Genesis Yasmine Mohanraj (born August 18 1990), better known by her stage n… Read Full Bio ↴Genesis Yasmine Mohanraj (born August 18 1990), better known by her stage name Tommy Genesis, is a Canadian rapper, model and visual artist.

Genesis released her first mixtape, World Vision, in 2015. In 2016, Dazed magazine described her as "the internet's most rebellious underground rap queen". Her music incorporates experimental styles and often sexual verses. Following the release of popular singles such as "Tommy" and "100 Bad", her debut studio album titled Tommy Genesis was released in November 2018. A follow-up EP, Tommy Genesis (Remixed), was released in December 2019 with new remixes of songs from her debut album.

Naughty
Tommy Genesis Lyrics

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I like this boy, he's full of shit
He knows I know that it's not love
I won't look back, I'll keep on walking
Boy, I know that it's not enough (it's not enough)

It's naughty
It's naughty (it's not enough)
It's naughty

It's not enough (it's not enough)

I've been in my feelings (I've been in my feelings)
Baby, can you see them? (baby, can you see them?)
I've been thinkin' maybe (I've been thinkin' maybe)
I shouldn't be your baby (shouldn't be your baby, shouldn't be your baby)
But I still let you hold me, and I ain't even lonely
Only God can hear me, 'cause you not thinkin' clearly
And I don't know what to do
I don't know what do
'Cause I'm not good when I'm with you

I like this boy, he's full of shit (this boy likes me, but I don't know)
He knows I know that it's not love (sometimes I feel so alone)
I won't look back, I'll keep on walking
Boy, I know that it's not enough (it's not enough)

It's naughty
It's naughty (it's not enough)
It's naughty
It's not enough (it's not enough)
It's naughty (okay)
It's naughty (okay, it's not enough)

It's naughty (okay)
It's not enough (it's not enough)

Overall Meaning

The song "Naughty" by Tommy Genesis is about a girl who is involved in a non-committed relationship with a boy. She is aware that it's not love, but she still finds herself drawn to him. The lyrics "I like this boy, he's full of shit. He knows I know that it's not love. I won't look back, I'll keep on walking. Boy, I know that it's not enough" are a clear indication that she recognizes that the relationship is lacking and not fulfilling her emotional needs. However, the girl still allows the boy to hold her and keep her company despite the fact that she knows he is not thinking clearly.

The girl is conflicted and unsure of what to do. She admits that she is not good when she's with him, but she still finds the boy's naughtiness attractive. The chorus repeats the phrase "it's naughty, it's not enough" which could be interpreted as a recognition that the excitement, thrill, and spontaneity of the relationship are not sufficient for her. She longs for something more meaningful but at the same time doesn't want to let go of what she has with the boy.

Overall, the song is an honest and raw portrayal of the emotional turmoil that comes with being in a non-committed relationship.

Line by Line Meaning

I like this boy, he's full of shit
Although I like this boy, I'm aware that he might be dishonest and insincere

He knows I know that it's not love
The boy I like is aware that my affection towards him may not necessarily be romantic love

I won't look back, I'll keep on walking
I'll choose to move forward and not dwell on things that don't serve me

Boy, I know that it's not enough (it's not enough)
Even though I like him, I'm aware that what we have is not fulfilling or satisfying enough

I've been in my feelings (I've been in my feelings)
I've been experiencing strong emotions that impact my thoughts and actions

Baby, can you see them? (baby, can you see them?)
I wonder if the person I'm talking to can empathize and understand what I'm going through

I've been thinkin' maybe (I've been thinkin' maybe)
I'm contemplating different scenarios and possibilities in my head

I shouldn't be your baby (shouldn't be your baby, shouldn't be your baby)
I'm acknowledging that it might be best for me to distance myself from someone that I've been calling my 'baby'

But I still let you hold me, and I ain't even lonely
Even though I'm not truly in love, I let him hold me because it somehow fills a void or provides temporary comfort

Only God can hear me, 'cause you not thinkin' clearly
I feel like I'm talking to myself because the other person isn't really listening or understanding my concerns

And I don't know what to do
I feel lost and uncertain about how to proceed in this situation

I don't know what do
I'm expressing confusion and indecision

Cause I'm not good when I'm with you
I'm realizing that being with this person isn't good for my mental or emotional well-being

It's naughty
The relationship dynamic described in the song is risqué, rebellious, and non-conforming

It's not enough (it's not enough)
Despite the flirtatious and seductive lyrics, the singer admits that their connection with the person isn't enough to satisfy them

Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Spirit Music Group
Written by: Genesis Yasmine Mohanraj, Lorely Rodriguez

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