Connect
Black.Bird Lyrics

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Oh so you been dyke
Act nice
Then dip twice
I shoulda seen this shit I mean
You acting
But damn you're acts tight
Too tight
I guess you gon Altermeho

Change me hoe
Make me hoe
Create me hoe
You're so controlling
Control me hoe
.
That's all you know
You're crazy
Trust me that I do know
Text msg
Said I can't be fucking no more
Ok
3AM I know you posted fasho
Spare key
Where spare emotions at
Get that
And come unlock your map
Let me take a journey into that
(Mind of yours)

I'm sinking man I'm sinking
There's no time I'm never thinking
Bout what you said bout being distant
How I don't try breaking distance
(Break it, Break it, Fuck it)

When I call and you don't pick up
Baby that's my time you need to think off
I can't be wasting time tryna convince ya
Cause girl I'm doing fine and I don't miss ya
I see the bigger picture

YOU AND I
(No)
No you and I
It's just me and me
It's been me and me
For a while

But I can't complain

I see you w your mans
Posted on the gram

But I can't complain

I know you in and out
I been in and out

I've been inside you
I'm emotionless
(Yeah)
How many times you finna try reposting shit
Hoping that I see and that I'm struggling
Girl you're immature
I can't be struggling

You know I'm running social
Money coming quick quick

I'm always on the road
No time for cuddling

I'm always on the road
To be worrying

I'll face to face you when these diamonds touch my skin

(Wait)
Even then
Time will pass
You'll move on
Reminisce
Blow my phone
Say you miss
Can't go through
Send a text
Off my phone
Send again
Try and call
Can't connect
I'll marry money
You'll marry him
Girl you sacrificed your happiness

Eyy
You're such spoilt sport
I gave you my love and you wanted more
You're undeserving
You can't have no more
I'm winning life
While you try score
(Play your games
Play-your games)
Full time let's see who reign
See me I'm popping paign
While you pop one for the pain

4AM regrets get real,
Thoughts haunt you and you can't lie
It gets harder to be here with you
(You)
When the conversation built off lies
Between me and you

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98'

Overall Meaning

In the song "Connect" by Black.Bird, the lyrics delve into a tumultuous relationship characterized by control, emotional manipulation, and a lack of communication. The first paragraph paints a picture of a toxic partner who switches between being friendly and distant, indicating a tendency to play mind games. The line "Make me hoe, Create me hoe" suggests that the singer feels manipulated and molded into someone they're not by their partner.

The second paragraph reflects the singer's realization of the toxicity in the relationship. They describe feeling suffocated and controlled, asserting that their partner's actions are all they know. The mention of a text message ending the physical aspect of their relationship at 3 AM indicates a turning point, where they decide they can't handle the toxicity anymore. The line "Spare key, Where spare emotions at" implies that they have invested deeply in the relationship but are unable to find emotional fulfillment or reciprocity.

The third paragraph showcases the singer's growth and self-sufficiency. They express that they can manage without their partner and don't feel the need to waste time convincing them of anything. They claim to have a clearer perspective and see the bigger picture without being entangled in the relationship. The line "You and I, No / No, you and I / It's just me and me" emphasizes their newfound independence and self-focus.

In the final paragraph, the singer reflects on the past and acknowledges the immature behavior of their ex-partner. They mention how they have moved on and are focused on their own success and well-being while the other person continues playing games and seeking attention. The mention of being constantly on the road highlights their dedication to their career and a lack of time for emotional entanglement. The line "I'll marry money, You'll marry him" suggests that the singer feels they have chosen a path of personal growth and financial stability while their ex-partner settles for something less fulfilling.

The outro introduces a sudden shift in time, mentioning "98'". This could signify a point in the past where the relationship began, indicating that the entire song is a reflection on the events that led to the disconnect. It hints at the regret and haunting thoughts that arise in the early hours of the morning, illustrating the lingering impact of the toxic relationship. Ultimately, the song portrays a journey of self-discovery and strength as the singer removes themselves from an unhealthy connection.

