Selfish
Novo Lyrics


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I don't want to try
You
(One more time)
We tried and we fell off
And then my heart never fell off
I said fall off
Ooh (alright, switch it up)
Till next time
I know girls you can't really trust nowadays
Movin' on your own, won't you just come my way
You've been movin' on, you really goin up nowadays
And I hardly see your face but...
People love to hate 'em, let 'em hate
You can't really have it both ways
Don't buy into the talk that people say
No matter what you give me, Imma take
Taking all your love girl
Your love, your love
Your love girl, Your love
Taking all your love girl
Your love, your love
Taking all your love
Your love, your love
No desires
Cut the shit
Cause I can't keep running
First I had you
Then I lost you
And I'm tired of falling
(You know what it feels like)
Said I'm falling for you girl
Falling for you girl
(I'll say whats on my mind)
Said I'm falling for you girl
Falling for you girl
You you girl
I know girls you can't really trust nowadays
Movin' on your own, won't you just come my way
You've been movin' on, you really goin up nowadays
And I hardly see your face
Taking all your love girl
Your love, your love
Your love girl, Your love
Taking all your love girl
Your love, your love
Taking all your love
Your love, your love
No desires
Cut the shit
Cause I can't keep running
We ain't gon' take this far
It's who you are
I'm tired of falling
(You know what it feels like)
Said I'm falling for you girl
Falling for you girl
(I'll say whats on my mind)
Said Im falling for you girl
Falling for you girl
You you girl
You know what
It feels like
To falter?
You don't




I'll say whats on my mind
I'll do right by you yeah

Overall Meaning

In the lyrics of Novo's song "Selfish," the artist seems to be reflecting on a past relationship that did not work out. The singer expresses a sense of resignation and reluctance to try again, as evidenced by the repeated line "I don't want to try." It appears that the relationship had its ups and downs, as indicated by the lines "We tried and we fell off" and "First I had you, then I lost you." This sense of uncertainty and instability is further emphasized by the repeated mention of falling and the tiredness that comes with constantly falling for someone.


The singer acknowledges the challenges of trusting people in today's world, hinting at a sense of betrayal or disillusionment in relationships. Despite the difficulties, there is a longing for connection and intimacy, as seen in the repeated pleas for the person to come back and the confession of falling for them. This juxtaposition of mistrust and longing highlights the internal conflict and vulnerability the singer is experiencing.


The lyrics also delve into themes of selfishness and desire. The singer admits to taking all the love that is offered to them, indicating a selfish tendency in relationships. However, there is also a sense of yearning and sincerity in the confessions of falling for the person and wanting to do right by them. This internal struggle between self-interest and genuine emotions adds depth to the portrayal of the singer's emotional state.


Overall, the lyrics of "Selfish" by Novo paint a portrait of a complex and conflicted individual grappling with past heartbreak, mistrust, longing, and selfish desires in the realm of love and relationships. The singer's introspective musings and emotional vulnerability provide insight into the universal themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human connection.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't want to try
I am afraid of putting in effort


You
Referring to the person being addressed


(One more time)
Asking for another chance


We tried and we fell off
Our relationship failed


And then my heart never fell off
I still have feelings for you


I said fall off
I mentioned the end of the relationship


Ooh (alright, switch it up)
Expression of surprise and readiness to change


Till next time
We will meet again in the future


I know girls you can't really trust nowadays
I recognize that it is hard to trust women these days


Movin' on your own, won't you just come my way
Instead of moving forward alone, why not choose to be with me?


You've been movin' on, you really goin up nowadays
You have been progressing and improving lately


And I hardly see your face but...
Even though I don't see you often


People love to hate 'em, let 'em hate
Let people hate those they love


You can't really have it both ways
You cannot have everything


Don't buy into the talk that people say
Do not believe gossip


No matter what you give me, Imma take
I will accept whatever you offer me


Taking all your love girl
Receiving all the affection you give me


Your love, your love
Your affection, your affection


No desires
I do not desire anything more


Cut the shit
Stop playing games


Cause I can't keep running
I cannot continue avoiding my feelings


First I had you
Initially, I had you


Then I lost you
But then, I lost you


And I'm tired of falling
I am exhausted from constantly failing


You know what it feels like
You understand the struggle


Said I'm falling for you girl
Admitting that I am developing feelings for you


You you girl
Directing the statement to the woman in question


We ain't gon' take this far
We will not progress any further


It's who you are
That's just your nature


I'll say whats on my mind
I will be honest with you


I'll do right by you yeah
I will treat you well




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Novo, Talal El Tambouly, Tamer Hegab

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