Boyfriend
Meshell Lyrics
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You say I'm out of line
Funny… he said I could call him up anytime
You can say I'm wrong say I ain't right
But if that's you boyfriend he wasn't last night
Now I'm the kind of woman
I'll do almost anything to get what I want
Call me what you like but you know it's true
You're just jealous ‘cause he wasn't with you
Don't mean no harm I just like what I see
And it ain't my fault if he wants me
Got what I wanted and the feeling was right
So if that's your boyfriend he wasn't last night!!!
Boyfriend boyfriend yes I had your boyfriend
Now late at night he calls me on the telephone
That's why when you call
All you get is the busy busy tone
You're upset ‘cause you're one stuck-up bitch
Maybe he needed a change a switch
And who am I not to oblige
Especially if the man is fly
So call me what you like
Call me what you like
While I boot slam your boyfriend tonight
The lyrics to "If That's Your Boyfriend" by MeShell Ndegeocello depict a confrontational and assertive attitude towards a love triangle situation. The singer is approached by someone claiming to be the girlfriend of a man she has been involved with. However, the singer dismisses the claims, stating that the man had given her permission to contact him anytime. She challenges the girlfriend, asserting that she is willing to do whatever it takes to get what she wants. She is unapologetic about her actions, claiming that the girlfriend is simply jealous because the man chose to be with her instead. The singer ends the song by emphasizing her satisfaction and suggesting that the girlfriend should not be upset but should rather accept the situation.
The lyrics convey a sense of empowerment and confidence by the singer, who refuses to apologize for pursuing what she desires. She challenges traditional notions of monogamy and ownership in relationships, suggesting that individuals have the right to explore different options if both parties are willing. The lyrics could also be interpreted as a critique of possessive and controlling behavior within relationships, highlighting the importance of communication and consent.
Line by Line Meaning
You say that's your boyfriend
You claim that the person I was with is your significant other
You say I'm out of line
You argue that my behavior is inappropriate
Funny… he said I could call him up anytime
Interesting... he explicitly told me that I can contact him whenever I want
You can say I'm wrong say I ain't right
You have the freedom to express your opinion that I am incorrect or not morally just
But if that's your boyfriend he wasn't last night
However, if the person I was with truly belongs to you, he was not in your company last night
Now I'm the kind of woman
I possess certain characteristics and tendencies as a woman
I'll do almost anything to get what I want
I am willing to go to great lengths in order to obtain my desires
I might play any little game
I am capable of engaging in various manipulative tactics
Call me what you like but you know it's true
Feel free to label me with derogatory terms, but deep down, you know it is an accurate representation
You're just jealous ‘cause he wasn't with you
Your feelings of envy arise because he was not in your presence
Don't mean no harm I just like what I see
I do not intend to cause any harm, I am simply attracted to what I perceive
And it ain't my fault if he wants me
It is not my responsibility if he desires my company
Got what I wanted and the feeling was right
I successfully obtained my desired outcome, and the experience was satisfying
So if that's your boyfriend he wasn't last night!!!
Therefore, if the person in question is indeed your partner, he was not present in your vicinity last night!
Boyfriend boyfriend yes I had your boyfriend
Boyfriend, boyfriend, yes, I indeed had an intimate connection with your partner
Now late at night he calls me on the telephone
Now, during the late hours of the night, he contacts me via telephone
That's why when you call
That is the reason why, when you attempt to contact him,
All you get is the busy busy tone
You only receive the busy signal as a response
You're upset ‘cause you're one stuck-up bitch
You are angry because your personality displays an aloof and arrogant demeanor
Maybe he needed a change a switch
Perhaps, he desired a shift or alteration in his romantic relationships
And who am I not to oblige
And why should I not fulfill his wishes
Especially if the man is fly
Particularly when the man in question is attractive and appealing
So call me what you like
Feel free to address me with any derogatory term
Call me what you like
Call me what you like
While I boot slam your boyfriend tonight
Meanwhile, I will have passionate and vigorous sexual relations with your boyfriend tonight
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MESHELL NDEGEOCELLO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@eugenevalentine5014
You say that's your boyfriend
You say I'm out of line;
Funny - he said I could call him up anytime
You can call me wrong - say I that ain't right;
But if that's you boyfriend, he wasn't last night...
Now I'm the kind of woman;
I'll do almost anything, to get what I want
I might play any little game;
Call me what you like, but you know it's true
You're just jealous, 'Cause he wasn't with you
Don't mean no harm, I just like what I see,
And it ain't my fault if he wants me;
Got what I wanted, and the feeling was right,
So if that's your boyfriend, he wasn't last night...
Boyfriend, boyfriend yes I had your boy;
Boyfriend, boyfriend, yes I had your boyfrined...
Now late at night, he calls me on the telephone
That's why when you call
All you get is the busy busy tone
You're upset cause you're one stuck-up bitch
Maybe he needed a change a switch;
And who am I not to oblige
Especially if the man is fly
So call me what you like
Call me what you like
While I boot slam your boyfriend tonight...
Boyfriend, boyfriend yes I had your boy;
Boyfriend, boyfriend, yes I had your boyfrined...
@RayfieldA
2022!! Almost 30 F-ing years later and this is STILL one of the SICKEST Bass & Piano chord collaborations Ever!! 🎸 + 🎹 =🔥
@Trustnoho
True❤
@nicknat1086
So true
@lallen8131
Yeah!!! Love this...still 2022
@tammyroland9159
Yes!!!
@glendahumphrey4063
Still loving this song in 2023 and I purchased this cassette when it first came out!
@boxingfred
This video was WAY ahead of its time. It's still fresh. If this video dropped tomorrow it would be a hit.
@derrickduke3433
It definitely was ahead it’s time
@donnabroner7148
She is killing the hell out that bass!
@michaelbarnes8649
I'm now learning to play bass because of this song!!!