gold!

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