I Should Be
Dru Hill Lyrics
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I see it in your face
And I know that's not the man that you really want
You know
So if you see me talkin'
Just come see me
I'm a better man any way
Lies and deceit
I know you feel this with your man
'Cause within all I see is crying
I should be your boyfriend
(I should be your boyfriend)
?Cause you know he's lyin'
(?Cause you know he's lyin')
It might seem like I'm hating
(Might seem like I'mhating)
But girl, I'm just relating
Step one, walk through that door
Step two, tell him
He's not like he was before
You don't love him anymore
Round three, come to me
Step four, I'll love you more
You will see how love should be
But there's more steps to complete
Remember the time
When he tried to be the one
Who would give all you deserved
Now he's not trying
I should be your boyfriend
(I should be your boyfriend)
'Cause you know he's lyin'
('Cause you know he's lyin')
It might seem like I'm hating
(Might seem like I'mhating)
But girl, I'm just relating, take step one
Step one, walk through that door
Step two, tell him
He's not like he was before
You don't love him anymore
Round three, come to me
Step four, I'll love you more
You will see how love should be
But there's more steps to complete
You're what I'm lookin' for
Our love can mean much more
Than what he's givin' you
But you must let him know
That you can't take no more
Replace him with me
Someone to lend out his shoulder
That believes in someone deserves it
You can't figure out, what it's all about
Baby (Baby)
Step one, walk through that door
Step two, tell him
He's not like he was before
You don't love him anymore
Round three, come to me
Step four, I'll love you more
You will see how love should be
But there's more steps to complete
Step one, walk through that door
Step two, tell him
He's not like he was before
You don't love him anymore
Round three, come to me
Step four, I'll love you more
You will see how love should be
But there's more steps to complete
The song "I Should Be..." by Dru Hill is about a man who is in love with a woman who is currently in a relationship with another man. The singer tells the woman that he can see she is not happy with her current situation and that he could be a better partner for her. The lyrics suggest that the woman's current partner is unfaithful to her and doesn't treat her well. The singer offers himself as an alternative for her, urging her to leave her current partner and be with him instead.
The song is written in a very catchy and upbeat R&B style that combines elements of soul and pop music. The melody is infectious, and the lyrics have a powerful emotional impact that makes the song resonate with listeners. The chorus of the song is particularly effective, repeating the phrase "I should be your boyfriend" over and over again, driving home the message that the singer believes that he is the better choice for the woman.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl, I know he ain't takin' care of you
I can see that your current partner is not treating you well
I see it in your face
Your emotions and expressions clearly show that you're not satisfied with him
And I know that's not the man that you really want
It's evident that the person you truly desire is not the one you're with right now
So if you see me talkin'
If you notice me around, having a conversation
Just come see me
Feel free to approach me and talk to me anytime
I'm a better man any way
I believe I am a superior man, compared to your current partner
Lies and deceit
Your relationship is filled with dishonesty
I know you feel this with your man
I understand that you experience this pain and dishonesty with your partner
'Cause within all I see is crying
I can sense that you are deeply hurt and sad inside
I should be your boyfriend
I believe I am the ideal partner for you
(I should be your boyfriend)
(I should be your boyfriend)
?Cause you know he's lyin'
Because you are aware that he is not truthful
(?Cause you know he's lyin')
(Because you know he's lying)
It might seem like I'm hating
You may think I am negatively biased against him
(Might seem like I'm hating)
(Might seem like I'm hating)
But girl, I'm just relating
I am simply empathizing and connecting with you
Step one, walk through that door
The first step is to leave him
Step two, tell him
Inform him that your feelings have changed
He's not like he was before
You are no longer attracted to him like earlier
You don't love him anymore
Your love for him has vanished
Round three, come to me
The next step is to be with me
Step four, I'll love you more
Once you're with me, I promise to love you more
You will see how love should be
Our relationship will show you what true love feels like
But there's more steps to complete
However, there are additional actions required before we can fully be together
Remember the time
Recall the past when he tried to be the perfect partner
When he tried to be the one
When he attempted to be the ideal partner for you
Who would give all you deserved
And give you everything you rightfully deserve
Now he's not trying
Currently, he's not even making an effort
You're what I'm lookin' for
You are the one I've been searching for
Our love can mean much more
The love we share has the potential to become something extraordinary
Than what he's givin' you
Much better than what your current partner is providing
But you must let him know
However, first you must inform him of your decision
That you can't take no more
Tell him that you cannot tolerate this situation anymore
Replace him with me
Replace him with me as your new partner
Someone to lend out his shoulder
I will always be there for you, providing support
That believes in someone deserves it
I believe that you deserve to be treated with love, respect, and care
You can't figure out, what it's all about
You are confused and uncertain about this situation
Baby (Baby)
Darling (Darling)
Step one, walk through that door
Repeat of the first step, which is to leave him
Step two, tell him
Repeat of the second step, which is to inform him
He's not like he was before
Recollection of how he used to be
You don't love him anymore
Reminder of how your feelings have changed
Round three, come to me
Repeat of the third step, to be with me
Step four, I'll love you more
Repeat of the fourth step, to love you more
You will see how love should be
Repeat of the fifth step, what love should feel like
But there's more steps to complete
A reminder that there are still more actions required for our relationship to work out
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ALONZO JOYNER, CHRISTOPHER FEATHERSTONE, JERIEL ASKEW, MARK ANDREWS, MATTHEW FEATHERSTONE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
T Brown
Can this quality of music and vocals come back to the mainstream again… 🥺🙌🏾🙏🏾
Roxanne Miller
I, hope so I truly do I miss it.
Lazaro Alayon
I wish
Nicolas Henderson
Eaea
Cheri Dennis
Yes
Euqinom
Was it mainstream? Most R&B and hip hop wasn't so mainstream back then. The culture was within, our ppl supported our artist... The minute artist strived to go mainstream the culture of R&B and hip hop got lost.
The reason there's no more R&B and hip hop is trash mostly.
2 Gay 2 Function
This song is so under rated. This whole album was fire and super slept on.
Marshan #DisneyDiva Thomas
Right
P Compton
Soooo true, it’s one of my faves❤️❤️
Social Media Boutique Podcast Network
Def Jam did not push it hard at all and they were already 1 foot out the door bc they were a rap label for the most part