SAVE YOU
Chika Lyrics


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Feel like nobody take me serious
I know it's a couple that's probably hearing this
They gon' wonder if this shit apply to 'em
If they had the guts to ask me, I prolly would lie to 'em, yeah
'Cause what's the point if realities vary anyway?
My first love is engaged to be married any day
I hope she think about me every single time
That she bussit on her nigga when he hit it from behind
Oh shit, eight bars and I'm into hoe shit
Why the fuck I always like to bring up old shit?
Triggered by my phone, I stumbled onto old pics
Now I'm in the crib alone and smoking, playing "So Sick"
Like Ne-Yo, music be the hero
I been trimming, weight heartbreak can feel keto
Got so many stitches, they mistaking me for Lilo
Cupid outta bows, that nigga cold, he's shooting needles

Let it go, let it go
It's some things you don't get to know
You got fears you won't ever grow
But you ain't gotta carry that alone
Let it go, let it go
You bled out, your soul getting cold
Fuck what they may do
Only you can save you

Yeah, did they have feelings? 'Cause I felt 'em
Rarely was given what I dealt 'em
Now I'm kicking myself because I helped 'em
Never got a thank you, so fuck it, they not welcome
My mind run by a busy body
Who make time to plan out a damn pity party
That's a lot work for one guest
But I couldn't care less, I still won't invite anybody
I say it's my function, I'ma cry if I want to
All love dies and the memories haunt you
All time borrowed, so enjoy it, we got to
Make shit count, run it up 'fore the clock do
No held grudges, don't need an apology
Will it take time? I been leaning towards a probably




But that growth is what I wanna see
I'm taking shackles off 'cause I'm the one that got the key, yeah (got the key)

Overall Meaning

In the song "SAVE YOU" by Chika, the lyrics delve into the internal struggles and complexities of emotions. The opening lines express a sense of being overlooked or not taken seriously by others. The artist acknowledges that while some individuals may relate to the song, she would probably lie if directly asked. This indicates a reluctance to fully open up and share her true feelings. The next lines introduce the theme of lost love, as she mentions her first love being engaged to someone else. She reveals a desire for her ex-lover to think of her during intimate moments, highlighting the lingering emotions and longing.


The lyrics take a turn as Chika becomes self-reflective and introspective. She questions her own tendencies to bring up past issues or get triggered by old pictures. The mention of Ne-Yo's song "So Sick" signifies a connection to music as a coping mechanism. She likens heartbreak to a weight loss journey (feeling "keto") and references having many emotional wounds ("stitches") that people mistake her for Lilo (a reference to the movie "Lilo & Stitch").


The chorus encourages letting go of burdens and allowing oneself to heal. It suggests that there are things others don't need to know, as everyone has fears that hinder personal growth. However, it also emphasizes that individuals don't have to carry their burdens alone and reminds listeners that ultimately, they have the power to save themselves.


Line by Line Meaning

Feel like nobody take me serious
I often feel like nobody takes me seriously or values my opinions


I know it's a couple that's probably hearing this
I'm aware that there are a few people who might relate to this song


They gon' wonder if this shit apply to 'em
These individuals might question if these lyrics relate to their own experiences


If they had the guts to ask me, I prolly would lie to 'em, yeah
If they had the courage to ask, I would probably deceive them with false information


'Cause what's the point if realities vary anyway?
After all, what's the significance if our perceptions of reality differ?


My first love is engaged to be married any day
The person I first loved is about to get married soon


I hope she think about me every single time
I wish she remembers me every time


That she bussit on her nigga when he hit it from behind
Especially during intimate moments with her partner, when they engage in sexual activity from behind


Oh shit, eight bars and I'm into hoe shit
Unexpectedly, after eight lines, I've found myself talking about promiscuous behavior


Why the fuck I always like to bring up old shit?
I wonder why I continuously bring up past issues


Triggered by my phone, I stumbled onto old pics
My phone triggered emotions as I accidentally came across old pictures


Now I'm in the crib alone and smoking, playing 'So Sick'
Now I'm at home, feeling lonely, smoking, and listening to the song 'So Sick'


Like Ne-Yo, music be the hero
Similar to how Ne-Yo's music serves as a savior, helping me cope with my emotions


I been trimming, weight heartbreak can feel keto
I've been cutting off unnecessary emotional baggage, as heartbreak can make you feel emotionally drained


Got so many stitches, they mistaking me for Lilo
Metaphorically, I've endured so much pain that people might mistake me for the fictional character Lilo who constantly gets injured


Cupid outta bows, that nigga cold, he's shooting needles
Cupid, who is responsible for love, seems to have run out of arrows and is now shooting painful needles instead


Let it go, let it go
Release all the emotions and baggage you've been holding onto


It's some things you don't get to know
There are certain things that you don't have to understand or be aware of


You got fears you won't ever grow
There are fears within you that you haven't been able to overcome and develop from


But you ain't gotta carry that alone
However, you don't have to bear the weight of those fears and struggles by yourself


You bled out, your soul getting cold
You've been emotionally drained, and your soul is gradually becoming numb


Fuck what they may do
Disregard the actions or opinions of others


Only you can save you
Ultimately, you are the only one who can save yourself from the challenges you face


Yeah, did they have feelings? 'Cause I felt 'em
I'm questioning whether the people who hurt me even had genuine feelings because I definitely felt the impact


Rarely was given what I dealt 'em
I rarely received the same treatment or consideration that I gave them


Now I'm kicking myself because I helped 'em
Now I regret helping them and blame myself for it


Never got a thank you, so fuck it, they not welcome
Since I never received any gratitude, I don't want them in my life anymore


My mind run by a busy body
My mind is controlled by an overly active and preoccupied person


Who make time to plan out a damn pity party
This person even takes the time to organize a self-indulgent pity party


That's a lot work for one guest
It takes a lot of effort for someone who is alone and only attending their own party


But I couldn't care less, I still won't invite anybody
Despite not caring about it, I still have no intention of inviting anyone to join me in my self-pity


I say it's my function, I'ma cry if I want to
I claim that it's my purpose or duty, and I won't hesitate to cry if I feel like it


All love dies and the memories haunt you
Eventually, all love comes to an end, and the memories continue to haunt you


All time borrowed, so enjoy it, we got to
Since time is only borrowed, we must make the most of it and appreciate every moment


Make shit count, run it up 'fore the clock do
We should make our actions and experiences meaningful before time runs out


No held grudges, don't need an apology
I don't hold any grudges and don't require an apology


Will it take time? I been leaning towards a probably
Reconciliation might take time, and I'm leaning towards the likelihood of that


But that growth is what I wanna see
However, I'm eager to witness personal growth and development


I'm taking shackles off 'cause I'm the one that got the key, yeah (got the key)
I'm freeing myself from constraints and limitations because I hold the power and control to do so




Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jane Chika Oranika, Samuel Gloade

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Christina Ann

"Only you can save you" more people need to hear this!! πŸ™ŒπŸ’ͺ and not be afraid to save themselves!! It'll only make ya stronger!!

Autumn Lashea

Your a queen , and I am a aspiring artist myself and you inspire me ; your such a legend and I hope you know that ! Your music helps me everyday !

Thursday Niyte

This is life in a song. I swear she speaks when she raps. It's more than a message.

Cotina Spann

This is so πŸ”₯. Chika hits with these lyrics. Anybody sleeping on the skills should be ashamed.

C.R.P

this is on a whole nother level damnn, every single bar is by far the greatest written it could have been. good job chika you are portraying true, honest to god pain in beautiful poetry and grace

LonerBecause

Her storytelling ability...Just Nice!

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