He has stated that he wishes to work with as many artists as possible in his career to help avoid creative stagnation and this certainly shows in his musical output. Together with his crew, living legends he has put out a total of four albums. Then there is the Three Melancholy Gypsys (3MG), a group consisting of three living legends members, who have put out two full length releases. His collaboration with atmosphere's slug has so far produced three cd's, the first of which was a tribute to Christina Ricci whom he also sang softly of on another collaboration - netherworlds together with lesser known rappers anacron and himself.
In 2005 he broadened his horizons by directing an indie film called "Walk Like a Man" with the plot being loosely based on the track by the same name from Murs 3:16 - The 9th Edition. A soundtrack to this movie was also released which besides his own material also featured artists such as atmosphere, DJ Z-Trip, blueprint and brother ali.
The Worst
MURS Lyrics
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On the side, but your main chick tried to hate
Let me tell you a story about my situation
I got caught up with this chick from a radio station
The thirteenth caller won a ticket to my show
At night is where I saw her there in the front row
She had big D cups and a very small waist
I looked into her eyes and wondered how did she taste
She whispered in my ear and put my dick in her hand
She said, "Do you have plans for later on tonight?"
I said, "Yes ma'am, but I sort of have a wife"
She looked and said, "I know"
I said, "But what does that mean?"
She said, "I know means I know how not to be seen"
My mind said no, but my body said yep
So I probably put my number in her phone before she left
You, you, you bring the worst out of me, me, me
Baby why can't you see, see, see
What the fuck is going on with us
I wish I was stronger but
You, you, you bring the worst out of me, me, me
Baby why can't you see, see, see
What the fuck is going on with us
I wish I was stronger
Now she sliding in my DMs
AM and to PM
Delete, delete, delete
Because my girl don't need to see them
And every time I see her
It makes me want to leave her
Caught between these two chicks
I don't know which I prefer
I told her, "You don't know how powerful you is
With just one text you destroy all of this
My kids, my wife, my life, my home
All of this is gone with just a message from your phone
I said, "Think we should cut this off before it all goes sour
Because no side chick should have all this power"
I rolled out of my bed and hopped into the shower
And I was at her house in less than an hour
I was such a coward, I was so confused
I let it all continue because I didn't want to choose
And that's how you lose everything you ever dreamed of
Dudes out there takes this message here from me because
You, you, you bring the worst out of me, me, me
Baby why can't you see, see, see
What the fuck is going on with us
I wish I was stronger but
You, you, you bring the worst out of me, me, me
Baby why can't you see, see, see
What the fuck is going on with us
I wish I was stronger
You, you, you bring the worst out of me, me, me
Baby why can't you see, see, see
What the fuck is going on with us
I wish I was stronger but
You, you, you bring the worst out of me, me, me
Baby why can't you see, see, see
What the fuck is going on with us
I wish I was stronger
MURS's song The Worst is about dealing with the consequences of having a side chick while being in a committed relationship. The song starts with MURS telling a story about how he met a girl at one of his shows and ended up hooking up with her despite having a wife. Later on, the girl starts messaging him and he realizes the danger of his situation as it could destroy his family. However, he is unable to resist her and continues to see her. He feels trapped between the two women and wishes he had the strength to end the affair.
The lyrics of the song are a powerful portrayal of the struggle of infidelity and how it can bring out the worst in a person. MURS's vivid storytelling and emotional delivery make the song a relatable and insightful commentary on the topic.
Line by Line Meaning
Have you ever met a girl that you tried to date
Have you ever encountered a woman with whom you sought a romantic relationship?
On the side, but your main chick tried to hate
Despite having a primary partner, have you ever sought to pursue a relationship with someone else?
Let me tell you a story about my situation
Allow me to share with you a personal anecdote about my circumstances.
I got caught up with this chick from a radio station
I became involved with a woman I met through my work in the music industry.
The thirteenth caller won a ticket to my show
The woman in question earned a concert ticket through a radio show giveaway in which she was the thirteenth caller.
At night is where I saw her there in the front row
I first laid eyes on her while performing on stage at night, where she was seated in the front row.
She had big D cups and a very small waist
She possessed prominent breasts and a slender midsection.
I looked into her eyes and wondered how did she taste
In gazing into her eyes, I couldn't help but ponder what it might be like to be intimate with her.
She came backstage to take a flick for the gram
She came backstage to take a photo for posting on social media.
She whispered in my ear and put my dick in her hand
She made sexual advances toward me, placing her hand on my genitals.
