Half Of Me
Rihanna · Unapologetic (Deluxe Verison) [2012]
Sittin' front of all the buildings
Yeah I guess you saw me stealin'
But you know I did & I would need it
You talk about when we were children
About the kind of kid that you believe in
You saw me on a television
You saw me on a television
But that's just the half of it
Yeah, you saw the half of it
This is the life I live
And that's just the half of it
You saw me on a television hanging out my dirty linen
You're entitled to your opinion
Sit and shake your head in my decision
I guess the kind of songs that I been singing
Make it seem as if I'm always winning
But you saw me on a television
Yeah you saw me on a television
But that's just the half of it
You saw the half of it
This is the life I live
And that's just the half of it
Ohh you know me, I'm the life of the party
Beautiful people surround me
Everybody falling in love
Oh you know me everybody knows that I'm crazy
Sticks and stones they never break me
And I'm the type that don't give a f-ck
But that's just the half of it
You saw the half of it
Yeah, this is the life I live
And that's just the half of it
Yeah, you saw the half of it
And this is the life I live
You saw the half of it
Only the half of it
You saw me on a television
You saw me on a television
Half Of Me
Rihanna's "Half Of Me" stands as a defining track from her 2012 album *Unapologetic*, showcasing her evolution into a mature R&B and pop artist. Released during a period where she prioritized emotional depth over chart-driven singles, the song features a minimalist production style that highlights her vocal versatility and lyrical introspection. The track explores themes of self-worth and the complexities of relationships, reflecting the album's broader narrative of unapologetic authenticity. As a centerpiece of the deluxe edition, "Half Of Me" solidified Rihanna's status as a global icon while demonstrating her commitment to artistic integrity and sonic experimentation in the mid-2010s musical landscape.