I Am
P. Diddy Lyrics


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I'm not like you
I'm not like you
Please don't compare me to you
I'm not like you
I'm not like you
But I hate being myself
I don't even care for help
'Cause even if this life is hell
Either way I'm overwhelmed
And I don't got a voice to tell
And I don't got a soul to sell
'Cause even if I found some wealth
I still got to fix my health
I'm not like you
Lonely stoner gonna make his way through the day and night
Can't talk down on us boy without a fight
Lately the way I've been feeling, it isn't right
So I do it myself just to make it fine
If I listen to you, I might waste my time, oh yeah
Fuck it, we not there yet
They don't even seem to care yet
But they cannot hear that
On that I swear, oh yeah
Fuck it, I'm not them
If I was like them, I'd end up dead
We don't give a fuck about what you said
I'm not like you
I'm not like you
Please don't compare me to you
I'm not like you
I'm not like you
Oh, I hate being myself
Oh
I hate being myself
I'm overwhelmed




No, no, no, no
Ooo

Overall Meaning

The song "I Am" by P. Diddy is a reflection on the ups and downs of a romantic relationship, specifically the uncertainty that comes with it. The lyrics touch on the feeling of being led on by a partner who is indecisive about their feelings, and the frustration that can come with trying to make a relationship work when the other person is hot and cold.


The song begins with the singer expressing confusion over their partner's changing feelings, and admitting to doing things to win them over that nobody else would do. The chorus repeats the question of whether the singer is the one their partner truly wants, and a desire to be loved consistently.


Later in the song, the singer expresses a commitment to making the relationship work, even in the face of uncertainty and difficulty. They long for a stable, lasting love and promise not to give up on their partner.


Overall, "I Am" is a heartfel and relatable exploration of the complexities of modern romance, and the struggles that come with trying to make a relationship work when both partners are unsure of each other's feelings.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah
Expression of affirmation or agreement.


It's K.P yeah
Acknowledgement of the individual who produced the track.


Ooooooooh
Expression of surprise, awe or pleasure.


One minute you want me next minute you don't
Describing the constant change in the relationship, and the uncertainty of feelings.


I be doing some things that nobody won't
Claiming to engage in activities that others shy away from.


And I be doing some things that nobody don't
Another assertion of going beyond the norm in various areas of life.


But baby tell me am I the one that you want
Expression of self-doubt and need for reassurance of being the preferred choice of the partner.


Am I the one you want am I that one you need baby
Similar to the previous line, desperately seeking confirmation of being valuable to the other person.


Girl you the one for me yeah you the one for me baby
Affirming the love and attraction felt towards the significant other.


I need a seatbelt cause you be driving me crazy
Metaphor of the partner being the source of excitement and passion that can't be tamed.


"Been thinking boutcha yea I got some up my sleeves baby"
Thoughts of surprises or plans for the partner in the future.


"Put this ring on ya finger to make you my wife"
Proposal of marriage and desire for a deeper commitment to the relationship.


"Put this ring on ya finger I want you for life"
Repeated emphasis on the intention to spend a lifetime with the loved one.


Do you really want me girl just tell me the truth
Another plea for honesty and clarity on the state of the relationship.


If I was to loose you I wouldn't know what to do
Expressing the fear and desperation of losing the partner.


Sometimes you want me baby sometimes you don't
Reaffirming the main theme of fluctuations in the nature of the relationship.


Sometimes you hug me baby sometimes you don't
Variability in physical and emotional intimacy from the partner's side.


Sometimes you kiss me baby sometimes you don't
Same as previous, with emphasis on the specific act of kissing.


You tell me that you love me sometimes you don't
Lack of consistency in expressions of affection, which amplifies the singer's insecurity and doubts.


I want you to be there for me when things get rough
Expressing a specific need for support and stability in difficult times.


I want you to be there for me when things get tough
Reiteration of the previous line, emphasizing the request for emotional and practical help.


And when we can't take it no more we never give up
Commitment to perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges and obstacles.


And when our love fall down we get it back up
Focus on the repeated cycle of difficulties and recovery, with reassurance that the couple can overcome hard times.


And one thing I will never lose is you
Assurance of the central role of the partner in the artist's life.


Forget them other girls cause I'm choosing you
Explicit declaration of monogamy and faithfulness to the one partner.


Giving up is what I refuse to do
Strong commitment to maintaining the relationship, no matter what.


Because I don't want nobody else but you
Reiteration of the theme of exclusivity, and the desire to be with the current partner only.




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Christopher Ramos, Connor Nelson

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