[Lil Yachty (Bryson Tiller):]
Yeah
Thank God my mama for my legacy
Relax, kick back, unwind by the pool, icy jewels
Levelin’ up on all of you fools, you late
In my mind I know that I’m cool, I’m straight
Don’t need a bitch for nothing
Don’t need a nigga for nothing, yeah (Yeah)
[Bryson Tiller:]
She keep thinkin’ I need her
Tell the bitch I don’t need her
Believin’ she a keeper, nah
But I ain’t in the scene, nah, nah
Lately, yeah
I’ve been on some different shit, lately
Oh yeah, the time bad and it’s my bad
Should’ve told your ass when you came to me
[Lil Yachty (Bryson Tiller) {Both}:]
{I don’t need a bitch for} nothing (Nothing, uh-huh)
Don’t need a nigga for nothing, yeah, yeah (Uh-huh)
Relax, kick back, unwind {by the pool}, icy jewels
Levelin’ up on all of you fools, you late
In my mind I know that I’m cool, I’m straight (Uh-huh)
Don’t need a bitch for nothing (Don’t need a bitch for nothing)
Don’t need a nigga for nothing, yeah, yeah (Uh-huh)
[Bryson Tiller:]
Nigga be thinkin I need him
Tell that man I don’t need him
Almost risked my freedom (Almost risked my freedom, yeah)
Like somebody gotta teach em, nah
Keep it movin’, uh
God is tellin’ me to keep it movin’ (Yeah, oh nah)
I don’t get a redo, no redo’s (Ah)
Middle finger then peace, to em
[Lil Yachty (Bryson Tiller) {Both}:]
{I don’t need a bitch for nothing} (Nothing, nah)
Don’t need a nigga for nothing, yeah, yeah (Oh, yeah, yeah)
{Relax, kick back, unwind by the pool}, icy jewels
{Levellin’ up on all of you fools}, you late
{In my mind I know that I’m cool}, I’m straight (Ah)
{Don’t need a bitch for} nothing (Nothing)
Don’t need a nigga for nothing, yeah, yeah (Ayy, hmm-mm)
[Bryson Tiller:]
Don’t be back at me
Like “Please, can we get back to where we used to be?”
But I moved on, he moved on, yeah
Don’t be back at me
Like “Please, can we get back to where we used to be?”
But I moved on, yeah I moved on
Independence and Self-Reliance in “For Nothing”
“For Nothing” by Bryson Tiller featuring Lil Yachty is an anthem of self-assurance and personal growth. The lyrics center around the theme of independence, with both artists making it clear that they don’t need anyone to validate their worth or success. Tiller and Yachty express gratitude for their roots but emphasize a journey of leveling up, moving on from past relationships, and shaking off any reliance on others. The repeated refrain, “Don’t need a bitch for nothing / Don’t need a nigga for nothing,” powerfully underscores this message, presenting confidence as a shield against emotional setbacks and negativity. Ultimately, the song encourages listeners to prioritize their own well-being and progress, leaving behind anyone or anything that doesn’t align with their newfound strength.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bryson Tiller feat. Lil Yachty
- Songwriters: Bryson Tiller, Lil Yachty
- Release Year: 2024