Promiscuous
Timbaland ft. Nelly Furtado Lyrics


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Am I throwing you off?
Nope
Didn't think so

How you doing, young lady?
That feeling that you giving really drives me crazy
You're dope have a player 'bout to choke
I was at a loss of words first time that we spoke

You looking for a girl that'll treat you right
Have you looking for her in the daytime with the light
You might be the type if I play my cards right
I'll find out by the end of the night

You expect me to just let you hit it
But will you still respect me if you get it?
All I can do is try, gimme one chance
What's the problem? I don't see no ring on your hand
I'll be the first to admit it
I'm curious about you, you seem so innocent
You wanna get in my world, get lost in it
Boy, I'm tired of running, let's walk for a minute (hey)

Promiscuous girl, wherever you are
I'm all alone and it's you that I want
Promiscuous boy, you already know
That I'm all yours, what you waiting for?
Promiscuous girl, you're teasing me
You know what I want, and I got what you need
Promiscuous boy, let's get to the point
'Cause we're on a roll, you ready?

Roses are red, some diamonds are blue
Chivalry is dead, but you're still kinda cute
Hey, I can't keep my mind off you
Where you at? Do you mind if I come through?
I'm out of this world come with me to my planet
Get you on my level, do you think that you can handle it?
They call me Thomas, last name Crown
Recognize game, I'ma lay mine's down
I'm a big girl I can handle myself
But if I get lonely I might need your help (whoa)
Pay attention to me, I don't talk for my health
I want you on my team
So does everybody else
Shh, baby we can keep it on the low (low)
Let your guard down ain't nobody gotta know (know)
If you with it girl I know a place we can go
What kind of girl do you take me for? (Hey)

Promiscuous girl, wherever you are
I'm all alone and it's you that I want
Promiscuous boy, you already know
That I'm all yours, what you waiting for?
Promiscuous girl, you're teasing me
You know what I want, and I got what you need
Promiscuous boy, let's get to the point
'Cause we're on a roll, you ready?

Don't be mad, don't get mean
Don't get mad, don't be mean
Hey, don't be mad, don't get mean
Don't get mad, don't be mean

Wait, I don't mean no harm
I can see you with my t-shirt on
I can see you with nothing on
Feeling on me before you bring that on
Bring that on?
You know what I mean
Girl, I'm a freak you shouldn't say those things
Only trying to get inside of your brain
To see if you can work me the way you say
It's okay, it's alright
I got something that you gon' like
Hey, is that the truth or are you talking trash?
Is your game M.V.p. Like Steve Nash? (Hey)

Promiscuous girl, wherever you are
I'm all alone and it's you that I want
Promiscuous boy, I'm callin ya name
But you're driving me crazy, the way you're making me wait
Promiscuous girl, you're teasing me
You know what I want, and I got what you need




Promiscuous boy, we're one in the same
So we don't gotta play games no more

Overall Meaning

The song "Promiscuous" by Timbaland featuring Nelly Furtado is a flirty and playful interaction between the two singers, musing about their desires and intentions towards each other. The song's opening lines "Am I throwing you off? Nope, didn't think so" sets the tone for an unapologetically forward approach to relationships. Furtado sings about wanting a guy who can keep up with her, who she can get lost in and be promiscuous with. She tackles the idea of being a promiscuous girl head-on, acknowledging that she knows what she wants sexually and isn't afraid to go after it. Timbaland, on the other hand, is equally confident about his ability to satisfy and wants to test Furtado's limits. The two singers go back and forth, teasing each other, pushing each other's buttons, all while enjoying the flirtation between them.


The song's catchy chorus is impossible to forget, with Furtado singing, "Promiscuous girl, wherever you are, I'm all alone, and it's you that I want. Promiscuous boy, I'm calling your name but you're driving me crazy, the way you're making me wait." The chorus emphasizes the sexual tension between the two singers, with Furtado's vocals exploring her desire for a more liberated sexual experience and Timbaland playing the part of the predatory male. The song's upbeat tempo and groovy beat make it a perfect dance floor hit that's easy to sing along with and enjoy.


Line by Line Meaning

Am I throwing you off?
Are you confused by my behavior?


Nope
No, I'm not confused.


How you doing, young lady?
Hello, how are you?


That feeling that you giving really drives me crazy
The way you're making me feel is intense and overwhelming.


You're dope have a player 'bout to choke
You're amazing and I'm very attracted to you.


I was at a loss of words first time that we spoke
I couldn't find words to say when we first met because I was so nervous.


You looking for a girl that'll treat you right
You want a girl who will be good to you.


