Greedy Lyrics is a pop and dance-pop song by the Canadian singer-songwriter Tate McRae, released on September 15, 2023, as the lead single from her second studio album Think Later. Co-written by McRae herself alongside Amy Allen, Jasper Harris and Ryan Tedder, with production being handled by Harris.
Tedder and Grant Boutin; in terms of lyrical context, it deals with self-assurance and empowerment as she recounts an instance where she had to lay down some ground rules and remind someone that not everything belongs to them, which also has an underlying message of teaching people how you want to be treated. Notably, greedy peaked at number one in countries including Canada & Norway. And has been praised for it’s feel-good tone not only lyrically but sonically too.
Greedy lyrics by Tate McRae
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Song Title | Greedy |
| Artist | Tate McRae |
| Release Date | September 15, 2023 |
| Album | Think Later |
| Genre | Pop, Dance-Pop |
| Themes | Empowerment, self-assurance, setting boundaries, and mutual respect |
| Songwriters | Topped charts in Canada and Norway performed strongly worldwide |
| Producers | Jasper Harris, Ryan Tedder, Grant Boutin |
| Key Imagery in Lyrics | Asserts individuality, cautions against greediness in relationships |
| Chart Performance | Released on the same day as the single, it features a dynamic and expressive performance by McRae |
| Critical Reception | Praised for its catchy melody, relatable themes, and confident tone |
| Music Video | Released on the same day as the single; features a dynamic and expressive performance by McRae |
| Significance | Marks a bold and confident new era for Tate McRae, highlighting her growth as an artist |
Greedy Lyrics by Tate McRae
He said, “Are you serious? I’ve tried, but I can’t figure out
I’ve been next to you all night and still don’t know what you’re about
You keep ta- (ta-ta-) talkin’, but not much comin’ out your mouth
Can’t you tell that I want you?” I say, yeah
I would want myself
Baby, please believe me
I’ll put you through hell
Just to know me, yeah, yeah
So sure of yourself
Baby, don’t get greedy
That shit won’t end well
Ooh, end well
I see you eyein’ me down, but you’ll never know much past my name
Or how I’m runnin’ this room around and that I’m still half your age
Yeah, you’re loo- (loo-loo-) lookin’ at me like I’m some sweet escape
Obvious that you want me, but I said
I would want myself
Baby, please believe me
I’ll put you through hell
Just to know me, yeah, yeah
So sure of yourself
Baby, don’t get greedy
That shit won’t end well
Ooh, end well
He said, “I’m just curious, is this for real or just an act?
Can’t tell if you love or hate me, never met someone like that
Drive me so (so, so) crazy, did you know you got that effect?”
I said, “Lemme check”, yeah
I would want myself
Baby, please believe me
I’ll put you through hell
Just to know me, yeah, yeah
So sure of yourself
Baby, don’t get greedy
That shit won’t end well
Ooh, end well
I would want myself
(I would want myself)
(I would want myself)
(Uh-uh, uh-uh-uh, uh)
