Selfish is a song by American singer Justin Timberlake, known for his continuous vocals and energetic stage presence. The song is a Combined with American rapper and producer Slum Village. It was released as a part of Slum Village’s fourth studio album, “Detroit Deli (A Taste of Detroit),” which came out in 2004.
“Selfish” stands out for its passionate blend of hip-hop and R&B, featuring Timberlake’s dulcet chorus abutting with Slum Village’s verses. The song’s lyrics travel over themes of love and materialism, with Timberlake singing about the encourage to keep a lover all to himself, reflecting the title “Selfish.”
The hiking was well-received, showcasing Timberlake’s creativity as an fine artist and his ability to perfect integrate into the hip-hop kind. It also highlights Slum Village’s gift for combining thoughtful lyrics with noticeable beats, making “Selfish” a memorable entry in both Timberlake’s and Slum Village’s discographies.
Lyrics
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If they saw what I saw
They would fall the way I fell
But they don’t know what you want
And baby, I would never tell
If they knew what I know
They would never let you go
So guess what?
I ain’t ever lettin’ you go
‘Cause your lips were made for mine
And my heart would go flatline
If it wasn’t beatin’ for you all the time
So if I get jealous, I can’t help it
I want every bit of you, I guess I’m selfish
It’s bad for my mental, but I can’t fight it, when
You’re out lookin’ like you do, but you can’t hide it, no
Put you in a frame, ooh, baby, who could blame you?
Glad your mama made you
Makin’ me insane, you cannot be explained, ooh
You must be an angel
Every time the phone rings
I hope that it’s you on the other side
I wanna tell you everything (‘thing)
Everything that’s on my mind
And I don’t want any other guys
Takin’ my place, girl, I got too much pride
I know I may be wrong
But I don’t wanna be right
‘Cause your lips were made for mine
And my heart would go flatline
If it wasn’t beatin’ for you all the time, uh
So if I get jealous, I can’t help it
I want every bit of you, I guess I’m selfish
It’s bad for my mental, but I can’t fight it, when
You’re out lookin’ like you do, but you can’t hide it, no
Put you in a frame, ooh, baby, who could blame you?
Glad your mama made you
Makin’ me insane, you cannot be explained, ooh
You must be an angel
Put you in a frame, ooh, baby, who could blame you?
Glad your mama made you
Makin’ me insane, you cannot be explained, ooh
You must be an angel
Owner of my heart
Tattooed your mark (tattooed your)
There for the whole world to see
You’re the owner of my heart
And all my scars
Baby, you got such a hold on me, so
So if I get jealous, I can’t help it
I want every bit of you, I guess I’m selfish (guess I’m selfish)
It’s bad for my mental, but I can’t fight it, when
You’re out lookin’ like you do, but you can’t hide it, no
Put you in a frame, ooh, baby, who could blame you?
Glad your mama made you (glad your mama made you)
Makin’ me insane, you cannot be explained, ooh
You must be an angel (you must be an angel)
Put you in a frame, ooh, baby, who could blame you?
Glad your mama made you (glad your mama made you)
Makin’ me insane, you cannot be explained, ooh
You must be an angel
Jealous, but I can’t help it
I want every bit of you, I guess I’m selfish