Box
J.Kid Lyrics

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Fussin' and fightin', we back at it again
I know that it's my fault, but you don't understand (no)
I got memories, this is crazy
You ain't nothing like the girl I used to know
Good with ma, good with pa, cool with all my niggas
I should try to decide, wanna let you in, but no
That means memories, and it's crazy
You ain't nothing like the girl I used to know

Girl, I really wanna work this out 'cause I'm tired of fightin'
And I really hope you still want me the way I want you
I said I really wanna work this out
Damn, girl, I'm tryin'
It's no excuse, no excuse
But I got this

I got this icebox where my heart used to be (but I got this)
I got this icebox where my heart used to be (said I got this)
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold

I got this icebox where my heart used to be (but I got this)
I got this icebox where my heart used to be (said I got this)
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold

Why can't I get it right?
Just can't let it go
I opened up, she let me down
I won't feel that no more
I got memories, this is crazy
She ain't nothing like the girl I used to know
I don't mean to take it out on you, baby, but I can't help it
'Cause my heart is in the same ol' condition that baby left it
And I, I apologize for makin' you cry
Look me in my eye, and promise you won't do me the same

Girl, I really wanna work this out 'cause I'm tired of fightin'
And I really hope you still want me the way I want you
I said I really wanna work this out
Damn, girl, I'm tryin'
It's no excuse, no excuse
But I got this

I got this icebox where my heart used to be (but I got this)
I got this icebox where my heart used to be (said I got this)
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold

I got this icebox where my heart used to be (but I got this)
I got this icebox where my heart used to be (said I got this)
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold

I don't wanna be stuck up in this cold, cold world
Don't wanna mess this up, better keep your eye on me girl
Don't wanna mess this up, better keep your eye on me girl
Don't wanna mess this up, better keep your eye on me girl
I don't wanna be stuck up in this cold, cold world
Don't wanna mess this up, better keep your eye on me girl
Don't wanna mess this up, better keep your eye on me girl
Don't wanna mess this up, better keep your eye on me girl

Girl, I really wanna work this out 'cause I'm tired of fightin'
And I really hope you still want me the way I want you
I said I really wanna work this out
Damn, girl, I'm tryin'
It's no excuse, no excuse
But I got this

I got this icebox where my heart used to be (but I got this)
I got this icebox where my heart used to be (said I got this)
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold

I got this icebox where my heart used to be (but I got this)
I got this icebox where my heart used to be (said I got this)
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold
I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold

Girl, I really wanna work this out 'cause I'm tired of fightin'

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of J-Kid's song "Box" reveal a complicated relationship where the singer and their significant other are fighting once again. The singer takes responsibility for their part in the conflict but feels as though the other person doesn't understand the gravity of the situation. The singer reminisces about the past when the significant other was kind-hearted and got along with everyone around them. The singer is torn about letting the significant other back into their life because it will bring back old memories that come with emotional baggage. The chorus of the song repeatedly states that the singer has an "icebox where their heart used to be" and that they are "so cold."

The icebox metaphor can be interpreted in different ways. It could mean that the singer has become emotionally unavailable or that they have tried to protect themselves from getting hurt by shutting down their emotions. The "coldness" could refer to the singer's inability to feel empathy towards the significant other or their situation. The line "I don't wanna be stuck up in this cold, cold world" further emphasizes the singer's emotional isolation. However, there is a glimmer of hope, as the singer says that they want to work things out, but they are unsure if the significant other wants the same.

Overall, "Box" is a song that captures the complexity of a relationship where both parties have been hurt, and it's unclear if they can rekindle what they once had. It's a song that speaks to the fear of vulnerability and the desire to protect oneself from getting hurt again.

Line by Line Meaning

Fussin' and fightin', we back at it again
We are arguing and fighting again.

I know that it's my fault, but you don't understand (no)
I accept responsibility for the situation, but you don't seem to understand.

I got memories, this is crazy
I have past memories that are overwhelming and intense.

You ain't nothing like the girl I used to know
You have changed, and you are not the same person I used to know.

Good with ma, good with pa, cool with all my niggas
You get along well with my family and friends.

I should try to decide, wanna let you in, but no
I am unsure about letting you back in my life.

That means memories, and it's crazy
Allowing you back would bring back past memories that are overwhelming and intense.

Girl, I really wanna work this out 'cause I'm tired of fightin'
I want to resolve our issues because I am tired of arguing.

And I really hope you still want me the way I want you
I hope that you still have feelings for me.

Damn, girl, I'm tryin'
I am making an effort to improve the situation.

It's no excuse, no excuse
I acknowledge that I cannot use any excuses.

But I got this
I am confident that I can handle this situation.

I got this icebox where my heart used to be (but I got this)
My heart is cold and unfeeling.

I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold
I feel emotionally numb.

Why can't I get it right?
I am having trouble resolving our issues.

Just can't let it go
I cannot move on from the past.

I opened up, she let me down
I became vulnerable and was disappointed.

I won't feel that no more
I do not want to experience that pain again.

I don't mean to take it out on you, baby, but I can't help it
I am sorry for directing my frustrations at you, but I cannot control my emotions.

'Cause my heart is in the same ol' condition that baby left it
My heart is still in pain from a previous relationship.

And I, I apologize for makin' you cry
I am sorry for causing you to cry.

Look me in my eye, and promise you won't do me the same
Promise me that you won't hurt me in the same way.

I don't wanna be stuck up in this cold, cold world
I don't want to be alone and emotionless.

Don't wanna mess this up, better keep your eye on me girl
I do not want to ruin our relationship, so please watch over me.

Girl, I really wanna work this out 'cause I'm tired of fightin'
I want to resolve our issues because I am tired of arguing.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, BMG Rights Management
Written by: JOHN SPIVERY, ANTONIO DIXON, EZEKIEL LEWIS, KERI HILSON, PATRICK MICHAEL SMITH, OMARI GRANDBERRY, KING LOGAN, TIMOTHY MOSLEY

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