The Worst
Jhené Aiko ft Jaden Lyrics
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Tell me what you say
Come again?
If you cannot stay down
Then you do not have to pretend
Like there is no way out
I shoulda never let you in
And don't take this personal
But you're the worst
You know what you've done to me
And although it hurts I know
I just can't keep runnin' away
I don't need you
I don't need you
I don't need you
I don't need you
But I want you
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
But I love you
Tell me what you say now
Tell me what you say?
You said that you would come again
You (said) that we would remain friends but
You know that I do not depend on
Nothing or no one
So why would you show up
So uninvited then
Just change my mind like that
Please don't take this personal
But you ain't shit
And you weren't special
Til I made you so
You better act like you know
That I've been through worse than you
I just can't keep running away
(But I don't need you)
I don't need you
I don't need you
I don't need you
I don't need you
But I want you
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
But I love you
Everybody's like
He's no item
Please don't like em
He don't wife em
He one nights em
I never listened
No
I shoulda figured though
All that shit you was spittin'
So unoriginal
But it was you
So I was with it
Then tell you the truth
Wish we never did it
Cause I usually do
Stick to the business
But you came out the blue
And then you just flipped it
God damn baby
My mind's blown
Be forgettin'
You live in a different time zone
Think I know what this is
It's just the time's wrong
Yeah I know what you did
But baby I'm grown
And my love is patient
And kind, and shit
This is real we can build
Through different types of shit
If you was really the realest
Wouldn't be fightin' it
I think your pride is just
In the way
Funny how everything changed
Once you got all that you wanted
Nothing was ever the same
And though
I don't need you
I don't need you
I don't need you
I don't need you
I still want you
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
But I love you
I don't need you
I don't need you
I don't need you
I don't need you
But I want you
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
I don't mean to
But I love you
The lyrics of Jhené Aiko's "The Worst" depict a tumultuous relationship characterized by love, hurt, disappointment, and betrayal. The singer expresses her frustration with her partner's inconsistency, vacillation, and unreliability. She questions his motives and intentions, as he keeps changing his mind and coming in and out of her life without warning. She admits that she still wants him despite his flaws and acknowledges that her love for him is contradictory and complicated. She implies that her partner is not worth her time and energy and that she deserves better, but at the same time, she can't help but feel attached to him. The chorus of the song, "I don't need you, but I want you," encapsulates the singer's inner turmoil and ambivalence towards her lover.
The verses also highlight the power imbalance in the relationship, with the male partner being portrayed as selfish, disrespectful, and shallow. He is described as a player who doesn't commit to anyone and only uses women for one-night stands. The singer reveals that she fell for his charm and promises initially, but quickly realized that he was not as genuine or unique as he seemed. She resents the fact that she wasted her time and emotions on someone who didn't appreciate her worth and left her heartbroken. Despite her anger and disappointment, she still can't help but love him and wish things could be different.
Overall, "The Worst" is a poignant and relatable portrayal of the messy and complicated nature of love and relationships. It captures the conflicting emotions and thoughts that arise when one is in love with someone who is not good for them. It also highlights the importance of self-respect and setting boundaries in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me what you say now?
Asking to repeat what was said before to make sure there is no misunderstanding
Tell me what you say
Request for clarification on what was said or heard
Come again?
Asking for repetition or request for clarification
If you cannot stay down
If you cannot remain committed and loyal
Then you do not have to pretend
Don't have to pretend to be committed or loyal
Like there is no way out
As if there are no other choices
I shoulda never let you in
I regret allowing you into my life
Cause you got me fazed out
Because you have me confused, uncertain or feeling lost
And don't take this personal
Don't be hurt by what I am about to say
But you're the worst
You are the worst person or situation that has happened to me
You know what you've done to me
You are aware of the pain you have caused me
And although it hurts I know
Even though it causes me pain, I understand and accept the situation
I just can't keep runnin' away
I am tired of avoiding or running from the situation
I don't need you
I am capable of living my life without you
But I want you
But I still desire you
I don't mean to
I don't intend to
But I love you
But I still have deep feelings of love for you
You said that you would come again
You promised to come back or return
You (said) that we would remain friends but
You promised to remain friends but
You know that I do not depend on
You are aware that I don't rely on
Nothing or no one
Anything or anyone
So why would you show up
Why did you unexpectedly arrive
So uninvited then
Without an invitation or warning
Please don't take this personal
Please do not be personally offended by what I say next
But you ain't shit
You are not worthy or valuable
And you weren't special
You were not unique or significant
Til I made you so
Until I gave you importance or meaning
You better act like you know
You should behave as if you are aware
That I've been through worse than you
I have experienced more challenging or difficult situations than you
I just can't keep running away
I am tired of avoiding or escaping from the situation
Everybody's like
Everyone else thinks or believes
He's no item
He is not a significant or valuable item/person
Please don't like em
Please don't form a positive opinion of him
He don't wife em
He doesn't marry them
He one nights em
He has one night stands with them
I never listened
I never paid attention
No
No, I didn't
I shoulda figured though
I should have known
All that shit you was spittin'
All those words you were saying
So unoriginal
So lacking in creativity or originality
But it was you
But it was something about you that made it okay
So I was with it
So I went along with it
Then tell you the truth
Let me be honest with you
Wish we never did it
I regret that we did what we did
Cause I usually do
Because I typically
Stick to the business
Stay focused on practical or professional matters
But you came out the blue
But you appeared out of nowhere
And then you just flipped it
And then you changed everything
God damn baby
Wow, baby
My mind's blown
I am surprised or shocked
Be forgettin'
Sometimes forget
You live in a different time zone
You live in a different part of the world
Think I know what this is
I have an idea of what is happening
It's just the time's wrong
It's not the right time for this to work out
Yeah I know what you did
I am aware of what you did
But baby I'm grown
But I am mature enough to handle it
And my love is patient
I am willing to wait and be patient
And kind, and shit
And forgiving and understanding
This is real we can build
This is a real relationship that can develop
Through different types of shit
Despite the difficulties we may face
If you was really the realest
If you were actually the most genuine or honest
Wouldn't be fightin' it
You would not be struggling with it
I think your pride is just
I believe your ego is only trying to
In the way
Prevent us from moving forward or being happy
Funny how everything changed
Interesting how everything is different now
Once you got all that you wanted
Once you received everything you desired
Nothing was ever the same
Nothing remained the same
I still want you
I still have a desire for you
Contributed by Nolan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ashontiriase3007
It’s been like 10 years and I’m still on this damn verse
@ReallySleepii
Jaden killed this shit
@noxvi5309
4 real :D
@kiddfrenzii
*****
whats wrong with your eyes?
@ziadzee54
Mel Mesh what eyes lol
@jaswakeup9088
Here in 2020, wish Jaden made verses like this still
@ChacciYoung
JAS WAKE UP
RIGHT
@nanayaa7589
Exactly
@malsoliano
As an artist he has to evolve and move away from his old style cuz you wanna stand out and try new things
@nyakallomakwela510
YES YES YES 😭