Jay-Z ft Kanye West- Gotta Have It
Jay Z and Kanye Lyrics
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Mercedes truck, fuck, houses on acres
Blatantly ballin' on HD
Y'all need to step up y'all AV
Life changed again I was already taking off
My flight changed again
Slight change of winds
It's barely 12 noon and my wife changed again
Daddy need at least three weeks in the Hamptons
Please don't judge me, only hugged the block
I thought my daddy didn't love me
My baby getting chubby
Cue that Stevie Wonder music, aww isn't she lovely
Now I'm staring at praying that things don't get ugly
And I'm stuck in that old cycle like wife leaves hubby
Fuck joint custody
I need a joint right now
Just the thought alone fucks with me
High on life
I could die from the fall
Imagine if I hit the floor
Apologies in order
To Blue Ivy my daughter
If it was up to me
You would be with me
Sort of like daddy dearest
I dream filthy (my mom and pops) mixed me with Jamaican
(Rum and whiskey) what a set off (what a set off)
And I know I'm not perfect baby
I been through so much trauma
It gonna be hard to reverse it
With some doctors and some nurses maybe
Teach me on how to treat a lady
Open doors on the 'Cedes
This relationship shit is complicated
All I know is we ain't speaking everyday
I fucking hate it
I don't wanna duplicate it
I seen my mom and pop drive each other motherfuckin' crazy
And I got that nigga blood in me
I got his ego and his temper
All is missing is the drugs in me
High on life
I could die from the fall
Imagine if I hit the floor
Apologies in order
To Blue Ivy my daughter
If it was up to me
You would be with me
Sort of like daddy dearest
Father never taught me how to be a father, treat a mother
I don't wanna have to just repeat another leave another
Baby with no daddy want no mama drama
I just wanna take her back to a time when everything was calmer
Out in Paris on a terrace watching the Eiffel Tower
And a Ferris wheel yet and still, nothing could prepare us
For the beauty that you be Blue be
Looking in your eyes is like a mirror, have to face my fears
Cheer up, why can't you just be happy
Without these back and forth thoughts, you too much like your daddy
Badly I just wanna spent more time with him
Sadly life wouldn't let me get around with him
Now I got my own daughter, taught her how to take her first steps
Cut the cord watch her take her first breath
And I'm trying and I'm lying if I said I wasn't scared
But in life and death if I ain't here
Apologies in order
To Blue Ivy my daughter
If it was up to me
You would be with me
Sort of like daddy dearest
The lyrics to Jay Z and Foxy Brown's song, "Jay Z feat. Foxy Brown & Babyface," are a reflection of the rapper's maturation and growth as he navigates his way through fatherhood and family life. The opening lines speak to the success and wealth that he has achieved, with mentions of a Mercedes truck and houses on acres. However, the song quickly shifts to a more personal and vulnerable place as he discusses the challenges of raising a child and being a good partner.
Jay Z expresses his fears and insecurities as a new father, worrying about his daughter's well-being and his ability to be a good role model. He also acknowledges his own flaws and the negative traits that he has inherited from his father. The verses from Foxy Brown and Babyface provide a counterpoint to Jay Z's introspection, with more lighthearted lyrics about partying and enjoying success.
Overall, the song is a powerful statement about the complexities of modern masculinity and the challenges that come with navigating personal relationships and family life while pursuing career success.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's do this for these babies
Let's make this music for the next generation to come.
Mercedes truck, fuck, houses on acres
I have everything now, with my Mercedes truck and houses on acres.
Blatantly ballin' on HD
I'm living the high life and enjoying it.
Y'all need to step up y'all AV
You need to upgrade your lifestyle and keep up with me.
Life changed again I was already taking off
I was already on my way up but my life is still changing drastically.
My flight changed again
My plans are constantly changing.
Slight change of winds
Even a small change can disrupt my life.
