The Pressure
Jhenй Aiko Lyrics
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More than you'll ever know
More than you'll ever know
Please do not drive me crazy, crazy
Unless you're gonna go
With me
No pressure
The pressure
The pressure will make you feel
Up till the sun rises
There's no compromising
I know, I know, I know
You are such a liar
I never denied you
I was for sure
But it's really out of my control
The way you feel is not my problem
I don't wanna see you go
But I don't have time to solve this
And you don't have the right
After all you put me through
I'm starting to realise
Pressure
The pressure I know you feel
Pressure
The pressure just keep it real
Major weed smoke in the air
Pass it like you just don't care
Have you seen my fucks to give?
I have none, I cannot live with
The pressure
The pressure you know I feel
The pressure
The pressure to keep it real
Pay attention to the signs
Stay and listen, you will find
Everything, ain't rocket science
Every gem is not a diamond
But the pressure
The pressure will make you feel
The pressure
The pressure
The pressure will make you feel
In Jhené Aiko's song The Pressure, the lyrics express a complicated relationship and the anxiety that comes along with it. The first stanza suggests that the singer cares deeply for their partner, but the relationship is causing emotional turmoil. While the singer wants to be with their partner, they only want to continue if the partner is serious. The singer then addresses the partner, saying that they do not want to be driven "crazy". The chorus "No pressure, I know you're real, The pressure, the pressure will make you feel" seems to suggest that the singer is trying to encourage their partner to prove their commitment without putting additional pressure on the relationship.
In the second stanza, the singer acknowledges the difficulties in the relationship, but states that it is out of their control. The singer encourages their partner to be honest and upfront, but also acknowledges that the partner does not have the right to cause additional stress after the "pressure" they have already put the singer through. The bridge seems to suggest that the stress of the relationship is causing the singer to detach themselves, with the line "I have none, I cannot live with". The song concludes with the idea that everything is not always as complicated as it seems, and that the pressure of the situation will make the partner feel the need to prove themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
I care about you baby, baby
I have strong feelings towards you, my love.
More than you'll ever know
My affection for you is beyond your comprehension.
Please do not drive me crazy, crazy
I cannot handle the irrationality caused by your actions.
Unless you're gonna go
Unless you intend to leave me.
No pressure
I'm not putting any expectations on you.
No pressure, I know you're real
I understand that you are genuine.
The pressure
The stress in this situation.
The pressure will make you feel
The stress will have an impact on you.
Up till the sun rises
Until dawn.
There's no compromising
I won't change my stance.
I know, I know, I know
I am fully aware of what's happening.
You are such a liar
You frequently lie.
I never denied you
I never rejected you.
I was for sure
I was certainly interested in you.
But it's really out of my control
I have no power over this situation.
The way you feel is not my problem
I am not responsible for your emotions.
I don't wanna see you go
I don't desire for you to leave.
But I don't have time to solve this
I am short on time to fix this problem.
And you don't have the right
You are not permitted.
After all you put me through
Considering all the hurt you've inflicted upon me.
I'm starting to realise
I'm beginning to understand.
Major weed smoke in the air
Lots of marijuana smoke surrounding us.
Pass it like you just don't care
Smoke it without much thought or concern.
Have you seen my fucks to give?
I have no energy or interest in this matter.
I have none, I cannot live with
I don't have any, and I can't tolerate it.
Pay attention to the signs
Take heed of the indications.
Stay and listen, you will find
If you remain and listen, you'll discover.
Everything, ain't rocket science
It's not overly difficult to comprehend.
Every gem is not a diamond
Not everything valuable is a diamond.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRIAN WARFIELD, MAC ROBINSON, JHENE AIKO CHILOMBO
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