naïve
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I don't wanna listen to the radio
They said pick your poison, I'm the antidote
I'm just fuckin' chillin' in the spot with a spliff in my ear
And I'm runnin' from the cops, yeah
I don't like the way you're looking at me, bro
You hate and then you love, but what's the ratio?
Tell me, are you ready or you not?
Life's a movie, and it sucks, but I can't stop watching

I need you to tell me when I'm being naive
'Cause I know I can be

I just wanna listen to the rain fall
While I sit up in my room, I get a phone call
It's my niggas saying, "Can you pick us up?
We got shot by rubber bullets at a protest in the Bronx", yeah
And I never notice when the night goes sour
Tastes bitter sweet when you drive up
You open up to me like a flower
I just want to see you bloom, and I

I need you to tell me when I'm being naive
'Cause I know I can be
I need you to tell me when I'm being naive
'Cause I know I can be

Tell me

I need you to tell me when I'm being naive
'Cause I know I can be
(Tell me)





I need you to tell me when I'm being naive
'Cause I know I can be

Overall Meaning

In “Naïve,” Willow explores the duality of life with its complexities, the beauty and ugliness of the world. The song begins with Willow's dissatisfaction with what is being played on the radio. Instead, she takes us on a musical journey that mirrors her sense of rebellion against authority. She speaks of being the antidote to society's ills, chilling with a spliff in her ear while running away from the cops. Willow highlights how society has evolved to judge others based on their physical appearances rather than who they are. She talks about how people can hate you one minute and love you the next, questioning the authenticity of their feelings towards you. Willow, in her usual laidback style, punctuates the chorus with, "I need you to tell me when I'm being naive 'cause I know I can be."


In the second verse, Willow speaks to her experiences with racism and police brutality. Her friends call her asking for help after being shot by rubber bullets at a protest. As the night goes sour, she finds solace in the company of someone who opens up to her like a flower, someone she wants to help see bloom. Willow's vulnerability shines through in the chorus, wherein she acknowledges that she can be naive but desires honesty from those around her.


In summary, Willow's "Naïve" is an exploration of the complexities of the world we live in, with all its dualities and contradictions. Still, at its core, it can be distilled to a simple desire for honest communication.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't wanna listen to the radio
I prefer to avoid the mainstream media and its narrow perspectives


They said pick your poison, I'm the antidote
Others may choose their harmful habits, but I offer a healthier alternative


I'm just fuckin' chillin' in the spot with a spliff in my ear
I'm relaxed and enjoying my surroundings while smoking cannabis


And I'm runnin' from the cops, yeah
I'm evading the police, who represent unjust authority


I don't like the way you're looking at me, bro
I'm uncomfortable with your judgmental gaze, friend


You hate and then you love, but what's the ratio?
Your emotions and actions towards me seem inconsistent, what's the balance?


Tell me, are you ready or you not?
Are you prepared for what's to come, or are you not?


Life's a movie, and it sucks, but I can't stop watching
Life may be unpleasant at times, but I'm still engaged in it


I need you to tell me when I'm being naive
I require your honest feedback when I'm being overly optimistic or ignorant


'Cause I know I can be
Because I am aware of my tendency to be overly idealistic or uninformed


I just wanna listen to the rain fall
I seek the simplicity and serenity of nature


While I sit up in my room, I get a phone call
Even in moments of solitude, social issues still weigh heavily on me


It's my niggas saying, 'Can you pick us up?
My friends need my assistance after being harmed by systemic violence


We got shot by rubber bullets at a protest in the Bronx', yeah
We faced police brutality while peacefully protesting for justice and equality


And I never notice when the night goes sour
Even when things take a turn for the worse, I'm often oblivious


Tastes bitter sweet when you drive up
The contrast between the beauty of the landscape and the harsh realities of life can be jarring


You open up to me like a flower
You reveal your true self to me, revealing your inner beauty


I just want to see you bloom, and I
I hope to witness and support your growth and development


Tell me
Please communicate with me honestly and openly




Lyrics © TUNECORE INC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Willow Smith, Tyler Cole

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LYRICS:

I don't wanna listen to the radio
They said pick your poison, I'm the antidote
I'm just fuckin' chillin' in the spot with a spliff in my ear
And I'm runnin' from the cops, yeah
I don't like the way you're looking at me, bro
You hate and then you love, but what's the ratio
Tell me, are you ready or you not
Life's a movie, and it sucks, but I can't stop watching

I need you to tell me when I'm being naive
'Cause I know I can be

I just wanna listen to the rain fall
While I sit up in my room, I get a phone call
It's my niggas saying can you pick us up
We got shot by rubber bullets at a protest in the Bronx, yeah
And I never notice when the night goes sour
Tastes bitter sweet when you drive up
You open up to me like a flower
I just want to see you bloom, and I

I need you to tell me when I am being naive
'Cause I know I can be
I need you to tell me when I am being naive
'Cause I know I can be

Tell me
I need you to tell me when I am being naive
'Cause I know I can be
(Tell me)
I need you to tell me when I am being naive
'Cause I know I can be



All comments from YouTube:

@catleal8970

literally chills, like wtf, she never ceases to amaze me

@goldensilence5841

Fr and it's groovy asf

@catleal8970

@@goldensilence5841 no literally

@ssnowypug

same

@lgstar3363

Yes!!! Does give the chills, this song is EXCELLENT INVIGORATING IT’S JUST 🤩

@eli0oo

this might be the most beautiful song she's ever created

@ashlijones5493

Nope

@muneluna5436

One of her best but tbhTime machine was and will always be my love

@ashlijones5493

@@muneluna5436 TELL ME IT'S REAL LIKE THAT 💓 seriously 🎶 please don't wait on me, on me 🎶

@eli0oo

@@muneluna5436 i love that song so much omg

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