It Ain't Me
T‐Pain feat. Akon & T.I. Lyrics
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Yeah, Yeah
[Intro: T.I.]
Hey, it's for all my cats man
Have you ever been in a club and have a chick run up on you,
And kinda tell you to buy her a drink, home?
I mean, it ain't what I can do, it what I will do,
I mean, a chick who ask for nothing will get everything
A chick who ask for everything will get nothing
Pain, why don't you talk to these motherfucking broke bitches for a minute, would you
[T-Pain]
You may want a man with some consideration (Consideration),
Determination (Determination)
I let conversation (How you Doing Baby?)
And you might want a man who just say straight I'm nasty (Straight I'm nasty)
From Tallahassee (It's a hate 5-0)
You're far to classy (far too classy)
So you might want a man who's got a job (job), car (car), clothes (clothes), jewelry (jewelry)
Girl I just ain't fooling me to you (No), to you (No)
Think that I'm that easy shawty, it can't go that breezy shawty,
Find another dude cause it ain't me
[Chorus: T-Pain]
What you in a rain, buy expensive things
It ain't me, babe, it ain't me, no, it ain't me,
No way, no how, uh uh
It ain't me, babe, it ain't me, no, it ain't me,
I saw all your fingers take you out and make you famous
It ain't me, babe, it ain't me, no, it ain't me,
No way, no how, uh uh
It ain't me, babe, it ain't me, no, it ain't me
[Akon]
I know you thought you had a sugar daddy
Plan to treat me like a her
Take my money cause I'm attractive
Then kick me off to the curve
Climb in fancy restaurants
Eating expensive ourdevours
How I'm gonna let you get it all like that
Without the big lip
Girl that's my word.
And if you wanna ride, then I just can't let it slide
If you plan to get me for all I got, you could start by spending the night.
Otherwise let me see your head get small
Less your head to make the head get tall
If not goin' get lost cause that ain't me
(If not goin' get lost cause that ain't me)
[Chorus]
[T.I.]
Hey,
Shawty look so good
So she think I should
Throw dough to her, like it ain't nothing to it
Get you whatever you like, I could,
But all I be giving you tonight is just wood
Hood, to my heart I do it
Huge and your attitude just blew it
So rude that your mentality is distorting your reality
Actually the more you speak make me think where I'd rather be
I don't care if you hiding me, cause I won't sponsor shopping sprees
It's lots of freaks that I could be showing my generosity to
Boo, stop it please, I ain't that guy,
You ain't that fly
Got your head up your ass that's why
All you ask for is all I deny
I do for you what I decide
And I can buy all kinds of things
Go places spend all kinds of dough
My kindness is no blindness though
T-Pain, where you find this hoe
Ha ha, I know what you want me to do
[Chorus]
The lyrics to "It Ain't Me" by T-Pain feat. Akon & T.I. depict a situation where the artists are addressing women who try to take advantage of them for their money and fame. It starts with T.I. talking about encounters with women who expect him to buy them drinks and treat them to expensive things simply because of his status. He emphasizes that it's not about what he can do for them, but what he is willing to do. He believes that women who ask for nothing will actually receive everything, while those who ask for everything will end up with nothing. T-Pain then sings about how some women may want a man with respect, determination, conversation, and a wild side, but he acknowledges that he's not easily fooled by their intentions and won't be taken advantage of. He states that if they're looking for someone who will spend extravagantly on them, it won't be him. Akon's verse continues the theme, expressing his dissatisfaction with women who see him as a sugar daddy and only value him for his money. He warns them that he won't be easily swayed and that if they want to be with him, they need to prove themselves more than just wanting material possessions. T.I.'s verse adds to the message, saying that he won't be manipulated into spending money on someone who doesn't truly appreciate him. He highlights that his kindness is not accompanied by blindness and that he won't be controlled by anyone's expectations.
Overall, the song serves as a cautionary tale about not being taken advantage of by individuals who only see material gain when dealing with someone in a position of wealth and fame. It emphasizes the importance of valuing oneself and not compromising personal boundaries.
Line by Line Meaning
You may want a man with some consideration (Consideration)
You might desire a man who takes your feelings into account and shows thoughtfulness
Determination (Determination)
Dedication and resolve are important qualities you seek in a man
I let conversation (How you Doing Baby?)
