Selfish
TWENTY88 Lyrics
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(Got you Bitch)
How could you be so selfish
Phone off, careless
You ain't drinking no more that's bullshit
I heard your taking more shots than a full clique
No call, no text, huh?
That's how you feel when you stressed, huh?
I need them answers now like it's test time
Do you realize how many good girls I lost
When I changed the number for you
When I needed that peaceful sleep and still cuddled for you
You ain't even know when times get hard I bent up the budget
I kept it subtle
Might as well put jackets over the puddles for you
You're acting irreplaceable, pfft, hardly
I should have took the warning sings
On nights I hit you when you wen you backs at me
The morning time, you got me on the borderline
I used to want to put the work in now I feel like overtime
When I hit you late night, texting
Phone off, no stressing
How could you be so selfish
Selfish, so selfish
Phone off, no texting
No pics, no calls, no sexting
How could you be so selfish
Selfish, so selfish
I can't help it
So, so selfish
Why would you just play with the one who been there with you when no one would come
Can't believe I stayed faithful to somebody so ungrateful
Don't you know there's a line for my love
And you be out here lying on us
Ain't that some shit
Ain't that a bitch
And you wonder why the past has changed us
Wonder why it ain't the same for us
You keep fuckin it up it's all on you
You just made it so hard for you
Late night, texting
Phone off, no stressing
How could you be so selfish
Selfish, selfish
Phone off, texting
No pics, no calls, no sexting
How could you be so selfish
Selfish, so selfish
I can't help it
So, so selfish
Breakdown
I think it's time to breakdown
Late night, texting
Phone off, stressing
Testing me now, stressing me out
Out, out
How could you be so
The song "Selfish" by TWENTY88 is a cry of heartsick following a betrayal from a former lover. The lyrics are bold and direct, expressing the pain and frustration caused by a significant other's selfish behavior. The beginning of the song sets the tone for the rest of the piece: "You know I ain't having that shit/How could you be so selfish?" The betrayed party has had enough of their partner's lack of consideration and is now speaking up.
The following stanzas go on to describe the acts committed by the other person, such as ignoring calls and being intoxicated, and how they have affected the singer. It becomes evident that the hurt caused by the other person's behavior has reached a level of no return, with lines like "You just made it so hard for you" and "Can’t believe I stayed faithful to somebody so ungrateful" demonstrating the finality of the situation. On the whole, the song seems to be a case of someone who has had enough and is ready to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
You know I ain't having that shit
I strongly disagree with your behavior
How could you be so selfish
Your actions are causing harm to others, without considering their feelings
Phone off, careless
You ignore my calls and messages, without any consideration or care
You ain't drinking no more that's bullshit
You lied about stopping drinking for my sake - this is not true
I heard your taking more shots than a full clique
I heard that you're actually drinking alcohol with a group of friends, more than ever
No call, no text, huh?
You have not contacted me recently, is this on purpose?
That's how you feel when you stressed, huh?
