Thinking Bout You
Ariana Grande [feat. Nicki Minaj] Lyrics
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I can't stop thinking about you
Can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
Been looking at the things that you got there
You make me wanna draw
Pictures of you everywhere
You're kinda funny
Such a hottie hottie stuck
Inside a cold world
I can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
Can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
You always seem to like a
Little hide and seek you keep me guess
So I can play a game of double jeopardy
You got me wondering if you
Ever gonna make a move
If you would ask me, I would
Tell you that it's over, dude
Sometimes I just lie awake
And I rewind and replay
Everything that you say
I can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
Can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
It's like living on a dream
Running circles in the street
You can call it ADD if you want to
I can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
I promise I don't need to geek out
But if I ever got you home
I'd tell you baby, I would freak out
I can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
Can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about
Stuck inside a cold world
I can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
Can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
It's like living on a dream
Running circles in the street
You can call it ADD if you want to
I can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I can't stop thinking about you
"Thinking Bout You" is a song that explores the inability to stop thinking about someone. Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj depict the struggle of constantly having this person on their minds, even though they may be aware that it's not healthy or productive. The lyrics convey both the frustration and the obsession that comes with not being able to let go.
The song describes the person they can't stop thinking about as alluring and intriguing. They find themselves constantly wondering if this person will ever make a move or if they're just playing games. It's a constant cycle of questioning and analyzing every interaction and word exchanged. Despite knowing that this relationship may not be positive, they're still drawn to this individual.
The line "It's like living on a dream, running circles in the street" suggests that this obsession feels surreal, as if they're stuck in a fantasy world where their thoughts are consumed by this person. The song implies that this constant thinking can be disruptive and may even be seen as attention deficit disorder (ADD) because they struggle to focus on anything else.
Overall, "Thinking Bout You" delves into the inner turmoil of being unable to let go of someone, even when it's clear that it's not healthy or reciprocated.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't stop thinking about, stop thinking
I constantly think about you, unable to stop my thoughts
I can't stop thinking about you
You're always on my mind, I can't forget about you
Been looking at the things that you got there
I've been observing the possessions you have
You make me wanna draw, Pictures of you everywhere
You inspire me to create artwork of you and display it everywhere
You're kinda funny, But you think that I'm a bad girl
You have a sense of humor, but you perceive me as a rebellious person
Such a hottie hottie stuck, Inside a cold world
You're an attractive individual trapped in a harsh, unfeeling environment
You always seem to like a, Little hide and seek you keep me guess
You often enjoy playing games of hide and seek, keeping me guessing about your intentions
So I can play a game of double jeopardy
This allows me to engage in a risky situation with potential consequences
You got me wondering if you, Ever gonna make a move
You make me question if you will ever take action
If you would ask me, I would, Tell you that it's over, dude
If you were to inquire, I would inform you that our relationship is finished
Sometimes I just lie awake, And I rewind and replay, Everything that you say
At times, I lay awake and continuously replay everything you've said
It's like living on a dream, Running circles in the street
It feels surreal, as if I'm constantly chasing after something
You can call it ADD if you want to
You may label it as attention deficit disorder if you desire
I promise I don't need to geek out
I assure you that I don't need to get excessively excited or obsessed
But if I ever got you home, I'd tell you baby, I would freak out
However, if I were to bring you home, I would express my excitement and enthusiasm
Stuck inside a cold world
Feeling trapped in an emotionally detached environment
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