Naked (Love) Lyrics
[Verse 1]
I’ma strip off all my clothes
I’ma let you see me
I’ma wipe off this face
And show you who I really am
My world was full of smoke and mirrors
Red pill, I’ma take it
Come with me while
[Pre-Chorus]
I can feel it pulling me back, don’t wanna go back
I used to be up in the clouds
I’m choosing my reality now ’cause
[Chorus]
I just wanna be naked, naked, naked
Seeing me for the first time
I just wanna be naked, naked, naked
Showing my inside
Take it or leave it
It don’t much matter to me
‘Cause I’m gonna be naked, naked
For the first (Oh)
[Verse 2]
I had to find myself ’cause I lost myself, yeah, yeah
In the magic, what I thought was magic
Oh, this is my life
And I’m gonna live this shit (I’m gonna live this shit)
I’m gonna take my breath if I need to
Just breathe
[Pre-Chorus]
I can feel it pulling me back, don’t wanna go back
I used to be up in the clouds
I’m choosing my reality now ’cause
[Chorus]
I just wanna be naked, naked, naked
Seeing me for the first time
I just wanna be naked, naked, naked
Showing my inside
Take it or leave it
It don’t much matter to me
‘Cause I’m gonna be naked, naked
For the first
[Outro]
Reality
This is my reality
I have to breathe (Breathe)
I, I started to look in the mirror and not see me anymore
I was heartbroken
I’m human
But I’m better now
I took the red pill
Remember, all I’m offering is the truth
Nothing more
Summary of this Song Lyrics
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Naked (Love) Lyrics by Keri Hilson, is a powerful anthem of self-acceptance, transformation, and vulnerability. It follows the journey of someone who is shedding layers of illusion, fear, and societal expectations in order to embrace their true self. The imagery of stripping off clothes and wiping off a face symbolizes revealing one’s raw identity — both physically and emotionally.
In the first verse, the singer decides to discard all façades, likening their past life to being surrounded by “smoke and mirrors.” By taking the “red pill,” a reference to waking up to reality from “The Matrix”, they choose truth over comfort. This sets the tone for the theme of awakening and personal growth.
The pre-chorus and chorus reflect the emotional struggle and liberation that come with this decision. There’s a pull to return to the old, clouded version of self, but the singer is determined to live authentically. The repeated declaration, “I just wanna be naked,” is a metaphor for being emotionally transparent and unapologetically real.
The second verse speaks to the process of rediscovering oneself after losing touch with reality, perhaps due to chasing illusions or external validation. There’s empowerment in the realization that life is theirs to live fully, and healing begins with conscious breathing and grounding in the present moment.
The outro is intimate and reflective, acknowledging pain and heartbreak but also celebrating growth and resilience. The final lines echo the message of the red pill — embracing truth, no matter how uncomfortable, leads to genuine freedom.
Overall, the song is a personal and universal message about breaking free from illusions, embracing authenticity, and finding power in vulnerability. It invites listeners to accept themselves wholly, scars and all, and to live life on their own terms.
WE NEED TO TALK: LOVE (Tracklist)
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1. Grateful (Intro)
2. Naked (Love)
3. Searchin
4. Somethin (Bout U)
5. Bae
6. Scream
7. Whatever
8. Weigh Me Down
9. Say That
Naked (Love) (MV)
Audio Credits & Details
Artist : Keri Hilson
Album : WE NEED TO TALK: LOVE
Lyricist : Keri Hilson, Tiffany Fred
Musicians : Danja
Label : Keri Hilson
Genre: R&B
Date: April 18, 2025
