Selfish
MOTIP Lyrics

The song "Selfish" by MOTiP is an emotional reflection on the desire to be with someone, yet the fear of revealing those feelings. The lyrics begin with the acknowledgment that the singer is aware of what the other person wants to hear, but despite this knowledge, the singer cannot bring themselves to say those words. They simply want to remain in the moment and stay with the person they desire. The lyrics continue with the sentiment that the singer would like to be with this person without any defining labels or expectations. They want to revel in the moment and just be present with this person.

The chorus repeats the desire to stay in the moment and continue with the current state of their relationship. The singer acknowledges that their feelings may be unclear and vague, but they believe that the other person may be afraid to pursue a relationship because of this uncertainty. However, the singer wonders if there really is anything different that would occur between them if they were to define their relationship. They argue that it would be the same regardless of whether they put labels or expectations on it. The outro of the song repeats the chorus and emphasizes the desire to stay in this moment of uncertainty, but still, long for the company of the object of the singer's desire.