Sexual relationships are something Dua Lipa talks about frequently, especially in the pre-chorus of her 2017 smash-hit “New Rules”. A lyric video for the song was released on April 9, 2020.
"I wondered about changing the title of this, because it’s quite in your face. I guess this song does what it says on the tin: It’s about when good sex is the only thing that was holding two people together. It was very fun to get to make a song like this and to be so carefree and open. Those relationships never last; it’s a cautionary tale."
- via Apple Music
Good in Bed
Dua Lipa Lyrics
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Yeah, let's get to the point here
You love to disappoint me, don't ya?
You tell me what I want but ain't no follow through
You don't follow through, no
But if you only knew me
The way you know my body, baby
We could make it through, but
I've been thinkin' it'd be better
If we didn't know each other
Then you go and make me feel okay
Got me thinkin' it'd be better
If we didn't stay together
Then you put your hands up on my waist
I know it's really bad, bad, bad, bad, bad
Messin' with my head, head, head, head, head
We drive each other mad, mad, mad, mad, mad
But baby, that's what makes us good in bed
Please
Come take it out on me, me, me, me, me
I know it's really bad, bad, bad, bad
But baby, that's what makes us good in bed
It's bad
We drive each other mad
It might be kinda sad
But I think that's what makes us good in bed
I dedicate this verse to
All that good pipe in the moonlight
And the long nights where we did everything but talk it through
That's what we do, yeah
You always let me down, boy
But when you're going down I get so up
Don't know if I could find someone who do me like you do
I've been thinkin' it'd be better
If we didn't know each other
Then you go and make me feel okay
Got me thinkin' it'd be better
If we didn't stay together
Then you put your hands up on my waist
I know it's really bad, bad, bad, bad, bad
Messin' with my head, head, head, head, head
We drive each other mad, mad, mad, mad, mad
But baby, that's what makes us good in bed
Please
Come take it out on me, me, me, me, me
I know it's really bad, bad, bad, bad
But baby, that's what makes us good in bed
It's bad
We drive each other mad
It might be kinda sad
But I think that's what makes us good in bed
It's bad
We drive each other mad
It might be kinda sad
But I think that's what makes us good in bed
(Ah)
Yeah, we don't know how to talk
(Mm)
But damn, we know how to fuck
I know it's really bad, bad, bad, bad, bad
Messin' with my head, head, head, head, head
We drive each other mad, mad, mad, mad, mad
But baby, that's what makes us good in bed
Please
Come take it out on me, me, me, me, me
I know it's really bad, bad, bad, bad
But baby, that's what makes us good in bed
It's bad
We drive each other mad
It might be kinda sad
But I think that's what makes us good in bed
It's bad
We drive each other mad
It might be kinda sad
But I think that's what makes us good in bed
In "Good in Bed," Dua Lipa talks about a toxic relationship that is all about lust and physical pleasure, despite the lack of emotional connection between the two lovers. The lyrics depict a woman who is aware that her partner is not good for her because he constantly lets her down and fails to follow through on his promises. However, she admits that they work well together in bed and that's what keeps her coming back to him. She suggests that it would be better if they didn't know each other, but when he touches her waist, she forgets all about it and gives in to his advances.
The chorus repeats the idea that their relationship is messed up, but what makes it work is that they drive each other mad. Dua encourages him to take out his frustrations and disappointments in their relationship on her because she knows that's what he's good at. She acknowledges that they don't know how to talk to each other, but they certainly know how to have sex.
Overall, "Good in Bed" is a steamy, provocative track that speaks to the base needs of human connection. It highlights the push and pull of physical attraction versus emotional intimacy, and how sometimes those two things don't necessarily align.
Line by Line Meaning
You love to disappoint me, don't ya?
You have a habit of letting me down.
You tell me what I want but ain't no follow through
You say what I want to hear but never follow through.
If you only knew me the way you know my body, baby
If only you knew me as intimately as you know my body.
Then I think maybe we could probably see this through
We might have a chance if we knew each other better.
I've been thinkin' it'd be better if we didn't know each other
I sometimes wonder if we're better off as strangers.
Then you go and make me feel okay
Then you do something that makes me feel better about us.
Got me thinkin' it'd be better if we didn't stay together
You make me think we might be better off apart.
I know it's really bad, bad, bad, bad, bad Messin' with my head, head, head, head, head
Our relationship is chaotic and unhealthy, but it's exciting too.
We drive each other mad, mad, mad, mad, mad
Our behavior towards each other is often irrational.
But baby, that's what makes us good in bed
But somehow, our passion makes up for our issues.
Yeah, we don't know how to talk But damn, we know how to fuck
We may not communicate well, but our physical connection is strong.
It might be kinda sad But I think that's what makes us good in bed
As dysfunctional as we may be, it brings us closer together in the bedroom.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: David Biral, Denzel Michael-Akil Baptiste, Dua Lipa, Melanie Joy Fontana, Michel Schulz, Taylor Cameron Upsahl
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@versacedracos
I love how this song is considered her "worst" even though it slaps. It literally proves that she doesn't have any bad songs at all.
@zanahoriabicolor4076
facts
@Xxmo1221xX
facts
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@Voldemorts.Nipple
it doesnt slap. this is horrible
@RaffiAiden
@Voldemort's Nipple you’re horrible
@jairussano7475
How is this her worst song? LMAO I fell in love with this. It sounds like such a vibe
@yoongles3552
same😭
@says1012
its great to listen to on a rainy day
@KYRofficial_123
In my opinion I think the chorus is annoying and don’t really vibe with it but the verses are really good I would give it 5/10