Keeping My Baby
Duffy Lyrics


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I never thought it would happen to me
I was the one that they said would break free
Broken promises settled the night
He told me he was my Mr. Right

And I believed in all that was there
And now it seems I'm living with regret
Now I'm counting down the days so afraid
Can't rewind or freeze the frame

Its too late
Its too late

Can't you see the need in me
I'm keeping my baby
Can't you see the need in me
I'm keeping my baby, baby, baby, baby

I've lived a lie and now I face the truth
Twenty weeks and what am I to do
Now it seems I'm going alone
A stereotype with a government home
I reside to try and to survive
No hope for me but this child deserves a life
Now I'm counting down the days so afraid
Can't rewind or freeze the frame

Its too late oh
Its too late

Can't you see the need in me
I'm keeping my baby
Can't you see the need in me
I'm keeping my baby, baby, baby, baby, baby

Can't you see the need in me
I'm keeping my baby
Can't you see the need in me




I'm keeping my baby, baby, baby, baby, baby
Oh baby, baby, baby, baby

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Duffy's song "Keeping My Baby" address the fear and uncertainty that can come with an unintended pregnancy. The singer, who once believed in love and commitment, now finds herself alone and facing the reality of raising a child without the support of a partner or society. She sings of the broken promises and disappointment that led her to this point, but also of her steadfast dedication to her baby. She refocuses her energy on providing a life for her child, despite the obstacles that she faces. The repetition of the chorus - "Can't you see the need in me / I'm keeping my baby, baby, baby, baby" - emphasizes her determination and the depth of her love for her child.


The lyrics suggest that the singer may feel judged or marginalized by society for her situation, as she mentions a "government home" and the stereotype of being a single mother. However, she refuses to be defined by these labels and instead focuses on the love and responsibility she feels towards her child. The song portrays the singer as a strong, capable woman who is determined to do what is best for her baby, no matter what challenges lie ahead.


Overall, "Keeping My Baby" is a powerful portrayal of the complex emotions and difficult decisions often faced by women dealing with unplanned pregnancies. It emphasizes the importance of love, determination, and commitment in building a fulfilling life, even in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

I never thought it would happen to me
I never thought I would get into such a situation.


I was the one that they said would break free
People used to say that I was the one who would never get caught up in this kind of situation.


Broken promises settled the night
The promises that were made to me in the past were all broken and it was the night that revealed the truth to me.


He told me he was my Mr. Right
He made me believe that he was the perfect man for me.


And I believed in all that was there
I trusted and believed everything he said to me.


And now it seems I'm living with regret
Now I regret everything that happened between us.


Now I'm counting down the days so afraid
I'm scared and anxious as I count down the days.


Can't rewind or freeze the frame
I can't go back or stop time to fix things.


Its too late
There's nothing that can be done now, it's all too late.


Can't you see the need in me I'm keeping my baby
I am keeping my baby because it's what I need now and what's best for my child.


I've lived a lie and now I face the truth
I have been living a lie and now I am facing the harsh reality of the situation.


Twenty weeks and what am I to do
I am already twenty weeks pregnant and I don't know what I'm going to do.


Now it seems I'm going alone
I am alone in this situation and have to deal with it alone.


A stereotype with a government home
I'm a stereotype with no choice but to rely on government assistance and live in government-assisted housing.


I reside to try and to survive
I am just trying to survive and get through this situation.


No hope for me but this child deserves a life
I have lost all hope for myself but I want to give my child the best life possible.


Oh baby, baby, baby, baby
This situation involves a baby and that's what matters the most now.




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Written by: ALBERT HAMMOND, AIMEE DUFFY

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