Ungrateful
J. Lately Lyrics
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Ain’t nothin’ that you paid for
Got it all but you take more
In the end gon’ be painful
Baby you so ungrateful
(Woah, oh, oh)
I swear you so ungrateful
(Woah, oh, oh)
By myself even when I’m right next to you
All alone
I wonder how far I’ll let it go
We inching closer to the end of the road
But I can’t pull that trigger even if it’s for my own good
Tryna keep my distance from this bitch but I never could
Heartbreaking sippin’ bottles and I’m burnin’ the bush
I been dying can’t deny it for you I probably would
Hate that I been getting famous acting too Hollywood
Getting my hands on prescription drugs doctors never could
Know exactly what I’m doing I don’t need your input
I been too misunderstood but at least I’m feeling good
Baby you so ungrateful
Ain’t nothin’ that you paid for
Got it all but you take more
In the end gon’ be painful
Baby you so ungrateful
(Woah, oh, oh)
I swear you so ungrateful
(Woah, oh, oh)
And you’re eyes look like stars in the sky
I can’t say what I’m feeling inside
You insane if you can’t feel the vibes
Know I need you I don’t need to say it twice
Through the highs and the lows are you there
(Are you there?)
Had to learn living life’s never fair (It ain’t fair)
Understand it’s your fault, I don’t care (I don’t care)
In my mind, in my thoughts, so beware
I been tryna find someone but they all acting the same
Lonely stoner, I’m a poser, and it won’t ever change
Only way I’m gonna make it, take it straight to my grave
I’ll put on for my city and let them lead me away
I’m like “god please give me someone can’t do this by myself”
They put me on prescriptions and told me it’s gonna help
That just made me dependent and put me back on the pills
Body feeling so froze this life is giving me chills
(Feelings real as the stars in the sky)
(By surprise out the corner of my eye)
(Only thing that ever made me feel alive)
(With me, kiss all your innocence goodbye)
(Oh woah, oh woah)
(You so ungrateful)
(Ungrateful, ungrateful)
In "Ungrateful" by J. Lately, the lyrics delve into a relationship where one partner feels unappreciated and taken advantage of. The singer expresses frustration with their significant other's lack of gratitude, highlighting how nothing seems to be enough for them. Despite the singer's efforts to bridge the emotional distance and make the relationship work, they realize that they are only hurting themselves in the process. The lyrics also touch on themes of fame, addiction, and feeling misunderstood.
The song opens with the line "Baby you so ungrateful, ain't nothin' that you paid for," indicating that the partner in question does not acknowledge or appreciate the efforts made to support them. The singer struggles with the growing disconnect in the relationship, feeling alone even when physically together. There is a sense of despair as they ponder how much more they can endure, recognizing that they may be nearing the end of the road. Despite the toxic nature of the relationship, the singer admits they are unable to sever ties and move on due to their emotional attachment.
The lyrics also touch on the singer's struggles with fame and the pressure that comes with it. They speak about the allure of Hollywood and the temptation to numb their pain with drugs. This hints at the turmoil beneath the surface, suggesting that their fame has brought both joy and heartache. The mention of being misunderstood, feeling good but also dependent on medication, and the desire for someone to support them in their journey all contribute to the complexities of their emotional state.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby you so ungrateful
You lack appreciation and gratitude
Ain’t nothin’ that you paid for
You haven't contributed anything
Got it all but you take more
You constantly demand and take without giving
In the end gon’ be painful
Your actions will have consequences and cause pain
I can’t help but to think what is next with you
I constantly worry about what you'll do next
By myself even when I’m right next to you
I feel lonely and unsupported even when you're physically present
All alone
I feel isolated and lonely
I wonder how far I’ll let it go
I question how much I'll tolerate
We inching closer to the end of the road
Our relationship is slowly coming to an end
But I can’t pull that trigger even if it’s for my own good
I can't end the relationship, even if it would benefit me
Tryna keep my distance from this bitch but I never could
I'm trying to distance myself from you, but I can't
Heartbreaking sippin’ bottles and I’m burnin’ the bush
I'm drowning my sorrows and seeking temporary relief
I been dying can’t deny it for you I probably would
I've been suffering, and I might sacrifice myself for you
Hate that I been getting famous acting too Hollywood
I dislike the fact that I've become pretentious and arrogant
Getting my hands on prescription drugs doctors never could
I'm obtaining drugs illegally that doctors wouldn't prescribe
Know exactly what I’m doing I don’t need your input
I'm aware of my actions and don't require your opinion
I been too misunderstood but at least I’m feeling good
I'm often misunderstood, but at least I find solace
And your eyes look like stars in the sky
Your eyes are captivating and beautiful
I can’t say what I’m feeling inside
I struggle to express my emotions verbally
You insane if you can’t feel the vibes
You must be crazy if you can't sense the energy between us
Know I need you I don’t need to say it twice
I want you to understand that I require you without repeating myself
Through the highs and the lows are you there
Will you be there during both the good and bad times?
(Are you there?)
(Are you there?)
Had to learn living life’s never fair (It ain’t fair)
I had to realize that life is often unjust
Understand it’s your fault, I don’t care (I don’t care)
I acknowledge it's your fault, but I'm indifferent
In my mind, in my thoughts, so beware
Be cautious of my thoughts that you can't see
I been tryna find someone but they all acting the same
I've been attempting to find a genuine person, but they all behave similarly
Lonely stoner, I’m a poser, and it won’t ever change
I'm a lonely person who pretends to be someone I'm not, and that won't change
Only way I’m gonna make it, take it straight to my grave
The only path to success for me is to continue down this destructive path until the end
I’ll put on for my city and let them lead me away
I'll represent my city and let its influence guide me towards my demise
I’m like 'god please give me someone can’t do this by myself'
I pray to God, hoping for someone who can support me because I can't handle this alone
They put me on prescriptions and told me it’s gonna help
They prescribed me drugs and claimed it would provide assistance
That just made me dependent and put me back on the pills
Instead, it made me reliant and caused me to resume taking pills
Body feeling so froze this life is giving me chills
My body feels numb, and this life is causing me mental distress
(Feelings real as the stars in the sky)
(These feelings are genuine, just like the stars in the sky)
(By surprise out the corner of my eye)
(Unexpectedly, catching my attention)
(Only thing that ever made me feel alive)
(You are the only thing that has ever made me feel truly alive)
(With me, kiss all your innocence goodbye)
(With me, you'll lose your innocence)
(Oh woah, oh woah)
(Oh woah, oh woah)
(You so ungrateful)
(You are extremely unappreciative)
(Ungrateful, ungrateful)
(Ungrateful, ungrateful)
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Written by: Bradyn Schultz, Carson Czuk
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