Bad
Wale, Tiara Thomas
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Monogamy or whatever you call it I'm starting to think it ain't for everybody Most of us rushing into it anyways, you know what I'm saying You ain't rushing for love, and I ain't up here to judge Let's neglect the what if's and make it do what it does Let's get it Is it bad that I never made love, no I never did it But I sure know how to f*ck I'll be your bad girl, I'll prove it to you I can't promise that I'll be good to you 'Cause I had some issues, I won't commit No, not having it But at least I can admit that I'll be bad no to you (to you) Yeah, I'll be good in bed but I'll be bad to you Bad that I never made love, no I never did it But I sure know how to f*ck Lets get it Bad girls ain't no good, and the good girls ain't no fun And the hood girls want a smart nigga, college girls all want a thug So it seems we fiend for what we don't need Got a thing for a queen who know when to leave I'm not bout to judge you, don't judge me You ain't gotta really sing about your rap sheet 'Cause I heard you (bad no) In the literal sense I mean that Rough sex saying I love yeah But to kiss them saying you mean that I know I just be calling her mean ass Oh the irony, got the bomb indeed But the problem is it's probably a deep past Still I'm feeling of something I need bad Thinking if I get her, I get her to need this I don't need emotions to open your deep sea I conceive an ocean by going between legs Beg, nope, bed, floor, dope Go, for it, couch, now Slow, motion, around, put it down Lord knows she was going for the morn, hold up Is it bad that I never made love, no I never did it But I sure know how to f*ck I'll be your bad girl, I'll prove it to you I can't promise that I'll be good to you Cause I had some issues, I won't commit No, not having it But at least I can admit that I'll be bad no to you (to you) Yeah, I'll be good in bed but I'll be bad to you Let me tell you about, look She hurt feelings, she break hearts She stay quiet, she play smart She take pride, in going out Getting hollered at, and saying nah She no saint, but she don't pose She don't wear make up by the boat load Riding through lake shore with the nose up She don't really date much but it slows her up She got haters, but we all do Heard you winter time cold, shawty fall through Baby look at they approach how they court you All those minds games never mind cause they all lose In the physical sense I mean that I ain't tryna kiss up, suck up, feed gas I ain't like them nigga you sucking your teeth at, nope Play big, trust me I'll humble your mean ass, look Shawty is actually in prevent Cause the one in front is working deep threat, yep Bed, floor, couch, more More, shower, Lord, perm Done, love, nah Called in the morning cell number wasn't on, goddamn Is it bad that I never made love, no I never did it But I sure know how to f*ck I'll be your bad girl, I'll prove it to you I can't promise that I'll be good to you Cause I had some issues, I won't commit No, not having it But at least I can admit that I'll be bad no to you (to you) Yeah, I'll be good in bed but I'll be bad to you Bad that I never made love, no I never did it But I sure know how to f*ck
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Written by: Tiara Thomas, Olubowale Victor Akintimehin, Santrise Nicole Webb
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Artist Inspiration"Bad" was written and performed by American rapper Wale. The song was released as a single from his third album "The Gifted" on February 5, 2013.
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CollaborationsThe song features singer Tiara Thomas in a notable collaboration. Later, an additional version was made featuring Rihanna.
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Chart Topper"Bad" was a commercial success, peaking at number 21 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It became Wale's second top 40 entry on the chart, following his feature on Waka Flocka Flame's "No Hands."
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of the song delve into themes of emotional vulnerability, regrets, and complexities of romantic relationships.
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Certification"Bad" was certified 2x Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), confirming its high sales.
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Music VideoThe official music video, released on March 20, 2013, was directed by Alexandre Moors and has over 140 million views on YouTube as of 2021.
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Critic ResponseThe song was well-received by critics, with many praising its catchy beat, memorable hook, and raw exploration of relationship dynamics.
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Song OriginInitially, "Bad" was not intended for Wale. Tiara Thomas wrote it as a song for herself and performed it while touring with him. Impressed by the song, Wale asked her if he could take it for his album.
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Featured ArtistsAlthough initially featuring Tiara Thomas, Wale released a remix version of the song with Rihanna, which brought it further attention and popularity.
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Awards"Bad" was nominated for the Best Hip-Hop Song of the Year at the 2013 Soul Train Music Awards.
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Album Success"Bad" contributed significantly to the success of Wale's album "The Gifted," which debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200.
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SamplingThe song samples the 2007 Tiara Thomas song, "The Cloud MusicEP."
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