Line by Line Meaning

Oh so you been dyke
You have been acting deceitful and manipulative

Act nice
Pretend to be pleasant

Then dip twice
Leaving abruptly and repeatedly

I shoulda seen this shit I mean
I should have realized what you were really like

You acting
You are putting on a performance

But damn you're acts tight
But your lies and manipulations are well-executed

Too tight
Too convincing

I guess you gon Altermeho
I suppose you are going to change me into someone I'm not

Change me hoe
Manipulate and control me

Make me hoe
Turn me into a pawn in your game

Create me hoe
Shape me into what you want me to be

You're so controlling
You exercise complete control over me

Control me hoe
Dominate and manipulate me

That's all you know
That is your only skill

You're crazy
You are mentally unstable

Trust me that I do know
I am fully aware of your instability

Text msg
You sent me a message

Said I can't be fucking no more
You told me that we can no longer have a sexual relationship

Ok
I understand

3AM I know you posted fasho
I am aware that you posted something for sure at 3AM

Spare key
The key I have to your emotions

Where spare emotions at
Where are the remaining emotions you have?

Get that
Retrieve those emotions

And come unlock your map
And let me explore your mind

Let me take a journey into that
Allow me to delve into your thoughts and feelings

(Mind of yours)
(Your mind)

I'm sinking man I'm sinking
I am feeling overwhelmed and helpless

There's no time I'm never thinking
I am not thinking clearly due to the lack of time

Bout what you said bout being distant
About your statement regarding creating distance between us

How I don't try breaking distance
How I am not making an effort to bridge that distance

(Break it, Break it, Fuck it)
(Break it, Break it, Disregard it)

When I call and you don't pick up
When I try to reach out to you and you ignore my calls

Baby that's my time you need to think off
That is my sign that you need to reflect on our situation

I can't be wasting time tryna convince ya
I cannot spend my time trying to persuade you

Cause girl I'm doing fine and I don't miss ya
Because, girl, I am doing well and I don't feel the absence of you

I see the bigger picture
I understand the overall situation

YOU AND I
Not you and I

(No)
(No)

No you and I
It's just me and me

It's been me and me
I have been alone

For a while
For a long time

But I can't complain
But I have no reason to complain

I see you w your mans
I see you with your partner

Posted on the gram
Displayed on social media

I know you in and out
I know everything about you

I been in and out
I have come and gone from your life

I've been inside you
I have been intimately involved with you

I'm emotionless
I have no emotional attachment

(Yeah)
(Yes)

How many times you finna try reposting shit
How many times are you going to try sharing things in hope that I see and feel remorse

Hoping that I see and that I'm struggling
Wishing that I notice and that I am going through difficulties

Girl you're immature
Girl, you lack emotional maturity

I can't be struggling
I cannot be going through hardships

You know I'm running social
You know I am active on social media

Money coming quick quick
I am rapidly earning money

I'm always on the road
I am constantly traveling

No time for cuddling
I have no time for affectionate moments

To be worrying
To be concerned

I'll face to face you when these diamonds touch my skin
I will confront you face to face when I am adorned with luxury

(Wait)
(Wait)

Even then
Even in that scenario

Time will pass
Time will go by

You'll move on
You will find someone else

Reminisce
Look back and remember

Blow my phone
Contact me incessantly

Say you miss
Claim that you long for me

Can't go through
I cannot endure

Send a text
Send a message

Off my phone
To my phone

Send again
Resend

Try and call
Attempt to contact me through a phone call

Can't connect
Cannot establish a connection

I'll marry money
I will prioritize wealth

You'll marry him
You will enter into a marriage with another person

Girl you sacrificed your happiness
Girl, you gave up your own happiness

Eyy
Hey

You're such spoilt sport
You are a person who always wants more

I gave you my love and you wanted more
I provided you with my love, but it was not enough for you

You're undeserving
You are not worthy

You can't have no more
You cannot have anything else from me

I'm winning life
I am succeeding in life

While you try score
While you attempt to achieve something

(Play your games
(Continue playing your manipulative games

Play-your games)
(Continue playing your manipulative games)

Full time let's see who reign
Full-time, let's see who comes out on top

See me I'm popping paign
See me, I am achieving great success

While you pop one for the pain
While you consume substances to numb the emotional pain

4AM regrets get real
During the early hours of the morning, regrets become more prominent

Thoughts haunt you and you can't lie
Thoughts that trouble you persist and you cannot deny them

It gets harder to be here with you
It becomes more difficult to be present with you

(You)
(You)

When the conversation built off lies
When our entire relationship is based on deception

Between me and you
Between us

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98'
1998

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