I Can't Wait
Deniece Williams Lyrics
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The boss is throwin' his hands all in the air
I'm given a warnin'
He says I'm losin' my good position there
But right now I don't care
Tell you what I did this mornin'
Tell you what I did last night
And kissed and hugged and held him tight
And I can't wait
To spend another lazy night
In my baby's arms
I tell you that I can't help it
I just can't help it
I can't wait
To spend another lazy night
In my baby's arms
I tell you that I can't help it
I just can't help it
{I can't wait}
Ooh, to be in my baby's arms
{I can't wait}
Gotta be right here where I belong
It's late in the evening
You know they're jamming' at parties all around, and oh...
Rockin' and a-reelin'
And all of my friends are goin' out to paint the town
But I won't be around
Baby's gonna be right over
Told me that he won't be long
Got to light a candle up
And be right here where I belong
'Cause I can't wait
To spend another lazy night
In my baby's arms, uh-huh
I tell you that I can't help it
I just can't help it
I tell you that I can't wait
To spend another lazy night
In my baby's arms, ooh, ooh
I tell you that I can't help it
I just can't help it
{I can't wait}
Ooh, to be in my baby's arms
{I can't wait}
To be right here where I belong
Baby's gonna be right over
Told me that he won't be long
Got to light a candle up
And be right here where I belong
'Cause I can't wait
To spend another lazy night
In my baby's arms, yeah, yeah
I tell you that I can't help it
I just can't help it
I tell you that I can't wait
To spend another lazy night
In my baby's arms, yeah
I tell you that I can't help it
I just can't help it
I can't seem to help myself, oh, no
Never, never, never, never, never
No, no, baby
{Never can wait} Uh-huh
{Never ever can wait} No, I can't wait here
For those crazy nights, ah...
I can't wait (Baby)
To spend another lazy night (Oh, no)
In my baby's arms, oh, yeah
I tell you that I can't help it
I just can't help it
I tell you that I can't wait (Yeah)
To spend another lazy night
Gonna be in my baby's arms, uh-huh
I tell you that I can't help it
I just can't help it
I tell you that I can't seem to wait
To spend another lazy night (Oh, no)
In my baby's arms, uh-huh
I tell you that I can't help it
I just can't help it
I tell that you I can't wait, no, no, no
The lyrics of Deniece Williams's song, "I Can't Wait," depicts a woman who is determined to spend time with her significant other rather than focusing on her boss's warnings and her friend's invitations to hangout. The first verse starts with the singer receiving a warning from her boss, but she is unfazed by it because all she cares about is being with her loved one. She proceeds to describe how she spent her night and morning, looking into her partner's eyes and embracing him. The chorus states her impatience to spend another lazy night in her partner's arms, indicating her desire to prioritize her romantic relationship over her work obligations and social life.
The second verse describes a similar scenario where her friends are going out to party, but she chooses to wait for her partner. She even lights a candle to create a romantic atmosphere for when they finally reunite. The chorus repeats, emphasizing her eagerness to be in her partner's arms again. The bridge repeats "I can't wait" and "never can wait" while adding "for those crazy nights," suggesting that she looks forward to wild and passionate nights with her partner.
The song's lyrics highlight the singer's devotion to her partner and desire for intimacy and alone time with them. The lyrics suggest a prioritization of love over other parts of life, which could be viewed as impractical but is relatable to anyone who has experienced a strong romantic connection. Deniece Williams's soulful voice delivers the lyrics with passion and intensity, emphasizing the emotions the singer is experiencing.
Line by Line Meaning
Late in the morning
It's late in the morning and the boss is criticizing my job performance.
The boss is throwin' his hands all in the air
The boss is gesturing wildly as he criticizes me.
I'm given a warnin'
The boss is warning me that I'm at risk of losing my job.
He says I'm losin' my good position there
The boss says I'm losing my good position and may be demoted or fired.
But right now I don't care
I am indifferent to the boss's warning because I am thinking about my significant other.
