The duo released their debut LP, Purple Naked Ladies, digitally on December 20, 2011. A physical copy was released on January 31, 2012, making it the first physical release on Odd Future's own record label, Odd Future Records. To date, three singles have been released from the album: "Love Song -1," "They Say," and "Cocaine". On February 1st, 2012 The Internet released a free EP consisting of 4 bonus songs that were originally intended for the physical copy and is available for download on www.oddfuture.com.
Look What U Started
The Internet Lyrics
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Know you got it coming, babe
You took this shit from zero to a hundred, babe
I hope you finally get it on your judgment day
'Cause you're gonna pay babe, you're gonna pay babe
Given you enough of me (nuff of that, nuff of that)
But need you when you said you were in love with me
I heard that you've been tryna get in touch with me
What you got to say babe? You got to say babe?
Now you should ask yourself (hey)
Was, was it worth it?
Before you go and ask for help (hey)
Do you deserve it?
Girl you know what you did
Look what you started
What's going through your head?
Are you sorry?
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Don't know what you're going through
You blame it on your problems but it's no excuse
(It's no excuse)
You can't keep playing innocent, I know the truth
I know that you're crazy, I know all your crazy (Yeah, yeah)
Falling out of love with you (nuff of that, nuff of that)
Wasn't easy but I finally gotten over you (nuff of that, nuff of that)
More power to the one that gets a hold of you
'Cause I ain't gonna take it, ain't gonna take it
Now you should ask yourself (hey)
Was, was it worth it?
Before you go and ask for help (hey)
Do you deserve it?
Girl you know what you did
Look what you started
What's going through your head?
Are you sorry?
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Girl you know what you did (did)
Look what you started
What's going through your head? (Your head)
Are you sorry?
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Look
That's just the way that I felt (just the way I felt)
Told you this time it's for real
So say goodbye (goodbye)
To you and I
Meanwhile I'll try to forget (I'll try baby)
The way you treated me then, no
It wasn't right (wasn't right) but you'll pay the price
Bitch
Oh babe, why?
In "Look What U Started," The Internet reflects on the aftermath of a tumultuous relationship. The song tells the story of someone who's been hurt by their partner's actions as they express their disappointment and resentment. The main hook chastises the partner, indicating that they knew what they were doing when they started the relationship, and now they have to pay the price for their actions. The chorus repeatedly asks the partner if they are sorry for what they did, implying that their actions were unforgivable, leaving nothing left to say. Syd's vocals are passionate and emotive, expressing the hurt and resentment in the lyrics.
The verses paint a picture of a relationship that started with a lot of passion but eventually unravelled. The partner took the relationship from zero to a hundred, rushing into things too quickly, causing trouble for both parties. The singer has given enough of themselves but now wants nothing more to do with the partner. The partner might be trying to make amends, but it's too little, too late. In the second verse, the singer accuses the partner of using their problems as an excuse for their behaviour. They criticise the partner's attempts to play innocent and point out that they know the truth. The verse ends with a declaration of love lost and the desire to move on.
Overall, "Look What U Started" is a song about the end of a relationship and the hurt and disappointment that comes with it. The Internet's lyrics and Syd's delivery capture the mood perfectly, expressing the feeling of being done with the partner and their actions. The song's melancholic tone, combined with the catchy chorus, makes it a memorable track that anyone who's been through a tough breakup can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
Why
Questioning the reason for the other person's actions
Know you got it coming, babe
Implying the other person deserves the consequences of their actions
You took this shit from zero to a hundred, babe
Suggesting the other person escalated a situation excessively quickly
I hope you finally get it on your judgment day
Hoping the other person learns their lesson at some point in the future
'Cause you're gonna pay babe, you're gonna pay babe
Stating that the other person will face the consequences of their actions
Given you enough of me (nuff of that, nuff of that)
Indicating that the singer has reached their limit with the other person
But need you when you said you were in love with me (Loved you back, loved you back)
Highlighting the other person's past declaration of love
I heard that you've been tryna get in touch with me
Acknowledging the other person's attempts to contact them
What you got to say babe? You got to say babe?
Asking the other person what they want to communicate
Now you should ask yourself (hey)
Encouraging the other person to reflect and ask themselves a question
Was, was it worth it?
Asking if the other person's actions were worth the consequences they will face
Before you go and ask for help (hey)
Suggesting that the other person should reflect before seeking assistance
Do you deserve it?
Questioning the other person's worthiness to receive help or forgiveness
Girl you know what you did
Asserting that the other person is aware of their actions
Look what you started
Pointing out that the other person initiated the situation
What's going through your head? Are you sorry?
