According to Normani:
"I resonate with “Dope” on such personal level.
Lyrically and melodically it creates an imagery of this girl being super passionate about someone but lacks the confidence to tell them. I have definitely been in the position where I feel extremely fascinated with someone but I’m absolutely loss for words when in person with them. I had the best time in the studio recording this record. I was able to become vulnerable in my own space. It was such an experience."
"Oh here they go again. "I've been thinking about ways I can hold you close," the 5H girls seductively suggest over cosmic synths and sharp clicks, which trickle into an airy chorus. And anyone under 16 should cover their ears now, because the girls bring out all the swears. "I don't know what to say / But you're pretty fucking dope". Compliments don't come more direct than that.", according to Lewis Corner of Digitalspy.
"“Dope” makes us want to snap our fingers and boasts a unique melody — not to mention we love doodoo-ing with our ladies — but it doesn’t quite pack a punch. Not a dance track or uptempo ballad, it feels like an “extra” tune, which makes it a fitting “bonus” tune. We’re not hating because theres no such thing as too much extra Fifth Harmony. Plus, the Laurmani at the end just makes the song.", according to Brittany Goldfield Rodrigues of ANDPOP.
Dope
Fifth Harmony Lyrics
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Not saying too much
I'm feelin' your attitude
That east coasting baby
Is driving me crazy
Just like it's supposed to do
With hands that could save me
Sort of in love with you
But I wouldn't say that to you
And now I'm trying to find the words
To tell you how I feel
And show you that it's real
And now I'm trying to find the words
I don't know what else to say but you're pretty fucking dope
Just so you know
I've been thinking 'bout the ways that I wanna hold you close
Just so you know
I don't know what else to say but you're pretty fucking dope
Oh just so you know
I don't know how else to say this but you're pretty fucking dope
Do you already know?
Do you already know?
Do you got a girlfriend
'Cause if you don't then
I'm coming after you
Don't wanna be selfish
But I can't help it
I'm wanting more of you
I know I'm cool as shit
You want more of it
This much I know is true
But I wouldn't say that to you
And now I'm trying to find the words
To tell you how I feel
And show you that it's real
And now I'm trying to find the words
I don't know what else to say but you're pretty fucking dope
Just so you know
I've been thinking 'bout the ways that I wanna hold you close
Just so you know
I don't know what else to say but you're pretty fucking dope
Oh just so you know
I don't know how else to say this but you're pretty fucking dope
Do you already know?
Do you already know?
Do you already know?
Do you already know?
What I think about ya
And all the ways ways that you make me feel
Do you know how I think about you
(Do you already know)
What I think about ya
And all the ways ways that you make me feel
Do you know how I think about you
I don't know what else to say but you're pretty fucking dope
Just so you know
I've been thinking 'bout the ways that I wanna hold you close
Just so you know
I don't know what else to say but you're pretty fucking dope
Oh just so you know
I've been thinking 'bout the ways that I wanna hold you close
The song "Dope" by Fifth Harmony is a confession of love from the singer to someone she finds impressive and attractive. The song's opening lines, "New Jersey tongue / Not saying too much / I'm feelin' your attitude" indicate that the object of her interest is from New Jersey and has a cool and laid-back demeanor. The singer is captivated by the East Coast vibe of the person, which is driving her crazy in the best way possible.
The chorus repeats the lines "Just so you know / I've been thinking 'bout the ways that I wanna hold you close / Just so you know / I don't know what else to say but you're pretty fucking dope." This is the singer's way of expressing her attraction to the person and the desire to be close to them. She is confessing that she is in love with this person, but she is struggling to find the words to express her true feelings.
The song's tone is playful and fun, with the singer alluding to the idea of "coming after" the person and being "selfish" about wanting more of them. The lyrics are filled with slang and colloquial language, emphasizing the relaxed nature of the singer's attraction. Overall, "Dope" is a catchy and upbeat love song that celebrates the thrill of falling in love with someone.
Line by Line Meaning
New Jersey tongue
The way you speak reminds me of New Jersey
Not saying too much
You're not very talkative
I'm feelin' your attitude
I like the way you carry yourself
That east coasting baby
Your East Coast vibe is attractive to me
Is driving me crazy
You make me go wild
Just like it's supposed to do
That's exactly what it's meant to do
With hands that could save me
Your hands are capable of helping me when I need it
Face that could break me
Your expression can hurt me emotionally
Sort of in love with you
I have strong feelings for you
But I wouldn't say that to you
I'm hesitant to express my feelings because I'm not sure how you feel
And now I'm trying to find the words
I'm struggling to find the right words
To tell you how I feel
To express my feelings to you
And show you that it's real
To prove to you that my feelings are genuine
I don't know what else to say but you're pretty fucking dope
I can't think of any other words to describe you other than amazing and unique
Just so you know
I want you to understand
I've been thinking 'bout the ways that I wanna hold you close
I've been wanting to be physically close to you
Do you already know?
Have you already figured out how I feel?
Do you got a girlfriend
Are you currently in a relationship?
'Cause if you don't then
If you're single
I'm coming after you
I'm interested in getting to know you better
Don't wanna be selfish
I don't want to come off as being self-centered
But I can't help it
I can't control my feelings for you
I'm wanting more of you
I want to spend more time with you
I know I'm cool as shit
I know I'm a great catch
You want more of it
You're interested in me
This much I know is true
I'm certain of this
What I think about ya
My thoughts towards you
And all the ways ways that you make me feel
And everything you do that influences my emotions
Do you know how I think about you
Have you figured out my feelings towards you?
Oh just so you know
I want to inform you
I've been thinking 'bout the ways that I wanna hold you close
I've been imagining being physically close to you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JACK ANTONOFF, JULIA MICHAELS, JUSTIN TRANTER
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