The song features Mase's signature "monotone" flow, focusing on themes of wealth, commitment, and romance.
Watch the official music video directed by Joseph Kahn, which showcases the late-90s Bad Boy aesthetic: Mase [feat. Total] - What You Want (Official Music Video) Bad Boy Entertainment YouTube• Jun 25, 2014 Lyrical Themes & Meaning Mase - What You Want
: A blend of Rap and Contemporary R&B, specifically categorized as "Pop Rap". The song features Mase's signature "monotone" flow, focusing
: Mase expresses a desire to see his partner do well, mentioning future aspirations like having children or getting a "legal gig". : Mase expresses a desire to see his
: Produced by Nashiem Myrick of Bad Boy’s in-house team, The Hitmen, and co-written by Mase and Sean "Puffy" Combs.
: The song's foundation is a sample of "Right on for the Darkness" by Curtis Mayfield.