Don't Tell Me
The Hit Crew Lyrics
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While you gave me that kiss it was something like this it made me go ooh ohh
You wiped my tears, got rid of all my fears, why did you have to go
Guess it wasn't enough to take up some of my love
Guys are so hard to trust
Did I not tell you that I'm not like that girl
The one who gives it all away
Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you, this time
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry
Don't try to tell me what to do,
Don't try to tell me what to say,
Your better off that way
Don't think that your charm and the fact that your arm is now around my neck
Will get you in my pants I'll have to kick your ass and make you never forget
I'm gonna ask you to stop, thought I liked you a lot, but I'm really upset
Get out of my head get off of my bed yeah that's what I said
Did I not tell you that I'm not like that girl, the one who, throws it all away
Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you, this time
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry
Don't try to tell me what to do,
Don't try to tell me what to say,
Your better off that way
This guilt trip that you put me on won't, mess me up I've done no wrong
Any thoughts of you and me have gone away
Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you, this time
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry
Don't try to tell me what to do,
Dont try to tell me what to say,
Your better off that way
Better off that way
I'm better off alone anyway
The lyrics of "Tell Me Why" by The Hit Crew reveal a girl who was seduced by a boy but realizes that he was only interested in physical intimacy, although she wanted something deeper. The song begins with a recollection of a sweet moment when he held her hand and kissed her goodnight. However, the relationship wasn't working out because of a lack of trust. Although he promised her the world, she discovered that he only wanted what was between her legs. She refused to be used in that way and decided it was better to be alone than to be with someone who didn't care about her as a person.
The girl in the song is quite assertive and knows what she wants. She isn't afraid to be expressive and clear about her feelings, as she realizes she deserves better. The lyrics stress the importance of respect and consent, as well as the fact that true love is selfless and mutual. Despite feeling hurt and betrayed, she has found enough confidence in herself to move on and see that a partner who doesn't love you for you isn't worth your time.
Line by Line Meaning
You held my hand and walked me home I know
You accompanied me home lovingly and it was a beautiful gesture
While you gave me that kiss it was something like this it made me go ooh ohh
The kiss you gave me was special and made me feel overjoyed
You wiped my tears, got rid of all my fears, why did you have to go
You helped me overcome my sadness and fear, but then you left
Guess it wasn't enough to take up some of my love
My love for you was not enough to keep you by my side
Guys are so hard to trust
Men are difficult to trust in relationships
Did I not tell you that I'm not like that girl
I thought I made it clear that I am not the type of girl who gives herself away easily
The one who gives it all away
I am not the type of girl who gives away her love and affection easily
Did you think that I was gonna give it up to you, this time
Did you assume that I would give myself to you without hesitation?
Did you think that it was somethin' I was gonna do and cry
Did you believe that I would be emotional and hurt after giving myself to you?
Don't try to tell me what to do,
Don't attempt to control me or give me orders
Don't try to tell me what to say,
Don't attempt to tell me how to speak or express myself
Your better off that way
You are better off not trying to control me or manipulate me
Don't think that your charm and the fact that your arm is now around my neck
Your charm and physical touch do not give you power over me
Will get you in my pants I'll have to kick your ass and make you never forget
If you attempt to take advantage of me, I will physically retaliate and ensure you never forget it
I'm gonna ask you to stop, thought I liked you a lot, but I'm really upset
I will ask you to stop and I may have had feelings for you, but I am truly upset with you
Get out of my head get off of my bed yeah that's what I said
I don't want you in my thoughts or in my physical space
This guilt trip that you put me on won't, mess me up I've done no wrong
Your attempts to make me feel guilty will not work, as I have done nothing wrong
Any thoughts of you and me have gone away
I have no desire to pursue a relationship with you anymore
Better off that way
It is better for me to be alone than be with someone who tries to control me
I'm better off alone anyway
I am happier and better off being alone
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: AVRIL RAMONA LAVIGNE, EVAN DAVID TAUBENFELD
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