You got me some type of way (Hmm)
Ain’t used to feelin’ this way (Mmm-mmm)
I do not know what to say (Yeah, yeah)
But I know I shouldn’t think about it
Took one fuckin’ look at your face (Hmm)
Now I wanna know how you taste (Mmm-mmm)
Usually don’t give it away (Yeah, yeah)
But you know I’m out here thinkin’ ’bout it
Then I realize she’s right there
And I’m at home like, “Damn, this ain’t fair”
Break up with your girlfriend (Girlfriend)
Yeah, yeah, ’cause I’m bored
You could hit it in the mornin’ (Mornin’)
Yeah, yeah, like it’s yours
I know it ain’t right
But I don’t care (Care)
Break up with your girlfriend (Girlfriend)
Yeah, yeah, ’cause I’m bored
This shit always happen to me (Yeah)
Why can’t we just play for keeps? (Mmm-mmm)
Practically on my knees (Yeah, yeah)
But I know I shouldn’t think about it
You know what you’re doin’ to me
You’re singin’ my songs in the streets, yeah, yeah
Actin’ all innocent, please
When I know you’re out here thinkin’ ’bout it
Then you realize she’s right there (Yeah)
And you’re at home like, “Damn, she can’t compare”
Break up with your girlfriend (Girlfriend)
Yeah, yeah, ’cause I’m bored
You could hit it in the mornin’ (In the mornin’)
Yeah, yeah, like it’s yours
I know it ain’t right
But I don’t care (I don’t care, yee)
Break up with your girlfriend (With your girlfriend)
Yeah, yeah, ’cause I’m bored
With your girlfriend, girlfriend, girlfriend, girlfriend
With your girlfriend
With your girlfriend, girlfriend, girlfriend, girlfriend
You could say I’m hatin’ if you want to
But I only hate on her ’cause I want you
Say I’m trippin’ if you feel like
But you without me ain’t right (Ain’t right)
You could call me crazy ’cause I want you
And I never even ever fuckin’ met you
Say I’m trippin’ and it ain’t right
But you without me ain’t nice (Ain’t nice, yeah)
Break up with your girlfriend (With your girlfriend)
Yeah, yeah, ’cause I’m bored
You could hit it in the mornin’ (hit it in the mornin’, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Yeah, yeah, like it’s yours
I know it ain’t right
But I don’t care (Care, yeah)
Break up with your girlfriend (With your girlfriend)
Yeah, yeah, ’cause I’m bored
With your girlfriend, girlfriend, girlfriend, baby, girlfriend
With your girlfriend
With your girlfriend, girlfriend, girlfriend, girlfriend
With your girlfriend
Temptation and Honesty: Exploring Desire
“break up with your girlfriend, i’m bored” by Ariana Grande is a bold pop anthem that dives unapologetically into the complexities of desire and temptation. The lyrics capture a candid, almost mischievous confession, with Grande addressing the object of her affection and encouraging him to leave his girlfriend. Rather than masking her feelings, she lays them bare, admitting her motives without apology. The repeated refrain, “’cause I’m bored,” points to a playful, yet provocative honesty—challenging norms around relationships and attraction.
Modern Romance and Self-Awareness
Grande’s lyrics also reflect a modern take on romance, where boundaries blur and emotions are openly acknowledged. She’s aware of the moral ambiguity, confessing, “I know it ain’t right, but I don’t care.” This line encapsulates the tension between impulse and conscience, making the song relatable for anyone who has struggled with forbidden feelings. The track weaves together vulnerability, desire, and a touch of self-aware humor, making it a standout in her discography.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Ariana Grande, Max Martin, Savan Kotecha, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Kandi Burruss, Kevin Briggs, Charles McCall
Release Year: 2019
Label: Republic Records