Only Girl
Rihannaⴀ Lyrics


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La la la la
La la la la
La la la la (yeah)
La la la la

I want you to love me,
Like I'm a hot ride (uh yeah)
Keep thinkin' of me (uh)
Doin' what you like
So boy forget about the world
'Cause it's gon' be me and you tonight (yeah)
I wanna make your beg for it
Then I'mma make you swallow your pride

Want you to make me feel
Like I'm the only girl in the world
Like I'm the only one that you'll ever love
Like I'm the only one who knows your heart
Only girl in the world
Like I'm the only one that's in command
'Cause I'm the only one who understands
How to make you feel like a man

Yeah
Want you to make me feel
Like I'm the only girl in the world
Like I'm the only one that you'll ever love
Like I'm the only one who knows your heart
Only one

Want you to take it
Like a thief in the night
Hold me like a pillow
Make me feel right
Baby I'll tell you all my secrets
That I'm keepin', you can come inside (yeah)
And when you enter, you ain't leavin'
Be my prisoner for the night, oh

Want you to make me feel
Like I'm the only girl in the world
Like I'm the only one that you'll ever love
Like I'm the only one who knows your heart
Only girl in the world
Like I'm the only one that's in command
'Cause I'm the only one who understands
Like I'm the only one who knows your heart
Only one

Take me for a ride, ride
Oh baby, take me high, high
Let me make you rise, rise
Oh make it last all night, night

Take me for a ride, ride
Oh baby, take me high, high
Let me make you rise, rise
Make it last all night

Want you to make me feel
Like I'm the only girl in the world
Like I'm the only one that you'll ever love
Like I'm the only one who knows your heart
Only girl in the world
Like I'm the only one that's in command
'Cause I'm the only one who understands
How to make you feel like a man

Only girl in the world
Girl in the world




Only girl in the world
Girl in the world

Overall Meaning

"Only Girl in the World" by Rihanna is a song about wanting to be the center of someone's world. The song tells the story of a woman who wants her lover to make her feel like she's the only girl in the world. She wants to be constantly loved, cherished, and taken care of. The lyrics emphasize that she's in charge of the relationship and the only one who understands how to make her lover feel like a man. The song has an upbeat tempo and a catchy tune that makes it easy to dance to.


The song was written by a team of songwriters, including Crystal Johnson, Stargate, and Sandy Vee. It was produced by Stargate and Sandy Vee. It was released as the lead single from Rihanna's fifth studio album, "Loud," in 2010. The song was a commercial success, reaching the top of the charts in several countries including Australia, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom.


Line by Line Meaning

La la la la
The sound of Rihanna's desire and passion.


I want you to love me,
Rihanna desires a deep romantic connection with her partner.


Like I'm a hot ride (uh yeah)
She wants to be loved with the same passion and intensity as a coveted luxury car.


Keep thinkin' of me (uh)
The appeal of Rihanna is so strong that her partner cannot stop thinking about her.


Doin' what you like
Rihanna wants to fulfill her partner's desires and fantasies.


So boy forget about the world
She wants her partner to focus on their relationship and forget about everything else.


'Cause it's gon' be me and you tonight (yeah)
Rihanna wants an intimate and exclusive moment with her partner.


I wanna make your beg for it
She takes pleasure in seduction and wants her partner to crave her.


Then I'mma make you swallow your pride
Rihanna wants to establish her dominance and assert her control over their relationship.


Want you to make me feel
Rihanna desires to feel special and appreciated.


Like I'm the only girl in the world
She wants to be the only woman her partner truly loves and cares for.


Like I'm the only one who knows your heart
Rihanna desires to have a deep emotional connection with her partner.


Only girl in the world
She wants to be the only woman in her partner's world.


Like I'm the only one that's in command
She takes control in the relationship and wants to be the one making the decisions.


'Cause I'm the only one who understands
Rihanna believes she has a unique understanding of her partner and what he wants.


How to make you feel like a man
She wants to boost her partner's confidence and make him feel truly valued.


Want you to take it
Rihanna desires her partner to take control in the bedroom.


Like a thief in the night
She wants their passion to be wild and spontaneous.


Hold me like a pillow
Rihanna desires her partner's physical touch and comfort.


Make me feel right
She wants her partner to make her feel secure and loved.


Baby I'll tell you all my secrets
She wants a deep level of trust and intimacy with her partner.


That I'm keepin', you can come inside (yeah)
Rihanna wants to open up and share her most private feelings with her partner.


And when you enter, you ain't leavin'
She desires to keep her partner captivated and devoted to their relationship.


Be my prisoner for the night, oh
She desires her partner's complete surrender to the passion and desire of the moment.


Take me for a ride, ride
Rihanna desires her partner to take her on a wild adventure.


Oh baby, take me high, high
She desires her partner to push her limits and push her to new heights.


Let me make you rise, rise
Rihanna desires to satisfy her partner in every way possible.


Oh make it last all night, night
She desires to extend their passionate experience and make it an unforgettable night.


Only one
She wants to be the only one her partner desires and truly loves.


Girl in the world
Rihanna is the only woman who can fulfill her partner's desires and make him truly happy.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sandy Julien Wilhelm, Mikkel Storleer Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen, Crystal Nicole Johnson

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@Jared_Jireh

Lyrics

If love is an understatement
Then, honey, I'm a goddamn fool
When I tell you there's no replacement
For what you do to me

So, give all your love to me
And give all your love to me
Those other boys will let you down
Know, I won't ever mess around
(One, two, three)

Baby, won't you be my girl?
Baby, won't you be my girl?
Baby, won't you be my only girl?


Love's a dog and it's tail I'm chasing
I'm pulling down the moon for us
Stumble towards the room hearts racing
Just know that it's because of you

So, give all your love to me
And give all your love to me
Those other boys will let you down
Know, I won't ever mess around
(One, two, three)

Baby, won't you be my girl?
Baby, won't you be my girl?
Baby, won't you be my only girl?

Baby, won't you be my girl?
Your lovin's got my head in a twirl, lady
So, baby won't you be my only girl?

I don't want nobody else
No, I just want you to myself
So won't you please forever be
My only girl, only girl?
I don't want nobody else
No, I just want you to myself
So won't you please forever be
My only girl, only girl?

Baby, won't you be my girl?
Baby, won't you be my girl?
Baby, won't you be my only girl?

Baby, won't you be my only girl?



All comments from YouTube:

@AddisonMarieOfficial

I’m so happy this guy makes music on pure love, and doesn’t have cuss words, or anything about certain inappropriate subjects. It’s only about love, and that’s all there is to it. A love song! And we need more people that recognize and respect the 50-60s music vibe, because it truly is great, and well written. I’m so happy you’re bringing back that vibe!

@shadow1715.

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@yosepha2383

beauty of this song is in its simplicity ❤

@TheCarKrazeOfficial

Agreed 😌

@PatoFresco_

Agreed

@cherylwaclawczyk9098

He uses God's Name in vain!

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@elliem7521

I can not tell you how much I love the vintage song writing techniques he uses 😍 As a 50-60s music fan, I really appreciate his songs!!!

@davisperron4260

I could picture The Beach Boys playing this song

@JamieLS-xh7ee

Yes! We need more music like this!

@GenavieveRomero

It sounds so beautiful 🤩

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