One
Pharrell Williams Lyrics


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World's, world's, world's famous
World, world, world's famous
You're now listening to (girl)
Skateboard P and the Louis Vuitton Don (I'm back)
It's so unfair, it's so unreasonable
Let's go

I must've hurt your feelings (come on)
Your temper hit the ceiling (come on)
You know I wanna talk to you (get 'em P)
Oh girl, come on (come on)
But to maintain this livin' (come on, come on)
God knows it's not given (come on)
You know I got a lots to do (let's take 'em up)
Oh girl, come on (come on)
I know this part ain't pretty (come on, come on)
But you know I been busy (yeah)
That's why I can't talk long on the phone (uh-huh)
Oh girl, come on (come on)
So honey, if you with me (come on, come on)
Know I'll look for your pretty (yeah)
Face to smile when I get home
And when we make love you know it's gon' be amazin' (yeah)

'Cause you're my number one (baby girl, you and me)
Smash hit (that's a hit to me)
Off the charts (look how she get to me)
Classic (she might be nothin' to you but she the shit to me)
Soon as I'm done (tell me how you love that)
I'm dashin (number one, can't put nothin' above that)
Home to hold your heart (you deserve a verse from me)
And smash it (we gon' party like it's our anniversary, go)

Didn't I just tell ya (go)
That you're my Cinderella (get 'em p)
My dream ball ain't fixed one sight (come on)
Oh girl, come on (come on, come on)
Baby, you know I'd rather be where you are (world's famous)
You are my shining star
But last night, uh, that just wasn't right
Oh girl, come on (come on, come on)
I know this part ain't pretty (come on)
But you know I been busy
That's why I can't talk long on the phone (the international)
It's hard for you, baby girl, come on (world's famous)
So honey if you with me (yeah, yeah)
Know I'll look for your pretty (everybody)
Face to smile when I get home (I need you to sing along with me)
And when we make love you know it's gon' be amazin (this part, it's comin' up check it out)

Number one (baby girl, you and me)
Smash hit (that's a hit to me)
Off the charts (look how she get to me)
Classic (she might be nothin' to you but she the shit to me)
Soon as I'm done (tell me how you love that)
I'm dashin' (number one, can't put nothin above that)
Home to hold your heart (you deserve a verse from me)
And smash it (we gon' party like it's our anniversary, go)
Number one (baby girl, you and me)
Smash hit (that's a hit to me)
Off the charts (look how she get to me)
Classic (she might be nothin' to you but she the shit to me)
Soon as I'm done (tell me how you love that)
I'm dashin' (number one, can't put nothin above that)
Home to hold your heart (you deserve a verse from me)
And smash it (we gon' party like it's our anniversary, go)

Yesterday I was half the man you see
Baby that's because you the other half of me
You my number one hit on the line of the charts
I'ma FedEx my love and have you sign for my heart
For my number one I keep ya dumb fly
Fresh to death you like after death
I resurrected my gold Jesus of Nazareth
Now we fresh as a prince while they Jazzy Jeff
And you don't be sayin shit when they askin' questions
A-a-and you be givin' me my space a-a-and
You don't be runnin' on myspace a-a-and
You know some other shit I hate w-w-what
W-w-when they violate b-but
Tonight man I ain't in the mood for it
Don't matter who wore it, you wore it
Look how ya coordinated man that's my favorite
I love the way that it

Number one (fits on you)
Smash hit (baby girl, that's the shit on you)
Off the charts (look how she get to me)
Classic (she might be nothin' to you but she the shit to me)
Soon as I'm done (t-tell me how you love that)
I'm dashing (number one, can't put nothing above that)
Home to hold your heart (you deserve a verse from me)
And smash it (we gon' party like it's our anniversary)
Number one (come on, come on)
Smash hit (you're my number one girl)
Off the charts
Classic (you're my number one girl)
Soon as I'm done (come on, come on)
I'm dashin' (you're my number one girl)
Home to hold your heart
And smash it (you're my number one girl)

World's, world's, world's famous (you're my number one girl)
World, world, world's famous (you're my number one girl)




World's, world's, world's famous (you're my number one girl)
World, world, world's famous (you're my number one girl)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pharrell (feat. Kanye West)'s song "Number One" express the love and admiration a man has for his girlfriend, positioning her as his number one priority in life. Pharrell starts the first verse by acknowledging that his busy lifestyle might have hurt his girlfriend's feelings, but they still have to maintain their extravagant lifestyle. He then repeats the chorus, highlighting that his girlfriend is his number one hit and how much he loves her. In Kanye's verse, he compares his girlfriend to his favorite outfit, indicating how much he adores her and could never get tired of her.


The song's message of valuing a romantic partner above everything else is a common theme in pop and hip-hop music. However, Pharrell and Kanye's rap skills and their use of catchy lyrics and beats make this song stand out. The beat is upbeat and rhythmic, with clapping, percussion, and piano melodies layered together. Pharrell's voice is melodic and soothing, while Kanye's voice is strong and declarative, further enhancing the song's message and appeal.


Overall, "Number One" is an excellent addition to the hip-hop and pop music world, showcasing Pharrell and Kanye's talents for producing catchy and meaningful songs.


Line by Line Meaning

World's, world's, world's famous
I am extremely famous.


You're now listening to (girl)
I am introducing myself to a female listener.


Skateboard P and the Louis Vuitton Don (I'm back)
My nickname is Skateboard P and my collaborator's nickname is the Louis Vuitton Don. I have returned.


It's so unfair, it's so unreasonable
The situation we're in is unjust and irrational.


I must've hurt your feelings (come on)
I apologize for hurting your emotions.


