Why I Love You
Jay-Z & Kanye West (Watch The Throne) Lyrics

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Expression of love and fondness

I love you so
Describing depth of positive feelings towards a person or group

But why I love you
Questioning the reasons for these feelings

I'll never know
Statement of uncertainty or confusion about the source of emotions

Picture if you will, that the thrones burning
Setting the scene of chaos and destruction

Romes burning and I'm sitting in the corner all alone burning
Feeling isolated and overwhelmed amidst chaos

Why does it always end up like this?
Questioning the inevitability of negative situations

Something that we don't determine
Recognizing that some circumstances are beyond our control

Same people that I fought for
Referring to the loyalty and dedication to a group of individuals

That I fight for, that I ride for
Echoing the sentiment of devotion and support

That I live for, that I die for
Emphasizing the extreme levels of loyalty and commitment

Be the reason that these niggas is alive for
Acknowledging the role in other's survival or success

And they want me dead
Recognizing the presence of danger or enemies

But I'm sorry but I just can't die for you
Asserting boundaries and limitations for self-preservation

But I can make 'em put their hands in the sky for you
Commitment to inspire others and rally support

We waiting for the fireworks like July fourth
Anticipating exciting moments of celebration and achievement

Get fly more, get high more, cry boy, why for?
Questioning the motivations and value of hedonistic experiences

When the grief is over, beef is over,
Expressing a desire for conflict resolution

I'll be fly when Easter's over
Indicating a prolonged commitment to style and status

I tried to teach niggas how to be kings
Ambition to uplift and empower others

And all they ever wanted to be was soldiers
Frustration with lack of ambition or autonomy from followers

So the love is gone
Acknowledging a loss of affection or connection

'til blood is drawn
Emphasizing the seriousness of conflict and the need to fight back

So we no longer wear the same uniform
Acknowledging a divergence in values and loyalties

Fuck you squares, the circle got smaller
Rejecting conformist attitudes and associating with a smaller, close-knit group

The castle got bigger, the walls got taller
Expressing a desire for stronger defenses and greater prestige

And truth be told after all that said
Acknowledging a candid or factual observation

Niggas still got love for you
Recalling the emotional connection and bond that still exists despite conflict or separation

Showed love to you niggas
Expressing past displays of affection and loyalty

You ripped out my heart and you stepped on it
Betrayal and emotional pain caused by others

I picked up the pieces, before you swept on it
Resilience and determination to recover from hurtful actions by others

Goddamn this shit leaves a mess don't it
Frustration with the emotional aftermath of betrayal or conflict

Shit feelin' like death don't it
Comparing the emotional pain to physical suffering or death

Charge it to the game, whatever's left on it
Advising to accept the consequences of actions and persevere through challenges

I spent about a minute, maybe less on it
Downplaying the significance of a situation or conflict

Fly pelican fly, turn the jets on it
Asserting strength and decisiveness in moving forward

But first I shall digress on it
Pausing to reflect or provide context for a situation

Wasn't I a good king?
Challenging others to recognize the effort and leadership given

(Maybe too much of a good thing, huh?)
Sarcastic acknowledgement of excessive care or generosity

Didn't I spoil you? Me or the money, what you loyal to?
Questioning the authenticity and depth of loyalty from others

(Huh, I gave you my loyalty)
Asserting the role of devotion and commitment given to others

Made you Royalty and royalties
Empowering others to feel valuable and successful

(Took care of these niggas lawyer fees)
Providing support and financial assistance for others

And this is how niggas rewardin' me
Expressing disappointment or frustration with a lack of gratitude or reciprocation

Bussin' at me, b-b-b-bussin' at me
Referencing the presence of violence or danger

But I'm bullet proof, bitch you can't get nothin' past me
Asserting strength and resilience against attacks

Got body armor (A nigga gotta watch the throne)
Acknowledging the need for protection and vigilance in leadership positions

And I'm bussin' back, so niggas in a glass house should not throw stones
Fighting back against attackers with equal force

What do you do when the love turns the hate?
Questioning strategies for dealing with a change in feelings or attitudes

(Gotta separate from these fuckin' fakes)
Advocating for distancing from dishonest or disloyal individuals

Caesar didn't see it so he ceased to assist
Referencing the historical assassination of Julius Caesar due to betrayal

So the nigga that killed him had keys to his shit
Acknowledging the access and power of those who betray others

Am I my brother's keeper?
Rhetorical question about responsibility for others

(Only if that nigga don't creep up)
Conditional statement of care and support for others

Got a pistol under my pillow
Asserting readiness and preparedness for danger

(I've never been a deep sleeper)
Indicating an alert and cautious mentality towards threats

P-p-p-paranoia
Referencing the psychological condition of anxiety and fear

(Cause the nigga that said he'll)
Explaining the reason for fear or suspicion

Blast for ya (Is now)
Describing the potential for violence or retribution

Blastin' for ya, that's an assassin for ya
Describing the dangerous and lethal nature of attackers

(These niggas got a shot they'll shoot)
Recognizing the potential for violence and harm from others

Please lord (Forgive him)
Expression of prayer and hope for forgiveness

For these niggas (Not know)
Expressing empathy and forgiveness for those who may not understand the consequences of their actions

What they, (Do) (Ooh)
Questioning the intentions and choices of others