What It's Like To Be Me
Britney Spears · Triple Feature [2012]
Do you know what it's like?
Come on, come on
[Verse 1: Britney]
Baby tell me do I (I)
Look like the kind of girl
That you wanna take home, wanna make me your own
Do you even know what I like?
Just what I'm living for, what I adore
[Bridge:]
Baby take the time to realize I'm
Not the kind to sacrifice
The way I am
So if you wanna be my man (Baby)
[Chorus:]
Walk a mile in my shoes
Do me right or I'm through
Can't you see that
If you wanna stay around (I'm telling you)
You've got to figure me out boy (Boy)
Take the time or you loose
This is my game, my rules
And I can see, obviously,
Baby you don't know
What it's like to be me
[Justin Timberlake]
Do you know what it's like?
Do you know what it's like?
[Verse 2: Britney]
Don't you get it twisted boy?
I want you too
But you got my heart to win
Before I let you in
If this deceives you baby
I'm not the average lady
I need someone to love
[Bridge:]
Baby take the time to realize I'm
Not the kind to sacrifice
The way I am
So if you wanna be my man, baby
[Chorus:]
Walk a mile in my shoes
Do me right or I'm through
Can't you see that
If you wanna stay around (I'm telling you)
You've got to figure me out boy (Boy)
Take the time or you loose
This is my game, my rules (You gotta play by my rules)
And I can see, obviously,
Baby you don't know
What it's like to be me
[Break:]
Baby, to know me
And you can show me
That your love for me is true
And I'll give you everything
That a girl can give
So Don't you wanna be my man?
[Chorus:]
Walk a mile in my shoes
Do me right or I'm through
Can't you see that
If you wanna stay around (I'm telling you)
You've got to figure me out (You've got to figure me out baby)
Take the time or you loose
This is my game, my rules (This is my game)
And I can see, obviously,
Baby you don't know
What it's like
(No, no you don't)
[Chorus:]
Walk a mile in my shoes
Do me right or I'm through (This is my game baby)
Can't you see that
If you wanna stay around
You've got to figure me out (You've got to figure me out)
Take your time or you loose
This is my game, my rules
And I can see, obviously,
Baby you don't know
What it's like (to be me)
What It's Like To Be Me
Britney Spears' "What It's Like To Be Me" captures the introspective vulnerability that has defined her career. Released during a period of significant personal and professional reflection, the track explores the complexities of fame and identity without relying on the high-energy pop anthems of her earlier years. The recording showcases Spears' ability to convey deep emotion through a restrained vocal performance, highlighting her evolution as an artist capable of navigating more mature themes. This song stands as a testament to her enduring relevance, offering listeners a glimpse into the private struggles behind the public persona. It remains a poignant song in her extensive discography, resonating with fans who appreciate the emotional depth she brings to her music.