I wish I could believe you, then I’d be alright
But now everything you told me really don’t apply
To the way I feel inside
Lovin’ you was easy once upon a time
But now my suspicions of you have multiplied
And it’s all because you lied
I only give you a hard time
‘Cause I can’t go on and pretend like
I haven’t tried to forget this
But I’m much too full of resentment
Just can’t seem to get over the way you hurt me
Don’t know how you gave another who didn’t mean a thing (Mean a thing), no
The very thing you gave to me
I thought I could forgive you, and I know you’ve changed
As much as I wanna trust you, I know it ain’t the same (It ain’t the same)
And it’s all because you lied
I only give you a hard time (Hard time)
‘Cause I can’t go on and pretend like
I haven’t tried to forget this (Forget this)
But I’m much too full of resentment (I’m much too full of resentment)
I may never understand why
I’m doin’ the best that I can, and I
I tried and I tried to forget this (Forget this)
But I’m much too full of resentment
(You lied) I’ll always remember feelin’ (You lied)
Like I was no good (You lied)
Like I couldn’t do it for you (You lied)
Like your mistress could
And it’s all because you lied
Loved you more than another (You lied)
More than my own life (You lied)
But that part of me I gave you (You lied)
It was sacrificed (Sacrificed)
And it’s all because you lied
I only give you a hard time
‘Cause I can’t go on and pretend like (I can’t go on and pretend like)
I tried and I tried to forget this (I tried and I tried and I tried)
But I’m too damn full of resentment
I know she was attractive, but I was here first
Been ridin’ with you for six years
Why did I deserve to be treated this way by you?
I know you’re probably thinkin’, “What’s up with B?”
I been cryin’ for too long, what did you do to me?
I used to be so strong, but now you took my soul
I’m cryin’, can’t stop cryin’, can’t stop cryin’
You could’ve told me you wasn’t happy
I know you didn’t wanna hurt me
But look what you’ve done to me now
I gotta look at her in her eyes (You lied)
(You lied) And see she’s had half of me (You lied)
How could you lie? (You lied)
Unpacking the Pain of Betrayal
“Resentment” by Beyoncé is a raw and emotional ballad that delves deeply into the aftermath of heartbreak and betrayal. The lyrics capture the inner turmoil and lasting hurt that follows infidelity. Beyoncé’s delivery is vulnerable and honest, as she confronts the struggle to forgive and let go. The song’s narrative exposes the complexities of trust, self-worth, and the lingering pain that lingers when someone you love breaks your heart. Through poignant lines, Beyoncé expresses not only her anger but also the sadness of lost innocence and the difficulty of moving on.
Why “Resentment” Resonates
Listeners connect with “Resentment” because it authentically portrays the conflict between wanting to heal and being unable to forget. The repeated refrain, “it’s all because you lied,” highlights the lasting impact of dishonesty in a relationship. Beyoncé’s powerful vocals and emotive storytelling turn this song into an anthem for anyone who has struggled with trust and forgiveness.
Song Credits
Artist: Beyoncé
Songwriters: Walter W. Millsap III, Candice Nelson, Curtis Mayfield, Beyoncé Knowles, Makeba Riddick
Release Year: 2006
Label: Columbia Records