I Didn't Mean To
Casual
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Verse One: Alright I might Have had a little glare when I stared at ya ho But I didn't know she was like that She stared right back My niggas warnin me that she was comin on to me I react like a mack do I act cool Just to test her cause I ain't no jester I suggest her and her friend be outtie Cause I don't want to make my pals get rowdy And doubt me our friendship But when lips touch I go crazy in the clutch Sorta like schitzo I forgets my bros and pals over gals I didn't mean to but when you fiend you do Strange things for the denim no matter who's in em Grab a flooze then I'm in traffic Don't laugh it might be your girl that I'm talkin about I didn't mean to Chorus: Repeat 2X It ain't my fault that your girl got caught It ain't my fault that your girl got caught (I didn't mean to) Verse Two: Another incident when I went Way beyond what I should of done John should of stopped before them drawers dropped But I didn't ain't no quittin Really didn't care who's girl I was hittin I admit skinz ain't a reason to lose friends But then again I didn't know, sorry Accept apologies and live on Are we goin hold grudges well oh fudge Its a new year and I do fear Ya actions ya actin shy I mean ya need to be smackin That hoe Instead of tryin to front on me ya know that's exactly how I'm goin to be ya know I run my game on any G ya know Cause we the most entertainin I meant to blame women For makin me do what the Ak seem to When you call I screen you I didn't mean to Chorus Verse Three: Why do fools be schememin dreamin Actin like demons Niggas don't give a f*ck Because they beat shit To many girls front cute When they want loot They tell lies the swell guys Can peep it and that's weak shit that's why I run game on every freak I get Born in Oakland grew up pumpin Too Short I know the rules on the flooze so who's short I once had a ho who smoked blunts yo She tried to get me so I looked at the front door And now she's not with me so forget it But every once in a while I'll hit it And it happened to be your girl I didn't mean to and I been through Your relationship and I hate dumb dips But I really can't trip when they ride my tip I didn't mean to Chorus
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Written by: JONATHAN OWENS
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11 facts about this song
Artist History"I Didn't Mean To" is a song by an acclaimed American rapper "Casual". His real name is Jon Owens, and he's part of the Oakland-based collective Hieroglyphics.
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Album InformationThe song was released as a part of Casual's debut album called "Fear Itself" which hit the music stores on February 1, 1994.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 1 on the Hot Rap Songs chart, highlighting Casuals' talent and popularity.
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Lyrics Explanation"I Didn't Mean To" is about Casual apologizing to his ex-girlfriend for his behavior, clarifying that he didn't mean to upset or hurt her. Although the track has a remorseful theme, the catchy beat and lyrics make it an enjoyable listen.
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Record LabelThe song and the album "Fear Itself" were released under the famed Jive Records label.
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Music VideoThe music video for "I Didn't Mean To" was directed by Marcus Raboy, who has directed music videos for many widely recognized artists.
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Song ReceptionThe song has received generally positive reviews from critics and listeners, establishing Casual has a talented rapper in the hip-hop industry.
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Notable CollaborationThe album "Fear Itself", in which "I Didn't Mean To" was featured, included collaborations with significant artists, such as Del the Funky Homosapien and Pep Love, both also members of Hieroglyphics.
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Cultural InfluenceAs part of the broader Hieroglyphics crew's influence, Casual's "I Didn't Mean To" contributed to the mid-'90s movement that placed Oakland at the center of alternative hip-hop.
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Sample UsageThe song samples from three famous songs; "Sing a Simple Song" by Sly & the Family Stone, "Kitty With the Bent Frame" by Quincy Jones, and "Inside You" by Eddie Henderson.
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Current Streaming StatsToday, "I Didn't Mean To" can be streamed on various music platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. As of now, it has over 1 million streams on Spotify alone.
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