Funny
Gerald Levert Lyrics
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It's gonna be one of them days, huh
I could feel it, uh
On a day like today
I got out of bed, and upped and went my way
Tryin' to find some peace within
But there ain't no rest for a weary man
Everything seems to get me down (get me down)
Looking everywhere just to find a smile
Then the phone rings and an angel sings
Hello (Hello)
And it's funny you should call today
It's been too long, thought you just moved on
And it's funny you should call today
You always found a way to make my day
Girl, tell me how is your family
I can't believe that you thought of me, baby
Baby, my heart is beating fast
You don't know how much I missed our past, yeah, yeah
Seen a friend around a month or so
She said you're doin' well, you've got it goin' on
Then the phone rings and an angel sings
Hello (Hello)
And it's funny you should call today
It's been too long, thought you just moved on
And it's funny you should call today
You always found a way to make my day
Baby, it's like you know when I was down and out, yeah
Like in the past when you would bail me out, baby baby
And I just want to, wanna thank you, girl
Just to hear your voice girl, it changed my world
And it's funny you should call today
It's been too long, thought you just moved on
And it's funny you should call today
You always found a way to make my day
Ain't it funny you should call today
I think about you often, baby, yeah, yeah
And it's funny you should call today
We can just be friends, babe
Ain't got to be your man, no way, no way
Said it's funny (funny)
Funny you should call me (funny you should call me)
'Cause I've been thinkin' 'bout you, babe
I've been thinkin' 'bout you, I've been thinkin' 'bout you, baby
And it's funny (funny) you should call today
Funny you should call, funny you should call
(Said it's funny you should call today) Said call me, oh, baby, now, call me
Seems like you know when things are goin' wrong
The song "Funny" by Gerald Levert is a mid-tempo R&B track that talks about receiving an unexpected phone call from an ex-lover who the singer thought had moved on from him. The singer sets the mood right from the beginning, stating that it's going to be one of those days where nothing seems to be going right. He talks about how he is feeling down and trying to find peace within himself. However, just when he thinks that his day is going to be another bad one, he receives a call from his ex-girlfriend, who he hasn't spoken to in a long time. She just wanted to check in on him, which makes him happy, and he thanks her for calling.
As the song progresses, the singer talks about how the conversation with his ex-girlfriend makes him nostalgic about their past together. He also expresses how touched he was that she thought of him and how she always had a way of making his day. The singer is filled with emotions and has a lot to say to his ex-girlfriend, and she reciprocates. They both agree that they can be friends and need not be lovers. The song ends with the singer stating how strange it is that his ex-girlfriend called him today just when he was feeling low.
Overall, "Funny" is a beautiful song about friendship, gratitude, and the power of human connections. The lyrics are straightforward, and the music is catchy, making it a perfect R&B track that everyone can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
Huh
Expressing a feeling of uncertainty or confusion
It's gonna be one of them days, huh
A premonition of a difficult day ahead
I could feel it, uh
A personal intuition of impending trouble
On a day like today
A specific day with a significant meaning to the artist
I got out of bed, and upped and went my way
Starting a new day with purpose and direction
Tryin' to find some peace within
Searching for inner calm amidst turmoil
But there ain't no rest for a weary man
No break for those who are tired and overworked
Everything seems to get me down (get me down)
Feeling oppressed by the challenges of life
Looking everywhere just to find a smile
Searching for something positive to focus on
Then the phone rings and an angel sings
Receiving an unexpected, uplifting phone call
Hello (Hello)
A greeting from the caller
And it's funny you should call today
Remarkable coincidence of the caller reaching out today
It's been too long, thought you just moved on
Surprised that the caller had not been in touch for a while
You always found a way to make my day
Grateful for the positive impact the caller always has
Girl, tell me how is your family
Expressing genuine interest in the well-being of the caller's family
I can't believe that you thought of me, baby
Feeling honored that the caller reached out after a long absence
Baby, my heart is beating fast
Feeling excited and emotional about the phone call
You don't know how much I missed our past, yeah, yeah
Revealing the depth of feelings for the caller and time spent together
Seen a friend around a month or so
Mentioning someone who informed about the caller's well-being
She said you're doin' well, you've got it goin' on
Being happy for the caller's success and good situation
And it's funny you should call today
Continuing the amazement of the coincidence of this call
Baby, it's like you know when I was down and out, yeah
Reflecting on the good timing of this uplifting call
Like in the past when you would bail me out, baby baby
Recalling the help of the caller in difficult situations before
And I just want to, wanna thank you, girl
Expressing gratitude for the caller and their contributions
Just to hear your voice girl, it changed my world
Feeling emotionally transformed and renewed by hearing the caller's voice
We can just be friends, babe
Clarifying intentions and options for the future relationship
Ain't got to be your man, no way, no way
Rejecting a formal romantic relationship, but still cherishing the caller's presence
Said it's funny (funny)
Reiterating the surprising coincidence of the call
Funny you should call me (funny you should call me)
Acknowledging the unexpected timing and content of the call
'Cause I've been thinkin' 'bout you, babe
Admitting to recent thoughts about the caller
I've been thinkin' 'bout you, I've been thinkin' 'bout you, baby
Further emphasizing the persistent and important role of the caller in the singer's life
And it's funny (funny) you should call today
Closing the song with this remarkable coincidence and the memorable conversation
Funny you should call, funny you should call
Repeating the main theme of the song as a final musical phrase
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Missing Link Music
Written by: FLEMUAL BROWN III, GERALD EDWARD LEVERT, NILES MCKINNEY, RANDALL C. BOWLAND
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@ronaldcarson6793
Gerald I did 24 years incarcerated and your music helped me through it through all of the ups and downs with my ex-wife as well as with my current wife and also even my kids and to this very day most of the songs that I resonate with chokes me up and gets me emotional because of the memories during the time I was listening to your music even when you were with your brother and cousin in the group LeVert! I truly miss you man you my greatest and the best forever to me rest in heaven f*** peace rest in heaven and I'll hold it down for you here you hold it down for me up there with my baby brother eclipse thank you Gerald you are the best and the greatest and your music going to keep us going forever and ever and your pops is the man as well LOL still mobbing in his senior years! Love you man!💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
@ronaldcarson6793
Hope you like my reply girl I'm about to hang out at the G-Spot you dig?🤑Love you mane! 💯👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@ronaldcarson6793
I meant to say I'm talk texting so it was supposed to say I hope you like my reply Gerald not girl 🤣
@twontwon2807
Well alright then!! You just got me choked up!! Man, this brings back so many memories (beautiful ones). Thanks for this heartfelt comment!! This is beautiful!! Take care and stay safe!! 😊🙏🏽💙
@tomluvsshe
It's 2020 and this song still resonates! Gerald was a musical & lyrical genius! Definitely gone too soon! RIP Gerald and Sean Levert!
@carilynevance488
This video is sooooo haunting...LOVE the song, but HATE this video...RIP Big Daddy...gone but never to be forgotten....
@ladennayoung2939
@@carilynevance488 Yeah. I don't care for the video either. It's odd since he passed away shortly after this song came out.
@trincechapman9660
@@carilynevance488 aa
@darnell899
@@ladennayoung2939 This song came out in 2002. He passed away in 2006.
@staejaye1910
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