Never Make A Promise
Dru Hill Lyrics


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I don't have to think about
I never been loved
Well, I only dreamed about
I wondered what it was

But now I think I know
It's clear to me
You made me understand
I'm so proud to say I love you
I'm so proud to be your man, yes I am

I promise I'll never hurt you
I'll never make you cry, no
I promise I'll never hit you
Cross my heart and hope to die

'Cause I know I'll keep you safe
I'll keep you warm
I'll keep you satisfied
I'll be your sunshine in the morning
Be your everything at night

You told me what you wanted
I gave you what you need
I told you that I love you
Make it good for you and me
And I never make a promise
That I can't keep
That ain't me

You told me what you wanted
I gave you what you need
I told you that I love you
Make it good for you and me
And I never make a promise
That I can't keep
That ain't me

Ain't no way to get around it
Now you're stuck with me, baby, baby
Did you know that you'd be surrounded
By my love and ecstasy

This is the start of one great love affair
That's never ever never gonna end
We can share the world together
Oh, this is where it begun

Oh, girl I'll stand by you
If you give me your hand
I'll make love to you baby
Your every wish is my command

Let's play out your fantasies
oh, I can lose your mind
Take you places you ain't never been before
I promise you it's alright

You told me what you wanted
I gave you what you need
I told you that I love you
Make it good for you and me
And I never make a promise
That I can't keep
That ain't me

You told me what you wanted
I gave you what you need
I told you that I love you
Make it good for you and me
And I never make a promise
That I can't keep
That ain't me

If I make a promise to you
Then baby that's what I'll do
I have nothing to lose
I give my whole world to you

(I'll never make a promise that I can't keep)
I'm a man of my word
For you I'm always concerned
That you'll never be hurt





It's for better or worse
(I'll never make a promise that I can't keep)

Overall Meaning

Dru Hill's song "Never Make A Promise" is a song that expresses a man’s commitment to love and fidelity. The song's lyrics express that before the individual met his partner, he had never experienced love in the way that he desired. But since meeting his partner, he has gained an understanding of love and is proud to say he loves them. He then makes a promise to never hurt his partner, never make them cry, and never hit them. He further promises that he will keep his partner safe, warm, satisfied, and happy, being everything they need in the morning and at night. He asserts that he will always give his partner what they need and will never make a promise that he can't keep.


Moreover, the song emphasizes the singer's commitment to his partner, insisting that he will stand by his partner no matter what, making love to his partner, fulfilling their fantasies, and taking them to new heights. The overall message of the song "Never Make A Promise" is one of commitment, love, and devotion. The lyrics indicate that the individual is committed to sticking with their partner, being faithful, and making them happy, giving them everything they need to make a great life together.


In summary, the lyrics of "Never Make A Promise" emphasizes loyalty and the assurance that no matter what, the singer will never hurt or make their partner cry. The song is an expression of the importance of keeping one's promises, particularly in a romantic relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't have to think about
My love for you comes naturally and effortlessly


I never been loved
I have never experienced being loved before


Well, I only dreamed about
I have only imagined what being loved would feel like before


I wondered what it was
I didn't understand what love truly was until now


But now I think I know
Now that I've found you, I understand what love really is


It's clear to me
Without a doubt, I know that I love you


You made me understand
Being with you has helped me realize what true love is


I'm so proud to say I love you
I am not afraid to express my love for you and I am proud to do so


I'm so proud to be your man, yes I am
I am honored to be the one you have chosen to love and I will cherish you always


I promise I'll never hurt you
I vow to never cause you pain or sadness on purpose


I'll never make you cry, no
I will always strive to bring happiness to your life and never make you cry


I promise I'll never hit you
I vow to never use violence against you or cause you harm


Cross my heart and hope to die
This promise is so important to me that I am willing to make the ultimate oath


Cause I know I'll keep you safe
I will do everything in my power to protect you from harm and keep you secure


I'll keep you warm
I will make sure you always feel loved, comforted, and cared for


I'll keep you satisfied
I will work to fulfill your needs and desires, both physically and emotionally


I'll be your sunshine in the morning
I want to be the one who brings light, joy and energy into your day, every day


Be your everything at night
I want to be the one who is always there for you, day and night, no matter what


You told me what you wanted
I am committed to listening and understanding what you need from me


I gave you what you need
I want to give you everything you need to be happy, healthy, and fulfilled


I told you that I love you
I will communicate my love for you frequently and honestly


Make it good for you and me
I am committed to making our relationship a good and positive experience for both of us


And I never make a promise
I take my promises seriously and will never promise something that I cannot deliver


That I can't keep
I will always strive to keep my promises to you, no matter what


That ain't me
I am not the type of person who makes empty promises or breaks commitments


Ain't no way to get around it
There is no avoiding the fact that we are meant to be together


Now you're stuck with me, baby, baby
I want to be with you forever, and I hope that you feel the same way


Did you know that you'd be surrounded
I want you to feel fully enveloped by my love at all times


By my love and ecstasy
My love for you is passionate, intense, and real


This is the start of one great love affair
I believe that our love will only continue to grow and deepen over time


That's never ever never gonna end
Our love is eternal and will never fade away


We can share the world together
With you by my side, I feel like we can take on anything together as a team


Oh, this is where it begun
Our love story started here, and I am grateful for every moment we spend together


Oh, girl I'll stand by you
I will always be there for you through thick and thin, no matter what


If you give me your hand
If you are willing to let me into your life and your heart, I promise to cherish you forever


I'll make love to you baby
I want to express my love for you physically and intimately in a way that brings us even closer together


Your every wish is my command
I am willing to do whatever it takes to make you happy and fulfilled, and your needs and desires will always be my top priority


Let's play out your fantasies
I want to help fulfill your deepest desires and make all your wildest dreams come true


oh, I can lose your mind
I want to take you to new heights of pleasure and ecstasy, and help you forget all your worries and troubles


Take you places you ain't never been before
I want to show you new experiences, new sensations, and new depths of love that you may have never felt before


If I make a promise to you
I take my promises seriously and won't make them lightly


Then baby that's what I'll do
If I make a promise to you, I will do everything in my power to keep it


I have nothing to lose
I am willing to risk everything to prove my love for you


I give my whole world to you
My love for you is so powerful that I am willing to offer you everything I have, and everything that I am


I'm a man of my word
I take my promises seriously and will always strive to keep them


For you I'm always concerned
I care deeply about your well-being and will always be there to support you, no matter what


That you'll never be hurt
I want to protect you from pain, heartbreak, and sadness, and will do everything in my power to keep you safe and secure


It's for better or worse
Our love is unconditional, and I am committed to standing by you no matter what life may throw our way




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DARYL SIMMONS

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@stellablue1271

This video is so hard to watch…. God bless all the men who genuinely love and protect their woman

@jeco5729

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@missvida6251

I never saw it before and it's so heartbreaking. Especially seeing Michelle Thomas being hurt

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And their kids

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Yes because men like this are very hard to find. 💯💯💯💯

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@khartoumlavage4253

R.I.P. Michelle Thomas. My heart drops to my chest over Myra leaving us so early. Family Matters fans gon feel this one forever. 25 years since she passed too. 🥺😭💔

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I swear I miss her so much

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@@finessedakid5495 As do I and Malcolm Jamal-Warner, bruddah.

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When Jazz got his chance to shine he didn't disappoint!

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