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Frontin' Lyrics

by Pharrell Williams feat. Jay-Z

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Frontin' Lyrics

(feat. Jay-Z) [Verse: Pharrell Williams] Don't wanna sound full of myself or rude But you ain't looking at no other dudes cause you love me (I'm sorry but.. so sexy) So you think about a chance You find yourself trying to do my dance Maybe cause you love me (Uh, you do it well) So then we tried - singing it slow now Because you weren't used to how fast we touched (fast we touched) Then we locked eyes - and I knew I was in there And I was gon' tear ya ass up (tear ya ass up) [Chorus: Pharrell Williams] I know that I'm carrying on, nevermind if I'm showing off I was just frontin (you know I want ya babe) I'm ready to bet it all, unless you don't care at all But you know I want ya (you should stop frontin babe) [Verse: Pharrell Williams] Trying to be the best girlfriend you could be But still you sneak and look at me, and girl I love it Then you give your other girl a show Tell her you gon' call her ass how it was And she's gon love it (whoa-oh whoa, yeah yeah) So then we tried - singing it slow now Because you weren't used to how fast we touched (fast we touched) Then we locked eyes - and I knew I was in there And I was gon' tear ya ass up (tear ya ass up) [Chorus] [Bridge] [J:] We got another one Pha-real [Pharrell] [P:] Dance, ooooooh ooooh [J:] I call you Pha-real cause you the truest, haha, Young! [P:] Whoa-oh, oh ohhhh [J:] Uh, yeah [P:] Dance, ooooooh ooooh [J:] Yeah, lemme talk to em [P:] Whoa-oh, oh ohhhh [J:] I'm a keep it real [Verse: Jay-Z] Everytime your name was brought up I would act all nonchalant infront of an audience Like if you was just another shorty I put the naughty on But uh, truth be told you do me for a loop, this Hov I'm too old to be frontin when I'm feeling Denzel And you acting like you ain't appealing but you are Stunting like you ain't my only girl but you are (I was just frontin) I'm ready to stop when you are [Chorus] [Outro: Pharrell Williams] Dance, ooooooh ooooh Whoa-oh, oh ohhhh Dance, ooooooh ooooh Whoa-oh, oh ohhhh

Meaning of Frontin'

“Frontin’” is a playful and unapologetic anthem about attraction and the thrill of playfully provoking jealousy. Pharrell Williams’ verses capture the intoxicating feeling of confidently showcasing one's desirability, admitting to “fronting” – exaggerating or creating an impression – simply because he knows it turns heads and excites his object of affection. The song revels in the dynamic of teasing and temptation, acknowledging the other woman’s reaction with a knowing smirk and a challenge to her own game. Jay-Z's brief bridge reinforces this idea of authenticity ("I'm a keep it real") while Pharrell continues to build on the playful tension. Ultimately, the song isn’t about malicious intent but rather an honest expression of confidence and the irresistible allure of captivating someone with a bold, slightly provocative performance – a dance fueled by desire and a shared understanding of the game.

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