Show Me Baby
Barrence Whitfield & the Savages Lyrics


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When you walk in the house show me love (21)
It ain't even gotta be Valentine's Day
I'ma still leave some roses by the tub (on God)
Go through so much in the street
I just wanna come home to a meal and hug (straight up)
The opps wanna kill me, you wanna argue
I sleep in a trap and just thug (I swear)
But I'd rather you show me some love (21)

I'd rather you show me it's real (it's real)
I'd rather you tell me your feelings
Than act like I'm trippin' a high and appeal (on God)
Don't say that you crazy in love with me
'Cause being crazy could lead you to kill (fo' sho)
And money ain't nothing
There's people who happy in love
And behind on they bill (21)
And they haven't paid they mortgage in years (on God)
Let me help you fight your fears
Can't turn my back, when my grandma died man
You helped me wipe my tears (21)
Cold-hearted when I opened up
Man your love, was that a bear? (Too late)
By the time you realized it was PTSD
You ain't even care, damn

Show me love
Treat it like we freakin' on the weekend, show me love
I heat up the seconds, times and reasons for your love
This is not the season for nobody else but us
I always get wrapped up in you, baby, I'm in love
We gon' get this love like we never done it
Baby, I'm in love
Go 'head, show me love, like we never done it
Ooh, I got you runnin' every time I give you some
Show me love, love
Show me love, love

Show me love like, you see red lights
And you crashed in it like a deer inside of headlights
Yeah, I showed you love like it was passionate
I just wanna bask in it, winnin' it like a championship
You gon' show me love like, like you tried it and denied it
But you still let me apply it like I made you put your ties in
Show me love, even when you don't got time to
I'll be there to find ya, I'll remind ya

Show me love
Treat it like we freakin' on the weekend, show me love
I heat up the seconds, times and reasons for your love
This is not the season for nobody else but us
I always get wrapped up in you, baby, I'm in love
We gon' get this love, yeah, like we never done it
Baby, I'm in love
Go 'head, show me love, like we never done it
Ooh, I got you runnin' every time I give you some
Show me love, love, love, love, love
Show me love, love, love, love, love

Baby, you know what it is, yeah
You know what it is, yeah
You know what it is, yeah (yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah)
You know what it is, yeah (yeah-yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah)
Baby show me what it means to love (yeah)
What it is, yeah
You gon' show what it means to love (yeah)
What it is

Show me love
Treat it like we freakin' on the weekend, show me love
I heat up the seconds, times and minutes for your love
This is not the season for nobody else but us
I always get wrapped up, baby, baby, I'm in love
We gon' get this love, yeah (we gon' get it, get it)
Like we never done it (we never did it)
Baby, I'm in love (I'm in love)




Go 'head, show me love, like we never done it
Yeah, I got you runnin' every time I give you some, yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Show Me Love" by Barrence Whitfield & the Savages convey a desire for love and understanding in a tumultuous world. The singer longs for love and appreciation from their partner, emphasizing that it doesn't have to be a special occasion like Valentine's Day. They express their need for support and stability in a chaotic environment, wanting to come home to a comforting meal and embrace. The contrasting desires of their partner's love and the dangers they face on the streets are highlighted, with the singer emphasizing that they'd rather receive love than engage in arguments.


The second verse delves deeper into the complexities of love and relationships. The singer wants their partner to be honest about their feelings rather than pretending to be crazy in love. They stress that money is not the most important thing when it comes to love, referencing those who may be struggling financially but are still happy in their relationships. The singer further expresses their dedication to their partner, recalling a moment of vulnerability when their grandmother passed away and their partner helped them through their grief. However, they also express disappointment in their partner's lack of empathy and understanding of their struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).


Line by Line Meaning

When you walk in the house show me love (21)
When you enter the house, express your affection towards me.


It ain't even gotta be Valentine's Day
It doesn't have to be a specific occasion for you to show me love.


I'ma still leave some roses by the tub (on God)
Even in non-romantic moments, I will still leave gestures of love for you.


Go through so much in the street
I face many challenges and hardships outside of our home.


I just wanna come home to a meal and hug (straight up)
All I want is to return home to a comforting meal and embrace.


The opps wanna kill me, you wanna argue
While my enemies want to harm me, you choose to engage in conflict instead.


I sleep in a trap and just thug (I swear)
I live in a dangerous environment and adopt a tough attitude to survive.


But I'd rather you show me some love (21)
Despite everything, I truly desire your love and affection.


I'd rather you show me it's real (it's real)
I want you to prove that your love is genuine and authentic.


I'd rather you tell me your feelings
Share your emotions and thoughts with me openly.


Than act like I'm trippin' a high and appeal (on God)
Don't dismiss my concerns as mere paranoia or irrationality.


