Ginuwine can be spotted in one of Jodeci's videos. There, he met rapper Missy Elliott and producer "Timbaland", who became his main collaborators through the 1990s. Ginuwine's first single, the 1996 " Pony" from Ginuwine...The Bachelor, showcased his smooth vocals and Timbaland's innovative production style, and the two became a hit-making duo.
After his second album, 100% Ginuwine, released in 1999, Ginuwine and Timbaland grew apart, and producers such as R. Kelly have crafted hits for him since then. In 2001, Ginuwine had a number-four hit on the Billboard Hot 100 with the single " Differences", which also peaked at number-one on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart. In 2002, Ginuwine was a feature artist on P. Diddy's number-one hit "I Need a Girl (Part II)".
Ginuwine's fifth album, Back II Da Basics, was released on November 15, 2005. The album debuted at number 12 on the Billboard 200, selling close to 100,000 copies. Ginuwine stated on BET's Top 100 countdown that the album went Gold with sales of 500,000 copies.
In May 2007, an album entitled I Apologize was released in stores. Although attributed to Ginuwine, the release was an unauthorized album and only included three Ginuwine songs - apparently from stolen masters - and ten songs by other artists. Ginuwine spoke against the unofficial release on both his MySpace page and through YouTube.
Ginuwine's sixth album entitled A Man's Thoughts, was released on June 23, 2009. Ginuwine formed a group with Tank and Tyrese named TGT. Their first single was a remix of Tank's "Please Don't Go". They were supposed to tour but plans fell apart due to conflicting schedules.
Ginuwine announced on his Myspace Blog on August 21, 2008 that due to label and legal issues they will not be able to release an official TGT album. Ginuwine is the founder and CEO of LoveSong Incorporated, after completing his contract with 550 Music/Epic. Ginuwine announced on his Myspace blog on August 21, 2008 that he signed a major label deal with Notifi Records/Warner Brothers.
Tell Me Do U Wanna
Ginuwine Lyrics
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Check me out baby
Tell me do you want to go home with me?
Tell me do you want to come creep with me?
Tell me do you want to get wild with me?
Tell me do you want to go home?
Tell me do you want to come creep with me?
Tell me do you want to get wild with me?
Tell me do you want to go home?
The dance floor is jumpin'
The music is pumpin'
I'm checkin' out your grooves
'Bout to make my moves
Across this crowded room
'Cause I'm scoping you
I'm feeling confident
I just came from the bar
Sick of wondering
Who the hell you are
'Cause I want you
What a nigga gotta do
Tell me do you want to go home with me?
Tell me do you want to come creep with me?
Tell me do you want to get wild with me?
Tell me do you want to go home?
Tell me do you want to go home with me?
Tell me do you want to come creep with me?
Tell me do you want to get wild with me?
Tell me do you want to go home?
You want to have some fun?
Come ride with me, let's chill
I'll take you to a place
And both of us get ill
'Cause I'm feeling you
Just tell me what to do, baby
Take my hand lets go
That's all I want to do
Fellas wondering
How to step with you
'Cause my game was tight
Everything turned out right
That night, tell me
Tell me do you want to go home with me?
Tell me do you want to come creep with me?
Tell me do you want to get wild with me?
Tell me do you want to go home?
Tell me do you want to go home with me?
Tell me do you want to come creep with me?
Tell me do you want to get wild with me?
Tell me do you want to go home?
I'll break you off
'Til the sun comes up
Baby, come and get this thang girl
Won't tell a soul
It's down low
Trust me, I'll give you what you want baby
Let's go get freaky
'Cause I'm in the mood
Get nasty, get wild on my side baby
Want to get in where I fit in baby
Baby, tell me do you want to go
Tell me do you want to go home with me?
Tell me do you want to come creep with me?
Tell me do you want to get wild with me?
Tell me do you want to go home?
