Think Twice
Erykah Lyrics

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Maybe we oughta think twice
Before we start something nice
No need to sacrifice the spice in our lives...oh
Your love is like fire & ice
That's why we oughta think twice, baby
No need to sacrifice the spice in our lives...oh
I really love you
You know I do

Really love you
You know it's true (repeat)

You know I love you baby - you know I do
Think twice think twice (repeat)

Overall Meaning

In the song "Think Twice," Erykah Badu featuring Roy Hargrove invites listeners to reconsider their decisions before embarking on something that may jeopardize their happiness. The chorus urges those in love to hold back momentarily and analyze how their choices will affect each other. The phrase "Maybe we oughta think twice" serves as a cautionary statement, warning that rash decisions might result in the loss of something dear which, in this case, is the spice in their relationship. The line "Your love is like fire & ice" talks about the conflicting emotions that the person feels towards their partner, highlighting the need to consider the potential effects of their choices.

Furthermore, the lyrics of the song also profess a great love for the partner. The repetition of the line "You know I love you baby - you know I do" reinforces the chorus's message, assuring their partner that regardless of their reservations, they still deeply care for them. The song's message encourages individuals to take time to consider the impact of their decisions, without putting their relationships at risk.

Line by Line Meaning

Maybe we oughta think twice
We should consider the potential consequences before taking action.

Before we start something nice
Before engaging in pleasurable activities, we should first consider the possible outcomes.

No need to sacrifice the spice in our lives...oh
We don't have to give up the exciting aspects of life to make good decisions.

Your love is like fire & ice
Your love is both passionate and unpredictable.

That's why we oughta think twice, baby
Because your love is complex, it's important to carefully consider our actions.

I really love you
I have genuine feelings of affection for you.

You know I do
You already know how much I care for you.

Really love you
I truly have strong feelings of love for you.

You know it's true
You already know that my love is sincere.

Think twice think twice
It's important to carefully consider our choices before taking action.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Larry Mizell, Sigidi Bashir Abdullah, Bradley Ridgell

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