Don't say that you crazy in love with me
Don't claim to be deeply in love with me if your behavior is erratic and hazardous.


'Cause being crazy could lead you to kill (fo' sho)
Being mentally unstable can potentially drive you to commit harm.


And money ain't nothing
Money holds no true value or importance.


There's people who happy in love
There are individuals who find happiness in their relationships.


And behind on they bill (21)
Despite financial troubles, they still maintain their love.


And they haven't paid they mortgage in years (on God)
They have neglected their mortgage payments for a substantial period.


Let me help you fight your fears
Allow me to support and assist you in overcoming your anxieties.


Can't turn my back, when my grandma died man
I can't abandon you, especially when I was grieving the loss of my grandmother.


You helped me wipe my tears (21)
During my sorrow, you provided comfort by wiping away my tears.


Cold-hearted when I opened up
You showed a lack of empathy and compassion when I revealed my vulnerable side.


Man your love, was that a bear? (Too late)
Your supposed love felt distant and unfeeling, like encountering a bear.


By the time you realized it was PTSD
It was too late for you to recognize that it was post-traumatic stress disorder.


You ain't even care, damn
You didn't even show any concern or empathy, which is disappointing.


Treat it like we freakin' on the weekend, show me love
Demonstrate love towards me as passionately as we engage in intimate activities on weekends.


I heat up the seconds, times and reasons for your love
I intensify my efforts and devotion to deserve your love in every passing moment.


This is not the season for nobody else but us
This is a time where our relationship takes priority over anyone else.


I always get wrapped up in you, baby, I'm in love
I constantly become deeply involved and captivated by you, my dear, because I'm in love.


We gon' get this love like we never done it
We will experience this love as if it's a brand new occurrence.


Go 'head, show me love, like we never done it
Go ahead and express your love to me as if we are exploring it for the first time.


Ooh, I got you runnin' every time I give you some
I have the power to make you yearn for my affection each time I provide it.


Show me love, love
Demonstrate love towards me, wholeheartedly.


Show me love, love
Express love towards me, genuinely and sincerely.


Show me love like, you see red lights
Show me love as if you exude passion and urgency, as when encountering red traffic lights.


And you crashed in it like a deer inside of headlights
Approach it with an intense and sudden impact, similar to a deer frozen in headlights.


Yeah, I showed you love like it was passionate
I displayed deep affection for you, treating it as something fueled by intense emotions.


I just wanna bask in it, winnin' it like a championship
I merely desire to immerse myself in that love, feeling triumphant as if winning a championship.


You gon' show me love like, like you tried it and denied it
You will express love towards me as if you attempted to resist it initially, but couldn't deny it.


But you still let me apply it like I made you put your ties in
Yet, you allowed me to consistently express that love, almost as if I compelled you to embrace it.


Show me love, even when you don't got time to
Demonstrate love towards me, even in moments when you lack the time.


I'll be there to find ya, I'll remind ya
I will always be present to locate you, and remind you of our love.


Baby, you know what it is, yeah
My dear, you understand the nature of our relationship.


You know what it is, yeah
You comprehend the essence of our connection.


You know what it is, yeah (yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah)
You truly grasp and acknowledge the reality of our love (yes, yes, yes, yes-yes-yes).


You know what it is, yeah (yeah-yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah)
You fully comprehend the nature of our relationship (yes-yes-yes, yes-yes-yes).


Baby show me what it means to love (yeah)
My dear, demonstrate and teach me the true essence and experience of love.


What it is, yeah
Help me understand what love truly is.


You gon' show what it means to love (yeah)
You will exemplify the concept and significance of love to me.


What it is
Help me comprehend the true nature and essence of love.


Treat it like we freakin' on the weekend, show me love
Approach our love as passionately as we engage in intimate activities on weekends.


I heat up the seconds, times and minutes for your love
I intensify my efforts and dedication in every passing second, minute, and moment for your sake.


This is not the season for nobody else but us
This time belongs exclusively to us, with no room for anyone else.


I always get wrapped up, baby, baby, I'm in love
I consistently become deeply involved and captivated, my dear, because I'm in love.


We gon' get this love, yeah (we gon' get it, get it)
Together, we will attain and experience this love (yes, we will achieve it, achieve it).


Like we never done it (we never did it)
We will approach our love as if we have never experienced it before (we haven't done it).


Baby, I'm in love (I'm in love)
My dear, I am deeply and wholeheartedly in love.


Go 'head, show me love, like we never done it
Go ahead and express your love to me as if we are exploring it for the first time.


Yeah, I got you runnin' every time I give you some, yeah
Yes, I have the ability to make you crave more of my affection each time I provide it.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Morgan Matthews, Miguel Jontel Pimentel, Daystar Peterson, Alicia Anguello Cook

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