In 2003, news of her third album hit with various album title changes throughout the year from Ride Again: 7/2 to Two Can Play That Game. During this year, Howard also starred in an an independent film called Casanova's Demise co-starring Greg Horos.
In 2004, Howard officially released her third album, The Second Coming, under Rufftown Records. With the distribution label and the record label in conflict, the album suffered without much publicity — it was mostly limited to the music video for "Nasty Grind" playing on BET during early morning hours. Despite the lack of publicity, it sold over 40,000 copies.
In 2005, Howard intended to release The Second Coming: Remixed but that project was shelved to make way for a new full-length album, Private Show. Along with a new album, Howard worked with Walid Azami to bring documentaries for her fansite. This was an attempt to explain her side of the story and show her fans how the album was made.
The promo single, "Phone Sex", was released in September 2006. After some delays, Howard's third album was released on June 27, 2007 with the lead single, "L.O.V.A." It managed to peak #17 on iTunes R&B music sales chart. However, the album missed the Billboard 200 and R&B Albums chart altogether; overall, it sold only a few thousand copies. Shortly thereafter, Howard and Arsenal Records parted ways. On September 25, 2009, an independent compilation, "Independent Soul Divas 2" was issued on Lola Waxx Records. This compilation features "What Do I Do", a song recorded by Howard in 2008. The version included on the compilation is different from the version originally featured on her official MySpace profile.
According to Howard's official website, in addition to getting married, she went back to school to study culinary arts, and she is in the early stages of creating a possible fourth studio album.
You Got Me Humpin'
Adina Howard Lyrics
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You got me humpin' day and night, oh baby
Oh oh oh
You got me humpin' day and night, oh baby
(When you go let me know, so come and check the flow)
Oh oh oh
(Comin' from the west, west coast)
You got me humpin' day and night, oh baby
Oh oh oh
(Comin' from the west, west coast)
It's all about the dog in me
It's all about the freak in me
'Cause that's how we kick it on the west coast
And if it's love that you want
Then that's what I'll give
(That is, if you can handle it)
'Cause you know you got me humpin, yeah, yeah, yeah
Hey girl, how ya doin'?
Damn, ya look fine
All I need is one chance
For me to make you mine
Plus I'll wine and dine
Even treat you right
And I give you what you want
All day and night
'Cause, uh, it's plain to see
Ya need to be with me
A night with LSD is like pure ecstacy
So, yo, let me know how I can be down
'Cause I got what you need
When you humpin' around
You got me humpin' day and night, oh baby
(When you go let me know, so come and check the flow)
Oh oh oh
(Comin from the west, west coast)
You got me humpin' day and night, oh baby
(When you go let me know, so come and check the flow)
Oh oh oh
(Comin' from the west, west coast)
Baby, it's on tonight
Everythangs gonna be alright
Just don't be afraid of me
See, I got what you want
You got what I need, babe
Ooh yeah, babe
So come and take a ride with me
Peeped her on the street
In the drop-top Beamer
Didn't have to ask her name
Her license plate said Adina
Cracked on the digits
Said she had a man
But gave me her beeper number
So I knew she was wit' it
Fly little honey with that west coast flavor
She told me to leave a 6-9 when I page her
That's a knee-deep
Freak of the week
I know it's all, word is bond
To the break of dawn
And I'm gone, baby
You got me humpin' day and night, oh baby
(When you go let me know, so come and check the flow)
Oh oh oh
(Comin from the west, west coast)
You got me humpin' day and night, oh baby
(When you go let me know, so come and check the flow)
Oh oh oh
Adina Howard’s song “You Got Me Humpin’” speaks about the sexual desire and passion that she feels for her lover. The lyrics “You got me humpin' day and night” demonstrate how the sexual stimulation she receives from her partner is constantly on her mind. There is a sense of urgency conveyed in the lyrics “When you go let me know, so come and check the flow” which shows that Adina’s sexual appetite is insatiable and she relies on her partner to satisfy her needs. This is further accentuated by the lyrics “It's all about the dog in me. It's all about the freak in me” which suggests that she is extremely adventurous in her sexual escapades.
The song has a strong west coast hip hop vibe, which is evident in the lyrics “Comin' from the west, west coast”. The use of LSD is also referenced in the lyrics “A night with LSD is like pure ecstasy” which suggests that the song is set in the early 90s when it was a popular recreational drug. Adina expresses her desire to be with her partner through the lyrics “If it's love that you want, then that's what I'll give (That is, if you can handle it)” which suggests that she wants to explore deeper emotional connections with her lover.
