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.
What's So Different
Ginuwine Lyrics
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What's so different?
If you cheated on him,
how do i know you're not gonna cheat on me
I need to tell you something, check this out
You say you love me
But at one time you loved him so what's so different
What would you do or think of me would you trust me
But your feeding me
all this rap about
how its different but its not mentioned what you're doing is wicked
Now I'm having second thoughts about
you and me 'cause this is not how I want it or it should be
You say you want my trust and told me you were leavin'
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your tellin' me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
Your creepin' on him for me but you say just trust me
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your telling me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
Like saying goes you reep what you sow
And what goes around
comes back around to you five times harder and I'm pretty sure
that he's thinking, that you're totally his
but you're here in my rimmed up drop top with me all hugged up
And all over me kissin' all of me
Is that to get me where you want me to be I don't want this to happen to me
So I'll drop you off go back to your man 'cause really this ain't me
You say you want my trust and told me you were leavin'
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your tellin' me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
Your creepin' on him for me but you say just trust me
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your telling me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
Baby tell me one thing how could you do it
What did he do to you does he know he blew it
Or is it just that you wanna get even
baby if that's not it please tell me the reason
I just don't wanna get caught up in drama
If you don't want him just tell him don't cheat on him
If you don't tell him me and you can't be
'Cause tell me how I'll know you won't do that shit to me
You say you want my trust and told me you were leavin'
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your tellin' me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
Your creepin' on him for me but you say just trust me
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your telling me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
You say you want my trust and told me you were leavin'
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your tellin' me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
Your creepin' on him for me but you say just trust me
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your telling me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
Ginuwine's song What's So Different delves into issues of trust, infidelity, and insecurity in relationships. The song's lyrics revolve around the singer's doubts about his partner's fidelity and her assurance that she won't cheat on him, even though she had cheated on her previous partner. The singer grapples with conflicting emotions, as he is in love with her but also wary of being vulnerable and getting hurt. The lyrics suggest that the singer believes that history might repeat itself, and he might meet the same fate as her previous partner. In this song, Ginuwine is trying to understand what's so different about his situation compared to her previous relationship, and he struggles to believe in her promises.
The lyrics contained in "What's So Different" suggest the importance of trust in any romantic relationship. The song highlights the complexities of relationships and the impact infidelity can have on them. Ginuwine is almost struggling through the song, questioning the motives of his beloved, as he does not want to be hurt in the same way. The song seems to suggest that when a partner cheats, it's difficult for the other to trust them fully again, and this can create tensions in relationships, like those depicted in "What's So Different."
Line by Line Meaning
What's so different?
What makes you think that things will be different with me?
If you cheated on him,
how do i know you're not gonna cheat on me
If you've been unfaithful before, how can I trust that you won't do it again with me?
I need to tell you something, check this out
I have something to say that you need to hear.
You say you love me
But at one time you loved him so what's so different
You claim to love me now, but you also claimed to love your ex. What has changed?
Tell me if you were in my shoes
What would you do or think of me would you trust me
If our roles were reversed, would you trust me given the circumstances?
But your feeding me
all this rap about
how its different but its not mentioned what you're doing is wicked
You're trying to convince me that things are different now, but you're not acknowledging the wrong you've done.
Now I'm having second thoughts about
you and me 'cause this is not how I want it or it should be
I am starting to question if we should be together because of the situation at hand.
Like saying goes you reep what you sow
And what goes around
comes back around to you five times harder and I'm pretty sure
that he's thinking, that you're totally his
There's a saying that what you put out into the world comes back to you multiplied, and I think your ex will soon realize that you're not loyal to him.
but you're here in my rimmed up drop top with me all hugged up
And all over me kissin' all of me
Is that to get me where you want me to be I don't want this to happen to me
You're affectionate with me in public, but I don't want to be a pawn in your game to make your ex jealous or to get what you want from me.
So I'll drop you off go back to your man 'cause really this ain't me
I will take you back to your ex because I don't want to be a part of this scheme or any drama.
Baby tell me one thing how could you do it
What did he do to you does he know he blew it
Or is it just that you wanna get even
baby if that's not it please tell me the reason
I need to know why you cheated on your ex, did he wrong you or are you just being vengeful? If there's another reason, please tell me.
I just don't wanna get caught up in drama
If you don't want him just tell him don't cheat on him
If you don't tell him me and you can't be
'Cause tell me how I'll know you won't do that shit to me
I don't want to be involved in any drama or deceit. If you truly want to be with me, break things off with your ex honestly. Otherwise, I can't trust that you won't do the same thing to me.
You say you want my trust and told me you were leavin'
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your tellin' me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
Your creepin' on him for me but you say just trust me
How am I to know that you won't do it to me
Your telling me its different but what the hell is different
If you cheated on him you'll do it to me
You tell me you want my trust and that things are different now, but your past actions speak louder than your words. If you cheated on your ex, how can I trust that you won't do it to me? You may be sneaking around with me, but that doesn't guarantee that you're faithful or trustworthy.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TIMOTHY MOSLEY, ELGIN B. LUMPKIN, TOMMY BOYCE, BOBBY HART
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@amtownsyou
Timbaland was NOT to be fucked with in 99
@abole01
André Bhutta word!!!
@AnAdorableWombat
At all!
@pereiraplaza222
It's weird R&B in 2002 sounded so different than in 1999
@GMANKOOL23
@Lucien De Rubempré We were still in that weird transition phase from 2000 to 2001 .
@pereiraplaza222
Timbaland Jesus he was soooo good. Much better than Dre honestly. That beat from that song "baby if you strip you can get a tip" and this beat, and all of Aaliyah and Missy Elliot beats.. And Nelly Furtado etc. His fist album with Magoo was lit too.
@amberdorsey4362
Static Major was so underated rated he had written songs for all kind of artist he had a sound beyond his years rest in peace
@deidrethomas1703
yessss!!!!
@deidrethomas1703
hearing him on the background vocals too yesss
@SLICKZADDY
We luv you STATIC