Villain by Bella Poarch (2024)

I don't know why I'm like this, I'd love to piss you off
Somethin' in my psychosis finds it a little hard
I always got good intentions, you tell me I saved your life
But I'm cravin' your attention (and you know that I got two sides)

I'll be the villain tonight
I kinda like when you despise me after we fight
(Feels so much better when I'm)

Pushin' all your buttons 'til you're crawlin' on the floor
You say you hate my guts, but you're still coming back for more

I know that you get jealous, so I'll play the fantasy
I know it gives you hell when everyone looks at me
Some of my favorite moments usually start with tears
Swear that you'll pull me closer whenever we flirt with fear

I'll be the villain tonight
I kinda like when you despise me after we fight
(Feels so much better when I'm)
Pushin' all your buttons 'til you're crawlin' on the floor
You say you hate my guts, but you're still comin' back for more

I'll be the villain, uh, uh, the villain
I'll be the villain, uh, uh, the villain
I'll be the villain, uh, uh, the villain
I'll be the villain, uh, uh, the villain
I'll be

What's you and I without a little pain?
Tastes bittersweet each time you say my name
If love was poison, we would drink it anyways
Feels so good playing these wicked little games

I'll be the villain tonight
I kinda like when you despise me after we fight
(Feels so much better when I'm)
Pushin' all your buttons 'til you're crawlin' on the floor
You say you hate my guts, but you're still comin' back for more

I'll be the villain, uh, uh, the villain
I'll be the villain, uh, uh, the villain
I'll be the villain, uh, uh, the villain

I'll be the villain, uh, uh, the villain
I'll be

Upon first glance, Bella Poarch's "Villain" might come across as a straightforward love song, but upon closer examination it becomes apparent that the lyrics are a bit darker and explore a more complicated dynamic between the singer and her lover. The song begins with Bella admitting that she doesn't understand her own behavior, saying that she would "love to piss you off" even though she has "good intentions" and that she "craves" her lover's attention. This admission sets the stage for the rest of the song, which details the singer's desire to play the "villain" in her relationships.

The chorus is where the song's themes become most clear, with Bella saying that she "kinda likes" it when her lover despises her after they fight and that she enjoys "pushin' all your buttons 'til you're crawlin' on the floor," even though her lover claims to "hate my guts." The bridge "What's you and I without a little pain?" emphasizes that the relationship is built on this dynamic, with the singer saying that love would be "poison" if it weren't for the bittersweet taste of heartbreak. While it's not explicitly stated, it's clear that there is an element of power play and manipulation at play in this relationship, with Bella asserting her dominance by playing the "villain."

In terms of production, "Villain" is a catchy pop track that incorporates elements of trap and electronic music. The song was produced by Sub Urban and Dylan Brady, with the latter also providing guest vocals on the track. The music video, directed by Bellamy Brewster, features Bella exploring a surreal, dream-like world filled with vivid colors and abstract imagery.

I don't know why I'm like this, I'd love to piss you off
Despite not understanding her behavior, the singer enjoys frustrating and angering the person she's singing to.

Somethin' in my psychosis finds it a little hard
The singer is aware that her mental state is likely responsible for her behavior, but finds it difficult to control.

I always got good intentions, you tell me I saved your life
Although she may act in ways that are harmful, the singer truly believes that she has positive intentions and has helped the person she's singing to.

But I'm cravin' your attention (and you know that I got two sides)
The singer wants attention from the person she's singing to and acknowledges that she has both positive and negative qualities.

I know that you get jealous, so I'll play the fantasy
The singer is aware that the person she's singing to has insecurities and will use that knowledge to manipulate them.

I'll be the villain tonight
The singer is intentionally choosing to act as the enemy, or antagonist, in the situation.

I kinda like when you despise me after we fight
The singer enjoys the negative emotions the person she's singing to experiences after an argument.

(Feels so much better when I'm) Pushin' all your buttons 'til you're crawlin' on the floor
The singer finds pleasure in pushing the person she's singing to past their breaking point until they're vulnerable.

You say you hate my guts, but you're still coming back for more
Although the person she's singing to says they don't like her, they continue to engage with her.

What's you and I without a little pain?
The singer believes that pain is an essential component of her relationship with the person she's singing to.

Tastes bittersweet each time you say my name
The singer finds pleasure in the pain and bitterness that comes with being associated with her.

If love was poison, we would drink it anyways
The singer is acknowledging that their relationship is toxic and would still choose it despite its negative consequences.

Feels so good playing these wicked little games
The singer enjoys the power dynamic and mind games present in their relationship.

I'll be the villain, uh, uh, the villain
The singer will continue to act as the antagonist in their relationship.