Your stress is causing you to ignore important communication from me
You know I'm from a tribe called questions
I ask many questions, especially when something doesn't seem right
I need them answers now like it's test time
I need you to provide answers to my questions, urgently
Do you realize how many good girls I lost
I lost opportunities with other good women, because I chose to focus on you
When I changed the number for you
I went to great lengths to accommodate your needs, even changing my phone number
When I needed that peaceful sleep and still cuddled for you
I sacrificed my own comfort to make sure you felt loved and secure
You ain't even know when times get hard I bent up the budget
When times were tough, I had to stretch my finances to make ends meet
I kept it subtle
I didn't want to burden you with my financial struggles
Might as well put jackets over the puddles for you
I am willing to go to great lengths to make sure you are comfortable, even in the rain
You're acting irreplaceable, pfft, hardly
You are acting as if you cannot be replaced, but this is not true
I should have took the warning sings
I should have paid attention to the signs that indicated our relationship was not healthy
On nights I hit you when you wen you backs at me
On some occasions, I was physically violent towards you when you turned your back on me
The morning time, you got me on the borderline
Your behavior has pushed me to the edge, and I am struggling to cope
I used to want to put the work in now I feel like overtime
I used to be willing to work hard to keep our relationship alive, but now it feels like too much effort
When I hit you late night, texting
When I message you late at night, hoping for a response
Phone off, no stressing
You have turned off your phone and are not worried about our communication
No pics, no calls, no sexting
You are not sending any pictures, making any calls, or engaging in sexual conversation
Why would you just play with the one who been there with you when no one would come
Why are you treating me badly, when I have always been there for you
Can't believe I stayed faithful to somebody so ungrateful
I can't believe I remained loyal to someone who doesn't appreciate my efforts and sacrifices
Don't you know there's a line for my love
There is a limit to how much I can love and care for you, and you have crossed that line
And you be out here lying on us
You have been dishonest about our relationship, even though it affects both of us
Ain't that some shit
Isn't this frustrating or disappointing
And you wonder why the past has changed us
You are surprised that our relationship has changed, but your actions are the cause
Wonder why it ain't the same for us
You are confused about why our relationship is not the same, but you need to look at your behavior
You keep fuckin it up it's all on you
You are responsible for our failed relationship, due to your selfishness and thoughtless behavior
I think it's time to breakdown
I am approaching a point of emotional breakdown or crisis
Testing me now, stressing me out
Your actions are testing my patience and causing me considerable stress
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: STEVE LACY, JHENE AIKO, RONALD TYLER COLSON, MARCOS PALACIO, ERNEST CLARK, SEAN ANDERSON, MATAN ZOHAR, JAN-AI EL-GONI, JAMEEL ROBERTS
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@iya509
You know I ain't having that shit
(Got you Bitch)
How could you be so selfish
Phone off, careless
You ain't drinking no more that's bullshit
I heard you're taking more shots than a full clip
No call, no text, huh?
That's how you feel when you stressed, huh?
You know I'm from a tribe called questions
I need them answers now like it's test time
Do you realize how many good girls I lost
When I changed the number for you
When I needed that peaceful sleep and still cuddled for you
You ain't even know when times got hard I bent up the budget
I kept it subtle
Might as well put jackets over the puddles for you
You’re acting irreplaceable, pfft, hardly
I shoulda took the warning signs on nights I hit you and you ain’t get back to me
The morning time, you got me on the borderline
I used to want to put the work in now I feel like overtime
[Chorus: Big Sean + Jhené Aiko]
When I hit you late night, texting
Phone off, no stressing
How could you be so selfish, selfish, so selfish?
Phone off, no texting
No pics, no calls, no sexting
How could you be so selfish, selfish, so selfish?
I can't help it
I can't help it
I can't help it
I can't help it
So, so selfish
Verse 2: Jhené Aiko]
Why would you just play with the one
Who been there with you when no one would come
Can't believe I stayed faithful
To somebody so ungrateful
Don't you know there’s a line for my love?
And you be out here lying on us
Ain't that some shit?
Ain't that a bitch?
And you wonder why the past has changed us
Wonder why it ain't the same for us
You keep fuckin' up, it’s all on you
You just made it so hard for you
[Chorus: Big Sean + Jhené Aiko]
Late night, texting
Phone off, no stressing
How could you be so selfish, selfish, selfish?
Phone off, texting
No pics, no calls, no sexting
How could you be so selfish, selfish, so selfish?
I can't help it
I can't help it
I can't help it
I can't help it
So, so selfish
@lilpendeja8211
I'm still not over this album, it's so good
@user-yh9vd9yz9u
same
@Wyatt6661
ikr
@RandomBlueJays
Facts
@adrianalewis7347
Pennywise aye my boi how u got connection down in them sewers???!!!
@zaid6971
InterestingName I'm still waiting for part 2.. 😩
@DoelowDaPilotman
this album lowkey slept on...i aint gone lie i slept on it when it came out...jus started listening this month...fire
@beyonce2998
Doelow Da Pilotman oh shit I watch ur astrology vids hey !
@ARD7177
Doelow Da Pilotman oh snaps! much respect for your astrology videos!
@judgebooty7545
Twent88 was wayyy underrated.