She said, "Do you have plans for later on tonight?"
She inquired as to whether or not I had any plans for the evening.
I said, "Yes ma'am, but I sort of have a wife"
I responded that I had prior commitments, and additionally, a spouse.
She looked and said, "I know"
She understood my predicament and acknowledged it verbally.
I said, "But what does that mean?"
I sought further clarification about what her response meant in this context.
She said, "I know means I know how not to be seen"
She clarified that her understanding of the situation allowed her to keep our interactions discreet and out of public view.
My mind said no, but my body said yep
Despite my reservations, I felt physically and sexually compelled to continue the encounter.
So I probably put my number in her phone before she left
I yielded to this impulse and exchanged contact information with her before departing.
Now she sliding in my DMs
She has initiated contact with me through direct messages on social media.
AM and to PM
This contact is continual and ongoing, both day and night.
Delete, delete, delete
I have taken to deleting these messages rather than engaging with her further.
Because my girl don't need to see them
I am aware that my primary partner would be hurt and upset by these messages if she were to discover them.
And every time I see her
Whenever I encounter the woman from the radio station in person.
It makes me want to leave her
I find myself considering ending my primary relationship in favor of pursuing this other woman.
Caught between these two chicks
I find myself in a precarious situation, torn between two women.
I don't know which I prefer
I am unsure which woman I am most drawn to and interested in pursuing further.
I told her, "You don't know how powerful you is
I attempted to express to her the level of influence she holds over my life and well-being.
With just one text you destroy all of this
The possibility of our continued interactions being exposed could potentially destroy my home life, family, and career.
My kids, my wife, my life, my home
These are the things which are most precious to me, and which are threatened by my continued involvement with her.
All of this is gone with just a message from your phone
A single announcement of our relationship could jeopardize all that I hold dear and undermine the foundation of my life.
I said, "Think we should cut this off before it all goes sour
I suggested that we end our relationship before it spirals out of control and wreaks havoc on my life.
Because no side chick should have all this power"
I reflected upon the level of control and influence this woman holds over my life, despite being a mere 'side chick.'
I rolled out of my bed and hopped into the shower
After this conversation, I quickly departed and retreated back to my own home.
And I was at her house in less than an hour
Despite my resolve to end the relationship, I was drawn back to her and found myself back in her presence within a short time frame.
I was such a coward, I was so confused
Despite recognizing the danger and potential consequences of my actions, I felt paralyzed by the conflicting desires and impulses at play.
I let it all continue because I didn't want to choose
Rather than making a difficult decision and taking responsibility for my actions, I allowed the situation to continue unchecked.
And that's how you lose everything you ever dreamed of
Ultimately, my inability to make a decision and break things off with the other woman resulted in the loss of everything that was truly valuable and important to me.
Dudes out there takes this message here from me because
I offer a cautionary tale and warning to other men out there, based on my own experiences.
You, you, you bring the worst out of me, me, me
As a result of my involvement with her, she brings out the worst in me, exacerbating my weaknesses and character flaws.
Baby why can't you see, see, see
Despite recognizing the negative effects of our relationship and the potential consequences, I remain drawn to her and unable to break things off cleanly.
What the fuck is going on with us
I am confused and conflicted about the nature of our relationship and where things stand between us.
I wish I was stronger but
Despite recognizing the need for greater fortitude and resilience, I feel powerless to resist her allure and temptation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brian Warfield, Mac Robinson, Chad Hugo, Pharrell Williams, Jhene Aiko Chilombo, Shawn Carter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dario Ortiz
Every man that has a family can relate to this...
I've been thru this and this song is 100% real. I almost lost my family because of another woman. Worst thing I've done in my life, I thank god my wife is stronger than I am.
Murs is a legend. And real.
Christian Metatron
i hear you man and I'll keep you in my prayers. peace.
Slavic Roulette
Christian Metatron I won't
tuna0n3
Murs always comes correct and always with the realness!! banging track!!
XarsYs
Murs, you always could put your songs to videos the best way possible! Adultery can be fun but it is no game.
PowerBuilder Athletics
Can't get enough of this song/video
Ian I-Cee
I love songs with stories, I guess that's why you're currently one of my favorites. This story was fantastic and accurately depicts the struggles of this type of situation.
Shoeless
I-Cee Interviews Ever listen to Slug from Atmosphere? He's the best story teller in my opinion.
malcolm thomas
***** or either felt album(slug and murs)
Ian I-Cee
Thanks for the suggestion!