Not long after making the difficult decision to turn down USC, Bellinger joined the R&B group AKNU (A Kind Never Understood) and was soon signed to Epic Records by two of the music industries most successful executives , Max Gousse and Tommy Motola.
After experiencing success recording and touring with AKNU, Eric returned home to work on new music and discovered another passion, songwriting. The exceptionally gifted singer and rapper mastered his natural ability to instantly hear melody and rhythm under the guidance of childhood mentor and friend, Erika Nuri of The Writing Camp.
Gift & Curse
Eric Bellinger Lyrics
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Oh, woah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
When my ex-girlfriend seen my new girlfriend
She was like, "damn, how he get her?"
When my ex-girlfriend seen my new girlfriend
She was like, "damn, how he get her?"
But she didn't blame me
She called me up and said, "I see you B, she's amazing"
I guess she wasn't lying when she said she only wanted me happy, no
It takes a real woman to say she's proud
How'd I make my ex-girl compliment my next girl?
Crazy the way things turned out
I never thought she'll be cool with seeing me with my new chick
She's finally off of that bullshit now
Baby, you're so bad that she can't even be mad at me
You gotta be amazing 'cause she always be hating
Baby, you're so bad that she can't even be mad at me
She know she put me through it, finally off of that bullshit
When my ex-girlfriend seen my new girlfriend
She was like, "damn, how he get her?"
When my ex-girlfriend seen my new girlfriend
She was like, "damn, how he get her?"
But she didn't blame me
She called me up and said, "she's so bad, it's crazy"
She even said she wants to be there when we get married yeah
It takes a real woman to say she's proud
How'd I make my ex-girl compliment my next girl?
Crazy the way things turned out
I never thought she'll be cool with seeing me with my new chick
She's finally off of that bullshit now
Baby, you're so bad that she can't even be mad at me
You gotta be amazing 'cause she always be hating
Baby, you're so bad that she can't even be mad at me
She know she put me through it, finally off of that bullshit
She said she don't mind being the third wheel
She said is it cool that she come chill with us?
With us, with us, with us
With us, with us, with us
Every time I ask to see you
You say, "just a minute, let me check my schedule"
And you know that I don't trip
I say I love you, I support you, you already know
See it's a gift and it's a curse
When you got someone who just ain't waiting around
I don't complain, you don't complain
We do our thang and we hook up when work allows
Oh, make time for me, girl
Oh, make time for me, baby
Oh, won't you just make time for me?
I need you to make time for me, yeah
I know you don't need me, that's why I love you
You don't need me, that's why I love you
You don't need me, that's why I love you
Girl, make time for me
Whoa, can you make time for me, yeah?
The song "Gift & Curse" by Eric Bellinger tells the story of a man who has moved on from a past relationship and found happiness with a new girlfriend. When his ex-girlfriend sees him with his new partner, she expresses shock and admiration, but also speaks kindly of the new woman. The man wonders how he managed to make his ex-girlfriend compliment his new girlfriend, and is grateful for the maturity his ex has shown in accepting his new relationship. The lyrics suggest that the singers have a complicated relationship given their history, but ultimately they are able to be amicable and move forward.
The chorus of the song is catchy and memorable, and highlights the complex emotions that can arise when someone moves on from a past relationship. The lyrics also touch on themes of maturity, growth, and forgiveness, as both the man and his ex-girlfriend show understanding and acceptance towards each other.
Overall, "Gift & Curse" is a thoughtful and introspective song that delves into the complex emotions that can arise when someone moves on from an old relationship and finds new love.
Line by Line Meaning
When my ex-girlfriend seen my new girlfriend
When my ex-girlfriend saw my current girlfriend
She was like, "damn, how he get her?"
She was surprised that I was able to attract such an amazing girlfriend
But she didn't blame me
My ex-girlfriend didn't blame me for moving on
She called me up and said, "I see you B, she's amazing"
My ex-girlfriend called me and complimented my new girlfriend, saying that she's amazing
I guess she wasn't lying when she said she only wanted me happy, no
My ex-girlfriend truly meant it when she said that she only wanted me to be happy
It takes a real woman to say she's proud
It's admirable that my ex-girlfriend was able to put aside any negative feelings and say she's proud of me
How'd I make my ex-girl compliment my next girl?
I was surprised that my ex-girlfriend actually complimented my new girlfriend
Crazy the way things turned out
It's surprising how things turned out
I never thought she'll be cool with seeing me with my new chick
I didn't think my ex-girlfriend would be ok with seeing me in a new relationship
She's finally off of that bullshit now
She's finally over the negativity and drama from our past relationship
Baby, you're so bad that she can't even be mad at me
My new girlfriend is so amazing that even my ex-girlfriend can't be mad at me for dating her
You gotta be amazing 'cause she always be hating
My new girlfriend must be really great because my ex-girlfriend always used to hate on me
She know she put me through it, finally off of that bullshit
My ex-girlfriend realizes that she caused me a lot of stress and drama, but she's finally over it
She said she don't mind being the third wheel
My ex-girlfriend is ok with being the third person in our relationship
She said is it cool that she come chill with us?
She asked if it's ok to hang out with us
Every time I ask to see you
Whenever I ask to see you
You say, "just a minute, let me check my schedule"
You often respond by saying that you need to check your schedule before making plans with me
And you know that I don't trip
You know that I don't get upset about it
I say I love you, I support you, you already know
I always express my love and support for you
See it's a gift and it's a curse
Being in a relationship with someone who is busy can be both a blessing and a curse
When you got someone who just ain't waiting around
When you are with someone who has a busy schedule and can't always be available
I don't complain, you don't complain
Neither of us complains about the situation
We do our thang and we hook up when work allows
We both do our own thing and only see each other when our schedules line up
Oh, make time for me, girl
Please find time for me in your busy schedule, girl
Oh, make time for me, baby
Please find time for me in your busy schedule, baby
Oh, won't you just make time for me?
Can you please make time for me?
I need you to make time for me, yeah
I really need you to make time for me
I know you don't need me, that's why I love you
I know that you are independent and don't rely on me, and that's why I love you
Girl, make time for me
Please make time for me, girl
Whoa, can you make time for me, yeah?
Can you please find time for me?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dernst Emile II, Eric A Bellinger, Aaron Jacquar Smith
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