Signing to Island Records through Haqq Islam's University Records imprint, the group released two successful albums, Dru Hill and Enter the Dru, before separating for a period from late 1999 to 2002, during which time Sisqó and Woody released solo albums. While Woody's Soul Music LP was a moderate success in the gospel music industry, Sisqó's debut album, Unleash the Dragon, and its hit singles, "Thong Song" and "Incomplete", were major pop successes, and established Sisqó as a household name outside Dru Hill. Sisqó's second album, Return of Dragon, did not sell as well.
In 2002, by then part of the Def Soul record label, the group reunited and added fifth member Rufus "Scola" Waller to the lineup for their third album, Dru World Order, whose underperformance led to the group being dropped from Def Soul. In 2009, the group signed to Kedar Entertainment Group and released their fourth album, InDRUpendence Day, the following year, with new member Tao taking the place of the again departed Woody.
Nothing To Prove
Dru Hill Lyrics
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Girl I ain't got nothing to prove
I ain't got nothing to lose
I'm just a man that's sooo in love with you
Girl I ain't nothing to prove
I ain't got nothing to lose
I'm just a man that's soooo
To take you for a ride
Scared about what your friends might say
Background: They say it don't look right
I say they must be crazy
Can't you make up your mind, and if I'm too young lady
Then I won't waste your time
[Chorus]
I want to treat you special lady
Do the things other guys won't do
Everybody: Shopping sprees in Paris only if you want me to
Ain't got no mansion baby
Woody singing:
No big house on the hill
But if you
Everybody:let me baby, I'll show you that I got skills.
[Chorus: x2]
Said I'm not too young to know
And I'm not too old to grow
And I'm not too shy to show
That I got these feelings for you
They won't never ever go
Girl just let me treat you right
I'll take you outtttt
[Chorus]
Got nothing to prove
Basically repeat chorus until fade
The song "Nothing to Prove" by Dru Hill is an ode to a man who is deeply in love with a woman but is faced with resistance due to their age difference. Despite the naysayers, the man is confident in his love and expresses that he has nothing to prove to anyone. He is not concerned about losing anything or anyone because his love for her is worth it all. He urges her to make up her mind about him and promises to love her in a special way that no one else can.
The song highlights the pressure and scrutiny that can come from outside opinions when it comes to matters of the heart. The man in the song is willing to fight for his love despite what others may say, and reminds his partner that their love is all that really matters. The lyrics convey a sense of emotional maturity and self-assurance, which contrasts from other love songs that focus only on grand romantic gestures.
Overall, "Nothing to Prove" is a bold declaration of love that celebrates the power and beauty of being confident in oneself and one's emotions. It encourages listeners to trust their gut when it comes to matters of the heart and not worry about fitting into societal norms or expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl I ain't got nothing to prove
I am confident in myself and my love for you, and I do not need to prove anything to anyone.
I ain't got nothing to lose
I am willing to take risks and be vulnerable in this relationship because I have nothing to lose.
I'm just a man that's sooo in love with you
I am deeply and passionately in love with you, and my love for you is what defines me.
You say I'm much too young
You have concerns about our age difference and the opinions of others.
To take you for a ride
To pursue a romantic relationship with you.
Scared about what your friends might say
You are worried about how your social circle will perceive our relationship.
I say they must be crazy
I disagree with their perceptions and do not believe they have a say in our relationship.
Can't you make up your mind, and if I'm too young lady
I am asking you to make a decision about our relationship, and if you truly believe I am too young, I will respect your decision.
Then I won't waste your time
I will not continue to pursue a relationship with you if you feel uncomfortable or uncertain about it.
I want to treat you special lady
I want to show you that you are valued and loved by me, and I will make an effort to do things for you that other men might not.
Do the things other guys won't do
I am committed to going above and beyond to make you happy and show you how much I care about you.
Shopping sprees in Paris only if you want me to
I am willing to indulge your desires and spoil you with gifts and experiences if that is what you want and enjoy.
Ain't got no mansion baby
I may not be wealthy or have material possessions, but I offer you something much more valuable: my love and devotion.
No big house on the hill
I do not measure my self-worth or our relationship based on wealth or status symbols.
But if you let me baby, I'll show you that I got skills.
I am confident in my abilities to be a devoted and attentive partner, and I will prove that to you if you give me the chance.
Said I'm not too young to know
I am aware of how I feel about you and I do not believe my age detracts from the authenticity or depth of those emotions.
And I'm not too old to grow
I recognize that there is always room for personal growth and improvement, and I am willing to work on myself to be a better partner for you.
And I'm not too shy to show
I am not afraid to express my emotions and affection for you, and I am committed to making sure you feel loved and appreciated.
That I got these feelings for you
I am deeply and genuinely in love with you, and I want you to know and understand the depth of those emotions.
They won't never ever go
My feelings for you are unwavering and will not fade over time.
Girl just let me treat you right
I want to make sure you feel respected, valued, and loved in our relationship, and I will do all I can to treat you with kindness and care.
I'll take you outtttt
I am committed to spending quality time with you and creating meaningful experiences together.
Got nothing to prove
At the end of the day, my love and commitment to you do not require any external validation or justification.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: TERENCE QUENTIN DUDLEY, MARTELL ELLIS, HOKIEM GREEN, TIMOTHY P. PATTERSON
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