Play No Games
Big Sean Lyrics

Girl, it's true
The singer affirms that something is true and addresses a girl.

You do, you do, you do
The singer emphasizes a point and reaffirms what the girl does.

It's true (oh)
The singer once again affirms that something is true and adds an interjection to express excitement.

It's waitin' for you (uh-huh)
The singer implies that something is waiting for the girl and adds an interjection to show agreement or confirmation.

Okay, I won't deny it
The singer admits to something and agrees to not deny it.

Half the time you send a text, yep, you know I'm not replyin'
The singer acknowledges that he doesn't reply to the girl's texts half the time, admitting to being distant sometimes.

Just to let you know, I'm not one of them niggas you be dodgin'
The singer asserts that he is not like the other men the girl tries to avoid or ignore.

I'm the one that you dodge with (swerve, swerve)
The singer reveals that he is the person the girl likes to play and flirt with, rather than avoid.

I'm the one that you gon' take that dress you savin' out the closet (woah)
The singer imagines the girl getting ready and finally wearing the dress she's been saving and anticipating wearing for a special occasion.

I'm the one you need alone
The singer implies that he is the one the girl enjoys spending time with alone.

I'm the one that when you 'round your friends
The singer highlights the fact that he is the person the girl brags about and shares with her friends when they're together.

That you gotta put on speakerphone
The singer reveals that the girl likes to show off the fact she's talking to him and often puts him on speakerphone for her friends to hear.

Just so you can let them know what we be on, like he the one
The singer confirms that the girl likes to let her friends know that he is the one she's interested in and enjoys spending time with.

Yeah-yeah, I know I'm young but you respect me like a father figure
The singer acknowledges the age difference between him and the girl, but also notes that she respects him like a wise and protective father figure.

Young mobbish nigga, prolly make you father figures
The singer acknowledges that he's a young and successful person who might make older men feel inferior or emasculated.

Sean Don Perrier out in Paris with a pair of Yays goin'
The singer boasts about enjoying himself and his luxury lifestyle while in Paris, complete with high-end champagne and expensive sneakers.

Well, I would tell you but I gotta paraphrase
The singer suggests that he has to speak in code or indirectly when describing his lavish lifestyle, perhaps for privacy or security reasons.

And even when you trippin', we trippin', I pay for ya
The singer says that he financially supports the girl even when she is acting out or making mistakes.

Gourmet for ya, chauffeur arranged for ya
The singer highlights the luxurious and high-class treatment he provides the girl with, including fancy food and a personal driver.

I'll take that flight alone earlier in the day for ya
The singer suggests that he is willing to make an extra effort and take an early flight to meet the girl and be there for her.

Just to beat you there and prepare, let you know I'm waitin' for ya
The singer reveals that he is willing to get to their destination before her to prepare and let her know that he's eagerly waiting for her arrival.

I ain't like them other niggas (other niggas)
The singer repeats his earlier assertion that he is different and not like the other men the girl has been with.

And I ain't 'bout to play no games with you (play no games)
The singer promises to be honest and sincere with the girl, without any sort of manipulative or insincere behavior.

You know what your problem is? (Oh)
The singer asks the girl what he perceives to be her current issue or problem.

You don't ever see the big picture
The singer acknowledges the girl's tendency to focus on small details and challenges her to see the overall context and meaning of their relationship.

Ooh-wee, I want you to take me serious
The singer expresses a desire for the girl to treat him and their relationship with respect, seriousness, and maturity.

Oh baby, I want you to take me serious
The singer repeats his desire for the girl to view their relationship as something important, meaningful, and lasting.

Aw yeah, yeah (waitin' for you)
The singer adds an interjection and repeats that he's waiting for the girl, anticipating her arrival or response.

Wait, wait, waitin' for ya
The singer repeats his eagerness to wait for the girl, emphasizing the word 'wait' for effect.

I be wait, wait, waitin' for ya (girl, it's true)
The singer repeats himself again and adds an affirmation that he's truly waiting for the girl without playing games or being insincere.

You got a young boss nigga like me waitin' for ya
The singer reminds the girl that he is a young and successful person who eagerly anticipates her company.

You got that bomb-ass pussy, I'll be waitin' for ya (yeah)
The singer makes a sexual reference and suggests that he's eagerly waiting for the girl's 'bomb-ass' physique and sexual energy.

Who ya love? (Tell me)
The singer asks the girl who she loves and focuses on the importance of the word 'you.'

Tell me who you fuckin' love (tell me)
The singer repeats his question with a more explicit sexual reference, emphasizing the importance of communication and honesty in relationships.

Tell me who you wanna fuck and love
The singer asks the girl to express her desires and preferences, emphasizing the importance of being clear and honest in a relationship.

I left that sexy dress out on the bed with a note there layin' for ya
The singer reveals that he has prepared a romantic surprise for the girl, with a sexy dress left out for her and a note.

With directions where I'm waitin' with dinner and waiter for ya (for ya)
The singer gives the girl directions to where he is waiting with a special dinner and a waiter, emphasizing the thought and effort he put into the surprise.

I'm that nigga (nigga), she tell me I'm that nigga
The singer repeats his earlier claim that he is the one the girl likes and is interested in, noting that she also confirms it.

I'm the nigga that's your nigga even when you got a nigga (uh)
The singer suggests that he is the one the girl trusts and relies on, even when she is seeing or involved with other men.

That you make love with, but right before take drugs with
The singer acknowledges the girl's tendency to engage in drug use and sexual activity, but suggests that he accepts her for who she is and will be there for her.

Then right after, hit the tub, wait on me with suds
The singer imagines a romantic scenario where he and the girl take a bath together and enjoy each other's company.

Then you back that ass up on me like it's '99 (woah)
The singer describes a sexual scenario where the girl backs up onto him, using a cultural reference to suggest that it's an energetic and nostalgic moment.

Wine fine, like a bottle from the '99 (uh-huh)
The singer uses another cultural reference to compare the quality of wine to a particular year, suggesting that it's high-class and superior.

Hit you with the nine at nine like it's fuckin' primetime (time)
The singer uses a metaphorical reference to a television schedule to describe the timing and intensity of his sexual performance.

Killed the pussy, had to hit that shit like nine times (woo)
The singer brags about his sexual prowess and the number of times he engaged in sexual activity with the girl, using crude language to emphasize the intensity.

Girl, even when I'm gone, just know I'm there for ya (there for ya)
The singer promises to be there for the girl even when he's not physically present, perhaps suggesting an emotional or sentimental connection.

I'm all ears, in other words here for ya (here for ya)
The singer emphasizes his willingness to listen and be there for the girl, perhaps on an emotional or personal level.

I'd probably rob a fuckin' bank and go to jail for ya (uh-huh)
The singer uses hyperbole to express his love and dedication to the girl, suggesting that he's willing to take extreme risks and make sacrifices for her.

As long as I can smack that ass and pull that hair for ya
The singer ends the song with another sexual reference, suggesting that he's willing to do whatever it takes to please the girl and make her happy, including using rough or dominant sexual behavior.

Finally Famous
The singer repeats the name of his record label and suggests that he has achieved fame or success in his career.