In the song "Tell Me Do U Wanna," Ginuwine is essentially propositioning someone at a nightclub to go home with him. He is checking out their moves on the dance floor and feeling confident after having a few drinks. He makes it clear that he wants to have some fun and is willing to take them to a place to get "ill" together. He reassures them that they can trust him with their secrets, and he's willing to be as freaky as they want to be. Overall, the lyrics are pretty straightforward, in typical R&B fashion, and the song is all about seduction.
However, the nuances reveal the desperation of vulnerability. The repetition of the chorus underlines the urge to be wanted - Tell me do u wanna - something that every person feels at some point in their life. A night out hoping someone would notice them, flirting for attention, and the validation of being able to seduce someone you want. In Ginuwine's song, it is essential to understand the desire to be wanted.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me do you want to go home with me?
Asking if you want to come back with me and spend the night.
Tell me do you want to come creep with me?
Asking if you want to sneak away with me and do something naughty.
Tell me do you want to get wild with me?
Asking if you want to do something adventurous or daring with me.
Tell me do you want to go home?
Asking again if you want to come back to my place or go somewhere else.
The dance floor is jumpin'
The music and energy in the room is exciting and lively.
The music is pumpin'
The beat of the music is strong and driving the crowd's energy.
I'm checkin' out your grooves
I'm watching your moves and dance style.
'Bout to make my moves
I'm about to approach you and try to make a connection.
Because I'm scoping you
Because I'm interested in you and checking you out.
I'm feeling confident
I feel good about myself and my chances with you.
I just came from the bar
I've been drinking and feeling loose.
Sick of wondering Who the hell you are
Tired of trying to figure out your situation and if you're interested in me.
'Cause I want you
Because I'm attracted to you and want to be with you.
What a nigga gotta do
What do I need to do to win you over.
You want to have some fun?
Asking if you're interested in having a good time.
Come ride with me, let's chill
Let's go somewhere and relax together.
I'll take you to a place
I have a destination in mind for us to go.
And both of us get ill
And we'll have a wild and crazy time there.
'Cause I'm feeling you
Because I'm really into you and want to be with you.
Just tell me what to do, baby
I'm open to doing whatever you want and following your lead.
Take my hand let's go
Let me lead you on this adventure.
That's all I want to do
I just want to spend time with you and enjoy each other's company.
Fellas wondering
Other guys are curious about how to get your attention.
How to step with you
How to impress you and get close to you.
'Cause my game was tight
Because I was smooth and confident in approaching you.
Everything turned out right
It all worked out and now I'm with you.
I'll break you off
I'll pleasure you sexually.
'Til the sun comes up
All night long, until morning.
Baby, come and get this thang girl
Come and experience my sexual prowess.
Won't tell a soul
I'll keep our intimate encounter between us.
It's down low
Our relationship will be kept secret and discreet.
Trust me, I'll give you what you want baby
You can trust me to provide what you're looking for sexually.
Let's go get freaky
Let's try new and exciting sexual experiences.
'Cause I'm in the mood
Because I'm feeling sexual and ready for action.
Get nasty, get wild on my side baby
Be adventurous and kinky with me.
Want to get in where I fit in baby
I want to be involved in your life and be close to you.
Baby, tell me do you want to go
Do you want to be with me and explore our sexual chemistry?
Lyrics ยฉ Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JIMMY N DOUGLASS, ELGIN LUMPKIN, TIMOTHY N MOSLEY, ROBERT N REIVES
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@venomtwoohnine3192
Who is here in 2024?
@shantiwalker2237
Heeeeeeyyy
@HannibalHector714
This generation will never understand how DOPE the 90s were. โ๐ฝ๐
@warrengomez67
Ginuwine was a gee
@munahmanley1532
Never
@MsG8summit
Shiiiit when this song came out I wanted to jump through the t.v he was fine asf but now ๐
@Mr-zw2tt
This generation won't understand anything that's is real and non artificial
@rod4726
Facts , 80โs baby here
@fatmac2023
This beat and song is crazy ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ That Missy, Timberland, Aaliyah, Ginuwine era will 4ever be unmatched...
@sheilaj85
No music can match 90โs R&B!!!!! โค