Based on sales, Boyz II Men is one of the most successful R&B groups of all time, having recorded five #1 pop hits between 1992 and 1997. They have since topped sales of 25 million records. Three of their #1 hits, "End of the Road", "I'll Make Love to You", and "One Sweet Day" (a duet with Mariah Carey), set and broke records for the longest period of time a single remained at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Boyz II Men were originally signed to Motown Records from 1990 to 2000, at which point they were moved to parent label Universal Records. After the 2000 album Nathan Shawn Michael Wanya, Boyz II Men moved to Arista Records. In 2003, Michael McCary left the group due to chronic back problems resulting from scoliosis. As of 2005, Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman, and Nathan Morris continue to tour and record as a trio.
More Than You'll Ever Know
Boyz II Men Lyrics
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I know a lot of years have passed us
But I still love you more than you'll ever know
There was a time I felt it wouldn't last us
And baby how I felt I didn't show
Sometimes I took you for granted
And thought that you would understand it
But through it all we managed to make it through tough times
No I can't imagine not having you by my side
Everything you are and all you do
I'm still in love with you
More than you'll ever know
Just like the stars in a thousand skies
More than you'll ever know (ever know)
Deeper than the place where the ocean floor lies
You're still number one in my eyes
And to this day I still get butterflies
Know that I love you more than you will ever know
Sometimes I watch you sleep and
Kiss you and fall in love all over again
In the morning when you're leaving
I start to miss my best friend
You're my better half like a twin
You complete my words when I begin
We don't have to be validated
With love we'll always make it
No I can't imagine not having you by my side
Everything you are and all you do
I'm still in love with you
More than you'll ever know
Just like the stars in a thousand skies
More than you'll ever know (ever know)
Deeper than the place where the ocean floor lies
You're still number one in my eyes
And to this day I still get butterflies
Oh wait, know that I love you more than you will ever know
See I don't ever want to be without you
To me you're one of a kind (to me you're one of a kind)
You're my everything (everything)
Girl your my sunshine
You stood with me, stood by me through tough times
So glad that you are mine
Knowing you're my ride or die
I love you
More than you'll ever know
Just like the stars in a thousand skies
More than you'll ever know (ever know)
Deeper than the place where the ocean floor lies
You're still number one in my eyes
And to this day I still get butterflies
Know that I love you more than you will ever know
More than you'll ever know
Just like the stars in a thousand skies
More than you'll ever know (ever know)
Deeper than the place where the ocean floor lies
You're still number one in my eyes
And to this day I still get butterflies
Know that I love you more than you will ever know
The lyrics to Boyz II Men's "More Than You'll Ever Know" express a deep and abiding love for someone that has stood the test of time. The singer reflects on the ups and downs of their relationship, acknowledging that at times he took his partner for granted but ultimately is overwhelmed with a sense of adoration for her. The song compares his love to an endless expanse, both in its depth and scope: "Just like the stars in a thousand skies / Deeper than the place where the ocean floor lies."
The lyrics highlight the singer's deep appreciation for their partner and the many ways in which she has supported him. From the way he watches her sleep and falls in love with her again to the completeness he feels when she is by his side, the song emphasizes the importance of love and partnership as a means of overcoming challenges and finding meaning in life. Ultimately, the message of "More Than You'll Ever Know" is one of unwavering commitment and devotion, even in the face of struggle and adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
More than you'll ever know
My love for you is deeper than words can express.
I know a lot of years have passed us
We've been through many years of ups and downs together.
But I still love you more than you'll ever know
My love for you has only grown stronger with time.
There was a time I felt it wouldn't last us
There were moments when I questioned the longevity of our relationship.
And baby how I felt I didn't show
I wish I had been more expressive of my feelings towards you.
Sometimes I took you for granted
I didn't always appreciate you the way I should have.
And thought that you would understand it
I expected you to forgive me for my lack of appreciation.
But through it all we managed to make it through tough times
Despite our difficulties, our love has endured and gotten us through the tough times.
No I can't imagine not having you by my side
I can't picture my life without you in it.
Everything you are and all you do
I love every part of who you are and everything you do.
Just like the stars in a thousand skies
My love for you is as numerous and vast as the stars in the sky.
Deeper than the place where the ocean floor lies
My love for you is deeper than the depths of the ocean.
You're still number one in my eyes
You remain the most important person in my life.
And to this day I still get butterflies
My feelings for you still give me the same excitement as when we first fell in love.
Sometimes I watch you sleep and
I take moments to admire and appreciate you even in your peaceful sleep.
Kiss you and fall in love all over again
Kissing you reminds me of why I fell in love with you in the first place.
In the morning when you're leaving
Even when you're leaving for the day, you're still on my mind.
I start to miss my best friend
You're not only my lover, but also my best friend, and I miss you when you're gone.
You're my better half like a twin
You complete me and we are two parts of a whole, like twins.
You complete my words when I begin
You understand me so well that you finish my sentences for me.
We don't have to be validated
Our love doesn't need approval or acceptance from anyone else.
With love we'll always make it
As long as we have love, we can overcome any challenge.
See, I don't ever want to be without you
I never want to lose you or be without you in my life.
To me you're one of a kind
You're unique and special to me in every way.
You're my everything
You mean everything to me.
Girl, you're my sunshine
You bring light and warmth to my life like the sun.
You stood with me, stood by me through tough times
You've been my support and strength during our difficult moments.
So glad that you are mine
I feel lucky and grateful that you are in my life.
Knowing you're my ride or die
I can count on you to always be there for me, no matter what.
I love you
My feelings for you are pure and genuine.
Oh wait, know that I love you more than you will ever know
I want to make sure you understand just how much I love you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: CHARLIE WILSON, CLARICE BELL, DENNIS BETTIS, MAHIN WILSIN, WIRLIE MORRIS
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