Lyrical Breakdown of Selfish - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Selfish" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.
- Lyric Overview: Witness how Cardi B weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Selfish" is a testament to masterful songwriting.
- Rhyme and Rhythm Analysis: Our Lazyjot editor highlights the ingenious use of multi-syllabic rhymes and the rhythm pattern that Cardi B employs. Understand the construction of each verse and how it contributes to the song's overall impact.
- Syllable Pattern Insights: Dive deeper into the structural elements of the lyrics. See how the syllable count varies across the song, adding a unique rhythm and flow to Cardi B's narrative.
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I gave you more than I give myself
So loyal to you that I betray myself
Well, I guess I'ma wither away
You a snake and you chose to slither today
I gave my all my love and my trust but
I guess my all just wasn't enough
Yeah, there's something 'bout you I can't help it
But I'ma do for myself I'm being selfish
Babe, your melody is the voice I need
Makes me skip a beat, yeah
And baby you know it, yeah
But it's hard to show it
See the one I love used to be in clubs
Used to fuck with thugs, yeah
And I can't expose it, yeah
'Cause she already know it, yeah
But why don't you ask me
Why is it so hard to fall in love?
Why don't you ask me
Why can I never, ever, ever try?
Why don't you ask me
Why everything is going this way?
Why don't you ask me? (I guess you never know)
I guess we never know
They say the one that you truly love hurts you the most
Now the one that I truly love hurt me the most
Now the one that you truly love is hurting you the most
I guess I'll never know
Why I got so cold
It's not your fault
Be selfish, be selfish, be selfish (It's I'm so cold, girl)
Be selfish, be selfish, be selfish (It's not your fault girl)
Be selfish, be selfish, be selfish (It's I'm so cold, girl)
Be selfish, be selfish, be selfish (It's not your fault girl)
Withering away as I gaze at the sky
Looking at his face and all the pain he caused me
I ask why?
Didn't I love?
Didn't I give you more than I ever gave myself?
What do you wish? 'Cause that part of me no longer exist
This time I'm first, I'm picking me
I finally learned to be selfish