Don't Tell 'Em
by Jeremih
Summary
"Don't Tell 'Em" is all about keeping a casual relationship under wraps. Jeremih knows how to have fun and wants to enjoy the moment without the drama.
Full Analysis
The song captures that thrilling vibe of a summer fling. It’s about carefree love, dancing, and intimacy without the need for labels or commitments. Jeremih has this laid-back confidence, inviting someone to enjoy the night while keeping things discreet. The beat is infectious, making it perfect for parties or driving with the windows down.
Verse 1
Rhythm is a dancer, I need a companion
Girl, I guess that must be you
Body like the summer, fuckin' like no other
Don't you tell 'em what we do
In this opening verse, Jeremih sets the tone by linking rhythm and companionship. He wants someone who feels the music with him, making it clear that attraction is strong. The line about her body being like summer paints a vivid picture of heat and desire. He emphasizes secrecy, suggesting that their connection is special and should stay between them.
Chorus
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
You ain't even, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell 'em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
The chorus is catchy and repetitive, driving home the idea of keeping their relationship quiet. It’s playful and almost like a chant. This part of the song really makes the listener want to dance while also nodding to the idea that they don’t need to explain themselves to anyone else.
Verse 2
Know you say you down wit it
Won't tell 'em how you hit the ground wit' it
Girl, you know I'm from Chicago
I act a fool, Bobby Brown wit' it (in it)
In this verse, Jeremih reassures his partner that he’s all in for what they have. He references his Chicago roots, adding a layer of authenticity and fun to his persona. The mention of Bobby Brown hints at being wild and carefree, connecting back to the idea of enjoying life without worrying about others’ opinions.
Chorus
Only is you got me feeling like this
Oh, why, why, why, why, why
Loving while grabbing the rhythm of your hips
This part of the chorus shifts focus to how electrifying their physical connection is. It highlights the feelings that come with dancing and being close to someone. The repetition of "why" adds a sense of wonder and excitement, emphasizing how special this moment is for him.
Bridge
Girl, he fufu wit' it
But you know I know what to do wit' it
I give you that, girl I'm talking laps
As if you got a pool in it
In the bridge, Jeremih speaks to the playful side of their relationship. He recognizes that she might be involved with someone else, but he’s confident in his abilities to impress her. The pool metaphor adds a fun, cheeky element, suggesting they can dive deep into their connection without anyone else knowing.
Outro
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell 'em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
The outro circles back to the main message of the song. It wraps up with the same catchy lines, reinforcing the need to keep their relationship private. It feels like a final reminder to enjoy the moment without worrying about outside judgment.
Closing Thoughts
Overall, "Don't Tell 'Em" is about living in the moment and enjoying a fun, secret romance. Jeremih's smooth delivery and catchy hooks make it a memorable track. It captures that carefree summer vibe perfectly, inviting listeners to dance and embrace their own adventures.
Full Lyrics
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Rhythm is a dancer, I need a companion
Girl, I guess that must be you
Body like the summer, fuckin' like no other
Don't you tell 'em what we do
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
You ain't even, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell 'em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
You ain't even, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell 'em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
Know you say you down wit it
Won't tell 'em how you hit the ground wit' it
Girl, you know I'm from Chicago
I act a fool, Bobby Brown wit' it (in it)
Nobody take me out though
You got gifts, bring 'em down the South Pole
Marathon doll, gon' put in miles
Don't you worry 'bout him, I gon' work it out
Only is you got me feeling like this
Oh, why, why, why, why, why
Loving while grabbing the rhythm of your hips
That's right, right, right, right, right
Rhythm is a dancer, I need a companion
Girl, I guess that must be you
Body like the summer, fuckin' like no other
Don't you tell 'em what we do
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
You ain't even, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell 'em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
You ain't even, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
Girl, he fufu wit' it
But you know I know what to do wit' it
I give you that, girl I'm talking laps
As if you got a pool in it
And since you ain't with your best friends
Then let me your diamond
You know you feeling how your boy press play
Just keep that ass rewindin'
Only is you got me feeling like this
Oh, why, why, why, why, hey
Loving while grabbing the rhythm of your hips
That's right, right, right, right, right
Rhythm is a dancer, I need a companion
Girl, I guess that must be you
Body like the summer, fucking like no other
Don't you tell 'em what we do
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell 'em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
You ain't even, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell 'em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
3-1-0 9-3-4 8-6-1-6
I got a missed call from your bitch
She been plottin' on me for a cool minute
She wanna suck my dick, and I'm cool with it
I like girls in the shower, when it's winter fresh
It's some Twitter pussy, I met on the Internet
On my late-night thirsty, 'cause it was late-night and I was thirsty
Girl, I been to that county girl, I ain't tellin'
Handcuff you to that bed, girl, it ain't no bailin'
I keep a stack of hundreds like I keep a secret
If anything you were just explorin', you wasn't cheatin'
She got my number stored under fake names
Her nigga think she faithful, but she runnin' game
YOLO, so take me out these Polos
And we can fuck from Uno to Ocho
Only is you got me feeling like this
Oh, why, why, why, why, why
Loving while grabbing the rhythm of your hips
That's right, right, right, right, right
Rhythm is a dancer, I need a companion
Girl, I guess that must be you
Body like the summer
Fucking like no other (I keep it on the DL and creep like TL)
Don't you tell 'em what we do (Just tell me them details, just hand me)
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell 'em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em
You ain't even, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, you ain't even
You ain't even gotta tell 'em, don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, no
Right, right, right, right, right, right, right
Don't tell 'em, don't tell 'em, no
Why, why, why, why would you do? (oh)
Just keep the rhythm like, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Put it on me baby, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
You know you like that, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
You know I want it, baby, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Oh, oh-oh, oh-oh, oh-oh
