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D.R.E Lyrics


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When you need the time, I won't have it
I'll try not to make it a habit
But I can't promise that
Wish I could do that
'Cause you deserve
Actions and not words
And you know that I'm worth
Waiting for, while I'm out on tour

Tell me right now
Are you still down? (Yeah)
Are you still down?
Tell me right now
Are you still down? (Are you?)
Are you still down?

When I ain't not there and you get the urge
Who you hittin' up first?
Is it me or it's her?
I be thinkin' the worst
When you don't pick up
But I don't call enough
It's only for now
This won't be forever but I think that we will

If you tell me right now
Are you still down? (Yeah)
Are you still down?
Tell me right now
Are you still down? (Down)
Are you still down?

Are you still down? (Down)
Are you still down? (Down, down down)
Are you still down? (Down)
Are you still
Are you, are you still

If I put all my faith to you
Will you be faithful?
Hold me down baby, I know that ain't easy to do (do do do)
Don't be stupid
You know I do this for you (you you you)
Down
Down
Are you still?




Are you still?
Are you still?

Overall Meaning

The first verse of D.R.E's "Still" depicts the struggle of maintaining a relationship while being a touring musician. The singer acknowledges that, at times, they will be unable to provide their partner with their time and attention. They admit that they want to be able to do better, but they cannot guarantee it. The singer acknowledges that their partner deserves action rather than just words, but for the time being, they must be content with waiting. The chorus of the song poses a question to the partner, asking them if they are still committed to the relationship despite the distance, uncertainty, and lack of attention.


The second verse of the song portrays the insecurity that both the singer and their partner feel while they are apart. The singer wonders who their partner calls first when they feel lonely and suggests that they might think the worst when their partner does not pick up their phone. The singer confesses that they themselves do not call enough, but this is only temporary because they believe that their love is worth fighting for. The chorus is repeated, highlighting the doubt and the need for assurance.


Overall, "Still" is a song about the complexities of long-distance relationships. It shows the difficulties of keeping a commitment when there are miles of distance and doubts to overcome. However, it also portrays the willingness of both partners to fight for their love despite the challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

When you need the time I won't have it
I may not always be available for you when you need me


I'll try not to make it a habit
I will make an effort to be more present for you


But I can't promise that
I cannot guarantee that I will always be available


Wish I could do that
I wish I could always be there for you


'Cause you deserve
You deserve the best from me


Actions and not words
I need to show my love through my actions and not just words


And you know that I'm worth
You know that I am worth waiting for


Waiting for, while I'm out on tour
Waiting for me while I am on tour is not easy, but our love is worth it


Tell me right now
I need you to be honest with me


Are you still down? (Yeah)
Are you still willing to be with me despite my faults?


Are you still down?
Are you still committed to our relationship?


Tell me right now
I need to hear the truth from you


Are you still down? (Are you?)
Are you still willing to wait for me and be with me despite our challenges?


When I ain't not there and you get the urge
When I am not around and you feel the need for intimacy


Who you hittin' up first?
Who do you reach out to first - me or someone else?


Is it me or it's her?
Are you still loyal to me or have you moved on?


I be thinkin' the worst
I cannot help but imagine the worst-case scenario


When you don't pick up
When you do not answer my calls


But I don't call enough
Maybe I should reach out to you more often


It's only for now
My absence is only temporary


This won't be forever but I think that we will
Our love will last, even though we may be apart for a while


If you tell me right now
If you are honest with me right now


Are you still down? (Yeah)
Are you still committed to our relationship?


Tell me right now
I need to hear the truth from you


Are you still down? (Down)
Are you still willing to wait for me and be with me despite our challenges?


Are you still down?
Are you still committed to our relationship?


Are you still down? (Down)
Are you still willing to wait for me and be with me despite our challenges?


Are you still down? (Down, down down)
Are you still willing to wait for me and be with me, even though it may be difficult?


Are you still down? (Down)
Are you still committed to our relationship?


Are you still
Are you still waiting for me?


Are you, are you still
Are you still holding on to our love?


If I put all my faith to you
If I trust you completely


Will you be faithful?
Will you remain loyal to me?


Hold me down baby, I know that ain't easy to do (do do do)
Be there for me, even when it is difficult


Don't be stupid
Do not make a mistake by leaving me


You know I do this for you (you you you)
You know that everything I do, I do for you


Down
Stay with me


Down
Be patient


Are you still?
Are you still waiting for me?


Are you still?
Are you still committed to our love?


Are you still?
Are you still willing to hold on to our relationship?




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DARHYL CAMPER, GABRIELLA WILSON, HUE WAYNE STROTHER, LOLO ZOUAI

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