Give & Take
Karlee Steel Lyrics
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You don't know what I′m all about, oh yeah
Shit's running through my head
I don't think you understand
Sorry not sorry
I′m selfish and I′m wanting all of your love
Body to body
Cos I'm all about the give and take
You know what they say
Boy have it your way
Cos I′m all about the give and take
You know what they say
Boy have it your way
All about the give and take
Boy don't make me wait
I′m all about the give and take
Boy don't make me wait
I'm all about the give and take
Boy don′t make me wait
I′m all about the give and take
But imma take it all
Pour another drink
Hand it over watch it go down, oh yeah
Baby don't you blink
You might miss the fun I got planned, oh yeah
Sorry not sorry
I′m selfish and I'm wanting all of your love
Body to body
Exchanging these favours ′til I've had enough
Cos I′m all about the give and take
You know what they say
Boy have it your way
Cos I'm all about the give and take
You know what they say
Boy have it your way
All about the give and take
Boy don't make me wait
I′m all about the give and take
Boy don′t make me wait
I'm all about the give and take
Boy don′t make me wait
I'm all about the give and take
But imma take it all
But imma take it all
The lyrics of Karlee Steel's Give & Take are pretty straightforward. It's a song about someone who knows what they want and isn't afraid to go after it. They are unapologetic about their desires and selfish in their pursuit of pleasure. The repetition of the chorus highlights this theme: "Cos I'm all about the give and take, You know what they say, Boy have it your way". The singer is in control of the situation and is demanding to be satisfied.
The opening lines reveal the singer's frustration with their partner's lack of understanding. They feel like their partner isn't seeing the real them, and they are questioning whether they are on the same page. This frustration is compounded by the fact that their thoughts are racing, and they can't seem to get this person out of their head. The singer is left feeling unsatisfied and unsure of what to do next.
The lines, "Body to body, Exchanging these favours 'til I've had enough" refers to the give and take in a relationship. The singer is willing to give themselves fully to their partner, but they expect the same in return. This is reinforced by the repetition of the chorus, which emphasizes the idea that the singer wants to be in control of the relationship. The final line, "But imma take it all," drives this point home.
Overall, Give & Take is a song about power dynamics in relationships. The singer wants to be in control and get what they want, no matter the cost. It's a reminder that not all relationships are equal, and sometimes, one person has more power than the other.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm starting to think
I'm beginning to believe
You don't know what I'm all about, oh yeah
You don't understand who I really am
Shit's running through my head
I'm overwhelmed with thoughts
I don't think you understand
I don't think you comprehend
Sorry not sorry
I'm not really sorry
I'm selfish and I'm wanting all of your love
I'm only interested in getting your love
Body to body
Physical intimacy
Exchanging these favours 'til I've had enough
Doing things for each other until I reach my limit
Cos I'm all about the give and take
I believe in equal exchange
You know what they say
You know the cliché
Boy have it your way
Let the man be in control
All about the give and take
Believing in equal exchange
Boy don't make me wait
Don't make me wait for what I want
But imma take it all
I'm going to take everything I can get
Pour another drink
Drink more alcohol
Hand it over watch it go down, oh yeah
Pass me the drink and watch me consume it
Baby don't you blink
Don't miss anything
You might miss the fun I got planned, oh yeah
You might miss out on what I have planned
Boy don't make me wait
Don't make me wait for what I want
Writer(s): karlee steel
Contributed by Sydney O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Amna beauty
i love this song so so much i love the remix its so pretty its the most beautiful song i have never listen too
Gidget_music_autism
This makes me feel sad because if conlee is over 😢
Spirit Welch
Who is still watching this in 2019
Inna - Topic
Rip Karlee and Conner :(
Sweetheart women Soulful
Karlee steel you are lovely
curvy kitty
Cool song it would of been better if she actually tried to sing good.
Alina61 3
Vpms Company it’s your opinion but I think she sings good :)