Adina also boasts about her sexual prowess in the lyrics “'Cause, uh, it's plain to see. Ya need to be with me” which presents her as a confident and assertive woman. The song culminates with Adina expressing her willingness to take her lover on a ride of passion through the lyrics “So come and take a ride with me”.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh oh oh
Sound of pleasure and satisfaction.
You got me humpin' day and night, oh baby
You are making me feel sexually aroused all the time, my love.
When you go let me know, so come and check the flow
Please inform me when you leave so that I can take advantage of the situation and make love to you.
Comin' from the west, west coast
I am proud to be from the West Coast and represent its sexual culture.
It's all about the dog in me
My instinctual, beastly sexual desires drive my actions and desires.
It's all about the freak in me
My sexual adventurousness and desire for new experiences dominates my personality.
Cause that's how we kick it on the West Coast
This is how we express our sexuality on the West Coast and I am proud of it.
And if it's love that you want, then that's what I'll give
If you want a genuine emotional connection, I am willing to provide it.
(That is, if you can handle it)
But only if you are truly ready for the intensity of my love and passion.
'Cause you know you got me humpin, yeah, yeah, yeah
Your irresistible sex appeal is driving me wild and I cannot resist you.
Hey girl, how ya doin'?
Greetings, attractive female, how are you?
Damn, ya look fine
Wow, you are stunningly beautiful.
All I need is one chance
All I need is one opportunity to show you what I can offer as a partner.
For me to make you mine
For us to enter a romantic relationship.
Plus I'll wine and dine
I will take you on romantic dates and treat you with respect and courtesy.
Even treat you right
I will treat you with kindness and consideration.
And I give you what you want
I am willing to fulfill your sexual and emotional desires.
All day and night
At any time, day or night.
'Cause, uh, it's plain to see
It is obvious to anyone who sees you and me together.
Ya need to be with me
You belong with me and no one else.
A night with LSD is like pure ecstacy
Being with me is an intense, mind-altering experience that will bring you ultimate pleasure.
So, yo, let me know how I can be down
Please inform me how I can be a part of your life and make you happy.
'Cause I got what you need
I possess what you require emotionally and sexually in a partner.
When you humpin' around
When you are out exploring your sexuality in casual encounters, remember that I am here for you.
Baby, it's on tonight
Tonight is the night when our romantic relationship can develop into something more intimate.
Everythangs gonna be alright
Everything will turn out well between us, I promise.
Just don't be afraid of me
Do not fear my intense personality and sexual desires, as they are motivated by love and passion.
See, I got what you want
I possess the qualities and characteristics that you desire in a partner.
You got what I need, babe
You possess the traits and qualities that I desire in a partner.
Ooh yeah, babe
This makes me extremely happy and excited.
So come and take a ride with me
Let us explore our romantic and sexual connection together.
Peeped her on the street
I spotted her while walking down the road.
In the drop-top Beamer
She was driving a luxury sports car with the top down.
Didn't have to ask her name
I recognized her name from her license plate.
Her license plate said Adina
Her personalized license plate displayed her name, which is also the name of the artist performing this song.
Cracked on the digits
Managed to score her phone number.
Said she had a man
She is currently in a committed relationship with another man.
But gave me her beeper number
Despite this, she still provided me with a means of contacting her discreetly via pager.
So I knew she was wit' it
I interpreted this gesture as a sign that she was interested in pursuing a romantic or sexual relationship with me.
Fly little honey with that west coast flavor
She is an attractive woman with a distinctively West Coast style and personality.
She told me to leave a 6-9 when I page her
She suggested leaving a code number on her pager that symbolizes a specific sexual act and position.
That's a knee-deep
This is an explicit sexual reference that indicates deep penetration during intercourse.
Freak of the week
A sexual partner who is willing to experiment with different positions and techniques on a frequent basis.
I know it's all, word is bond
I know that she is a trustworthy sexual partner who will keep her promises.
To the break of dawn
We will continue engaging in sexual activity throughout the entire night, until dawn.
And I'm gone, baby
After spending the night with her, I will leave and move on to other partners.
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Written by: Jorge Corante, Livio Harris
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