bloodline

Ariana Grande

Lyrics

[Intro: Marjorie Grande, Ariana Grande] Because I'm trying to do the best I can And they can't find something to satisfy me, ugh Mmm, yeah, yuh
[Verse: Ariana Grande] Even though you're bad for me, I know You're the one that I'm thinkin' Got me feelin' so incredible Would you mind maybe linkin'?
[Pre-Chorus: Ariana Grande] Love me, love me, baby Are you down? Can you let me know? Love me, thank you, leave me Put it down, then it's time to go Get it like you love me But you don't, boy, it's just for show Take it or leave it, you gotta take it or leave it like uh
[Chorus: Ariana Grande] Don't want you in my bloodline, yeah Just wanna have a good time, yeah And no need to apologize, no But you gon' have to let this shit go Don't want you in my bloodline, yeah Not tryna make you all mine, yeah And no need to apologize, no But you gon' have to let this shit go, yeah
[Post-Chorus: Ariana Grande] Yeah-eh-eh Yeah-eh Yeah, yeah, yuh
[Verse: Ariana Grande] No, we won't be talking the next day I ain't got nothin' to say (Hell nah) I ain't lookin' for my one true love Yeah, that ship sailed away
[Pre-Chorus: Ariana Grande] Love me, love me, baby Are you down? Can you let me know? Love me, thank you, leave me Put it down, then it's time to go Get it like you love me But you don't, boy, it's just for show Take it or leave it, you gotta take it or leave it like uh
[Chorus: Ariana Grande] Don't want you in my bloodline, yeah Just wanna have a good time, yeah And no need to apologize, no But you gon' have to let this shit go Don't want you in my bloodline, yeah (Don't want you in my) Not tryna make you all mine, yeah (Not tryna make you) And no need to apologize, no (And no need to, yeah) But you gon' have to let this shit go, yeah
[Post-Chorus: Ariana Grande] Oh, yeah Yeah-eh-eh Yeah-eh Yeah, yeah, yeah
[Bridge: Ariana Grande] Say I know what you want, what you want from me I know what you think, what you think you see (So what you think) I know what you looking for, but I'm complete (Yee) I know what you need, but it won't be me I know what you want, what you want from me I know what you think, what you think you see I know what you looking for, but I'm complete I know what you need, but it won't be me (But it won't be me)
[Chorus: Ariana Grande] Don't want you in my bloodline, yeah (Don't want you in my bloodline) Just wanna have a good time, yeah (Just tryna have a good time) And no need to apologize, no (No) But you gon' have to let this shit go (Yeah, yeah) Don't want you in my bloodline, yeah Not tryna make you all mine, yeah And no need to apologize, no But you gon' have to let this shit go, yeah
[Post-Chorus: Ariana Grande] Woo Yeah-eh-eh, yeah Yeah, yeah, yeah Yeah-eh-eh Yeah, yeah, yeah Yeah, yeah, yeah

About the Song

"bloodline" is a fan-favorite track from Ariana Grande's critically acclaimed album thank u, next (2019). The song blends pop, R&B, and trap elements with a prominent brass sample from "Maria Mari." It gained a massive resurgence on TikTok due to the viral bridge ("I know what you want...").

The track was written by Ariana Grande along with hitmakers Max Martin, ILYA, and Savan Kotecha. It opens with a soundbite from Ariana's grandmother, Marjorie Grande, setting a tone of independence and high standards.

Meaning & Analysis

At its core, "bloodline" is an anthem about casual relationships and setting strict boundaries. Ariana is telling a partner that while she is attracted to them and wants to have a "good time," she is not looking for a long-term commitment or a deeper connection.

  • The "Bloodline" Metaphor: By saying "Don't want you in my bloodline," she explicitly means she doesn't see this person as part of her future family tree (i.e., marriage or children).
  • Friends with Benefits: The lyrics "Just wanna have a good time... no need to apologize" emphasize a guilt-free, fun fling without emotional strings attached.
  • Independence: Coming after a high-profile breakup, the song reflects a period where Ariana prioritized her own satisfaction and freedom over settling down.

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