I value meaningful conversations and genuine connection
And you might want a man who just say straight I'm nasty (Straight I'm nasty)
Perhaps you prefer a man who is upfront about his wild and playful side
From Tallahassee (It's a hate 5-0)
I am representing my hometown of Tallahassee, known for its law enforcement presence
You're far too classy (far too classy)
You possess great elegance and sophistication
So you might want a man who's got a job (job), car (car), clothes (clothes), jewelry (jewelry)
You may be interested in a man who is financially stable and presents himself well
Girl I just ain't fooling me to you (No), to you (No)
I am not someone easily deceived or manipulated by your actions
Think that I'm that easy shawty, it can't go that breezy shawty
If you believe I am easily won over, it won't be as simple as that
Find another dude cause it ain't me
You should seek another man because I don't fit your expectations
What you in a rain, buy expensive things
Are you attracted to someone who showers you with expensive gifts
It ain't me, babe, it ain't me, no, it ain't me
I am not the type of person to fulfill that role in your life
No way, no how, uh uh
Definitely not, under any circumstances
I saw all your fingers take you out and make you famous
I witnessed you using manipulative tactics to gain attention and status
I know you thought you had a sugar daddy
You believed you had found a wealthy benefactor
Plan to treat me like a her
Intending to exploit me for financial benefit
Take my money cause I'm attractive
Trying to take advantage of my wealth because of my physical appeal
Then kick me off to the curve
And then discard me when you've gotten what you wanted
Climb in fancy restaurants
Frequenting upscale dining establishments
Eating expensive ourdevours
Indulging in costly delicacies
How I'm gonna let you get it all like that
Why would I allow you to take everything from me in that manner
Without the big lip
Without standing up for myself and asserting my boundaries
Girl that's my word
I am emphasizing the truthfulness and seriousness of my statement
And if you wanna ride, then I just can't let it slide
If you want to be involved with me, I cannot ignore or overlook these actions
If you plan to get me for all I got, you could start by spending the night
If you intend to take advantage of my possessions, you should at least make an effort to build a deeper connection with me
Otherwise let me see your head get small
Otherwise, you need to humble yourself
Less your head to make the head get tall
Lower your ego to build a stronger foundation
If not goin' get lost cause that ain't me
If not, you will need to move on because I am not the right person for you
Shawty look so good
You appear very attractive
So she think I should
So you believe I should spend money on you
Throw dough to her, like it ain't nothing to it
Casually spend money on you, without considering the consequences
Get you whatever you like, I could
I am capable of getting you anything you desire
But all I be giving you tonight is just wood
However, all I will offer you tonight is physical intimacy
Hood, to my heart I do it
I remain true to my roots and act in accordance with my feelings
Huge and your attitude just blew it
Your negative and entitled attitude has ruined any chance of a positive outcome
So rude that your mentality is distorting your reality
Your disrespectful mindset is causing you to misconstrue the situation
Actually the more you speak make me think where I'd rather be
In fact, the more you talk, the more I contemplate being elsewhere
I don't care if you hiding me, cause I won't sponsor shopping sprees
I am not concerned about you hiding our relationship, as I will not financially support your excessive shopping
It's lots of freaks that I could be showing my generosity to
There are many other individuals I could be generous towards
Boo, stop it please, I ain't that guy
Darling, please stop, as I am not that type of person
You ain't that fly
You are not as attractive or impressive as you believe
Got your head up your ass that's why
Your inflated ego is clouding your judgment
All you ask for is all I deny
You request things that I consistently refuse to provide
I do for you what I decide
I only do what I deem appropriate for you
And I can buy all kinds of things
I am capable of purchasing various items
Go places spend all kinds of dough
I can travel to different locations and spend a significant amount of money
My kindness is no blindness though
However, my generosity does not indicate a lack of discernment
T-Pain, where you find this hoe
T-Pain, where did you come across this derogatory term for a woman
Ha ha, I know what you want me to do
Ha ha, I understand what you are trying to manipulate me into doing
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: FRANK ROMANO, DAVID BALFOUR, NAJM FAHEEM, CLIFFORD HARRIS, ALIAUNE THIAM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lindsaysamuel1829
This album reminds me of when I was young, sitting up the whole night playing 'Need for Speed' and drinking alcohol.........Now im old.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@T0rche
Those Akon & T-Pain years man... Good times... '06 to '11
@TheTeknicalMixes
T0rche *'04-'11 T-Pain was signed by Akon in 2004 and I'm Sprung came out the same year so technically it's 2004 not 2006
@TheTeknicalMixes
Jeremiah Grady it's true though
@kdenise394
I still sing "it ain't me BABE" and no one ever knows what I'm talking about 💀
@tjm.7183
Same here lol
@hectormendez3119
Me toooooo!!! 😂
@jaredjohnson7980
Man in black
@Enheritance
wow omg i can't believe its been over 7 years since this song has came out . i miss these days
@Robertkingz
2022 Is the perfect year this song has to become viral