Bad Boys
Burke Alexandra Lyrics

Bad boys, bad boys
The singer is addressing the 'bad boys', who have a certain appeal to her.

Alexandra, girl, I know what you like
The singer is referring to herself in the third person, and acknowledges that she has a preference for 'bad boys'.

Some people call them players
The 'bad boys' are often referred to as 'players', or people who use others for their own pleasure.

But I'm far from terrified
Despite the reputation of 'bad boys', the singer is not scared of them.

'Cause somehow I'm drawn to danger
The attraction to 'bad boys' is because of the thrill that comes with danger.

And have been all of my life
The singer has had this preference for 'bad boys' for a long time, throughout her life.

It feels my heart divided
The attraction to 'bad boys' creates a sense of conflict in the singer, with her heart being divided between what she knows is right and what she desires.

Halfway between wrong and right
The conflict arises because the attraction to 'bad boys' is not necessarily what is considered right or healthy.

I know I'm playing with fire
The singer is aware of the danger and consequences that come with pursuing 'bad boys'.

But I don't know why
Despite the risks, the singer is still drawn to 'bad boys' and doesn't understand why.

Yeah, the bad boys are always catching my eye
The singer is stating the obvious attraction she has to 'bad boys', which is always present.

I said the bad boys are always spinning my mind
The attraction to 'bad boys' not only catches the singer's eye, but also consumes her thoughts and emotions.

Even though I know they're no good for me
The singer is aware that pursuing 'bad boys' is not necessarily beneficial for her well-being or happiness.

It's the risk I take for the chemistry
Despite the risks and consequences, the singer is willing to take the chance for the connection and chemistry she feels with 'bad boys'.

I know you want me shawty 'cause I'm a (bad boy)
A bad boy is speaking to the singer and implying that he is attractive to her because of his 'bad boy' qualities.

Hey shawty can't help it, she so so addicted to them rougher fellas
The bad boy is suggesting that the singer is addicted to 'bad boys', and it's beyond her control.

With even the alphabet she only sings the crooked letters
The singer is drawn to things that are not necessarily good for her or others, which is reflected even in the way she sings.

Let mama take all the risks
The bad boy is suggesting that the singer doesn't have to worry about the risks of being with a 'bad boy', as he is willing to take those risks himself.

For that chemistry she like them tougher than leather
The attraction the singer has for 'bad boys' is because of their toughness and edginess, which creates a chemistry between them.

?
This line is unclear and difficult to attribute meaning to, possibly implying that the risk and danger associated with 'bad boys' is worth it.

By any means necessary, girl
The bad boy is telling the singer that he is willing to pursue her by any means necessary, regardless of what it entails.

She likes them ruthless, that's my world
The bad boy is implying that the singer is drawn to men who are ruthless and have a certain level of danger in them, which is his world.

It's not the news, it's what I heard
The bad boy is suggesting that what the singer is attracted to is not a secret or a surprise, but rather something that he has heard before.

To get them more the merrier
The bad boy is suggesting that to attract 'bad boys', the singer should try to have more of them around, implying that it's a group mentality.

It's not a big surprise
The fact that the singer is attracted to 'bad boys' is something that is not a shock or surprise to anyone.

I know them bad boys catch your eyes
The bad boy is implying that he knows the singer is attracted to 'bad boys', and that's why he's pursuing her.

Look at her walk when I go in disguise
The bad boy is suggesting that the singer tries to hide her attraction to 'bad boys', but he can still see it in the way she walks when he's in disguise.

You'll have them shawty, don't worry, you fly
The bad boy is reassuring the singer that she'll have plenty of 'bad boys', and there's no need to worry because she's attractive and desirable.