Selfish
Selfish

Nick Jonas, Jonas Brothers - Selfish Lyrics

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Delving into the dynamics of love and possession, this song explores the intense desire to be someone's everything. The lyrics convey a longing to be indispensable and wholly consumed by a partner's life. The idea of being "selfish" in the song is… Read more

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Selfish Lyrics

These are the days we dream about
Two lonely highs from different worlds, our heads in the clouds
You take the words right out my mouth
And take the part of you that's still running around

Don't let me go, don't let me go, don't let me go in the night
I wanna live, I wanna live, I wanna live in your life
I wanna be the one that needs it all
But you know, yeah you know, yeah you know

I wanna be selfish, selfish for you and not for me
I wanna be loveless, selfless
Want all of you for me
I wanna be the only thing you can't live without
Every day, every night when you try to breathe
I wanna be selfish, selfish
Want all of you for me

We got a lot to write about
Your body is a work of art, I can't let it down
Whisper my name, say it louder
You're getting wings to fly again, I've never been down

Don't let me go, don't let me go, don't let me go in the night
I wanna live, I wanna live, I wanna live in your life
Don't ever wanna be the one that needs it all
But you know, yeah you know, yeah you know

I wanna be selfish, selfish for you and not for me
I wanna be loveless, selfless
Want all of you for me
I wanna be the only thing you can't live without
Every day, every night when you try to breathe
I wanna be selfish, selfish
Want all of you for me

All of you for all of me
All of you for all of me
All of you for all of me
All of you, all of me
All of you for all of me
All of you for all of me
All of you for all of me
All of you for all of me
All of you for all of me
All of you for all of me
All of you, all of me

I wanna be selfish, selfish for you and not for me
I wanna be loveless, selfless
Want all of you for me
I wanna be the only thing you can't live without
Every day, every night when you try to breathe
I wanna be selfish, selfish
Want all of you for me

These are the days we dream about

Writer(s): Jason Gregory Evigan, Jordan Kendall Johnson, Paul Kevin Jonas, Marcus Durand Lomax, Nicholas Jerry Jonas, Ryan B. Tedder, Stefan Adam Johnson
Copyright(s): Lyrics © TuneCore Inc., BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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What is the Meaning of Selfish?

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Delving into the dynamics of love and possession, this song explores the intense desire to be someone's everything. The lyrics convey a longing to be indispensable and wholly consumed by a partner's life. The idea of being "selfish" in the song is paradoxically linked with being "loveless, selfless," suggesting that the singer's ultimate wish is to prioritize the partner's needs above all. The chorus emphasizes the craving to be the one indispensable person in their lover's life, to the point where the relationship is almost symbiotic. This deep emotional connection is underscored by the metaphor of dreaming and being lifted upwards, symbolizing a transcendent, almost ethereal bond. The song captures a universal feeling of wanting to be the one thing someone can't live without, the center of their world, and the air they breathe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who are the featured artists on the song 'Selfish'?

    'Selfish' features Nick Jonas along with his brothers Joe and Kevin Jonas, collectively known as the Jonas Brothers. Joe provides vocals while Kevin plays guitar on this track.

  2. When was 'Selfish' released?

    'Selfish' was released as part of the deluxe edition of Nick Jonas's album 'Spaceman,' which came out on March 15, 2021. The standard edition of the album was released a few days earlier, on March 12, 2021.

  3. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Selfish'?

    The lyrics for 'Selfish' were written by Jason Gregory Evigan, Jordan Kendall Johnson, Paul Kevin Jonas, Marcus Durand Lomax, Nicholas Jerry Jonas (Nick Jonas), Ryan B. Tedder, and Stefan Adam Johnson.

  4. What themes does Nick Jonas explore in his album 'Spaceman', which includes 'Selfish'?

    In his album 'Spaceman', Nick Jonas explores four main themes: distance, indulgence, euphoria, and commitment. These themes reflect his experiences and emotions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  5. How was 'Selfish' received by music critics?

    'Spaceman', including the song 'Selfish', garnered positive reviews from music critics. For example, Robin Murray of Clash praised its honest lyricism and effective jams. However, some critics felt that while the production was captivating, the lyrical content could be more mature.

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