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I think I've had enough
I might get a little drunk
I say what's on my mind
I might do a little time
'Cause all of my kindness is taken for weakness

Now I'm fourfiveseconds from wildin'
And we got three more days 'til Friday
I'm just tryna make it back home by Monday mornin'
I swear I wish somebody would tell me
Ooh, that's all I want

Woke up an optimist
Sun was shining, I'm positive
Then I heard you was talkin' trash
Hold me back, I'm bout' to spaz

Yeah, I'm fourfiveseconds from wildin'
And we got three more days 'til Friday
I'm just tryna make it back home by Monday mornin'
I swear I wish somebody would tell me
Ooh, that's all I want

And I know that you're up tonight
Thinking how could I be so selfish
But you called 'bout a thousand times wondering where I've been

Oh, I know that you're up tonight
Thinkin' how could I be so reckless
But I just can't apologise
I hope you can understand, yeah

If I go to jail tonight
Promise you'll pay my bail
See, they want to buy my pride
But that just ain't up for sale
See, all of my kindness, hmm, is taken for weakness

I'm fourfiveseconds from wildin'
And we got three more days 'til Friday
I'm just tryna make it back home by Monday mornin'
I swear I wish somebody would tell me
Ooh, that's all I want

Oh, fourfiveseconds from wildin'
And we got three more days 'til Friday
I'm just tryna make it back home by Monday mornin'




I swear I wish somebody would tell me
Ooh, that's all I want

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "FourFiveSeconds" by Rihanna, Kanye West and Paul McCartney, contain a sense of desperation and a longing to return home. The song begins with the singer admitting that they may have had too much to drink and that they might say or do something that could put them in jail because they feel that their kindness is taken as a weakness. The repetition of the phrase "fourfiveseconds from wildin'" emphasizes the singer's inner turmoil as they struggle to contain their emotions.


As the song progresses, the singer recounts their optimistic outlook at the beginning of the day, only to have it shattered by someone talking trash about them. They feel the urge to lash out in anger, and once again, they are fourfiveseconds from wildin'. At this point, the singer addresses someone who has been calling them wanting to know where they have been. They acknowledge that they might have been reckless, but they cannot apologize for their actions. They hope that the other person can understand.


The song ends with the singer stating that they are willing to go to jail, but they will not sacrifice their pride. They are still fourfiveseconds from wildin', and they are determined to make it home by Monday morning.


Overall, "FourFiveSeconds" is a song about impulse control, anger management, and the desire to return to a place of security and comfort. The lyrics are relatable to anyone who has experienced a moment of overwhelming emotions that threatens to push them over the edge.


Line by Line Meaning

I think I've had enough
I feel like I've reached my limit


I might get a little drunk
I might drink until I lose control


I say what's on my mind
I'm honest even if it hurts


I might do a little time
I might have to face the consequences of my actions


'Cause all of my kindness is taken for weakness
People often mistake my kindness for vulnerability


Now I'm fourfiveseconds from wildin'
I'm about to lose my composure


And we got three more days 'til Friday
The week is not over yet


I'm just tryna make it back home by Monday mornin'
I want to get home safely before the work week begins


I swear I wish somebody would tell me
I want someone to give me guidance


Woke up an optimist
I started my day with a positive outlook


Sun was shining, I'm positive
The weather matched my mood


Then I heard you was talkin' trash
Someone said something negative about me


Hold me back, I'm bout' to spaz
I'm about to lose control and need to be restrained


And I know that you're up tonight
I'm aware that you are awake right now


Thinking how could I be so selfish
You're upset that I acted in my own interest


But you called 'bout a thousand times wondering where I've been
You've been trying to reach me to find out where I am


Oh, I know that you're up tonight
I'm aware that you are awake right now


Thinkin' how could I be so reckless
You're angry that I took risks without thinking about the consequences


But I just can't apologise
I can't bring myself to say sorry


I hope you can understand, yeah
I hope you can empathize with my situation


If I go to jail tonight
If I get arrested


Promise you'll pay my bail
Assurance of financial support if needed


See, they want to buy my pride
There are people who want to take advantage of me


But that just ain't up for sale
I won't compromise my self-respect


And we got three more days 'til Friday
The week is not over yet


I swear I wish somebody would tell me
I want someone to give me guidance


Oh, fourfiveseconds from wildin'
I'm about to lose my composure


I'm just tryna make it back home by Monday mornin'
I want to get home safely before the work week begins


That's all I want
All I want is to make it home safe




Writer(s): Bryan Phillip Bassett, Roger Patrick Earl, Charlie Hartley Huhn, Jeffrey Leonard Howell

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