"Tell Him Somethin'" is a song by Joe Budden featuring Emanny. The song explores a complicated love triangle, where Joe Budden is involved with a woman who is in a relationship with another man. In the first verse, Joe encourages the woman to tell her partner something that will make him feel uneasy, such as the intimate moments they share or the connection between them. He questions whether it would matter to her partner or if it would shatter his world. In the second verse, Joe suggests that the woman tell her partner that she doesn't feel appreciated in their relationship and that being with him (Joe) alleviates that feeling. He highlights how he does things her partner wouldn't dare to do and implies that she should make her partner feel jealous or regretful. The hooks sung by Emanny reinforce the idea that the woman should communicate these things to her partner, emphasizing the contrast between the emotional connection she has with Joe and the lack of satisfaction she experiences in her current relationship. The bridge introduces the element of longing for Joe's presence while the woman is on the phone with her partner. It suggests that her body yearns for Joe and that their story is destined to end once they give in to their desires. The final hook, performed by Emanny, further emphasizes the need for the woman to express her dissatisfaction and desires to her partner. It suggests that if she tells him the truth about her feelings and experiences with Joe, their relationship will no longer exist. Overall, "Tell Him Somethin'" delves into the complexities of love, deception, and longing in a love triangle dynamic. It portrays Joe Budden as the alternative love interest offering a more fulfilling connection to the woman while urging her to be honest with her current partner.
