The Worst in Me
KAYTRANADA Lyrics

Oh yeah, ooh
The song begins with a casual sigh, indicating a mixed feeling of joy and uncertainty.

Na, na, na
These words emphasize the singer's inability to express his complicated feelings for someone.

You make me a mess, oh
The person being talked to has a profound effect on the singer, causing restlessness and inner turmoil.

Never meant to love you so, no
The singer did not intend to fall in love with this person, suggesting the relationship may have been unexpected or even unwanted.

Playin' with my emotions
The person being talked to is toying with the singer's emotions, potentially causing confusion and anxiety.

Falling for you don't make no sense, ooh
The singer is conflicted because they feel strongly for this person despite it not logically making sense.

Never could have cried so easily, you
The singer is implying that the person has the power to make them emotional and vulnerable, which is not an easy feat.

Always get away with everything, I
The singer is suggesting the person being talked to has a tendency to not face the consequences of their actions.

Can't believe that I let, let you in
The singer is questioning their decision to let this person into their life despite the possible negative effects it has had on them.

Once again, and again, and again, oh, no, no
The singer realizes they have repeatedly let this person back into their life despite knowing the consequences.

Every time I, fuck, fight, we scream (All night)
The singer is describing a tumultuous cycle in the relationship involving sex, arguments, and yelling that goes on for hours.

I thought it was (This ain't how it's supposed to be)
The singer's expectations for this relationship were not met, leading to disappointment and confusion.

That means I feel (Something)
The singer acknowledges there are still feelings involved, despite the negative aspects of the relationship.

I want your love (You bring out the worst in me)
The singer is admitting they are still attracted to this person despite the negative impact they have had on their life.

Oh me, oh me, oh me Oh me, oh me (This ain't how it's supposed to be) Oh me, oh me
The singer is reiterating their surprise and disappointment with how the relationship turned out and how it has impacted them.

Yeah, I believe Oh me, oh me (You bring out the worst in me)
The singer is acknowledging that this relationship brings out their negative qualities but they still believe in the potential for love between them.

Every time you fall asleep I feel like it's finally peace of mind
The singer finds comfort when the person is not around, suggesting that the relationship causes emotional turmoil when they are awake.

Dancing in those memories Living a lie
The singer is reflecting on past memories with this person, but realizes they may have been living a false reality.

Ooh, never would have thought it'd come to this You, always change my mind, plant one little kiss
The singer is surprised that things turned out this way, but is acknowledging the person's power to change their mind and remind them of their attraction.

I believe) Oh me, oh me (You bring out the worst in me)
The singer reiterates their belief in a potential relationship with this person, despite acknowledging their negative effect on them.