My Prerogative
My Prerogative

Bobby Brown - My Prerogative Lyrics

R&B/Soul
Jun 20, 1988
22
My Prerogative Music Video

My Prerogative Lyrics

Get busy
Everybody's talkin' all this stuff about me (now, now)
Why don't they just let me live (oh, oh, oh)
I don't need permission
Make my own decisions (oh)
That's my prerogative

They say I'm crazy
I really don't care
That's my prerogative
They say I'm nasty
But I don't give a damn
Gettin' girls is how I live
Some ask me questions
Why am I so real
But they don't understand me
I really don't know the deal
About a brother
Trying hard to make it right
Not long ago
Before I win this fight
Sing!

Everybody's talkin' all this stuff about me
Why don't they just let me live (tell me why)
I don't need permission
Make my own decisions (oh)
That's my prerogative
It's my prerogative (it's my prerogative)

It's the way that I wanna live (it's my prerogative)
I can do just what I feel (it's my prerogative)
No one can tell me what to do (it's my prerogative)
Cause what I'm doin'
I'm doin' for you now

Don't get me wrong
I'm really not zooped
Ego trips is not my thing
All these strange relationships
Really gets me down
I see nothin' wrong
With spreadin' myself around
Sing

Everybody's talkin' all this stuff about me (yeah)
Why don't they just let me live (tell me why)
I don't need permission (I don't need)
Make my own decisions (my own decisions)
That's my prerogative
It's my prerogative (it's my prerogative)

I can do what I wanna do (it's my prerogative)
Truly live my life (it's my prerogative)
I'm doin' it just for you (it's my prerogative)
Tell me, tell me

Why can't I live my life (live my life)
Without all of the things that people say (oh, oh)

Yo tell it, kick it like this
Oh no no

I can do what I wanna do
Me and you
Together, together, together, together, together

Everybody's talkin' all this stuff about me (everybody's talkin')
Why don't they just let me live (why)
(Why don't they just let me live girl)
I don't need permission (I don't need permission)
Make my own decisions
That's my prerogative

Everybody's talkin' all this stuff about me (everybody's talkin')
Why don't they just let me live
I don't need permission (I don't need)
Make my own decisions (my own decisions)
That's my prerogative

What is this a bizzit that I can't have money in my pocket
And people not talk about me
This world is a trip, I don't know what's going on these days
Got this person over here talking about me, this person
Hey, listen, lemme tell you something
This is my prerogative, I can do what I want to do

I made this money, you didn't
Right Ted?
We outta here

It's my, it's my, it's my, it's my, it's my
My my my my my my my my my my my my my my my

It's my prerogative

Writer(s): Teddy Riley, Gene Griffin, Bobby Brown
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'My Prerogative' by Bobby Brown?

    The song 'My Prerogative' was written by Bobby Brown, his producer Gene Griffin, and songwriter/producer Teddy Riley. Initially, Teddy Riley's contribution was not credited, but it was later acknowledged that he played a significant role in writing the song.

  2. What musical style is 'My Prerogative' and who influenced its sound?

    'My Prerogative' is often classified as a new jack swing track, a genre that blends elements of hip hop, R&B, funk, and pop. Teddy Riley, one of the song's writers, is credited with pioneering this music style. The song features aggressive beats and smooth melodies typical of new jack swing.

  3. How did 'My Prerogative' perform on music charts?

    'My Prerogative' achieved substantial commercial success. It reached number one on Billboard’s Hot 100 and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts in the United States. Internationally, it also performed well, reaching top ten positions in several countries including Ireland, New Zealand, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

  4. What themes does 'My Prerogative' address?

    'My Prerogative' addresses themes of personal freedom and independence. The lyrics emphasize making one's own choices without being swayed by public opinion or criticism. This theme resonated with Bobby Brown's own experiences in the spotlight, particularly surrounding his departure from New Edition and his image in the media.

  5. Has 'My Prerogative' been covered by other artists?

    Yes, 'My Prerogative' has been covered by several artists. Notably, Britney Spears released a cover version in 2004 as part of her greatest hits album titled 'Greatest Hits: My Prerogative'. Her version also enjoyed commercial success and sparked discussions about its relevance to her personal life at the time.

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