98 Degrees (stylized as 98°) is an American pop and R&B vocal group consist… Read Full Bio ↴98 Degrees (stylized as 98°) is an American pop and R&B vocal group consisting of four vocalists: the group's founding member Jeff Timmons, brothers Nick Lachey and Drew Lachey, and Justin Jeffre. The group was formed by Timmons in Los Angeles, California, although all of its members originate from Ohio.

Unlike most boy bands, they formed independently and were later picked up by a record label, rather than being assembled by a label or a producer. They have sold over 10 million records worldwide and achieved eight top 40 singles in the U.S. In the late 90s to the early 00s, the group reached top-five on the Billboard Hot 100 with the songs "Give Me Just One Night (Una Noche)", "Because of You", "The Hardest Thing" and "Thank God I Found You" (with Mariah Carey and Joe); the latter as featured artists, topping the chart also making it their first and only number-one song.

The group reunited for a one-time performance at Mixtape Festival in Hershey, PA in August 2012. After the performance, the reunion expanded into a new album and a spot on "The Package" tour in 2013.

I Wanna Love You
98º Lyrics

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I tell you over and over, baby
That you don't know how you make me feel
I wanna know if it's alright
If I let you know what's the deal

Oh I, oh I, oh I wanna love you
I wanna love you in a very real way
Oh I, oh I, oh I wanna love you

Just tell 'em how you want it, girl
And let me prove that my love is true
There ain't a thing that I won't try
'Cause I know I'll be good to you
(Here's what I wanna do)

I wanna know what you like
I wanna make you feel alright
I wanna feel the way that lovers do
I wanna make sweet love to you

Oh I, oh I, oh I wanna love you

I wanna love you in a very real way
Oh I, oh I, oh I wanna love you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to 98º's song I Wanna Love You express the desire of the singer to love someone in a very real and intimate way. The song starts with the singer telling their lover that they don't know how much they make them feel. It's an expression of the singer's desire to be honest and open with their feelings. They then ask if it's okay to let their significant other know what's on their mind.

The chorus of the song expresses the singer's desire to love their significant other in a very real way. They want to know what their lover likes and make them feel good. They express a desire to feel what lovers feel and to make sweet love to them. The verses and the chorus of the song focus on this central theme of love that's both honest and deeply intimate.

The bridge of the song tells the lover to tell them how they want it and to let them prove that their love is true. It's a sweet gesture and an expression of the singer's willingness to go the extra mile for their lover. Overall, the song is an expression of deep love and the desire for a connection that's both physical and emotional.

Line by Line Meaning

I tell you over and over, baby
I keep telling you repeatedly, my dear

That you don't know how you make me feel
You're unaware of how strong my emotions for you are

I wanna know if it's alright
May I ask for your permission?

If I let you know what's the deal
If I confess my feelings to you

Just tell 'em how you want it, girl
Express your desires and needs to me, my lady

And let me prove that my love is true
Give me a chance to demonstrate my sincerity towards you

There ain't a thing that I won't try
I'm willing to attempt anything to satisfy you

'Cause I know I'll be good to you
I'm confident that I'll treat you with kindness and respect

I wanna know what you like
Could you share with me your preferences?

I wanna make you feel alright
My goal is to bring you happiness and contentment

I wanna feel the way that lovers do
I aspire to experience the profound love that true partners share