American R&B singer/songwriter VEDO has a smooth, romantic style reminiscent of Usher, who acted as his coach on the fourth season of NBC's The Voice. During the second half of the 2010s, he released three albums and notched a handful of highly streamed singles, but it was 2020's moody "You Got It" from his fourth album "For You", that became VEDO's breakthrough hit. Working quickly, he followed it in 2021 with his fifth full-length "1320".
Selfish
VEDO Lyrics
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Oh Naa Na Na it's Vedo baby
Girl I can't front you know I'm selfish
I want it all don't wanna share it
I'm leaving hickies I can't help it
Can't let no other niggas beat me to it
Love when you got your hair
Sweatpants wit no underwear
Can't wait to meet yo mama and
Say thank you for your daughter
Hope you not thinking that I'm all
For myself cause I'm selfish
When it comes to you
I could be selfish you know
I can't help it baby oh oh
Don't give it to nobody babe You know can't
Nobody do you like you like I do
You know I got my selfish ways
That's why I do your body like I do
Selfish, When it comes to you
Selfish oh ho ho ho
Look girl I can't lie
Know I get jealous whenever you don't reply
Baby forgive me I just hate saying goodbye
(I just want you all to myself)
I don't need nothing else
Love when you got your hair
Tied in a ponytail love when you wear them
Sweatpants wit no underwear
Can't wait to meet yo mama
My future baby mama
Hope you not thinking that I'm all to myself
Cause I'm selfish when it comes to you
I can be selfish you know I can't help it
Oh Oh
Don't give it to nobody babe
(Don't give it to nobody babe)
You know can't nobody do you like I do
(Oh yeah yeah)
You know I got my selfish ways
(You know, You know, You know)
That's why I do yo body like I do (yeah)
Selfish, When it comes to you
Selfish when it comes to you selfish
Yeah
The lyrics to VEDO's song "Selfish" convey a sense of possessiveness and desire for exclusivity in a romantic relationship. The repetition of the phrase "I'm selfish" throughout the song highlights the artist's admission and acceptance of this trait. The opening lines, "Shoo Ba Dee Do Baby shoo Ba Dee Do" and "Oh Naa Na Na it's Vedo baby," serve as playful and melodic introductions, capturing the attention of the listener.
The first verse explores the artist's selfish tendencies, emphasizing his desire to have the entirety of his partner's attention and affection. He expresses a preference for when she wears her hair in a ponytail and sweatpants without underwear, showcasing an intimate and comfortable side of their relationship. Additionally, he mentions his eagerness to meet her mother and express his gratitude for having her as a partner.
In the chorus, VEDO reiterates his inclination towards selfishness when it comes to his significant other. He acknowledges that he can't help feeling this way and expresses a possessive attitude, not wanting anyone else to have what he considers his. The repetition of the phrase "Selfish, when it comes to you" emphasizes his strong attachment and possessiveness.
The second verse delves deeper into the artist's emotions, admitting to feeling jealous and experiencing difficulty saying goodbye to his partner. Despite this, he declares that he doesn't need anything else besides her, emphasizing the importance of their relationship. The mention of a future baby mama showcases his commitment and long-term aspirations.
The chorus is repeated once again, emphasizing the artist's selfishness and his desire for exclusivity in their relationship. The final "Yeah" serves as a conclusion to the song, leaving the listener with a lingering sense of VEDO's unapologetic selfishness when it comes to his loved one.
Overall, the lyrics to VEDO's "Selfish" paint a picture of a possessive and devoted lover who values exclusivity and seeks to prioritize his partner above all else.
Line by Line Meaning
Shoo Ba Dee Do Baby shoo Ba Dee Do
I'm putting on a playful, catchy vocal melody to grab your attention and set the tone for the song.
Oh Naa Na Na it's Vedo baby
I'm proudly announcing my identity as the artist behind this song, Vedo.
Girl I can't front you know I'm selfish
I have to be honest with you, I tend to prioritize my own desires and needs.
I want it all don't wanna share it
I yearn to possess everything and don't want to divide or give up anything I desire.
I'm leaving hickies I can't help it
I can't resist leaving love bites on your skin, it's an impulse I struggle to control.
Can't let no other niggas beat me to it
I can't allow any other guys to have what I want before me, I want to be the first and only one.
Love when you got your hair
I adore it when you style your hair in a particular way.
