Baby I Love You
Flack Roberta & Donny Hathaway Lyrics
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If you really do
Don't be afraid, baby, just ask
You know I'm gonna give it to you
Oh,and I do declare
I wanna see you with it
Stretch out your arms, little boy you're gonna get it
(Baby, baby, baby, I love you)
There ain't no doubt about it
Baby, I love you
I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you
Baby, I love you
If you really wanna kiss me
Go right ahead, I don't mind
All you got to do is snap your fingers
And I'll come a runnin', I ain't lyin'
Oh, what'cha want, little boy, you know you got it
I'd deny my own self before I'd see you without it
'Cause I love you
(Baby, baby, baby, I love you)
There ain't no doubt about it
Baby, I love you
I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you
Baby, I love you
Some day you might want to run away
And leave me sittin' here a cryin'
But if it's all the same to you, baby
I'm gonna stop you from saying goodbye (goodbye)
Baby, I love you, baby I need you, baby I want you
Don't let your neighbors tell you I don't want you
Don't let your low down friends tell you I don't need you
In the song "Baby I Love You", Flack Roberta & Donny Hathaway express their love and devotion towards their significant other. The lyrics convey the message that they are ready to give their all to their lover, and nothing can hinder their love. The first verse talks about how their lover should not be afraid to ask for love because they are willing to give it wholeheartedly. They emphasize that their love is genuine and they truly want to see their lover with it. The chorus repeats the message of love, stating that there is no doubt about the depth of their love for their significant other.
The second verse amplifies the devotion of the singer towards their lover. They say that if their lover wants to kiss them, they can go ahead and do it without question. They assure their lover that they will come running to them if they snap their fingers. The singer emphasises that they are willing to deny themselves anything to keep their lover happy.
In the final verse, the singers reveal their fear of losing their lover. They do not want their lover to leave them and promise to stop them if they try to leave. They emphasise that they want, need, and love their lover and their love is not to be questioned by anyone, not even their neighbours or low down friends.
Overall, the song expresses the powerful emotions and devotion a person can have towards their significant other. The singers are willing to give their all and do anything to keep their lover happy.
Line by Line Meaning
If you want my lovin'
If you truly desire my affection
If you really do
If your feelings are genuine
Don't be afraid, baby, just ask
Don't hesitate to ask me for it
You know I'm gonna give it to you
You can count on me to provide what you ask for
Oh,and I do declare
I am certain about this
I wanna see you with it
I want to see you happy
Stretch out your arms, little boy you're gonna get it
Be ready to receive my love and affection
'Cause I love you
Because I have a strong affection for you
(Baby, baby, baby, I love you)
I express my love for you multiple times
There ain't no doubt about it
There is no uncertainty in my feelings
If you really wanna kiss me
If you truly want to express physical affection to me
Go right ahead, I don't mind
I give you permission and consent
All you got to do is snap your fingers
You have control to initiate our physical interaction
And I'll come a runnin', I ain't lyin'
I will be eagerly available to you and I am sincere in saying so
Oh, what'cha want, little boy, you know you got it
Whatever you desire I am willing to provide for you
I'd deny my own self before I'd see you without it
I would sacrifice my own needs to ensure you are happy and satisfied
'Cause I love you
Because I deeply care for you
(Baby, baby, baby, I love you)
I reiterate my love for you
There ain't no doubt about it
My love for you is absolute
Some day you might want to run away
In the future, you may consider ending our relationship
And leave me sittin' here a cryin'
If you do leave, it will cause me significant emotional pain
But if it's all the same to you, baby
But if it's up to you, my dear
I'm gonna stop you from saying goodbye (goodbye)
I will try to prevent you from leaving me
Baby, I love you, baby I need you, baby I want you
I express my love, dependence, and desire for you
Don't let your neighbors tell you I don't want you
Don't listen to rumors or gossip about my feelings for you
Don't let your low down friends tell you I don't need you
Don't let your negative and untrustworthy friends influence your perception of my feelings for you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, SPRINGTIME MUSIC INC
Written by: RONNIE SHANNON
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