On January 10, 2019, after the accusations to R Kelly, Lady Gaga decided to retire the song from all the streaming platforms.
Do What U Want ft. R. Kelly
Lady Gaga Lyrics
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Yeah yeah
Huh oh
Whoa whoa
Oh
I
I feel goodI walk alone
But then I trip over myself and I fall, I
I stand up
And then I'm OK
But then you print some shit that makes me want to scream
So do what you want, what you want with my body
Do what you want, don't stop, let's party
Do what you want, what you want with my body
Do what you want, what you want with my body
Write what you want, say what you want 'bout me
If you're wondering, know that I'm not sorry
Do what you want, what you want with my body
What you want with my body
You can't have my heart and you won't use my mind but
Do what you want with my body
Do what you want with my body
You can't stop my voice 'cause
You don't own my life but
Do what you want with my body
Do what you want with my body
My bones hurt from all the show hmm
But I don't feel the pain 'cause I'm a pro II sink in and then I'm okay eh,
'Cause my body belongs to you when I'm on stage eh
So do what you want, what you want with my body
Do what you want, don't stop, let's party
Do what you want, what you want with my body
Do what you want, what you want with my body
Write what you want, say what you want 'bout me
If you're wondering, know that I'm not sorry
Do what you want, what you want with my body
What you want with my body!
You can't have my heart and
You won't use my mind but
Do what you want with my body
Do what you want with my body
You can't stop my voice 'cause
You don't own my life but
Do what you want with my body
Do what you want with my body
Sometimes I'm scared I suppose
If you ever let me go
I would fall apart (apart)
If you break my heart
So just take my body
And don't stop the party (ayy)
You can't have my heart
And you won't use my mind but
Do what you want with my body
Do what you want with my body
You can't stop my voice 'cause
You don't own my life but
Do what you want with my body
Do what you want with my body
Do what you want with me
What you want, Lady Gaga?
What you want with me, Christina?
Oh, what you want with my body
Do what you want with me
What you want with my body
Do what you want with me
What you want with my body, world
Help me now
What you want with my body (world, what you want with my body)
Do what you want with my body
The lyrics of Lady Gaga's "Do What U Want" ft. R. Kelly depict the singer's feelings towards the press and media, which have often criticized her public image and personal life. Gaga expresses her frustration with tabloid journalism and the negative portrayals of her in the media, but also acknowledges her willingness to allow others to use her body for their own entertainment. The song has been interpreted as a commentary on society's objectification and commodification of women's bodies, particularly in the entertainment industry.
The chorus, "Do what you want, what you want with my body," can be seen as a nod to the systemic objectification of women, as well as a message of empowerment for women to take control of their own bodies and sexuality. Meanwhile, the lines "You can't have my heart and you won't use my mind" suggest that Gaga is aware of the potential harm caused by allowing others to use her body, but she is still willing to do so to further her career.
Overall, "Do What U Want" is a complex song that can be interpreted in a variety of ways. While some see it as a feminist anthem about sexual empowerment, others view it as problematic due to R. Kelly's involvement on the track and his history of sexual abuse allegations.
Line by Line Meaning
Huh oh
Expressing a feeling of surprise or emotion.
Yeah yeah
An enthusiastic agreement or encouragement.
Huh oh
Expressing a feeling of surprise or emotion.
Whoa woa
Expressing a moment of shock or awe.
Oh
Expressing a feeling of realization or acknowledgement.
I
Referring to the singer, Lady Gaga.
I feel good
Lady Gaga feels good about herself and is confident.
I walk alone
Lady Gaga is an independent person, who is capable of being alone.
But then I trip over myself and I fall, I
Lady Gaga makes mistakes, experiences failure but picks herself up with resilience.
I stand up
Lady Gaga picks herself up after every failure and stands up to keep going.
And then I'm OK
Lady Gaga is okay after overcoming her failures because of her resilience.
But then you print some shit that makes me want to scream
Lady Gaga gets upset when people publish negative things about her.
So do what you want, what you want with my body
Lady Gaga allows people to have control over her body according to their wishes.
Do what you want, don't stop, let's party
Encouraging people to have a good time and do what they want with her body.
Write what you want, say what you want 'bout me
Lady Gaga wants people to express their opinions about her without worrying about her reaction.
If you're wondering, know that I'm not sorry
Lady Gaga is not sorry for being herself, and will not apologize for anything she does.
You can't have my heart and you won't use my mind but
Lady Gaga is strong willed and will not let anyone have control over her heart and mind.
My bones hurt from all the show hmm
Lady Gaga acknowledges the physical pain she endures while performing on stage.
But I don't feel the pain 'cause I'm a pro I
Lady Gaga knows how to handle the pain and ignore it because of her experience and professionalism.
I sink in and then I'm okay eh
Lady Gaga is able to immerse herself in her performance and feel better despite feeling pain earlier.
'Cause my body belongs to you when I'm on stage eh
Lady Gaga gives her body to her fans while she is on stage performing for them.
Sometimes I'm scared I suppose
Lady Gaga has fears like every human being.
If you ever let me go
Lady Gaga fears losing the support of her fans.
I would fall apart (apart)
Lady Gaga's life would completely fall apart without the support of her fans.
If you break my heart
Lady Gaga is emotionally invested in her fans and feels betrayed if they do not support her.
So just take my body
Lady Gaga wants her fans to take control of her body during her performances.
And don't stop the party (ey!)
Lady Gaga wants her fans to keep the party going by enjoying themselves at her show.
Do what you want with me
Lady Gaga allows people to do anything they want with her emotionally and physically.
What you want make it?
Lady Gaga asks her fans to take her where they want her to go emotionally.
What you want will make us cleaner
Lady Gaga believes that fans having what they want from her will make them all feel better.
What you want with my body
Lady Gaga repeats the idea that fans can do anything they want with her body.
Help me now
A plea for help or support from fans.
What you want with my body (world)(what you want with my body)
A reminder that the entire world has control over her body when she is on stage.
Do what you want with my body
The refrain repeats that fans have freedom to use her body as they wish.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Stefani J. Germanotta, Robert S. Kelly, Paul Edward Blair, William Sami Etienne Grigahcine, Martin Bresso
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@d.l.t7421
The version with R. Kelly is the best.
@EddieEscatel-kt7uv
Hell yeah I agree 👍
@JiaPia3
Truth. Christina and Lady Gaga‘s voices sound too similar in this song. I can’t tell who’s singing what when they are singing together. Either way though, R. Kelly was a musical genius. He might be a criminal, but you can’t say he did not know music.
@EddieEscatel-kt7uv
Bigg facts bigg rackks@@JiaPia3
@kaylahchristie
@@JiaPia3 Might? Babe, he is a sexual predator and manipulator. But he did know music but lets not forget about the MULTIPLE crimes he committed
@RoxxiRay
I completely agree and I’m trying to figure out why the R.Kelly version not on Spotify.
@JiaPia3
I’m obsessed with this song. I’ll never understand why people didn’t understand _ArtPop_. It’s such a dope album. Ahead of its time in subject matter and style.
@TheUltimateNatural
What subject matter?
@felipe-dd7vx
Wish it wasn’t true but r kelly ate
@Alluring.Pisces_
Left no crumbs