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.
Whatcha Need
Boyz II Men Lyrics
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Tears rolling down your face
You're sick of him lying
Need someone to take his place
I can give you whatcha ask for
I can give you whatcha need
I'm down with anything you're down for
Whatcha need is someone that cares for you
Whatcha need is someone to see you through
Good times and bad
You'll never have to be sad
Whatcha need is someone that cares for you
Whatcha need is someone to see you through
Good times and bad
You say that you're lonely
Need someone to hold you tight
You're faithful to him only
But he never treat you right, no
I'll be there when you call me
I'll be right there by your side
And whenever you're crying
I'll be there tonight oh I
Whatcha need is someone that cares for you
Whatcha need is someone to see you through
Good times and bad
You'll never have to be sad baby
Whatcha need is someone that cares for you
Whatcha need is someone to see you through
Good times and bad
And girl you need to know that
Only a fool would let you leave
Cause all the things you need are right here with me
(Friendship, friendship, trust, trust, commitment)
Whatcha need is someone that cares for you
Whatcha need is someone to see you through
Good times and bad
You'll never have to be sad baby
Whatcha need is someone that cares for you
Whatcha need is someone to see you through
Good times and bad
(The one thing that matters is your happiness,
and I want to be the one that makes you happy.
Let me be the one, I'll give you whatcha need)
In Boyz II Men's song Whatcha Need, the singer offers comfort and support to a woman who is going through a difficult time in her relationship with another man. The woman is crying and tired of her current partner's lies and mistreatment. The singer assures her that he can provide her with what she needs and wants, and promises to always be there for her whenever she calls. This person can give her love, care, and commitment that she deserves.
The song's lyrics are about being there for someone who needs emotional support, and the message is one of friendship, trust, and commitment. The singer wants the woman to know that he values her and is willing to be there for her when she needs him. The song is a reminder that everyone needs someone they can count on during their vulnerable times.
The lyrics in the song are straightforward and the melody is uplifting which was typical of Boyz II Men's music. They were known for their soulful melodies, intricate harmonies, and emotional lyrics that connect with their listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl I see you crying
I can see that you’re upset and you look like you’ve been crying
Tears rolling down your face
I can see tears on your face
You're sick of him lying
You’re tired of his lies
Need someone to take his place
You’re looking for someone to replace him
I can give you whatcha ask for
I can give you what you’re requesting
I can give you whatcha need
I can provide you with what you need
I'm down with anything you're down for
I’m willing to do whatever you’d like to do
Baby you can count on me
You can rely on me to be there for you
Whatcha need is someone that cares for you
What you need is someone who truly cares about you
Whatcha need is someone to see you through
You need someone to support and help you through difficult times
Good times and bad
Through all of life’s ups and downs
You'll never have to be sad
I will make sure you don’t have to be sad
You say that you're lonely
You tell me that you feel alone
Need someone to hold you tight
You need someone to hold you and make you feel secure
You're faithful to him only
You’ve been loyal to him and no one else
But he never treat you right, no
But he hasn’t treated you well
I'll be there when you call me
I’ll be there for you whenever you need me
I'll be right there by your side
I’ll be with you every step of the way
And whenever you're crying
If you’re ever upset or crying
I'll be there tonight oh I
I’ll be there for you tonight and always
And girl you need to know that
I want you to realize that
Only a fool would let you leave
It would be foolish to let you go
Cause all the things you need are right here with me
Because everything you need is right here with me
Whatcha need is someone that cares for you
What you need is someone who truly cares about you
Whatcha need is someone to see you through
You need someone to support and help you through difficult times
Good times and bad
Through all of life’s ups and downs
You'll never have to be sad baby
I’ll make sure you never have to feel sad
The one thing that matters is your happiness
What matters most is your happiness
and I want to be the one that makes you happy
I want to be the one who brings you joy
Let me be the one
Please let me have that chance
I'll give you whatcha need
I’ll give you everything you need
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DONNIE BOYNTON, KEN FAMBRO, MARVIN PARKMAN, RAPHAEL BROWN
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