[Ariana Grande:]
I just broke up with my ex
Now I’m out here single, I don’t really know what’s next
But I ain’t even trippin’, I’mma chill and sit back
And I know they will be coming from the right and the left, left, left
I just broke up with my ex and
You’re the one I’m feeling as I’m laying on your chest
Good conversation got me holding my breath
And I don’t normally say this but goddamn, you’re the best, best, best
And if it feels right, promise I don’t mind
And if it feels right, promise I’ll stay here all night
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
As I’m laying on your chest
I’ll be out here thinkin’ ’bout it, boy, it’s just a guess
But something just keeps telling me I’m better than the rest
And I ain’t tryna rush you, but goddamn, I’m a mess, mess, mess
And if it feels right, promise I don’t mind
And if it feels right, promise I’ll stay here all night
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
[Lil Wayne:]
I say, “Girl, you need a hot boy”
She say, “You need to stop fuckin’ with them thots, boy”
I say, “You need a real nigga?” She say, “Yes”, Lord
And what you need your ex for? I’m triple X, Lord
Okay, Ariana, my lil mama, goodbye to the good girl
My ex tripping, it’s no Biggie, I 2Pac shook her
I’m laid up with my new thing
She lay her head on my new chain
Then the mood change
Then my name change from Lil Wayne to “Ooh, Wayne”
Oh Lord, she grinding on this Grande
Oh Lord, I’m drowning, I’m gonna need that Coast Guard
And when it comes to that nigga, I give her amnesia
She just looking for love
She says she single and I’m her feature, oh, my God
[Ariana Grande {Lil Wayne}:]
(You’re no good, boy, just let me love you, baby)
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
{Tunechi, Mula baby}
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
(Boy, just let me love you, yeah, yeah, ah)
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
{She just looking for love} (I’m looking for love)
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
{She just looking for love, yeah} (Yeah, I’m looking for love, baby)
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
{She just looking for love, yeah} (I’m looking for love, baby)
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
{She just looking for love, yeah} (Hey, yeah, yeah, yeah)
{She’s just looking for love} (Mm, yeah)
[Lil Wayne (Ariana Grande):]
I’ma give her that love, yeah
(He gon’ gimme that love)
She’s just looking for love
(Boy, I’m looking for love, baby)
I’mma give her that love
I’mma give her that
I’mma give her that
Exploring Vulnerability After Heartbreak
In “Let Me Love You,” Ariana Grande opens up about the emotional aftermath of a breakup, capturing both vulnerability and hope. The lyrics reveal her journey as she transitions from a recent split, expressing uncertainty about what’s next but also a willingness to embrace new love. Grande’s smooth vocals and candid confessions paint a relatable portrait of moving on, while the repeated invitation to “let me love you” underscores a longing for intimacy and genuine connection.
Lil Wayne’s Playful Intimacy
Lil Wayne’s feature brings a playful, charismatic energy to the track. His verses mix clever wordplay and flirtatious banter, offering a perspective that complements Grande’s emotional openness. Together, their collaboration explores the excitement of new romance, the lingering shadows of past relationships, and the universal search for affection. The chemistry between their voices transforms the song into a sultry, memorable duet.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Ariana Grande, Thomas Brown, Victoria Monét, Steven Franks, Dwayne Carter (Lil Wayne)
- Release Year: 2016
- Label: Republic Records