Have you looking for her in the daytime with the light
You're searching for her during the daylight hours.


You might be the type if I play my cards right
If I'm smart about it, you might be interested in me.


I'll find out by the end of the night
I'll know by the end of the night if you're interested.


You expect me to just let you hit it
You assume I'll sleep with you easily.


But will you still respect me if you get it?
Will you still treat me with dignity and respect if we sleep together?


All I can do is try, gimme one chance
I can only ask for one chance to prove myself.


What's the problem? I don't see no ring on your hand
I don't see any evidence that you're in a committed relationship.


I'll be the first to admit it
I'm willing to confess.


I'm curious about you, you seem so innocent
I'm fascinated by you and you come across as very pure.


You wanna get in my world, get lost in it
You want to immerse yourself in my life and lose yourself in it.


Boy, I'm tired of running, let's walk for a minute (hey)
I'm tired of playing games, let's take a moment to slow down and enjoy each other's company.


Promiscuous girl, wherever you are
A woman who enjoys sleeping with multiple partners.


I'm all alone and it's you that I want
I'm lonely and I desire you above anyone else.


Promiscuous boy, you already know
A man who enjoys sleeping with multiple partners.


That I'm all yours, what you waiting for?
I'm available to you, what are you waiting for?


Promiscuous girl, you're teasing me
You're playing with my desire and making me want you more.


You know what I want, and I got what you need
You understand my desires and you can fulfill them.


Promiscuous boy, let's get to the point
Let's cut to the chase.


'Cause we're on a roll, you ready?
We're making progress, are you prepared?


Roses are red, some diamonds are blue
There are beautiful things in the world.


Chivalry is dead, but you're still kinda cute
Society no longer values traditional gentlemanly behavior, but you're still attractive.


Hey, I can't keep my mind off you
I can't stop thinking about you.


Where you at? Do you mind if I come through?
Where are you and can I come see you?


I'm out of this world come with me to my planet
I'm one of a kind, come with me and experience something new.


Get you on my level, do you think that you can handle it?
I want to share my experiences with you, but can you handle it?


They call me Thomas, last name Crown
My name is Thomas Crown.


Recognize game, I'ma lay mine's down
I have a certain set of skills and I'm going to use them to win you over.


I'm a big girl I can handle myself
I'm capable of taking care of myself.


But if I get lonely I might need your help (whoa)
Even though I'm independent I still get lonely and may need your companionship.


Pay attention to me, I don't talk for my health
Listen to me, I have something important to say.


I want you on my team
I want to be with you.


So does everybody else
Other people are interested in me too.


Shh, baby we can keep it on the low (low)
Let's keep our relationship a secret.


Let your guard down ain't nobody gotta know (know)
Trust me and open up to me, we don't have to tell anyone.


If you with it girl I know a place we can go
If you're interested, I know a great place we can spend time together.


What kind of girl do you take me for? (Hey)
Why do you assume I'm an easy target?


Don't be mad, don't get mean
Don't be angry or act out of malice.


Hey, don't be mad, don't get mean
Hey, don't be angry or act out of malice.


Wait, I don't mean no harm
Hold on, I didn't intend to hurt you.


I can see you with my t-shirt on
I can imagine you wearing my clothing.


I can see you with nothing on
I can imagine you being naked.


Feeling on me before you bring that on
Touching me inappropriately before we've even started anything.


Bring that on?
Are you trying to instigate something?


You know what I mean
You understand what I'm trying to say.


Girl, I'm a freak you shouldn't say those things
I have a lot of sexual experience and you shouldn't tempt me.


Only trying to get inside of your brain
I'm only interested in getting to know you better.


To see if you can work me the way you say
I want to see if you're capable of pleasing me like you claim.


It's okay, it's alright
It's all good, no need to worry.


I got something that you gon' like
I have something that I know you'll enjoy.


Hey, is that the truth or are you talking trash?
Is what you're saying real or are you joking?


Is your game M.V.p. Like Steve Nash? (Hey)
Are you the best at what you do like Steve Nash was?


Promiscuous boy, I'm callin ya name
A man who enjoys sleeping with multiple partners.


But you're driving me crazy, the way you're making me wait
You're making me go crazy with impatience.


Promiscuous girl, we're one in the same
We're both promiscuous and enjoy sleeping with multiple partners.


So we don't gotta play games no more
We don't have to pretend anymore.




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, ANTHEM ENTERTAINMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Floyd Nathaniel Hills, Nelly Kim Furtado, Timothy Clayton, Timothy Z. Mosley

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