It's barely 12 noon and my wife changed again
My wife's mood is unpredictable and constantly changing.
Baby need Pampers
I have to take care of my child's needs.
Daddy need at least three weeks in the Hamptons
I need a vacation to relax and ease the stress.
Please don't judge me, only hugged the block
Don't judge me for my past of living on the streets.
I thought my daddy didn't love me
I had insecurities about my relationship with my father.
My baby getting chubby
My child is growing up and gaining weight.
Cue that Stevie Wonder music, aww isn't she lovely
My child is adorable and I'm enjoying her growth.
Now I'm staring at praying that things don't get ugly
I'm worried about potential problems arising in my life.
And I'm stuck in that old cycle like wife leaves hubby
I'm dealing with the same relationship issues that my parents had.
Fuck joint custody
I don't want to share custody of my child with my wife if we get a divorce.
I need a joint right now
I need to smoke weed to relieve stress.
Just the thought alone fucks with me
Even the thought of sharing custody stresses me out.
High on life
I'm enjoying my life and success.
I could die from the fall
I'm aware that I could lose everything in an instant.
Imagine if I hit the floor
It's scary to think about losing everything I've worked for.
Apologies in order
I have regrets and wrongs that I need to apologize for.
To Blue Ivy my daughter
I'm talking directly to my child in this moment.
If it was up to me
If I had control over it.
You would be with me
I want to be with my child as much as possible.
Sort of like daddy dearest
Like how my father always wanted me around him.
Father never taught me how to be a father, treat a mother
I didn't have positive role models to teach me how to be a good father and partner.
I don't wanna have to just repeat another leave another
I don't want to leave another child without a father figure like I experienced.
Baby with no daddy want no mama drama
Children without fathers don't want the drama that comes with their mothers' relationships.
I just wanna take her back to a time when everything was calmer
I want to create a peaceful life for my child.
Out in Paris on a terrace watching the Eiffel Tower
I dream of experiencing beautiful moments with my child in Paris.
And a Ferris wheel yet and still, nothing could prepare us
Even with all of my wealth and success, I couldn't have predicted the joys and hardships of having a child.
For the beauty that you be Blue be
My child is so beautiful to me.
Looking in your eyes is like a mirror, have to face my fears
Having a child has made me confront my fears and flaws.
Cheer up, why can't you just be happy
I want my family to be happy, but there are obstacles in the way.
Without these back and forth thoughts, you too much like your daddy
I don't want my child to inherit my negative traits and thought patterns.
Badly I just wanna spent more time with him
I wish I had more time with my own father.
Sadly life wouldn't let me get around with him
Circumstances prevented me from having a closer relationship with my father.
Now I got my own daughter, taught her how to take her first steps
I'm proud of my own efforts in raising my child.
Cut the cord watch her take her first breath
Being there for my child's birth was a life-changing moment for me.
And I'm trying and I'm lying if I said I wasn't scared
I'm doing my best as a father, but I still have fears and uncertainties.
But in life and death if I ain't here
Even if I'm not physically present, my love for my child will always be there.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MM, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CARLOS BROADY, CHRIS GODBEY, CHRISTOPHER WALLACE, SEAN COMBS, SHAWN CARTER, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE, DARRYL MCDANIELS, NASHIEM MYRICK, TIMOTHY MOSLEY, JEROME HARMON
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WhodoyouthinkyouareIam
this beat is sick
Prudence Benita K
i stay bumping this on repeat!
Zephyr Gaming
i love this song and the beat
Killcam Famous
Damn i still cant decide whether i prefer this or Otis!!!
Felix Johnson
dis song is my favorite song ever!!!!!!
Greg H
hardest song on this whole album
Tom Tom
You have to be from Chicago to know Murder to Excellence is that song. Who cares, though.
Laura Taco Bell
so wish this song was longer
Plasma
FIRE!!!!!!!!!!!!! 'Nuff said!
Jack
They're like the kings of the game!