Released: 2017 • Features: Travis Scott
“Love Galore” by SZA featuring Travis Scott is an introspective examination of an ending relationship, full of regret and accusation. The song portrays the complexity of a romantic involvement that continues to linger, despite its toxicity and emotional turmoil.
The song kicks off with SZA expressing her desperate need for love. She’s saying love, not sex or temporary affection, but real, deep, emotional connection is what she seeks. Despite her statement of being “done with these niggas”, a phrase representing her frustration with the games men play, she questions her former lover’s intentions — why is he still bothering her when he clearly has someone else? SZA’s use of “skrt” here is significant, it’s slang often used in hip-hop to indicate leaving or disregarding something or someone. So when she says “skrt skrt on niggas”, she’s expressing her want to move on from these disappointing encounters.
The chorus is a reiteration of her need for love, while at the same time, revealing how the relationship was one-sided. He would do whatever she wanted, and give her whatever she needed, indicating that he was trying to keep her satisfied but not necessarily providing the love she needed.
Travis Scott’s verse adds another dimension to the narrative. Portrayed as the former lover, he admits to leaving her “in a wreck” and “in a mess”, solidifying SZA’s earlier sentiments. When Scott mentions “Mo City”, he’s referencing Missouri City, Texas, his hometown, perhaps to give more authenticity to his account.
The track culminates with SZA confessing how difficult it is for her to completely let go, with love being the only thing keeping her connected. The phrase “speak up for yourself” at the end provokes a sense of self-empowerment, indicating that if she doesn’t voice out her feelings, others will take advantage of her silence.
“Love Galore” is a potent exploration of an emotionally complex relationship, layered with deep-seated desires, needs, and frustrations. It portrays the bitter reality of unrequited love and the difficulty of moving on, resonating with listeners who have experienced a similar emotional journey.