Tied in a ponytail love when you wear them
Specifically, I find it incredibly attractive when you tie your hair up in a ponytail.
Sweatpants wit no underwear
I find it incredibly appealing when you wear sweatpants without any underwear.
Can't wait to meet yo mama and
I'm eagerly looking forward to meeting your mother, as it represents a significant step in our relationship.
Say thank you for your daughter
I would express my gratitude and appreciation to your mother for raising such an amazing daughter, which is you.
Hope you not thinking that I'm all
I sincerely hope you don't perceive me as being solely focused on myself or my own interests.
For myself cause I'm selfish
Since I admit that I have a tendency to prioritize my own desires, I don't want you to think it's only about me.
When it comes to you
Regarding our relationship and interactions, especially in terms of putting your needs first, I tend to be selfish.
I could be selfish you know
It is important for you to understand that I have the potential to act selfishly in our relationship.
I can't help it baby oh oh
I genuinely struggle to control my selfish tendencies, my actions are strongly influenced by this aspect of my personality.
Don't give it to nobody babe You know can't
I don't want you to share your love, affection, or attention with anyone else, as I believe that nobody can treat you in the same way I do.
Nobody do you like you like I do
I firmly believe that nobody can fulfill your romantic and intimate desires like I can.
You know I got my selfish ways
I acknowledge that I possess certain selfish behaviors and tendencies in our relationship.
That's why I do your body like I do
My selfishness is the reason behind the way I treat and satisfy your physical needs and desires.
Look girl I can't lie
I must be honest with you, there's something I need to confess or express.
Know I get jealous whenever you don't reply
I experience feelings of jealousy when you fail to respond to my messages or calls, as it makes me question your attention and commitment towards me.
Baby forgive me I just hate saying goodbye
I ask for your forgiveness because I genuinely dislike parting ways or ending our interactions, it brings me emotional distress.
(I just want you all to myself)
(All I desire is to have you exclusively and solely for myself)
I don't need nothing else
I don't require or desire anything else apart from having you in my life.
My future baby mama
I envision you as the mother of my future children, a significant role and responsibility in my life.
Hope you not thinking that I'm all to myself
I sincerely hope you don't perceive me as being self-absorbed or only interested in my own desires and needs.
Cause I'm selfish when it comes to you
Because I prioritize my own desires and needs in our relationship, I can be considered selfish.
I can be selfish you know I can't help it
I want you to understand that my inherent nature tends to be selfish, and it is beyond my control.
Don't give it to nobody babe
Please refrain from sharing your love, affection, or attention with anyone else.
(Don't give it to nobody babe)
(I'm emphasizing and reiterating my request for exclusivity)
You know can't nobody do you like I do
I firmly believe that nobody can fulfill your romantic and intimate desires like I can.
(Oh yeah yeah)
(I'm displaying enthusiasm and agreement with my previous statement)
You know I got my selfish ways
I acknowledge that I possess certain selfish behaviors and tendencies in our relationship.
(You know, You know, You know)
(I strongly want to reaffirm and emphasize this fact)
That's why I do yo body like I do (yeah)
My selfishness is the reason behind the way I treat and satisfy your physical needs and desires. (Expressing affirmation and agreement)
Selfish, When it comes to you
In terms of our relationship, I tend to prioritize my own desires and needs, regardless of the impact on others, making me selfish.
Selfish oh ho ho ho
(Emphasizing and extending the enjoyment of singing the word 'selfish' in a melodic manner)
Yeah
(Expressing agreement or enthusiasm)
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@majedalfadhaili259
this should be a Grammy nominated song
@Moon-fx2wg
majed alfodely no
@s0nynikka5
Most definitely
@claudiogomes4721
Deus abençoe Em nome de Jesus.
@kendraxmcleod
This man needs SO MUCH more recognition!!! Give him his flowers
@cecevlogs5771
I loved how he used a little bit of the beat from Perfect by Jacquees
@sondran1022
That real R&B!!!! Loved it! Been a fan for a good minute! Keep it up! The BEST are always the most underrated! Its coming tho! ππΆππ
@slimreaper205
Bruh this man Vedo is so underrated I just listen to his whole mixtape shit π₯π₯π₯and I put his whoelse song on repeat keep doing you bro somebody going to sign you
@davidharper7297
"You know I got my selfish way, that's why I do your body like I do" π₯π₯π₯π₯
@VedoTheSinger
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