Say It First
B-OK Lyrics


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I don't wanna share that side of my bed
I don't wanna start all over again
I don't wanna lose my mind
Been there like a thousand times
Why'd you mess it up by comin' along
Why you make it hard but turnin' me on
Every time I fall asleep
Wishin' you were next to me, yeah

I hate to admit I'm the first to fall
I hate to admit that I want it all

You takin' me higher, settin' my chest on fire
And I want your touch so bad it hurts
I'm feelin' it too, you say it first
Takin' me higher, makin' my hands go wild
And I need your love so bad it hurts
I'm feelin' it too, you say it first

Lay it on me now
Say you love me loud

I don't wanna miss you when you're not here
I don't wanna leave you after a year
I don't wanna lose my mind
Been there like a thousand times

I hate to admit I'm the first to fall
I hate to admit that I want it all

You takin' me higher, settin' my chest on fire
And I want your touch so bad it hurts
I'm feelin' it too, you say it first
Takin' me higher, makin' my hands go wild
And I need your love so bad it hurts
I'm feelin' it too, you say it first

Lay it on me now
Say you love me loud
Lay it on me now
Say you love me loud

Say you love me loud, loud
Say you love me now
Say you love me loud, loud
Say you love me love now

Say you love me loud, loud
Say you love me now

Put it on, put it on, put it on me

You takin' me higher, settin' my chest on fire
And I want your touch so bad it hurts
I'm feelin' it too, you say it first
Takin' me higher, makin' my hands go wild
And I need your love so bad it hurts
I'm feelin' it too, you say it first

Lay it on me now
Say you love me loud

Say you love me loud
Yeah, love me, love me, yeah




Say you love me loud
You say it first

Overall Meaning

In "Say It First," B-OK finds herself grappling with the vulnerability that comes with falling in love. She is hesitant to fully let her guard down and open up to the person she's interested in. She doesn't want to start over or risk losing her mind like she has before. She's having trouble sleeping without them and wishes they were there with her. She's afraid of being the first to confess her love and potentially getting hurt. Despite this fear, B-OK is clearly feeling something strong for this person, as evidenced by the visceral physical reaction she has to them. Ultimately, she wants them to take the first step in declaring their love for one another.


The song conveys the fear and excitement of new love through its lyrics and energetic pop beat. B-OK's vocals convey a sense of urgency and longing, with the chorus urging the other person to declare their feelings ("Say you love me loud"). The repetition of lines like "takin' me higher" and "makin' my hands go wild" creates a sense of escalating passion that culminates in the plea for the other person to confess their love. Overall, "Say It First" is a relatable song about the push and pull of opening up to someone new.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't wanna share that side of my bed
I am hesitant to get emotionally invested in someone and share my personal space.


I don't wanna start all over again
I am afraid to go through the process of building a new relationship.


I don't wanna lose my mind
I don't want to get lost in the feelings of love and desire.


Been there like a thousand times
I have experienced these emotions before and have been hurt in the past.


Why'd you mess it up by comin' along
I was content with being single, and your presence has thrown a wrench in that.


Why you make it hard but turnin' me on
You are making me feel things I'm not ready to feel.


Every time I fall asleep, Wishin' you were next to me, yeah
I can't help but think about you even when I'm trying to sleep.


I hate to admit I'm the first to fall
I don't want to show vulnerability by being the first to express my feelings.


I hate to admit that I want it all
I don't want to admit to myself that I want a full and committed relationship.


You takin' me higher, settin' my chest on fire, And I want your touch so bad it hurts
Being around you elevates my desires and I crave your touch.


I'm feelin' it too, you say it first
I know you feel the same way, but I want you to be the first one to express it.


Takin' me higher, makin' my hands go wild, And I need your love so bad it hurts
My attraction to you is intense and I am longing for your love.


Lay it on me now, Say you love me loud
I am ready for you to express your love for me.


I don't wanna miss you when you're not here, I don't wanna leave you after a year
I am hesitant to invest time and emotion into a relationship that may not last.


Say you love me loud, loud, Say you love me now
I am ready for you to express your feelings for me loudly and clearly, without hesitation.


Put it on, put it on, put it on me
I am ready for you to take the lead in our relationship.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Borislav Milanov, Hailey Collier, Joacim Persson, Johan Alkenas, Peter Thomas

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she is still the same as when she was young i remember her as the nice girl from Gozo she is pretty much the same now well done Michela You stand for what malta is pride beauty and talent

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