Monét has written songs for a number of artists including Nas, Ariana Grande, Fifth Harmony, T.I., GOOD Music, Lupe Fiasco, Chrisette Michele, Coco Jones, Chris Brown, and Dirty Money. Most notably in 2019, Monét received two Grammy Award nominations for Album of the Year for her work on Grande's "thank u, next" and Record of the Year for "7 Rings".
Next Thing
Victoria Monét Lyrics
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'Cause you woulda kissed me like it was the last time
Boy, you gotta worry if somebody is taking your place
Laying their head where you used to lay
You know, that′s life
If you did right you would be right
Where your body wants you to be tonight
Coulda been the one that was saying goodnight
Now I'm on the next thing
Next thing, next thing, yeah
Now I'm on the next thing
Next thing, next thing, next thing, yeah
Bet you didn′t know that while you was texting her
I was thinking ′bout the fact that
I got all these fuckin' options
Bet you didn′t know that these niggas wait in line
And they hold their numbers up
Like they at the fucking auction
Bet you didn't know that them girls that send you pictures
Be lookin′ at my Insta so they can get the pose right
Bet you didn't know that I′d really up and leave
'Cause you don't deserve a thing
Hope it′s fucking up your whole night
′Cause really you just fuckin' up your whole life
It′s your life
I bet you didn't know, oh
I-I bet you didn′t know, oh
I-I bet you didn't know, oh
I bet you didn′t know, oh
I bet you didn't know, oh
The song "Next Thing" by Victoria Monet is a powerful anthem about moving on from a toxic relationship. In the first verse, Monet sings about how the person she was with didn't realize that their last time together was truly the last time. She seems to imply that he took her for granted and didn't cherish their time together. Monet goes on to warn this person that if he's not careful, someone else will come along and take his place. This is a common theme in relationships, where one person takes the other for granted and assumes that they will always be around.
The chorus of the song is where Monet really drives home the message that she's moving on to the next thing. She tells this person that she's already moved on and is onto the next chapter of her life. The second verse reveals some jealousy and bitterness on Monet's part. She sings about how this person she was with was texting someone else while she was still in the picture. She also brags about how she has other options and how there are people waiting in line to be with her. Monet seems to be trying to make this person jealous or regretful about their actions.
Overall, "Next Thing" is a song about empowerment and moving on from a toxic relationship. Monet's lyrics are introspective and insightful, and she delivers them with a great deal of emotion and power.
Line by Line Meaning
I bet you didn’t know last time was the last time
You were unaware that the last time we were together would be the final time we would spend together
'Cause you woulda kissed me like it was the last time
If you knew it was the last time, you would have given me a farewell kiss with care
Boy, you gotta worry if somebody is taking your place
You should be concerned about being replaced by someone else in my life
Laying their head where you used to lay
Someone else is sleeping in the bed where we used to share intimate times
You know, that’s life
This is the reality of life and relationships
If you did right you would be right
If you had made proper decisions, you would be in a better situation right now
Where your body wants you to be tonight
You would be where your heart desires in this moment had you chosen differently
But you let go, shoulda held tight
You chose to let go of me, but you should have held onto the relationship tightly
Coulda been the one that was saying goodnight
You could have been the one I wished a goodnight to every night
Now I’m on the next thing
I am moving on to the next chapter of my life
Bet you didn’t know that while you were texting her
You were unaware that I knew you were texting another person while we were still together
I was thinking 'bout the fact that
I was contemplating the truth that
I got all these fuckin' options
I have many possibilities and choices besides being with you
Bet you didn’t know that these niggas wait in line
You didn't know that other guys want to be with me and are waiting for their turn
And they hold their numbers up
They present their credentials to me as a sign of their interest
Like they at the fucking auction
It's as though they are bidding on me like objects in an auction
Bet you didn’t know that them girls that send you pictures
You weren't aware that those girls who send you pictures are also checking me out on my social media
Be lookin’ at my Insta so they can get the pose right
They follow my social media to mimic my poses and emulate my lifestyle
Bet you didn’t know that I’d really up and leave
You didn't expect that I would really leave and move on without you
’Cause you don’t deserve a thing
Because of your actions, you don't deserve any of my love or attention
Hope it’s fucking up your whole night
I hope my absence is causing you distress and ruining your evening
’Cause really you just fuckin' up your whole life
Your negative decisions and actions are ruining your entire existence
It’s your life
The choices you make affect your own life and future
I bet you didn’t know, oh
You were not aware of the truth, surprise
I-I bet you didn’t know, oh
You really didn't see it coming
I-I bet you didn’t know, oh
You were completely ignorant of the situation
I bet you didn’t know, oh
You were totally clueless
Contributed by David H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@princessslaya937
She's naturaly so 90's and I love that about her‼️‼️🎶 😎😎
@ayeshapilcher
I HAVE LOVED VICTORIA SINCE 2016 AND HER VOICE IS SO BEAUTIFUL. SHE DESERVES SO MUCH ATTENTION.
@C_trice_91
I love how this song starts off 😵
@DonnieGQX
We need a PART 3.
@liammoore9560
Instead we got Jaguar
@hailiesbong2734
I know..She made a tweet awhile ago saying that there's only meant to be two parts 😩
@joemiller3740
This is smooth.
@karolinawilk7178
Thought Ariana was an angel. But now... I'm not sure anymore. The first 25 seconds... Its like melting in some summer air, feeling the sun and sand on my skin, somehow it reminds me of the sea... Beautiful.
@maybe_methembe
Wow, I thought of a red lit bedroom😂
But the beach could also make sense
@queenonika4015
y u gotta compare them ? 🤨