Please Tell Me Why
Nelly · Other Songs - Nelly
I didn't mean to call you that, I can't remember
what was said or what you threw at me
(CHORUS)
Please tell me, Please tell me why my car is in
the front yard and I'm sleeping with my clothes
on, came in through the window last night and
your gone, GONE
It's no surprise to me I am my own worst enemy
cause every now and then I kick the living shit out of me,
the smoke alarm is going off when there's a cigarette,
still burning
(CHORUS)
Please tell me why, my car is in the front yard
and I'm sleeping with my clothes on, came in
through the window last night, and your
gone, GONE
Please tell me why my car is in the front yard
and I'm sleeping with my clothes on, came in through
the window last night, and it's no surprise to me I am
my own worst enemy cause every now and then I kick
the living shit out of me, can we forget about the things
I said when I was drunk I didn't mean to call you that
Da, Da, Da, DADA
Please Tell Me Why
Nelly's 2002 single 'Please Tell Me Why' stands as a defining track of the mid-2000s hip-hop landscape, blending trap-influenced rhythms with a melodic hook that became a cultural phenomenon. The song features R&B singer Kelly Rowland, whose vocal performance anchors the track's emotional core and helped bridge the gap between rap and R&B audiences. Released during the height of Nelly's 'Nellyville' era, the recording exemplifies the genre fusion that characterized the early 2000s, combining street-ready production with polished pop sensibilities. Its enduring popularity stems from its catchy chorus and the chemistry between the two artists, making it a staple in dance playlists and a significant song in Nelly's discography.