White recorded 20 studio albums during the course of his career, but multiple versions and compilations were released worldwide that were certified gold, 41 of which also attained platinum status. White had 20 gold and 10 platinum singles, with worldwide record sales in excess of 100 million records, and is one of the best-selling music artists of all time. His influences included James Cleveland, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, the Supremes, the Four Tops and Marvin Gaye.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_White
Studio albums
I've Got So Much to Give (1973)
Stone Gon' (1973)
Can't Get Enough (1974)
Just Another Way to Say I Love You (1975)
Let the Music Play (1976)
Is This Whatcha Wont? (1976)
Barry White Sings for Someone You Love (1977)
The Man (1978)
I Love to Sing the Songs I Sing (1979)
The Message Is Love (1979)
Sheet Music (1980)
Barry & Glodean (With Glodean White) (1981)
Beware! (1981)
Change (1982)
Dedicated (1983)
The Right Night & Barry White (1987)
The Man Is Back! (1989)
Put Me in Your Mix (1991)
The Icon Is Love (1994)
Staying Power (1999)
Playing Your Game Baby
Barry White Lyrics
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But don't you know
You can't hide
No, no, baby
When you give it up
It's only enough
To get me by
It's so plain
You want me to win
I'm willin' to play
Whatever you say
If love is the aim
Playin' your game, baby
Your game, baby
Just you and me
Playin' your game, baby
Your game, baby
Nobody but you and me
You start, you stop
You know what you got is what I need
Oh, yes, indeed
When you give it up
It's only enough to make me say
Ooh-wee
That you're playin' a game
It's so plain
You want me to win
Girl, I'll play
Whatever you say
If love is the aim
Playin' your game, baby
Your game, baby
Just you and me
Playin' your game, baby
Your game, baby
Just you and me
Oh, yeah
Playin' your game, baby
Your game, baby
Just you and me
Playin' your game, baby
Your game, baby
Nobody but you and me
"Playing Your Game Baby" by Barry White is a classic soul song about the power dynamic in a romantic relationship. The lyrics paint a picture of a man who is willing to play his partner's game, even when he knows he is being played. The repeated line "Do it, um hum, yeah, huh, um, do it" creates a sense of urgency and anticipation, as if the singer can't wait to see what his partner will do next.
The first verse establishes that while the woman is the one touching the man, he knows she is playing him. He can't help himself, however, and is willing to settle for just enough from her to get by. The chorus repeats the phrase "Playing your game, baby" to emphasize the power dynamic at play. The man is aware that he is being played, but is so infatuated with his partner that he is willing to go along with it.
The second verse reinforces the idea that the woman is in control. She starts and stops, knowing exactly what she has that the man needs. Despite this, the man is still willing to play along and do what she says, as long as there is love at the end. The final chorus repeats the phrase "Just you and me" to emphasize that this power dynamic exists only between the two of them.
Overall, "Playing Your Game Baby" is a romantic but ultimately bittersweet song about the sacrifices we make for love, even when we know we are being played.
Line by Line Meaning
Do it, um hum, yeah, huh, um, do it
Encouraging the partner to continue with their actions.
You touch me, baby
The partner is showing affection physically.
But don't cha know
The partner seems to be unaware of something significant.
You can't hide
The partner's true intentions are revealed despite trying to conceal them.
No, no, baby
The need to clarify a certain point with the partner.
When you give it up
The partner is willingly sharing their emotions or physical intimacy.
It's only enough
The partner's actions are satisfactory, but not entirely fulfilling.
To get me by
The partner's actions are adequate for the time being, but not forever.
You're playin' a game
The partner is not being entirely honest or straightforward in their actions and intentions.
It's so plain
The partner's intentions are becoming increasingly evident.
You want me to win
The partner is actively trying to make a connection with the singer and is rooting for their success.
I'm willin' to play
The singer is open to engaging in the partner's gameplay and making a connection.
What ever you say
The singer is willing to listen to the partner's requests and act accordingly.
If love is the end
The ultimate goal of this relationship is a deeper emotional connection.
Just you and me
This relationship is an exclusive bond between two people.
You start, you stop
The partner's actions are inconsistent and unpredictable.
You know what you got
The partner is aware of their affect on the singer and is using it to their advantage.
Is what I need
The partner's actions fulfill a specific need for the singer.
Oh, yes it is
Emphasizing the necessity of the partner's actions.
To make me say
The partner's actions evoke a strong emotional response from the singer.
Girl, I'll play
The singer is willing to actively participate in the relationship.
Nobody but you and me
This relationship is exclusive and does not involve any other people.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Austin Burnett Johnson, Smead Gaughan III Hudman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@h.travisyoung1070
I was a kid sitting in my uncle's cordoba while he was blasting this on a big ole red 8-track tape while drinking a schlitz malt liquor beer. I didn't appreciate this music back then even though I remember that day like it was yesterday. Life has taught me to appreciate this song now. That's for sure.
@romanhonore5295
Jesus Yeah!!!!!!........
I'm with you brother all the way. If you looked in the backseat I was there!!!!!!!
@franklinwilkes8829
Those were the days!
@brianharcum9968
You know that's right
@markparrish3521
You wised up 😂💯
@brian2620
Mannn,my uncle June,GOD rest his soul,had a 1980 burgundy Cordoba!
@jamesspruill3782
Peep how he let the band get busy first then he came through and murdered this!!Classic material. Thank you brother.
@williambethel6999
Thanks real music 🎶 fill good night's sound 😴 👌 ✨
@amberhi874
That part!!!!!
@teffanihardy7811
Yassssssss