U
H.E.R Lyrics
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Thinking 'bout you got me stressed
But you could probably care less
You're just so hard to impress
Every time that we go out
You do something to show out
Played the fool, but I know now
I only tell you the truth (truth)
I'm not like those other girls
I don't be acting brand new
Every time that we go out
You do something to show out
Played the fool, but I know now
It could be U-S
There's so many letters
But it's only you, only you
Only, only, only you, only you
My friends say you not about me
I wasn't tryna believe it
I'm always holdin' you down
Even though you mess around
You ain't showin' me no love
You just want me to show off
Played the fool but I know now
It could be U-S
There's so many letters
But it's only you, only you
Only, only, only you, only you
It could be U-S
There's so many letters
But it's only you, only you
Only, only, only you, only you
Boy, I wish that you would see
This could be us
Ooh, I'm so tired of you taking advantage of love (ooh)
It could be U-S (could be us)
There's so many letters (so many letters)
But it's only you, only you (only you)
Only, only, only you, only you (why's it gotta be only?)
It could be U-S (U-S)
There's so many letters
But it's only you, only you (it's only you, it's only you)
Only, only, only you, only you (it's only you, it's only you)
In H.E.R's song "U," the singer expresses her feelings of frustration and confusion about a relationship that seems to be one-sided. She admits that she is stressed about the relationship and that the other person seems to be hard to impress. While they go out, the person always does something to show off, making her feel like a fool. Despite all of this, she still worries about the other person and only tells them the truth. She asserts that she is different from other girls and does not act brand new. Her friends warn her that the other person is not serious about her, but she continues to hold them down, even though they mess around.
The chorus repeats the sentiment that there are many letters in the alphabet, but the only person the singer is interested in is the other person. She wishes that they would see that they could be together, but they are not showing her any love and just want her to show off. The song ends with the chorus repeating the idea that it could be "U" and "S," and that the only person she is interested in is the other person.
Overall, the song is about the struggle of dealing with a relationship that seems to be one-sided and not mutual. The singer is frustrated with the other person's behavior but still cares about them and wishes that they could be together.
Line by Line Meaning
Right now my head is a mess
I am feeling confused and overwhelmed at the moment.
Thinking 'bout you got me stressed
My thoughts about you are causing me anxiety and worry.
But you could probably care less
You seem indifferent to my feelings and emotions.
You're just so hard to impress
I find it difficult to gain your approval or admiration.
Every time that we go out
Whenever we are together in public settings or on outings...
You do something to show out
You try to impress or show off in some way...
Played the fool, but I know now
I may have been naive or foolish in the past, but I am more aware and knowledgeable now.
I always worry 'bout you (you)
I often have concerns or anxieties related to you or our relationship.
I only tell you the truth (truth)
I am honest with you and don't withhold information or feelings.
I'm not like those other girls
I am different from other women that you may have been involved with in the past.
I don't be acting brand new
I don't pretend or act in a fake manner.
My friends say you not about me
My friends have expressed doubt or concern about your intentions or loyalty.
I wasn't tryna believe it
I didn't want to believe or accept their negative opinions about you.
I'm always holdin' you down
I am supportive and loyal to you, even in difficult situations.
Even though you mess around
Even though you may be unfaithful or disloyal.
You ain't showin' me no love
You are not demonstrating care or affection towards me.
You just want me to show off
You only want to use me to boost your ego or impress others.
Boy, I wish that you would see
I hope that you could understand or comprehend my perspective.
This could be us
We could be in a better and more fulfilling relationship.
Ooh, I'm so tired of you taking advantage of love (ooh)
I am exhausted and frustrated with you using my feelings and affection for your own benefit.
It could be U-S (could be us)
We have the potential to be together in a positive and meaningful way.
There's so many letters (so many letters)
There are many possible relationships and pairings.
But it's only you, only you (only you)
You are the only one that I want or am interested in.
Only, only, only you, only you (why's it gotta be only?)
I wonder why it has to be only you and not someone else.
It's only you, it's only you
You are the only one that matters or has my attention.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: David Harris, Gabriella Wilson, India Amber Perkins
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[Verse 1]
Right now my head is a mess
Thinking 'bout you got me stressed
But you could probably care less
You're just so hard to impress
Every time that we go out
You do something to show out
Played the fool, but I know now
I always worry 'bout you
I only tell you the truth
I'm not like those other girls
I don't be acting brand new
Every time that we go out
You do something to show out
Played the fool, but I know now
[Chorus]
It could be "U.S."
There's too many letters
But it's only you, only you
Only, only, only you, only you
[Verse 2]
My friends say you not about me
I wasn't tryna believe it
I'm always holding you down
Even though you mess around
You ain't showing me no love
You just want me to show off
Played the fool but I know now
[Chorus]
It could be "U.S."
There's too many letters
But it's only you, only you
Only, only, only you, only you
It could be "U.S."
There's too many letters
But it's only you, only you
Only, only, only you, only you
[Bridge]
Boy, I wish that you would see
This could be us
Ooh, I'm so tired of you taking advantage of love
[Chorus]
It could be "U.S."
There's too many letters
But it's only you, only you
Only, only, only you, only you
It could be "U.S."
There's too many letters
But it's only you, only you
Only, only, only you, only you
@Empressive
This song gives me Silk vibes. Love it
@iamthereforyou2
Truee I can see where you are coming from in regards to your comparison. I'm thinking more of a Chris Brown feel
@dancedevill1
Omg empressive I love your videos
@brownbarbie5232
Empressive what u doin here lol
@shanijefferson980
nope brandy
@missstrawberrypop7936
Fav song 💯✨
@jsmith1077
This girl is my new obsession! I've been listening to this EP all week it's too good !!! 🙌🏾
@FAMOUSSMILEZ725
YASSS me twooo
@charlottelucas8032
anyone have the zip download?
@sincerewilliams6716
love it