Released: 2023
Tate McRae’s song ‘greedy’ dives into the dynamics of a flirtatious encounter, highlighting the protagonist’s confidence and self-awareness. The general theme revolves around attraction, self-assurance, and a warning against overstepping boundaries.
The song opens with a guy expressing his confusion about the protagonist. He’s been with her all night but still can’t figure her out. He says, ‘I’ve been next to you all night and still don’t know what you’re about.’ He’s interested but doesn’t fully understand her.
In response, the protagonist acknowledges her own appeal, saying, ‘I would want myself, baby, please believe me.’ She warns him that getting to know her isn’t easy, ‘I’ll put you through hell just to know me.’ This shows her confidence and the complexity she brings to the table.
She advises him not to be too greedy or self-assured, as it won’t end well. This is clear when she sings, ‘So sure of yourself, baby, don’t get greedy. That shit won’t end well, no, it won’t end well.’ She sets boundaries, emphasizing that there’s more to her than meets the eye.
Later, the guy continues to be curious, asking if her behavior is genuine or just an act. ‘Can’t tell if you love or hate me, never met someone like that.’ This line shows his confusion and fascination. The protagonist, however, remains confident, reiterating that knowing her isn’t easy.
Throughout the song, McRae uses phrases like ‘put you through hell’ and ‘don’t get greedy’ to stress the importance of respecting boundaries and recognizing her worth. The repetition of ‘I would want myself’ underscores her self-confidence and the idea that she is desirable, but not easily attainable.
