No Scrubs
South Royston ft TLC Lyrics


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Oh, oh

A scrub is a guy that thinks he's fly
And is also known as a busta (busta)
Always talkin' about what he wants
And just sits on his broke ass

So no, I don't want your number
No, I don't want to give you mine and
No, I don't want to meet you nowhere
No, I don't want none of your time and

No, I don't want no scrub
A scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me
Hangin' out the passenger side
Of his best friend's ride
Trying to holla at me
I don't want no scrub
A scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me
Hangin' out the passenger side
Of his best friend's ride
Trying to holla at me

Well a scrub checkin' me
But his game is kinda weak
And I know that he cannot approach me
'Cause I'm looking like class, and he's looking like trash
Can't get wit' a deadbeat ass

So no, I don't want your number
No, I don't want to give you mine and
No, I don't want to meet you nowhere
No, I don't want none of your time and

No, I don't want no scrub
A scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me
Hangin' out the passenger side
Of his best friend's ride
Trying to holla at me
I don't want no scrub
A scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me
Hangin' out the passenger side
Of his best friend's ride
Trying to holla at me

If you don't have a car and you're walking
Oh yes son, I'm talking to you
If you live at home with your momma
Oh yes son, I'm talking to you
If you have a shorty that you don't show love
Oh yes son, I'm talking to you
Wanna get me with no money
Oh no, I don't want no
No scrub, no scrub
No scrub, no scrub

No, I don't want no scrub
A scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me
Hangin' out the passenger side
Of his best friend's ride
Trying to holla at me
I don't want no scrub
A scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me
Hangin' out the passenger side
Of his best friend's ride
Trying to holla at me

See, if you can't spatially expand my horizon
Then that leaves you in the class with scrubs, never rising
I don't find it surprising
And if you don't have the G's
To please me and bounce me here to the coast of overseas
So, let me give you something to think about
Inundate your mind with intentions to turn you out
Can't forget the focus on the picture in front of me
You as clear as DVD on digital TV screens
Satisfy my appetite with something spectacular
Check your vernacular, and then I get back to ya
With diamond-like precision
Insatiable is what I envision
Can't detect acquisition
From your friend's Expedition
Mr. Big Willy, if you really want to know
Ask Chilli, could I be a silly ho?
Not really
T-Boz and all my senoritas
Are steppin' on your FILA's
But you don't hear me, though

No, I don't want no scrub
A scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me
Hangin' out the passenger side
Of his best friend's ride
Trying to holla at me
I don't want no scrub
A scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me
Hangin' out the passenger side




Of his best friend's ride
Trying to holla at me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song "No Scrubs" by South Royston and TLC talk about a type of guy that they do not want to associate with, called a "scrub." A scrub is defined as a guy who thinks he is popular, but in reality, he is not. Scrubs are always talking about what they want, but do nothing to make their goals come to fruition. They are lazy and often broke. The song expresses that the singers do not want this kind of a person in their lives.


TLC's lyrics go on to say that if you are walking and don't have a car or if you live with your mom, you are a scrub. They further go on to say if you do not have money to please and take them to the Coast of Overseas, then they have no interest in you. They need someone who can expand their horizons with diamonds, someone with clear intentions, good vocabulary and are ambitious.


This song was a hit for TLC and was released during the late 90s, during a time when the boy band craze and rap music were popular. Many females could relate to the lyrics and understand the need for ambition and drive in a partner. The song went on to win several awards and was a huge success.


Line by Line Meaning

A scrub is a guy that thinks he's fly
A scrub is someone who believes they are attractive or stylish, but they are not.


And is also known as a busta (busta)
A busta is another term to describe a scrub, someone who is not appealing to others.


Always talkin' about what he wants
A scrub frequently talks about their desires, but they do not take action to fulfill them.


And just sits on his broke ass
A scrub is lazy and does not work to improve their financial situation.


So no, I don't want your number
I am not interested in giving the scrub my phone number.


No, I don't want to give you mine and
I do not want the scrub to have my phone number either.


No, I don't want to meet you nowhere
I do not want to meet up with the scrub at any location.


No, I don't want none of your time and
I do not want to spend any time with the scrub at all.


No, I don't want no scrub
I have no interest in having a relationship with a scrub.


A scrub is a guy that can't get no love from me
A guy who is a scrub will not be able to receive love, affection, or attention from me.


Hangin' out the passenger side
A scrub is typically found sitting in the passenger seat of someone else's car.


Of his best friend's ride
The car in question is usually owned by the scrub's friend.


Trying to holla at me
The scrub is attempting to flirt or get my attention, and I am not interested.


Well a scrub checkin' me
Another scrub is trying to approach me.


But his game is kinda weak
However, the scrub's attempts are not successful due to their lack of skill and charm.


And I know that he cannot approach me
I am aware that the scrub is not capable of impressing me or getting my attention.


'Cause I'm looking like class, and he's looking like trash
I present myself with poise and elegance, whereas the scrub appears unkempt and undesirable.


Can't get wit' a deadbeat ass
I am not interested in dating someone who is lazy and irresponsible.


If you don't have a car and you're walking
If you do not own a car and must walk everywhere, this includes you.


If you live at home with your momma
If you still reside with your mother, this includes you.


If you have a shorty that you don't show love
If you have a significant other but do not treat them with love and respect, this includes you.


Wanna get me with no money
If you attempt to win my affection without putting in any financial effort, this includes you.


See, if you can't spatially expand my horizon
If you are not able to enlighten me or provide a new perspective, you are a scrub.


Then that leaves you in the class with scrubs, never rising
If you are unable to contribute in a meaningful way, you will remain amongst the ranks of scrubs.


I don't find it surprising
It is unsurprising to me that there are many scrubs out there.


And if you don't have the G's
If you do not have the necessary financial resources,


To please me and bounce me here to the coast of overseas
To impress me and take me on extravagant trips abroad,


So, let me give you something to think about
Allow me to give you something to ponder on in regards to your own inadequacies.


Inundate your mind with intentions to turn you out
I will fill your mind with ways to improve yourself and become more desirable.


Can't forget the focus on the picture in front of me
However, we must remember the current situation of the scrub and their lack of appeal.


You as clear as DVD on digital TV screens
The image of the scrub is crystal clear in my mind, it is impossible to ignore or forget.


Satisfy my appetite with something spectacular
I am looking for something truly amazing and unique to fulfill my desires.


Check your vernacular, and then I get back to ya
Improve your language and speech, then I may consider speaking with you further.


With diamond-like precision
I am extremely precise and particular about what I am looking for in a partner.


Insatiable is what I envision
I am looking for someone who will constantly satisfy me and fulfill my wants and needs.


Can't detect acquisition
I am not interested in acquiring or being associated with a scrub.


From your friend's Expedition
I am not interested in being associated with a scrub who is hanging out in his friend's car.


Mr. Big Willy, if you really want to know
This is directed at men who are self-proclaimed players or successful.


Ask Chilli, could I be a silly ho?
Ask Chilli, my friend and bandmate, if I would ever settle for someone like you.


T-Boz and all my senoritas
T-Boz and I, along with our female friends, stand in solidarity in our desire for desirable partners.


Are steppin' on your FILA's
We are not interested in impressing or worrying about the feelings of a scrub.


But you don't hear me, though
Despite my clear message, you continue to pursue me, unable to understand or comprehend my perspective.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kevin Briggs, Kandi Burruss, Tameka D. Cottle, Lisa Lopez

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