Asking the other person to reveal their thoughts and emotions
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Expressing that the conversation has come to an end
Don't know what you're going through
Admitting they are unsure of what the other person is experiencing
You blame it on your problems but it's no excuse (It's no excuse)
Rejecting the other person's excuses for their actions
You can't keep playing innocent, I know the truth
Refuting the other person's attempt to appear innocent
I know that you're crazy, I know all your crazy (Yeah, yeah)
Acknowledging the other person's erratic behavior
Falling out of love with you (nuff of that, nuff of that)
Conveying that the artist no longer has romantic feelings for the other person
Wasn't easy but I finally gotten over you (nuff of that, nuff of that)
Implying that the singer has moved on from the other person, despite the difficulties
More power to the one that gets a hold of you
Wishing the best for whoever ends up dealing with the other person's behavior
'Cause I ain't gonna take it, ain't gonna take it
Refusing to tolerate the other person's actions
Look
Drawing attention to what they're about to say
That's just the way that I felt (just the way I felt)
Explaining their emotional state
Told you this time it's for real
Clarifying that their feelings have changed and they mean it this time
So say goodbye (goodbye)
Announcing the end of the relationship
To you and I
Acknowledging the dissolution of the relationship
Meanwhile I'll try to forget (I'll try baby)
Expressing their intention to move on and forget about the other person
The way you treated me then, no
Referring to mistreatment by the other person
It wasn't right (wasn't right) but you'll pay the price
Conveying that the other person will face the consequences of their actions
Bitch
Insulting the other person (not recommended behavior)
Oh babe, why?
Expressing confusion and disappointment in the other person's actions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Matthew Martin, Nick Eaholtz, Patrick Paige, Steve Lacy, Sydney Bennett
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kelly Bernavis
LYRICS
Why
Know you got it coming, babe
You took this shit from zero to a hundred, babe
I hope you finally get it on your judgment day
'Cause you're gonna pay babe, you're gonna pay babe
Given you enough of me (nuff of that, nuff of that)
But need you when you said you were in love with me
(Loved you back, loved you back)
I heard that you've been tryna get in touch with me
What you got to say babe? You got to say babe?
Now you should ask yourself (hey)
Was, was it worth it?
Before you go and ask for help (hey)
Do you deserve it?
Girl you know what you did
Look what you started
What's going through your head?
Are you sorry?
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Don't know what you're going through
You blame it on your problems but it's no excuse
(It's no excuse)
You can't keep playing innocent, I know the truth
I know that you're crazy, I know all your crazy (Yeah, yeah)
Falling out of love with you (nuff of that, nuff of that)
Wasn't easy but I finally gotten over you (nuff of that, nuff of that)
More power to the one that gets a hold of you
'Cause I ain't gonna take it, ain't gonna take it
Now you should ask yourself (hey)
Was, was it worth it?
Before you go and ask for help (hey)
Do you deserve it?
Girl you know what you did
Look what you started
What's going through your head?
Are you sorry?
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Girl you know what you did (did)
Look what you started
What's going through your head? (Your head)
Are you sorry?
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Look
That's just the way that I felt (just the way I felt)
Told you this time it's for real
So say goodbye (goodbye)
To you and I
Meanwhile I'll try to forget (I'll try baby)
The way you treated me then, no
It wasn't right (wasn't right) but you'll pay the price
Bitch
Oh babe, why?
Mars
Why
Know you got it coming, babe
You took this shit from zero to a hundred, babe
I hope you finally get it on your judgment day
'Cause you're gonna pay babe, you're gonna pay babe
Given you enough of me (nuff of that, nuff of that)
But need you when you said you were in love with me
(Loved you back, loved you back)
I heard that you've been tryna get in touch with me
What you got to say babe? You got to say babe?
Now you should ask yourself (hey)
Was, was it worth it?
Before you go and ask for help (hey)
Do you deserve it?
Girl you know what you did
Look what you started
What's going through your head?
Are you sorry?
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Don't know what you're going through
You blame it on your problems but it's no excuse
(It's no excuse)
You can't keep playing innocent, I know the truth
I know that you're crazy, I know all your crazy (Yeah, yeah)
Falling out of love with you (nuff of that, nuff of that)
Wasn't easy but I finally gotten over you (nuff of that, nuff of that)
More power to the one that gets a hold of you
'Cause I ain't gonna take it, ain't gonna take it
Now you should ask yourself (hey)
Was, was it worth it?
Before you go and ask for help (hey)
Do you deserve it?
Girl you know what you did
Look what you started
What's going through your head?
Are you sorry?
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Girl you know what you did (did)
Look what you started
What's going through your head? (Your head)
Are you sorry?
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
There's nothing left to say (say, say, say, say)
Look
That's just the way that I felt (just the way I felt)
Told you this time it's for real
So say goodbye (goodbye)
To you and I
Meanwhile I'll try to forget (I'll try baby)
The way you treated me then, no
It wasn't right (wasn't right) but you'll pay the price
Bitch
Oh babe, why?
Honestly, I don't not care
This whole album has cleared my skin, whitened my teeth, moisturized my hair, given me straight a's for this and the entire upcoming semesters, destroyed my insomnia, cured my depression AND my anxiety, and ended global warming.
FloatFN8
😭
chilli
i agree
David Hill
LOve it!!!!!
Spiiegel
they have the greatest base lines i swear
Yaya T.
That’s what I’m thinking too; can’t get enough of this 😍🎶
Teezus
THE BESTT
mr t
That's what I'm saying
queen V
Yessss
shantavanee
Agreed!