Because of You
Ne-Yo ft. Joe Buddens Lyrics

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Ooh-ooh-ooh, oh-oh, oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh, oh

Ooh, want to, but I can't help it
I love the way it feels
It's got me stuck between my fantasy and what is real
I need it when I want it, I want it when I don't
Tell myself I'll stop everyday, knowing that I won't

I got a problem, and I (ooh, don't know what to do about it)
Even if I did, I don't know if I would quit but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it

And I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction
I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move but I like it

Said and it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because of you, mmm (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because
Never get enough
She's the sweetest drug (ooh-ooh-ooh)

Think of it every second, I can't get nothin' done
Only concern is the next time I'm gon' get me some
Know I should stay away from, 'cause it's no good for me
I try and try, but my obsession won't let me leave

I got a problem and I (ooh, don't know what to do about it)
Ooh, even if I did, I don't know if I would quit but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it, ayy (ooh-ooh-ooh)

And I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction
I'm so strung out on you (strung out on you)
I can barely move, (ooh), but I like it (and I like it)

Said and it's all because of you (oh, all because of you)
Said and it's all because of you, mmm (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because
Never get enough (never get enough)
She's the sweetest drug (ooh-ooh)

Ain't no doubt (no doubt, ayy)
So strung out (strung out, oh)
Ain't no doubt (this ain't no grain of doubt, oh)
So strung out (hey)
Over you, over you, (you), over you (you)
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Because of you
And it's all because of you
Mmm, never get enough
She's the sweetest drug

And I know this much is true
Baby, you (baby, you, you, you)
Have become my addiction (my addiction)
I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move but I like it (but I like it, yeah)

Said and it's all because of you (oh, all because of you)
Said and it's all because of you, mmm (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because
Never get enough (oh, never get enough)
She's the sweetest drug

She's the sweetest drug

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ne-Yo ft. Krayzie & Layzie Bone's song "Because of You" describe the feeling of being addicted to someone, comparing them to a drug. The singer knows that being with this person is not necessarily good for them but cannot help their desire for them. They are stuck between fantasy and reality, wanting this person even when they know they shouldn't. The singer admits they have a problem and doesn't know how to stop.

The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "all because of you" several times, emphasizing the addictive nature of the singer's feelings. They feel strung out on this person, unable to get enough of them even though they know it may not be good for them. The bridge of the song includes a repetition of the phrase "over you," further emphasizing the singer's inability to let go of this person.

Overall, the lyrics paint a vivid picture of the feeling of addiction to someone, using powerful metaphors and repetition to drive the point home. The singer is consumed by their desire for this person and knows they should stop, but cannot help their feelings.

Line by Line Meaning

Ooo, want to but I can't help it
I am completely infatuated and unable to resist the object of my desires.

I love the way it feels
The thrilling sensation of indulging in my addiction has consumed me.

This got me stuck between my fantasy and what is real
There is a constant conflict within me as I struggle between my obsession and what I know to be rational.

I need it when I want it
I crave and require the object of my addiction on demand.

I want it when I don't
Despite my best efforts to resist, my mind is constantly drawn back to the allure of my addiction.

Tell myself I'll stop everyday
I make empty promises to myself every day that I will break free from my addiction.

Knowing that I won't
Deep down, I am aware that I will never be able to escape the hold my addiction has over me.

I got a problem, and I (don't know what to do about it)
I am fully aware that my addiction is a problem, but I am helpless and do not have any solutions.

Even if I did, I don't know if I would quit
Even if I had a clear solution or way to break free, I do not know if I would truly be able to let go of my addiction.

But I doubt it; I'm
Given the level of my addiction, the chances of me quitting are slim to none.

Taken by the thought of it
The idea of my addiction has captivated me and holds complete control of my thoughts.

And I know this much is true
I am certain and fully aware of just how much my addiction has taken over my life.

Baby, you have become my addiction
The specific object of my desires has become my all-consuming addiction.

I'm so strung out on you
I am completely and utterly consumed by my addiction to you.

I can barely move, but I like it
Despite the negative impact on my life, I am still drawn to and enjoy the effects of my addiction.

So, then it's all because of you (all because of you)
All of my problems and struggles with addiction are a direct result of my obsession with you.

Never get enough
I can never fully satisfy my addiction and constantly crave more.

She's the sweetest drug
The object of my obsession acts as a drug and provides me with a constant rush of pleasure and euphoria.

Think of it every second
There is not a single moment where thoughts of my addiction do not cross my mind.

I can't get nothing done
My productivity and ability to function normally have been greatly impacted by my addiction.

Only concern is the next time I'm gon' get me some
My addiction is my top priority, and my only focus is on when I will be able to indulge in it again.

Know I should stay away from
I am fully aware that my addiction is harmful, but I cannot bring myself to stay away.

'Cause it's no good for me
I understand that my addiction has negative consequences and damages my well-being.

Ain't no doubt (no doubt, hey)
There is no uncertainty or confusion about the fact that my addiction is a significant problem.

So strung out (strung out, hey)
My addiction has a complete and total hold on me.

(Over you)
My addiction is specifically centered around you and cannot be separated from you.

It's all because of you (all because of you)
Every aspect and manifestation of my addiction are solely because of my obsession with you.

Mmm, never get enough
I am in a constant state of craving more and can never fully satisfy my addiction.

She's the sweetest drug
The object of my obsession acts as a drug and provides me with a constant rush of pleasure and euphoria.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Shaffer Smith, Mikkel Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen

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