Selfish (feat. Conor Maynard)

In 'Selfish,' Anth and Conor Maynard delve into the complexities of a tumultuous relationship marked by love, regret, and selfishness. The song opens with Conor Maynard's poignant lines about a partner's emotional pain, symbolized by makeup running down her cheek. This imagery sets the tone for a narrative where both parties are aware of the toxicity in their relationship but are too entangled to let go. The lyrics reflect a deep sense of self-awareness, as the narrator admits to not deserving his partner and acknowledges his selfishness in wanting to keep her despite the harm caused.

Anth's verses add another layer to the story, recounting the initial impact of their meeting and the subsequent decline of their relationship. He describes the emotional rollercoaster they both experience, oscillating between love and hate, and the futile attempts to change each other. The lyrics highlight the internal conflict of wanting to be better but failing to show love in a meaningful way. This struggle is encapsulated in the repeated lines about not knowing how to show love, despite feeling it deeply.

The chorus, sung by Conor Maynard, reinforces the theme of selfishness. The narrator knows he should let his partner go for her own good but is too possessive to see her with someone else. This sentiment is echoed in Anth's verses, where he admits to turning small issues into significant problems and being too preoccupied with his own life to prioritize the relationship. The song captures the painful reality of being stuck in a cycle of love and hurt, where both parties are too afraid to be alone but also unable to make each other happy.