Sweet November
SZA feat. Kendrick Lamar Lyrics
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It took all of me not to answer it
Daddy warned me the perils of play
Hard to deal with God and his standards
Flying high and fearless baby
I've kissed death a thousand times before
Remember me for who I was not who I am
Sweet, sweet, sweet November
Remember me for who I was not who I am
I'll pray you'll never understand this
Sweet, sweet, sweet November
(Take) take, (time) time
(Flow) flow, (shine) shine
(Brilliant) brilliant, (light) light
(Angel) angel, (fly) fly
Heard you fucking with Tommy again
We both remember where that landed you last time
That nigga don't really love you, girl
He just fucks you every night it's his past-time
Blind eye and the feel is dark and
You two might just do it raw tonight
Heaven help if he leave you girl
I bet you bought two new thongs this time
Remember me for who I was not who I am
I'll pray you'll never understand this
Sweet, sweet, sweet November
Remember me for who I was not who I am
I'll pray you'll never understand this
Sweet, sweet, sweet November
Hurts
Right
Broken
Stride
The song "Sweet November" by SZA feat. Kendrick Lamar deals with themes of regret, warning, and nostalgia. The opening lines "Jesus called me collect last night, It took all of me not to answer it" suggest that the singer's past has come to haunt them, reminding them of their past mistakes. The line "Daddy warned me the perils of play, Hard to deal God's standards" emphasizes the importance of being aware of one's actions and the repercussions that can result.
The chorus "Remember me for who I was, not who I am, I'll pray you'll never understand this, Sweet sweet sweet November" expresses the singer's desire to be remembered for their better past self rather than their current state. The singer is aware of the mistakes they have made in the past and wants to be remembered for who they were before they made those mistakes.
The second verse warns the singer's friend about being romantically involved with a person who does not love them but uses them for physical pleasure. It highlights the importance of being aware of potential dangers in relationships, and taking necessary precautions to protect oneself. The line "Blind eye and the feel is dark and, You two might just do it raw tonight, Heaven help if he leave you girl, Hope you bought two new thongs this time" portrays the dangers of ignoring red flags and the importance of being mindful of one's safety.
Overall, "Sweet November" is a cautionary tale about being aware of one's past mistakes and the importance of not repeating them. It also emphasizes the importance of being mindful of one's safety in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Jesus called me collect last night
I had a moment of weakness and almost relapsed, but I managed to resist the temptation.
It took all of me not to answer it
The struggle with my past temptations is still ongoing, and it takes significant effort to stay on the right path.
Daddy warned me the perils of play
My father warned me about the risks of giving in to my desires and indulgences.
Hard to deal God's standards
It's difficult to live up to the expectations set by my faith and religion.
Flying high and fearless baby
I'm overcoming my fears and taking risks to pursue my dreams and goals.
I've kissed death a thousand times before
I've taken significant risks in my life, and I've come close to death on multiple occasions.
Remember me for who I was not who I am
I don't want to be judged for my past mistakes, but rather for the person I'm striving to become.
I'll pray you'll never understand this
I hope that you never have to experience the same tough situations and struggles that I have faced in my life.
Sweet sweet sweet November
November holds significant memories for me, both good and bad.
Heard you fucking with Tommy again
I've heard rumors that you're in a relationship with someone who has hurt you in the past.
Remember where that landed you last time
You've been hurt before, and it's important to remember the consequences of past mistakes before making similar choices.
That nigga don't really love you girl
The person you're with may not genuinely care for you or have your best interests at heart.
He just fucks you every night it's his past-time
The other person is only interested in a physical relationship and may not be invested in building a meaningful connection.
Blind eye and the feel is dark and
You're ignoring potential red flags or warning signs in the relationship, and it's leading to a negative emotional state.
You two might just do it raw tonight
There's a risk that you may engage in unprotected sex, which could lead to negative consequences.
Heaven help if he leave you girl
If the other person were to end the relationship, it could have disastrous effects on your emotional well-being.
Hope you bought two new thongs this time
It's implied that the other person has a preference for a specific type of clothing, and they may have asked you to purchase it.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hamilton Bohannon, Marvin Gaye, Solana Rowe
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