Temptations
2Pac/Digital Underground Lyrics
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I can help ya if ya only, let me touch ya
If I'm wrong love tell me, 'cause I get caught up
And the life I live is Hell see, I never thought I'd see
The day when I would calm down, you ain't heard
I've been known to clown and Get Around, that's my word
See you walkin' and you lookin' good, yes indeed
Got a body like a sex fiend, you're killin' me
'Cause I hate when you act like, you don't know me
I've be stressin' in the spotlight, I want the fame
But the industry's a lot like, a crap game
Ain't no time for commitment, I gotta go
Can't be with you every minute miss, another show
And even though I'm known for my one night stand
(Look here) I wanna be an honest man, but temptations go
Throw up the finger! And all my homies go
Throw them the finger! Ya know what baby it's like
I know you've been searchin' for someone
To make you happy, and get the job done
You say you needed, a man with money
But I can't be there, and will you still care
Will I cheat or will I be committed, heaven knows
Gettin' weak and I wanna hit it, so here I go
In my ride and I'm all in, gettin' high
I can hear the people callin', I'm passin' by
Everybody knows I'm ballin', and to God
Gotta keep myself from fall-in, but it's hard
All the cuties know I'm under pressure, what do I do
Gettin' shaky when she pull the dress up, and say it's cool
Should I stroke or should I wait a while, you decide
If you tell me that you don't want it, that's a lie
Move close and let me whisper, some dirty words
In your ears as I kiss ya, on every curve
Slow down baby don't rush, I like it slow
Can't hold it any longer, so let it go
Open the gates to your waterfall up in heaven
And don't worry, I let myself in, all I heard was
Give em the finger!
All my homies go, throw your fingers up
That's just the Thug in me girl, you know
Peep out all my homies, y'know, it's like
I know you've been searchin' for someone
To make you happy, and get the job done
You say you needed, a man with money
But I can't be there, and will you still care
A lotta people think it's easy, to settle down
Got a woman that'll please me, in every town
I don't wanna but I gotta do it, the temptation
Got me ready to release the fluid, sensation
Sit down and conversate like you know me, take my hand
Cause even Thugs get lonely, understand
Even the hardest of my homies need attention
Catch you blowin' up the telephone, reminiscin'
I wanna take you to the movies, and the park
Let's find a spot for you to do me, in the dark
Now that it's passion, hold me tight
Don't need lights, I can see you by the moonlight
I know your man ain't lovin' you right
You're lonely and depressed you need a Thug in your life
Enough talkin', you want me to leave, I'll get to walkin'
See you later, cause baby I'm a player, and all I heard was
In the song Temptations, 2Pac/Digital Underground talks about his struggles with fame and commitment while also addressing the desire he has for a woman. Throughout the song, he mentions the temptations that he faces from different women while being in the spotlight. He talks about the pressure that he faces from the industry and the challenges of being committed to just one woman. The song also touches on the issue of money and how it can sometimes cause people to be superficial when it comes to relationships.
The lyrics of the song reflect the complex nature of 2Pac's life, as he was constantly facing temptations and trying to navigate the challenges of being in the music industry. The song also touches on themes of loneliness, as he talks about how even the hardest of his homies need attention and how he wants to be an honest man but temptations go.
One of the most interesting things about the song Temptations is that it features a prominent sample from the song Computer Love by Zapp & Roger. Another interesting fact about the song is that it was released as a single in 1995 and became a top 40 hit in the US. The song was also included on 2Pac's posthumous album Greatest Hits.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me baby are you lonely? Don't wanna rush ya
I am curious about your loneliness and I do not want to pressure you
I can help ya if ya only, let me touch ya
I can provide assistance if you allow me to become intimate with you
If I'm wrong love tell me, 'cause I get caught up
Please correct me if I am wrong because sometimes I am confused
And the life I live is Hell see, I never thought I'd see The day when I would calm down, you ain't heard I've been known to clown and Get Around, that's my word
My life is chaotic and difficult but I never thought I would ever be calm. You know me, I am known for my wild behavior and promiscuity.
See you walkin' and you lookin' good, yes indeed Got a body like a sex fiend, you're killin' me With your attitude to match right, don't be phony
I see you walking and you look amazing. Your attractive appearance and personality are driving me crazy. Don't try to fake it
Cause I hate when you act like, you don't know me I've be stressin' in the spotlight, I want the fame But the industry's a lot like, a crap game
I hate it when you act as if you don't recognize me. The fame is what I want but the entertainment industry is very risky like gambling.
Can't be with you every minute miss, another show And even though I'm known for my one night stand (Look here) I wanna be an honest man, but temptations go
I cannot always spend time with you, I have to perform at my next show. Although I am known for my casual relationships, I want to be truthful; however, it is challenging to resist temptation.
You say you needed, a man with money But I can't be there, and will you still care
You claim you want a man with wealth, but I cannot fulfill that requirement, would you still love me?
A lotta people think it's easy, to settle down Got a woman that'll please me, in every town I don't wanna but I gotta do it, the temptation Got me ready to release the fluid, sensation
Many people believe that it's simple to be monogamous, but I have women who can satisfy me anywhere. I don't want to cheat, but the temptation entices me to gratify my desires.
Now that it's passion, hold me tight Don't need lights, I can see you by the moonlight I know your man ain't lovin' you right You're lonely and depressed you need a Thug in your life
Now that we are passionate, hug me tightly even in the darkness, the moon provides enough light for me. I know that your partner is neglecting you, and you are unhappy, therefore, you require a thug to comfort you.
Enough talkin', you want me to leave, I'll get to walkin' See you later, cause baby I'm a player, and all I heard was
Enough chatter if you want me to leave, I can go. Until next time, remember that I'm a player, and that's all anyone could be talking about.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GEORGE S CLINTON, OSTEN HARVEY, OSTEN S HARVEY, SHIRLEY MURDOCK, TUPAC AMARU SHAKUR, LARRY TROUTMAN, ROGER TROUTMAN
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@Libertoso
Aint it beautiful to see this guy smiiling throughout the whole video?
@NateXVII
he looks sad at some parts
@givethanks01
+SantEurosia like cam newton
@masonbentley3256
+Cold North gtfo
@NaughtyNotorious
That's nothing
@DirtySoap973
everything he's been through....yes it's amazing seeing him smile shows you that you shouldn't be sad all the time and enjoy life
@th3rdeye171
2pac isn't dead he is alive when I press play
@lightupdarkness
Unfortunately
@SparksOnTheRoad
Basically
@angelaglancy4946
Exactly