Rock The Boat
Aaliyah Lyrics


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Boy, you know you make me float
Boy, you really get me high (ooh)
I feel like I'm on dope
'Cause you, you serve me on a regular (you serve me on a regular)
Boy, we need to tie this rope
Before we drift any deeper (before we drift any deeper)
There now hold me close
Boy, let's take this overboard now

I want you to rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat (yeah)
Work it in the middle
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle
Change positions for me (change positions)
New positions, new position, new position
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me

Ooh, baby, I love your stroke
'Cause you, 'cause you get me where I'm going
('Cause you get me where I'm going, yeah)
And truly you'll get my vote
'Cause I believe
I believe you know just what you're doing now
Baby, now we can coast (let's coast, let's coast)
Let's don't get in a hurry (no, no)
That's too slow (hey, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Go ahead and put that thing in overdrive

I want you to rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat (hey)
Work it in the middle (work it, baby, work it, baby)
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me

I want you to rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat (hey)
Work it in the middle
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle (hey, hey)
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me (yeah)

Stroke it for me
Hmm, stroke it, baby, stroke it, baby
Hmm, work it it, baby, work it, baby
Ooh, stroke it
There is something I want you to do for me

I want you to use yourself (hey)
Like you never ever used it before (never)
To explore my body (explore it, baby)
Until you reach the shore (yeah)
You'll be calling, calling for more (callin')

Rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat
Work it in the middle
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle
(Work it, baby, work it, baby)
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me (baby)

I want you to rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat
Work it in the middle
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle (work it, yeah)
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position (change)
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me (yeah), stroke it for me, stroke it for me

Rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat
Work the middle, work the middle
Work the middle, work the middle
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me





Rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat

Overall Meaning

In Aaliyah's "Rock the Boat," the lyrics describe the intense physical attraction and chemistry between the singer and her lover. Aaliyah sings about how her lover makes her feel, comparing it to the feeling of being on drugs, and how she needs him to tie a rope before they drift any deeper. The chorus is about how the singer wants her lover to take control and "rock the boat" physically and sexually in order to reach new heights of pleasure. The lyrics are explicit and sensual, but also empowering as Aaliyah expresses her desire for pleasure and her willingness to explore her body.


The song was released in 2001 as part of Aaliyah's third studio album and was her final single before her tragic death. It was produced by Eric Seats and Rapture Stewart and written by Stewart, Seats, and Static Major. "Rock the Boat" reached number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart. The single was a commercial success and helped solidify Aaliyah's status as an icon in the R&B and pop world.


Line by Line Meaning

Boy, you know you make me float
The boy has a special power over her that makes her feel light and free.


Boy, you really get me high (ooh)
The boy's actions and presence cause her to feel euphoric.


I feel like I'm on dope
The boy's effect on her is similar to that of drugs.


'Cause you, you serve me on a regular (you serve me on a regular)
She needs him consistently in her life like a regular serving of a necessary substance.


Boy, we need to tie this rope
They need to establish a strong connection and commitment before things get too intense.


Before we drift any deeper (before we drift any deeper)
Before they fall too deeply in love or become too emotionally invested.


There now hold me close
She wants him to physically show her affection and hold her tightly.


Boy, let's take this overboard now
She wants to take their relationship to the next level and experience new, exciting things together.


I want you to rock the boat (rock the boat)
She wants him to take the lead in their relationship and take risks with her.


Work it in the middle
She wants him to engage in physical acts with her in a mutually pleasurable way.


Change positions for me (change positions)
She wants to explore different physical positions with him to keep their relationship exciting and new.


Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
She wants him to touch her intimately and give her pleasure.


Ooh, baby, I love your stroke
She enjoys the way he touches her.


'Cause you, 'cause you get me where I'm going
His touch brings her pleasure and satisfaction.


And truly you'll get my vote
She fully supports him and his actions because he knows how to satisfy her needs.


Cause I believe
She trusts him and his abilities to make decisions for them.


I believe you know just what you're doing now
She trusts that he knows how to satisfy her and keep their relationship fun and exciting.


Baby, now we can coast (let's coast, let's coast)
They can take a break and relax now that they have established a strong connection and are enjoying each other's company.


Let's don't get in a hurry (no, no)
They don't need to rush things and can take their time building a strong relationship.


That's too slow (hey, yeah, yeah, yeah)
They also don't want to be too slow and stagnant in their relationship.


Go ahead and put that thing in overdrive
They can decide to go full speed ahead if they want to.


There is something I want you to do for me
She has a request for him.


I want you to use yourself (hey)
She wants him to use his body in a way that pleases her.


Like you never ever used it before (never)
She wants him to try new things and explore new ways of pleasuring her.


To explore my body (explore it, baby)
She wants him to pay close attention to her body and explore all her sensitive areas.


Until you reach the shore (yeah)
She wants him to continue pleasuring her until she is fully satisfied and reaches her peak.


You'll be calling, calling for more (callin')
She knows she will want more of his intimate touch.


Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle
She wants him to continue being intimate with her and work his way to her most sensitive parts.


Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat
She wants him to take control of their relationship and introduce some new, exciting experiences that will make it feel like they're on a boat that's being rocked.


Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me
She wants him to continue touching her intimately and giving her pleasure.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Stephen Garrett, Eric Seats, Rapture N Stewart

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Who’s watching in 2024?!
We miss you Aaliyah ✨💖⭐️💖✨

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Yess!! 😢 ❤❤ we miss you Aaliyah

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Me! And her makeup still looks flawless and beautiful despite the fact that makeup techniques have changed.

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@mattflashh8119

We’re all getting older watching her stay forever young… 💔

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So true. Say it again

@vinny3136

DAMN SAD ASF WHEN YOU SAY IT LIKE THAT

@vinny3136

We’re never gonna see what she woulda looked like in her older ages smh worse loss ever

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