Commitment
Garnett Silk Lyrics


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Baby im so confused, dont know what to do
Baby have i told you,
Things wouldnt be so easy
I have a family, and there depending on me,
I know you wish there was no one else
You dont have to tell me, you want me for yourself

Cause commitment, has got a hold of me




Overall Meaning

The song "Commitment" by Garnett Silk Poignantly depicts the struggle of a man caught between his love interest and his responsibilities towards his family. The lines "Baby, I'm so confused, don't know what to do / Baby have I told you, things wouldn't be so easy," convey his confusion and the difficult choice that he has to make.


The man acknowledges that he has a family who is dependent on him, while also recognizing the feelings of his love interest, who wishes that there was nobody else but him. The line "You don't have to tell me, you want me for yourself" portrays his understanding of her desire to be his only one. However, despite his love for the woman, he realizes that he cannot simply leave his family and responsibilities behind.


The chorus of the song, "Commitment, has got a hold of me," sums up the man's struggle to make a decision. He is committed to his family and his responsibilities, which is weighing heavily on him. The song as a whole is a beautiful insight into the complexities of love and the importance of meeting one's responsibilities.


Line by Line Meaning

Baby, I'm so confused, don't know what to do
My mind is in a state of disarray, I'm not sure what actions to take


Baby, have I told you, things wouldn't be so easy?
I hope I've made it clear that this situation won't be a smooth ride


I have a family, and they're depending on me
I have obligations and responsibilities to take care of my loved ones


I know you wish there was no one else
I'm aware that you desire my undivided attention


You don't have to tell me, you want me for yourself
I understand that you want to be the only one in my life


'Cause commitment has got a hold of me
My loyalty and devotion to my family and responsibilities has a strong grip on me




Writer(s): Bobby Dixon, G. Smith, Anthony Rochester

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@samsunggalaxys7745

you can't. be a true reggae fan if you don't know this man here .. nuff respect Silky one

@dazpeart3933

One of the best artists ever, if you wonna have a positive mind listen to Garnet. May every one listen to a silk,share with others and the younger ones that don't really know about him and let's keep his memory on by playing his songs

@alvinsingh7484

He have the best voice raga to touch reggae music he would be the greatest if he never dead still feeling sad when I listen to him

@alvinsingh7484

Here in 2020

@jacquelinewongsang3561

Such a prolific singer songwriter

@dannydesir2626

@@jacquelinewongsang3561 tash

@terryinnocent2724

love this song it never gets old

@jordancarterlifestylepage4726

Terry ann Wright never

@rootsma5746

One of my favorites by him

@jahvaults6500

I still remember when he passed away like it was yesterday!! his music still lives on and will never be matched ..... true reggae great

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