Best Thing I Never Had
Beyoncé · 4 (Deluxe Edition) [2011]
What goes around comes back around (Hey, My Baby)
I say, what goes around comes back around (Hey, My Baby)
What goes around comes back around
There was, a time, I thought
That you did everything right, no lies, no wrong
Boy I, must've been outta my mind
So when I think of the time that I almost loved you
You showed your ass and I, I saw the real you
Thank God you blew it
Thank God I dodged a bullet
I'm so over you, so, Baby, good looking out
I wanted you bad, I'm so through with that
'Cause honestly you turned out to be the (Best thing I never had)
You turned out to be the (Best thing I never had)
And I'm gon always be the (Best thing you never had)
Oh Yeah, I bet it sucks to be you right now
So sad, you're hurt, Boo-Hoo
Oh, did you expect me to care? You don't, deserve, my tears
I guess that's why they ain't there
When I think that there was a time that I almost loved you
You showed your ass, and, Baby, yes, I saw the real you
Thank God you blew it
Thank God I dodged a bullet
I'm so over you, Baby good looking out
I wanted you bad, I'm so through with that
'Cause honestly you turned out to be the (Best thing I never had)
You turned out to be the (Best thing I never had)
And I'm gon always be the (Best thing you never had)
Oh Baby, I bet it sucks to be you right now
I know you want me back, it's time to face the facts
That I'm the one that's got away
Lord knows that it would take another place
Another time, another world, another life
Thank God I found the 'good' in goodbye
I used to want you so bad. I'm so through with that
'Cause honestly you turned out to be the (Best thing I never had)
Oh, you turned out to be the (Best thing I never had)
And I will always be the (Best thing you never had)
Ooh, best thing you never had
I used to want you so bad, I'm so through with that
'Cause honestly you turned out to be the (Best thing I never had)
Oh, you turned out to be the (Best thing I never had)
Ooh, I will never be the (Best thing you never had)
Oh Baby, I bet it sucks to be you right now
(What goes around, comes back around)
(What goes around, comes back around) Bet it sucks to be you right now
(What goes around, comes back around) I bet it sucks to be you right now
(What goes around, comes back around) I bet it sucks to be you right now
Best Thing I Never Had
Released on Beyoncé's fourth studio album, '4', this track serves as a poignant reflection on the complexities of love and the sacrifices required to maintain a relationship. The song explores the paradox of holding onto a partner who is not the ideal choice, highlighting the emotional weight of staying in a situation that no longer fulfills one's deepest desires. With its soulful production and Beyoncé's emotive vocal delivery, the recording captures the bittersweet nature of enduring love, distinguishing it from her more overtly romantic works. It stands as a significant moment in her discography, showcasing her ability to delve into nuanced emotional landscapes while maintaining her signature R&B and pop sensibilities. The track remains a testament to her growth as an artist, addressing themes of personal growth and the difficult choices individuals face in their romantic lives.
