It’s a break-up ballad encapsulating her feelings through the last moments of her relationship with her ex-fiancé, who was the only person at the time that she feels truly understood her, she tells HOT 97.
“This particular song in entirety is a story about my ex-fiancé and how we went through all these arguments, and we broke up. And when we first broke up it was like terible, and I just felt like I was gonna be doomed to be in hell for the rest of my life because nobody understood me the way he did, and like nobody motivated me the way he did. And he was just, you know, this rock in my life that just no longer exists. And it’s just, like, it was insane. The stories that I tell in that song about our arguments, our specific arguments, like that’s kinda the–. That’s the theme on that. I feel like a lot of people don’t understand me but it’s okay.“
Nobody Gets Me
SZA Lyrics
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You were balls deep, now we beefing
Had me butt-naked at the MGM
So wasted, screaming, "Fuck that"
Blurry now, but I meant it then
Hurry now, baby, stick it in
'Fore the memories get to kicking in
It's too late, I don't wanna lose
What's left of you
How am I supposed to tell you
I don't wanna see you with anyone but me?
Nobody gets me like you
How am I supposed to let you go?
Only like myself when I'm with you
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do
You do
Nobody gets me, you do
Took me out to the ballet
You proposed, I went on the road
You was feeling empty, so you left me
Now I'm stuck dealing with a deadbeat
If I'm real, I deserve less
If I was you, I wouldn't take me back
I pretend when I'm with a man it's you
And I know that it's too late, I don't wanna lose
What's left of you
How am I supposed to tell you
Nobody gets me like you
How am I supposed to let you go?
Only like myself when I'm with you
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
Nobody gets me, you do
In these lyrics, SZA is expressing her longing for a lost love who truly understood her. She reminisces about their passionate relationship, referencing a time where they were at the MGM hotel and she was so intoxicated that she was screaming "fuck that," but still wanted to be with him. She also recalls him proposing to her at the ballet, but then leaving her behind when he felt empty. Despite this, she still feels a deep connection to him and struggles with the idea of letting him go. She believes that nobody else can understand her the way he did, and the thought of him being with anyone else is unbearable. SZA concludes the song by repeating the refrain "nobody gets me like you do," emphasizing the idea that their connection was rare and irreplaceable.
Overall, the song deals with themes of heartbreak and the struggle to move on from a past relationship. SZA's lyrics are raw and emotional, conveying the pain and confusion that often come with a breakup. The use of specific details, such as the MGM hotel and the ballet, add a sense of nostalgia and longing to the song. Musically, the track features a smooth, R&B-inspired beat that complements SZA's soulful vocals.
Line by Line Meaning
Took a long vacation, no makeup, just Jay-Z
I took some time off to relax and get away from everything, leaving my public image behind and enjoying the simple things, like spending time with my partner who is successful and well-known.
You were balls deep, now we beefing
We were in a deep and passionate relationship, but now we are fighting and having problems.
Had me butt-naked at the MGM
You saw me in a vulnerable state when we were together at the hotel, with nothing on my mind except us.
So wasted, screaming, 'Fuck that'
I was intoxicated and emotional, shouting out my feelings in frustration.
Blurry now, but I meant it then
I may not remember the moment clearly anymore, but at the time I know I was sincere and genuine.
Hurry now, baby, stick it in
I want to be intimate with you again before my memories of you become too painful to bear.
'Fore the memories get to kicking in
I don't want to dwell on the past and let my emotions get the best of me, so I want to act fast before everything becomes too overwhelming.
It's too late, I don't wanna lose
What's left of you
I know it's too late to save our relationship, but I'm still holding onto what little of you I have left, not wanting to let go completely.
How am I supposed to tell you
I don't wanna see you with anyone but me?
I don't know how to convey that I still have feelings for you and can't stand the thought of you moving on with someone else.
Nobody gets me like you
No one ever understood me as well as you did, and I'm struggling now without that connection.
How am I supposed to let you go?
I don't know how to move on and forget about you, even though I know I should.
Only like myself when I'm with you
You made me feel like a better version of myself, and without you, I struggle to find that confidence.
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
I feel like no one else will ever understand me the way you did, and it hurts to think that we can never be together again.
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Even though I try to move on, I can't escape the feeling that you were the only one who truly understood me.
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do
I repeat this phrase to reinforce the idea that you were the only one who ever truly got me, and it's hard to let go of that feeling.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benjamin Levin, Carter Lang, Robert Bisel, Solana Rowe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@treasuremood
Took a long vacation, no makeup, just Jay-Z
You were balls deep, now we beefin', had me butt-naked at the MGM
So wasted screamin', "Fuck that, " love me now, but I'm anythin'
Hurry now, baby, stick it in 'fore the memories get to kickin' in
It's too late, I don't wanna lose what's left of you
How am I supposed to tell ya?
I don't wanna see you with anyone but me
Nobody gets me like you
How am I supposed to let you go?
Only like myself when I'm with you
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do
You do, nobody gets me, you do
Took me out to the ballet
You proposеd, I went on the road
You was feelin' empty, so you lеft me
Now I'm stuck dealin' with a deadbeat
If I'm real, I deserve less
If I was you, I wouldn't take me back
I pretend when I'm with a man, it's you
And I know that it's too late
I don't wanna lose what's left of you
How am I supposed to tell ya?
I don't wanna see you with anyone but me
Nobody gets me like you
How am I supposed to let you go?
Only like myself when I'm with you
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do (do)
You do
Nobody gets me, you do (do, ooh)
You do, nobody gets me, you do (do, ooh)
Nobody gets me, you do
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@7clouds
What's you favorite SZA track on her SOS album?
@rumeysabakr5362
Mhhh now
@arazonahenry1023
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@hehefaress
I might kill my ex
@vera6417
Love Language.. and this one up there.. 🧡
@sm_ghost_girl
idk
@gostarmusic
May the Lord Jesus bless each person who reads this comment !!! You who are listening to this praise and reading this comment, God is blessing you in this year of 2023. I believe.
@kylehall6814
Glad you read the comment cause you deserve it just as much as all of us
@arazonahenry1023
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@corayy1122
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