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Ariana Grande
Doja Cat
Lyrics of motive (with Doja Cat) by Ariana Grande, Doja Cat
intro
Mu-mu-mu-murda
verse
Tell me why I get this feeling
That you really wanna turn me on
Tell me why I get this feeling
That you really wanna make me yours, ah
pre-chorus
â˛Cause I see you tryin', subliminally tryinâ˛
To see if I'm gon' be the one to sing along
I admit itâ˛s exciting, parts of me kinda like it
But before I lead you on
chorus
Baby, tell me, whatâ˛s your motive?
(Motive)
What's your motive?
Whatâ˛s your motive?
(Ah)
So tell me, what's your motive?
(Whatâ˛s your motive?)
What's your motive?
Whatâ˛s your motive?
(Ah)
verse
I could call bullshit all from a mile away
(don't say)
You want me if you can't keep cominⲠback for me
Might have to curve you if you just canâ˛t talk straight
(just say)
Say what you mean 'cause you might get it
pre-chorus
â˛Cause I see you tryin', subliminally tryinâ˛
To see if I'm gonⲠbe the one to sing along
I admit it's exciting, parts of me kinda like it
But before I lead you on
chorus
Tell me, what's your motive?
Whatâ˛s your motive?
Whatâ˛s your motive?
(Ah)
So tell me, what's your motive?
Whatâ˛s your motive?
What's your motive?
(Ayy, yeah, yeah, ayy, ah)
verse
You treat me like gold, baby
Now you wanna spoil me
Did you want a trophy or you wanna sport me, baby?
Want me on your neck â˛cause you wanted respect
'Cause you fightinⲠsome war, baby
Well, I had to bring the fists out, had to put a wall up
I don't trust phonies, baby
(yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
You gotta tell me, what's your motive, baby?
bridge
â˛Cause you got your candy
(yeah)
on your arm
(yeah)
No need to sugarcoat a lie
(yeah)
Say what you want, I needed a real bona fide G
(come on)
Can you promise me youâ˛ll bring it all tonight?
(Give it to me)
'Cause I need you to be wise
Tell me everything thatâ˛s on your mind, come on
chorus
Baby, tell me what's your motive?
(Tell me, baby)
Whatâ˛s your motive?
(What's your motive?)
Whatâ˛s your motive?
(What's your motive? Ah)
So tell me, what's your motive?
(Better tell me, baby)
Whatâ˛s your motive?
(Whatâ˛s your motive? Better tell me, baby)
What's your motive?
(Yeah, ayy, ah)
Writer(s): Jeremy Mcintyre, Tommy Brown, Shane Lee Lindstrom, Nija Aisha Alayja Charles, Steven Robert Franks, Victoria Monet Mccants, Ariana Grande, Amala Ratna Dlamini
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In the song 'motive (with Doja Cat)' by Ariana Grande feat. Doja Cat, the lyrics explore the theme of questioning someone's intentions and motives in a relationship. The singer expresses skepticism towards the other person's actions and seeks clarity on whether they are genuine or just seeking personal gain, using metaphors like 'tell me what's your motive' to emphasize the importance of honesty and transparency in relationships.
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Themes
Trust and honesty
⢠I don't trust phonies, baby
⢠Say what you mean 'cause you might get it
⢠I could call bullshit all from a mile away
Desire and attraction
⢠I admit it's exciting, parts of me kinda like it
⢠Tell me why I get this feeling
⢠That you really wanna turn me on
Motivation and intentions
⢠Can you promise me you'll bring it all tonight?
⢠Baby, tell me, what's your motive?
⢠Did you want a trophy or you wanna sport me, baby?
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Moods
Love, reflection, empowerment, angst, social commentary
Rating: PG-13
Lyrics may be unsuitable for younger ears
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Credits
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Album ⢠2020 ⢠14 tracks
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