Selfish
Lane Lyrics


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Don't give up on me
Cuz that's enough for me
I cannot change my was but I can change my dreams
But I can chase my dreams
Im in my zone but I can't help it
My heart used to be melted
Now its froze
Lately I been selfish
Selfish
I been Selfish
I just want everything to myself
I been selfish
Selfish
I been selfish
Cuz I don't wanna lose no more
Way too many losses
I don't think that you know what it cost me
It take 0 dollars just to keep it real
And on the day that you didn't do that, that's the day you lost me
Now I got used to this flossing
Im catching the wave like a dolphin
Im switching my lane too often
Thats cuz I been on them planes too often
Do me a favor don't do me no favors
I don't owe nobody nothing
I want it all but i'm losing my patience
I ain't got time for the bluffing
They act like they don't see me working and ima act like I don't see you at all
I had to sacrifice, When I see the top then we got ball
Don't give up on me
Cuz that's enough for me
I cannot change my was but I can change my dreams
But I can chase my dreams
Im in my zone but I can't help it
My heart used to be melted
Now its froze
Lately I been selfish
Selfish
I been Selfish
I just want everything to myself
I been selfish
Selfish
I been selfish
Cuz I don't wanna lose no more
Way outa sight, way outa mind
You see the ambition in my eyes
Ain't nobody taking me off you know where i'm from
I step on ya neck if you try
Phone on do not disturb
I don't like to speak with a lot of words
I tend to speak with my actions no Bronson
I ain't tryna hang with nobody but bosses
Ain't too many real these days
Or maybe i'm stuck in my ways
I been giving a lot, but it turn me to someone i'm not
What you gone do, Give it all that I got
Its my time now
Only way is up I can't wind down
I been up all night like a light house so
Don't give up on me
Cuz that's enough for me
I cannot change my was but I can change my dreams
But I can chase my dreams
Im in my zone but I can't help it
My heart used to be melted
Now its froze
Lately I been selfish
Selfish
I been Selfish
I just want everything to myself
I been selfish
Selfish




I been selfish
Cuz I don't wanna lose no more

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Lane's song "Selfish" explore themes of personal growth, ambition, and a desire for self-preservation. The song begins with the artist acknowledging his past mistakes and expressing a desire for change. He admits to being selfish and wanting everything for himself, possibly as a defense mechanism to avoid further losses and disappointments. The lyrics hint at a sense of vulnerability and a need to protect oneself from potential pain.


The verse about sacrifices and the pursuit of success reflects Lane's determination and work ethic. He emphasizes that he doesn't owe anyone anything and doesn't have the time for deception or insincerity. The lyrics convey a message of self-confidence and a refusal to be distracted or held back by negativity. Instead, Lane focuses on his goals and ambitions, ready to step on anyone who tries to impede his progress.


The chorus repeats the theme of selfishness, with Lane admitting that he wants everything for himself. This could portray a fear of losing again or a personal preference for independence and control. The song ends with Lane asserting that he cannot change his past actions but can change his dreams and continues to chase them relentlessly.


Overall, "Selfish" is a song that speaks to Lane's determination to protect himself while pursuing his dreams and refusing to be held down by anyone or anything.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't give up on me
Please continue to have faith in me and support me


Cuz that's enough for me
Because your belief in me is sufficient motivation


I cannot change my was but I can change my dreams
I may not be able to alter my past, but I have the power to shape my future aspirations


But I can chase my dreams
I can actively pursue and strive for my ambitions


Im in my zone but I can't help it
I am fully engaged and focused, unable to resist my intense drive and determination


My heart used to be melted
My emotions were once tender and vulnerable


Now its froze
However, now my heart has become cold and guarded


Lately I been selfish
Recently, I have been primarily concerned with my own desires and needs


Selfish
Self-centeredness prevails


I been Selfish
I have exhibited selfishness


I just want everything to myself
I desire to possess and control everything exclusively for my own benefit


Cuz I don't wanna lose no more
Because I am afraid of experiencing further losses or failure


Way too many losses
I have suffered a significant number of setbacks and defeats


I don't think that you know what it cost me
I don't believe you fully understand the personal toll these losses have taken on me


It take 0 dollars just to keep it real
Maintaining authenticity requires no monetary expense


And on the day that you didn't do that, that's the day you lost me
If you fail to remain genuine, that's when you no longer have my loyalty


Now I got used to this flossing
I have grown accustomed to displaying my success and wealth


Im catching the wave like a dolphin
I am riding the current trend or popularity with great skill


Im switching my lane too often
I am frequently changing my approach or direction in pursuit of my goals


Thats cuz I been on them planes too often
This is because I have been traveling frequently, possibly for business or personal reasons


Do me a favor don't do me no favors
I would prefer if you refrain from offering me any assistance or special treatment


I don't owe nobody nothing
I am not indebted or obligated to anyone


I want it all but i'm losing my patience
I desire complete success and fulfillment, but my patience is waning


I ain't got time for the bluffing
I have no time or tolerance for insincerity or empty promises


They act like they don't see me working and ima act like I don't see you at all
People pretend not to notice or acknowledge my hard work, so I reciprocate the indifference by ignoring them


I had to sacrifice, When I see the top then we got ball
I have had to make sacrifices in order to achieve success, and when I reach the pinnacle, we will celebrate and enjoy ourselves


Way outa sight, way outa mind
If something is not prominently visible, it is easily forgotten or disregarded


You see the ambition in my eyes
You can easily perceive the determination and drive reflected in my gaze


Ain't nobody taking me off you know where i'm from
Nobody can distract or sway me from my roots and the values instilled in me by my upbringing


I step on ya neck if you try
I will assertively overpower and dominate any opposition or threat that arises


Phone on do not disturb
My phone is set to an interrupt-free mode, indicating my focus on important matters


I don't like to speak with a lot of words
I prefer to communicate concisely and efficiently, without unnecessary verbosity


I tend to speak with my actions no Bronson
I often express myself or convey my intentions through my actions, similar to the way Charles Bronson's characters do in his films


I ain't tryna hang with nobody but bosses
I am not interested in associating with individuals who lack influence, power, or success


Ain't too many real these days
Genuine and trustworthy people are becoming scarce in contemporary times


Or maybe i'm stuck in my ways
Perhaps I am resistant to change and firmly set in my beliefs or habits


I been giving a lot, but it turn me to someone i'm not
I have been overly generous and self-sacrificing, resulting in a loss of my true identity


What you gone do, Give it all that I got
Considering the circumstances, I will give my maximum effort and utilize all of my abilities


Its my time now
This is the period when I am meant to shine and assert myself


Only way is up I can't wind down
The only direction for me is upward; I cannot relax or slow down my pace


I been up all night like a light house so
I have been awake and alert throughout the night, akin to a lighthouse constantly illuminating


Selfish
Characterized by a focus on one's own desires and needs above all else


I been Selfish
I have displayed selfish behavior


I just want everything to myself
I desire exclusive ownership and control over everything


Cuz I don't wanna lose no more
Because I am fearful of experiencing further losses




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Written by: Steven Scroggins

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