Don't Rush
Silk Lyrics
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Do you like,
Do you like,
Do you like what you see.
[x2]
[Oooe]
[Chorus]
Don't rush, baby don't rush.[hey hey hey, Oo-eeey]
Don't rush, baby don't rush.[hey hey hey, Oo-oo-ooeey]
Don't rush, baby don't rush.[hey hey hey, Ooh-yea-eh oooe]
Don't rush, baby don't rush.[Do you like what you see]
[Verse One]
I know its after midnight, baby.
You said you've gotta be to work at eight,
I'm feelin kinda kinky right now baby,
I'm tellin you, you might have to be late.
[Whoe-oooe don't rush me]
[Chorus]
don't rush, baby don't rush.[Ooh no...]
[I want to take my time and do it right]<---{sung over the second line}
Don't rush, baby don't rush.[Oohooh yeah baby]
Don't rush, baby don't rush.[Dont rush me yeah]
[I want to take my time and do it right]<---{sung over the fourth line}
Don't rush, baby don't rush.
[Verse two]
[Ooohooe Oohoooe Ooh]
When I'm in my grove I want to make you move, baby.
I want to take my time, and give you good lovin again, Girlfriend.
'cause nobody else, baby.
Gurl you are so fine.
Your love's, constantly on my mind, baby.
[Bridge]
You'll never know. [You'll never know baby]
How far, we'll go. [Just how far we'll go]
I'm keepin it strong. [Keepin it stong]
All night long. [All night long]
All night long. [All night long]
All night long. [Oh ooh oooh!]
Do you like, [Dont rush] <---{sung over}
Do you like, [Baby don't rush]
Do you like what you see.
{x2}
Do you like,
Do you like,
Do you like what you see.
{x2}
[Chorus till fade]
Silk's song "Don't Rush" is a sensual R&B ballad that explores the theme of taking things slow in a romantic relationship. The song opens with a repeated question "Do you like what you see?", which sets the tone for the rest of the song, where the singer asks his lover to slow down and enjoy the moment. In the first verse, the singer acknowledges that his lover has work in the morning but expresses his desire to take his time and enjoy their intimacy, indicating that they should not rush. The singer's tone in the song is smooth and seductive, drawing the listener into the mood of the song.
In the chorus and throughout the song, the line "Don't rush, baby don't rush" is repeated four times. The repetition drives home the message that taking time to enjoy intimacy is important, and rushing through it would diminish the experience. In the second verse, the singer expresses his desire to make the listener move and take his time to give her good loving again, emphasizing the importance of a slow, sensual experience.
Overall, the song is a passionate and sensual ballad, urging listeners to take their time when it comes to love and intimacy. The smooth, romantic tone of the song makes it a classic R&B ballad that listeners can slow dance to or enjoy as background music during a romantic evening.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you like,
Asking the listener if they appreciate what they see
Do you like,
Repeated question, still seeking approval
Do you like what you see.
Requesting an opinion on the visual presentation
Don't rush, baby don't rush.
Asking the partner to slow down, take their time
Don't rush, baby don't rush.
Repeating request for patience and attention
Don't rush, baby don't rush.
Third repetition, emphasizing importance of waiting
Don't rush, baby don't rush.
Final plea to avoid hurrying things along
I know its after midnight, baby.
Acknowledging the lateness of the hour
You said you've gotta be to work at eight,
Reminding the partner of their morning obligations
I'm feelin kinda kinky right now baby,
Expressing a desire for intimate activity
I'm tellin you, you might have to be late.
Hinting that the partner should prioritize staying with the singer
Don't rush me
Reiterating the need to slow down
don't rush, baby don't rush.
Repeat of the chorus to reinforce the message
I want to take my time and do it right
Explicitly stating the desire for a slow and thorough experience
Don't rush, baby don't rush.
Asking the partner again to avoid rushing
Don't rush, baby don't rush.
Repetition once again
Dont rush me yeah
Repeating the request to avoid rushing
I want to take my time and do it right
Final affirmation of desire for slow and deliberate actions
When I'm in my grove I want to make you move, baby.
Indicating the singer's desire to control the sexual encounter
I want to take my time, and give you good lovin again, Girlfriend.
Stating the preference for a slow and meticulous experience with the partner
'cause nobody else, baby.
Affirming that the artist is loyal and focused on the partner
Gurl you are so fine.
Complimenting the partner's appearance
Your love's, constantly on my mind, baby.
Expressing the singer's infatuation with the partner
You'll never know.
Stating that the depth of feelings cannot be understood
How far, we'll go.
Implying that there is more to the relationship than meets the eye
I'm keepin it strong.
Asserting that the singer is maintaining a positive attitude and dedication
All night long.
Expressing a desire to continue the experience through the night
All night long.
Repeat to emphasize the message
All night long.
Third repetition
Oh ooh oooh!
Vocalization of excitement and pleasure
Do you like,
Repeating the question from earlier
Do you like what you see.
Asking the partner for their assessment again
Do you like,
Second round of questioning
Do you like,
Final iteration of the question
Do you like what you see.
Asking one last time for the partner's opinion
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALTON "WOKIE" STEWART, GARY EUGENE JENKINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ninobrown5363
How Blessed were we to have Silk, Jodeci, H-Town and R. Kelly, All throughout the 90s, in our Teen Years and Young Adult Ages?
@johammond2020
Crazy!? That’s just wayyyy too much talent .. wow!??
@danzieltaylor6394
Man bruh I been saying the same thing 4 yr. It was like a competition between them from 91_2001 every yr one had something 4 the ladies. It just when r.kelly did down low that what gave him the edge over them guys but still was a competition that why he had to do so many remixes off 12 play
@musiclover-cn7tb
Lol I just listened to Keith before coming here and you can't forget Aaron Hall.
@derrickchipp8366
Don't know about r Kelly but the rest I can totally deal with
@derrickchipp8366
Don't know about R Kelly but the rest is all good
@JessieRoby
This group never disappoints. Had their albums and wore them out. They are a beast.
@samadaali3003
90's r&b and hip hop best era in music hands down
@snowpoodie2870
Slik Is One Of My Favorite RNB Groups Of All-time Period Real Talk
@nicolebrown1927
Sho nuff!!!😁🎶🎤🎶💙