My boy
Come take my hand
Throw your guitar and your clothes in the back seat
My love
They don’t understand
But I’ll hold your hurt in the box here beside me
How could we know
We’d rearrange all the cosmos, mmm?
We crashed and we burned
Now I just can’t go where you don’t go
And usually I’m
Fucked up
Anxious
Too much
But I’ll love you like you need me to
Imperfect for you
Messy
Completely
Distressed
But I’m not like that since I met you
Imperfect for you
Let’s go tonight
‘Cause there’s just a few seconds left till tomorrow
We have
All that we need
Let’s leave our baggage and wine at the table
Mmm, how could we know
That this was a happy disaster, mmm? (happy disaster)
I’m glad we crashed and burned (we crashed and burned)
I’ll never forget when you told me
You said, “usually I’m
“Fucked up
Anxious
Too much
But I’ll love you like you need me to
Imperfect for you”
Messy
Completely
Distressed
But I’m not like that since I met you
Mmm, how could we know
We’d make the bad stuff delightful, mmm?
I’m glad we crashed and burned
I know we’ll be there for each other
When we’re feeling
Fucked up
Anxious
Too much
But I’ll love you like you need me to
Imperfect for you
Messy
Completely
Distressed
But I’m not like that since I met you
Imperfect for you
Fucked up
Anxious
Too much
Like you need me to
Imperfect for you
Messy
Completely
Distressed
Not like that since I met you
Imperfect for you
Embracing Flaws in Love
In “imperfect for you,” Ariana Grande delivers a heartfelt exploration of vulnerability and acceptance within a relationship. The lyrics poetically unravel the messiness and emotional turbulence both partners bring, yet highlight the comfort found in mutual understanding. Grande frames imperfection not as a flaw, but as a unique bond that makes their connection authentic and resilient.
The Beauty of Shared Chaos
The chorus echoes themes of anxiety, insecurity, and emotional baggage, but also reveals transformation through love. Both partners admit to being “fucked up” and “messy,” yet the presence of the other brings about a sense of calm and belonging. Lines like “But I’m not like that since I met you” underline how acceptance and love can turn chaos into something beautiful, making imperfections a source of strength rather than weakness.
Song Credits
Artist: Ariana Grande
Release Year: 2024