Your temper hit the ceiling (come on)
You were very angry with me.


You know I wanna talk to you (get 'em P)
I want to have a conversation with you.


Oh girl, come on (come on)
Please, come on and talk to me.


But to maintain this livin' (come on, come on)
In order to maintain my lifestyle, I have a lot of work to do.


God knows it's not given (come on)
I recognize that my success is not guaranteed or given to me.


You know I got a lots to do (let's take 'em up)
I am very busy right now.


I know this part ain't pretty (come on, come on)
This part of our relationship is not pleasant or attractive.


But you know I been busy (yeah)
I have been occupied with work and other responsibilities.


That's why I can't talk long on the phone (uh-huh)
I cannot talk on the phone for very long.


So honey, if you with me (come on, come on)
If you support me and understand my situation.


Know I'll look for your pretty (yeah)
I will eagerly anticipate seeing your beautiful face.


Face to smile when I get home
I will be happy to see you when I return home.


And when we make love you know it's gon' be amazin' (yeah)
Our intimacy will be extraordinary.


'Cause you're my number one (baby girl, you and me)
You are my top priority.


Smash hit (that's a hit to me)
Our relationship is very successful to me.


Off the charts (look how she get to me)
Our relationship is extremely successful and impressive.


Classic (she might be nothin' to you but she the shit to me)
Our relationship is timeless and invaluable to me.


Soon as I'm done (tell me how you love that)
Once I am finished with my work, I want to hear your admiration.


I'm dashin (number one, can't put nothin' above that)
I have to leave, but our relationship is still my top priority.


Home to hold your heart (you deserve a verse from me)
I want to return home to be with you and write you a special verse.


And smash it (we gon' party like it's our anniversary, go)
We are going to celebrate our love and relationship.


Didn't I just tell ya (go)
I already told you this information.


That you're my Cinderella (get 'em p)
You are the one for me, my perfect match.


My dream ball ain't fixed one sight (come on)
My dream partner does not have a specific appearance or personality.


Oh girl, come on (come on, come on)
Please, let's talk and work through any issues.


Baby, you know I'd rather be where you are (world's famous)
I want to be with you more than anything, even though I am famous.


You are my shining star
You are the light that guides me, my inspiration.


But last night, uh, that just wasn't right
Something happened between us last night that was not good.


It's hard for you, baby girl, come on (world's famous)
I know it's difficult for you to deal with my fame and busy schedule.


So honey if you with me (yeah, yeah)
If you still support me and our relationship.


Know I'll look for your pretty (everybody)
I will always be searching for your beauty in the world.


Face to smile when I get home (I need you to sing along with me)
I am asking for your emotional support when I return home.


And when we make love you know it's gon' be amazin (this part, it's comin' up check it out)
Our intimacy will be extraordinary and fulfilling.


Number one (baby girl, you and me)
You are my top priority.


I'm dashin' (number one, can't put nothin above that)
I am leaving, but you are still my number one.


Yesterday I was half the man you see
I was not my complete self without you in my life.


Baby that's because you the other half of me
You complete me and make me whole.


You my number one hit on the line of the charts
You are the most important thing in my life.


I'ma FedEx my love and have you sign for my heart
I am going to express my love for you very clearly and emphatically.


For my number one I keep ya dumb fly
I always want you to look your best for me.


Fresh to death you like after death
You are always fresh and attractive to me, even in death.


I resurrected my gold Jesus of Nazareth
I have brought back my golden standard for a perfect partner.


Now we fresh as a prince while they Jazzy Jeff
We are much better than others and appear royal compared to them.


And you don't be sayin shit when they askin' questions
You do not get involved in drama or gossip when others are asking about us.


A-a-and you be givin' me my space a-a-and
You respect my boundaries and give me room to breathe.


You don't be runnin' on myspace a-a-and
You do not seek attention or social media validation for our relationship.


You know some other shit I hate w-w-what
There are other things that I dislike.


W-w-when they violate b-but
I do not appreciate when people invade our privacy or disrespect us.


Tonight man I ain't in the mood for it
I do not want to deal with any drama tonight.


Don't matter who wore it, you wore it
It does not matter who else may have accomplished something, you are the most important to me.


Look how ya coordinated man that's my favorite
I love how you match your clothes and look stylish.


I love the way that it
I admire your fashion sense.


Number one (fits on you)
You are my top priority and everything looks good on you.


Smash hit (baby girl, that's the shit on you)
Our relationship is a huge success and you look amazing in everything.


Soon as I'm done (t-tell me how you love that)
Once I am finished with my work, I want to hear your admiration.


I'm dashing (number one, can't put nothing above that)
I have to leave, but you are still my number one.


And smash it (we gon' party like it's our anniversary)
We are going to celebrate our love and relationship.


Number one (come on, come on)
You are my top priority.


Smash hit (you're my number one girl)
Our relationship is incredibly successful.


Off the charts
Our love and relationship is beyond measure.


Classic (you're my number one girl)
Our relationship is timeless and valuable.


Soon as I'm done (come on, come on)
Once I am finished with my work, I want to spend time with you.


I'm dashin' (you're my number one girl)
I have to leave, but you are still the most important thing to me.


Home to hold your heart
I want to return home to be with you and hold you.


And smash it (you're my number one girl)
We are going to celebrate our love and relationship.


World's, world's, world's famous (you're my number one girl)
Even though I am very famous, you are still my top priority and most important thing.


World, world, world's famous (you're my number one girl)
Even though I am very famous, you are still my top priority and most important thing.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kanye Omari West, Pharrell L. Williams

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Omar Cunningham

Isn't this the "Fire In Your New Shoes" track?

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