Who Be Lovin Me
Santigold Lyrics


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This one goes out (yeah) all of you around the world
Who know what you want (yeah) and go get it (yeah)
We don't got time for wasting time
Do it

So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
Yeah I got girls who be lovin' me
Yeah I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
Yeah I got girls who be lovin' me
Yeah I got girls around the world who be lovin' me

I had to swerve on little mama cause she out here with that llama
Alpaca on my arm, I'm stayin' warm in any storm
Super chef with the snow captain
Out here, move it, make it happen
Drop the top on 'em like, oh goddamn, what happened?
Hair be goin', curls be blowin', girls be goin' crazy, hon
See me in your city playin' shows at the stadium
Songs be goin' up and down and turnin' smiles from your frown
I just wanna get you now, now

So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got boys around the world who be lovin' me
So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got boys around the world who be lovin' me

Talkin' 'bout what we had, I been turned off
Come in my house, I win, you lost
Got no time to hear you out, my shit takin' off
Won't be around to take your phone call
Call me a fashion plate, lil' man
I be pullin' stunts from France to Japan
Can say I'm the shit, twenty languages
Picture that, compute if you can
My walk got body, that's 'gainst the law
My talk get 'em rowdy like rub and tug
Back home say I always seem wild
Got my name in lights, so bright now
Baby I don't need your love, see me knee deep
Up in a sea of those love letters
I ain't lackin' that thing called love
In this here, what I'm a jet-setter
Jet-setter

So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
Yeah I got girls who be lovin' me
Yeah I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
Yeah I got girls who be lovin' me
Yeah I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got boys around the world who be lovin' me
So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
'Cause I got boys around the world who be lovin' me
Yeah I got boys who be lovin' me
Yeah I got boys around the world who be lovin' me




Yeah I got boys who be lovin' me
Yeah I got boys around the world who be lovin' me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Santigold feat. ILOVEMAKONNEN's song Who Be Lovin Me carries a message of self-affirmation, motivation, and encouragement for listeners to pursue their dreams and aspirations. The artist speaks to the audience, primarily young girls and boys, who don't have time to waste and who know what they want and go out to get it. The lyrics are a reflection of the artist's success and how it draws attention from admirers, both male and female, from around the world. The lines "...'Cause I got boys and girls around the world who be lovin' me" suggests that success can attract love and admiration from people from all across the globe.


At the start of the song, Santigold acknowledges her international fan base and people who admire her because of her success. Then, she switches the focus and briefly brings up a past romantic encounter that went sour, indicating that she has no time or patience for lackluster relationships that don't offer her anything. She then goes back to emphasizing her success, mentioning how her shows and songs have a positive impact on her audience.


Overall, the song can be seen as an anthem of self-empowerment and a reminder of the value of hard work.


Line by Line Meaning

This one goes out (yeah) all of you around the world
This song is dedicated to everyone around the world who knows what they want and goes after it.


Who know what you want (yeah) and go get it (yeah)
People who are aware of their goals and work hard to achieve them.


We don't got time for wasting time
Time is precious, and we should not waste it.


Do it
Take action towards your goals.


So tell me, dear, what's it gonna be?
What decision are you about to make?


'Cause I got girls around the world who be lovin' me
I have female fans across the globe who appreciate my music.


Yeah I got girls who be lovin' me
I have many female admirers.


I had to swerve on little mama cause she out here with that llama
I had to avoid a woman who was being aggressive and confrontational.


Alpaca on my arm, I'm stayin' warm in any storm
Metaphorically, I am protected and taken care of no matter what obstacles come my way.


Super chef with the snow captain
I am a skilled cook with a unique style that many enjoy.


Out here, move it, make it happen
I am out here working hard and making progress towards my goals.


Drop the top on 'em like, oh goddamn, what happened?
I am making a grand entrance and catching people by surprise.


Hair be goin', curls be blowin', girls be goin' crazy, hon
My hair is flying around, and girls are excited and enthusiastic.


See me in your city playin' shows at the stadium
I am performing concerts in different cities and venues, including large stadiums.


Songs be goin' up and down and turnin' smiles from your frown
My music uplifts and cheers people up, turning their frowns into smiles.


I just wanna get you now, now
I want to get close to you, immediately.


Talkin' 'bout what we had, I been turned off
I am no longer interested in talking about past relationships.


Come in my house, I win, you lost
I have the upper hand in this situation, and you have lost your power.


Got no time to hear you out, my shit takin' off
I don't have time to listen to you, as my career is taking off and keeping me busy.


Won't be around to take your phone call
I will not be available to answer your phone calls.


Call me a fashion plate, lil' man
People recognize me as a fashion icon.


I be pullin' stunts from France to Japan
I am making bold moves and taking risks all around the world.


Can say I'm the shit, twenty languages
I am highly regarded and talented in many languages and cultures.


Picture that, compute if you can
Imagine and try to comprehend the level of my success.


My walk got body, that's 'gainst the law
My physical appearance and walk are so attractive that it should be illegal.


My talk get 'em rowdy like rub and tug
My speech is so influential that it stirs up excitement in people.


Back home say I always seem wild
People back home see me as an energetic and unpredictable person.


Got my name in lights, so bright now
I have become very successful, and my name is now in bright lights for everyone to see.


Baby I don't need your love, see me knee deep
I am deeply focused on my career and do not need love to feel complete.


Up in a sea of those love letters
I receive many love letters from fans.


I ain't lackin' that thing called love
Despite not needing love, I still appreciate and have enough of it in my life.


In this here, what I'm a jet-setter
Because of my career success, I travel frequently and experience a jet-setter lifestyle.


Yeah I got boys who be lovin' me
I have many male fans who enjoy my music and appreciate me as a person.


Yeah I got boys around the world who be lovin' me
I have male admirers from various parts of the world.




Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Dylan Mamid, Makonnen Sheran, Santi White, Zachary Rapp-Rovan

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@terrylina.8366

im obsessed with this video, this era was a crisp breathe of fresh air

@WooItsMel

Santigold has been good since forever. Adore her

@JamieSlateMusic

+WooItsMel agreed, watched her act open for RHCP a few years back. Stunning show. Just awesome.

@dramababy2914

Santifold furever <3

@shannonceleste5557

@ Jamie Slate Music bro holy shit that sounds so ducking amazing

@divinelyme4007

Still loving her!! ๐ŸŽ‰

@jasonmoore1195

Love her. Appreciate her while there is time โคโคโคโค

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@guitafire

A RARE EARL SIGHTING!

@EarlSweatshirtsLips

a strange one too

@senzayyzone

+G47AXY * it has evolved

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