Best Of Me
Mýa Lyrics

Uh, huh
Jadakiss begins the song with this phrase to announce his presence and prepare the listener for his verse.

I don't want to get the best of you, ha-ha (whoa)
Jadakiss expresses that he doesn't want to take advantage of Mya or be the cause of any trouble in her relationship.

You put me on
Mya credits Jadakiss for introducing her to a certain lifestyle or way of thinking.

I can't let, (nah, yeah) let him go no
Mya is conflicted about leaving her current partner despite being tempted by Jadakiss.

(I just want to get what's left of you, ha)
Mya acknowledges that there is still a part of her that desires Jadakiss, despite her commitment to her partner.

Can't let you get, oh no (Yo, yo)
Mya resolves to resist Jadakiss's advances and not give in to temptation.

He has a little game that he plays
Mya describes Jadakiss as someone who is skilled in charming and wooing women.

Clever little ways and a hot boy style
Mya further elaborates on Jadakiss's tactics to attract women, implying that he is suave and stylish.

Brags about the dough that he makes
Mya reveals that Jadakiss often boasts about his wealth or income to impress others.

Flash a little cash most girls wild out
Mya notes that Jadakiss's flashy spending habits have a strong effect on women, causing them to become attracted to him.

Lately he's been checking for me
Mya indicates that Jadakiss has shown an increased interest in her recently, perhaps suggesting that he is pursuing her romantically.

Telling me how much he wants to be
Jadakiss has expressed his desire to be with Mya, which she finds tempting but also conflicting with her current relationship.

Wants to be the one to replace
Jadakiss aims to replace Mya's partner in her life and become her primary love interest.

Replace the man that waits at home for me
Mya's current partner is waiting for her at home, and Jadakiss wants to take his place as her lover.

But oh no I can't let you
Mya refuses to let Jadakiss take advantage of her or drive a wedge between her and her partner.

Get the best of me
Mya doesn't want Jadakiss to become the focal point of her life and lead her to cheat on her partner.

Even though deep inside
Mya is aware that she has feelings for Jadakiss that go beyond friendship or mere attraction.

Something's dying to see
Mya is curious about what it would be like to be with Jadakiss and feels torn between her rationality and her desires.

How you flow out them clothes
Mya is physically attracted to Jadakiss and admires the way he looks and carries himself.

Then you put it on me
Jadakiss has a strong sexual presence that makes Mya feel desired and aroused.

Feelings coming on strong
Mya's feelings for Jadakiss are intensifying, making it harder for her to resist his charm.

I know that it's wrong
Mya is aware that cheating on her partner with Jadakiss would be morally and emotionally wrong.

You put it on me
Mya acknowledges Jadakiss's power over her emotions and desires.

So busy trying to play with my head
Mya feels that Jadakiss is trying to manipulate or deceive her in order to get what he wants.

Telling me how he could blow my mind
Jadakiss is using his words and charm to convince Mya that he can give her something her current partner can't.

Something about the things that he said
Jadakiss has said things that resonated with Mya and made her consider cheating with him.

Made me want to take it there one time
Mya is considering the possibility of a romantic or sexual encounter with Jadakiss, even though it goes against her morals and values.

I should be walking away
Mya knows that she should distance herself from Jadakiss rather than getting closer to him and risking her relationship.

Cause his hands up on my thigh
Jadakiss is physically touching Mya and making her feel desired and trapped at the same time.

Should I leave, should I stay?
Mya is struggling to make a decision about what to do regarding Jadakiss and her feelings for him.

After all it's just one night
Mya is trying to rationalize her potential encounter with Jadakiss as a one-time thing that won't have any long-term consequences.

Yo, yo, yo I got so many bags of money
Jadakiss boasts about his wealth and success, which he sees as an asset in terms of attracting women.

That they won't fit in the bank
Jadakiss has so much money that he can't even store it all in a bank account.

And I'm a do this just like Tony did it to Frank
Jadakiss references the movie Scarface, hinting that he wants to be like Tony Montana, a character who became rich through illegal means and violence.

But I'm a make sure both y'all win
Jadakiss promises to take care of Mya and her partner financially and ensure that they both benefit from their interactions with him.

Let him keep the place you move
Jadakiss suggests that he can provide Mya with a better living situation than her current partner.

And I'm a pay both y'all rent
Jadakiss is willing to financially support Mya and her partner in order to get closer to Mya.

So forget about the condo and come to the crib
Jadakiss invites Mya to come to his home instead of staying at her current residence.

'Cause the castle over the mountain come with a bridge
Jadakiss implies that he has a grand and luxurious home that he wants to share with Mya.

You know literally we can go shopping in Italy
Jadakiss offers to take Mya on an international shopping trip, highlighting his wealth and generosity.

Hand on her thigh she don't want to get rid of me
Jadakiss is physically touching Mya and making her feel desired and attracted to him.

And she don't drink or know how a L look
Jadakiss implies that Mya is not aware of luxury goods such as expensive liquor, implying that he can impress her with his wealth and taste.

Chanel look mixed with the Pete Arnell look
Jadakiss describes his fashion sense as a combination of designer brands and his own personal style.

You just stay pretty while I'm running the city
Jadakiss wants Mya to be his arm candy while he manages his personal and professional life.

When I whip the V you can hold the joint if you with me
Jadakiss implies that he has a fancy car (possibly a Cadillac V), and Mya can hold the steering wheel while riding with him.

Vacation cost a hundred and fifty we living it up
Jadakiss is willing to spend a lot of money on a vacation with Mya to make her feel special and lavish.

I put it on your ass if you giving up
Jadakiss makes a vulgar comment about having sex with Mya, making it clear that he wants to have a physical relationship with her.

And you know I'm not a hater
Jadakiss wants Mya to know that he is not resentful or envious of her current partner and is simply trying to win her over fairly.

And if you feel bad then you can call him later
Jadakiss suggests that Mya can still reconcile with her partner even after she has cheated on him with Jadakiss.

And tell him you all Jada's
Jadakiss wants Mya to let her partner know that she is now with him and is fully committed to their relationship.

You ain't gonna get to me
Mya tells Jadakiss that he won't be able to win her over with his charm and words alone.

Oh yeah, oh...
The song ends with Mya singing a vocal ad-lib, perhaps expressing her mixed emotions about Jadakiss and her relationship.