Tell you what I did this mornin'
I will tell you what I did this morning.
Tell you what I did last night
I will also tell you what I did last night.
Looked into my baby's eyes
I gazed into my significant other's eyes.
And kissed and hugged and held him tight
I then hugged and kissed my significant other and held them tightly.
And I can't wait
I am filled with anticipation.
To spend another lazy night
I can't wait to spend another leisurely night with my significant other.
In my baby's arms
I look forward to being in my significant other's embrace.
I tell you that I can't help it
I am unable to contain my emotions and feelings of love.
Ooh, to be in my baby's arms
I am excited at the thought of being in my significant other's arms.
Gotta be right here where I belong
I feel like I belong in my significant other's arms and nowhere else.
You know they're jamming' at parties all around, and oh...
Other people are enjoying themselves at parties in the evening.
Rockin' and a-reelin'
They are dancing and having a good time.
And all of my friends are goin' out to paint the town
My friends are going out to have fun in the city.
But I won't be around
I won't join them because I want to spend time with my significant other.
Baby's gonna be right over
My significant other is coming over to my place.
Told me that he won't be long
They said they will arrive soon.
Got to light a candle up
I will light a candle to set the mood for a romantic evening.
I tell you that I can't seem to wait
I can't control my excitement and anticipation.
Gonna be in my baby's arms, uh-huh
I look forward to being in my significant other's embrace.
I tell you that I can't help it
I am unable to resist how I feel.
I tell that you I can't wait, no, no, no
I am telling you that I am looking forward to spending time with my significant other.
Contributed by Samantha D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@RBS_
..."Niecy" had her last charted hit with this bouncy number that should've been MUCH bigger than it's #66 Pop peak...BUT, it was a #8 R&B hit (for One week)...let's take a peek at the charts, November 1988....HIT IT.. (3:42) (cont.)
10. (It's Just) The Way That You Love Me (7" remix) - Paula Abdul
9. My Heart (7" mix) - TROOP
8. **I Can't Wait** - Deniece Williams
7. My Eyes Don't Cry (Teddy Riley 7" mix) - Stevie Wonder
6. My Girly - Ready For The World
5. Don't Rock The Boat - Midnight Star
4. Rescue Me (7" remix) - Al B. Sure!
3. Thanks For My Child - Cheryl 'Pepsii' Riley
2. Any Love - Luther Vandross
1. Giving You The Best That I Got - Anita Baker
@ckollock93
Love her so much...her voice is a gift!!! She is truly one of the best!!!
@charlesdotson4766
Yes, her voice and spirit are truly a gift to the world. I had the privilege of meeting her in Atlanta just a few weeks ago at the St. James Live. It was a sold out show and she sounded wonderful!
@k.n.carter8089
Love It! I agree this song had all the makings of a HUGE hit record. Somebody dropped the ball.
@charlesdotson4766
It actually ended up going to #8 on the RB charts, but didn't make the pop top top 10.
@bernardduncan7221
I don't know what it is about her music, but I love it period! But, every since she came out with FREE, I knew I was going to marry her. However, her music has always set the tone of the holiday season. Her music/voice has a way of wanting to hear more of her in this season. I love you Deniece Williams.
@jondishmonmusicandstuff2753
One of my favorites of hers. Even though her voice is not what it used to be I will always love Miss Willams for her talents and for her sharing them with us.
@charlesdotson4766
Jon Dishmon Music and STUFF!! Yes, but she still sounds great at age 68. Check out some of her recent concert footage. There's quite a bit on You Tube. In particular, her performance earlier this year at the St James Place in Atlanta is spectacular.
@sstavsky
Should've been a much bigger hit! Reached #66 on "Billboard" in October of 1988. The last chart hit for "Niecy."
@charlesdotson4766
sstavsky It did very well on the RB charts (it went to #8).
@donmccullen1973
@Charles Dotson CHR station KKMG in Colorado Springs played it. It went top 20 at least.