Knight started to record solo material due to legal issues that forced her and The Pips to record separately. Her solo debut "Miss Gladys Knight" was released in 1978 followed by "Gladys Knight" on Colombia Records. Knight recorded the title track for the James Bond movie "Licence To Kill." It became a Top 10 hit in the UK, peaking at #6. Knight's third solo album, "Good Woman" was released in 1991 on MCA Records (now Geffen Records). The album quickly climbed the charts to #1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album features the lead single, "Men" (#2 R&B). Her fourth album, "Just For You" followed in 1995. The album went Gold. Knight most recent album is her critically acclaimed ninth studio album, "Before Me", released in 2006.
Do You Really Want To Know
Gladys Knight Lyrics
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When we kiss you know that it's tight
We're so close but still, we keep missing that something that's real
It's the thought of you loving me that makes me feel high
But I need you to make love to my mind
Just say your gonna be all that I need
Boy you know thats a lot to be,
Do you really want to talk about what I'm feeling
Or do you want me to say that everything is A ok
when its not what it should be
Cuz if you really want to know who I am inside take it to a deeper place and show the world your mine,
Do you really want to know what makes me fall in love
If it's real then stay, If it's not then go on your way, If you need more time, it's ok It's got to be right,
It's the thought of you loving me that makes me feel high
But I need you to make love to my mind
Just say that your gonna be all that I need
Then you better get to know about me
Do Ya Do you really want to talk about what I'm feeling (Do you really know) Do you really want to know about me Oh yeah, and do you really want me to say that everything is A ok when it's not what it should be
Cuz if you really want to know who I am inside just take it to a deeper place and show the world your mine
Do you really want to know what makes me fall in love
Do you really want to know what makes my tears fall umm
How to make me laugh when I am sad and what I dream about
There's so many things about me that nobody else will ever see
But if you really want to know, (if you really want to know) what makes me fall in love
Do you really want to talk about what I'm feeling do you really want to know about me uh huh
And do you want me to say that everything is A ok
Yeah it's not all it should be (do you really want to know) cuz if you really want to know who I am inside take it to a deeper place and show the world your mine
Do you really want to know what makes me fall in love, Uh Huh
Do you really want to know what makes me fall in love
The lyrics to Gladys Knight's "Do You Really Want to Know" speak to the desire for deeper connection and understanding in a romantic relationship. The singer in the song recognizes the physical and emotional closeness they share with their partner but feels that there is still something missing, something more real. They express this longing for genuine connection through the line "It's the thought of you loving me that makes me feel high, but I need you to make love to my mind."
The singer challenges their partner to truly want to know and understand them, asking if they are willing to discuss the singer's feelings, thoughts, and dreams. The line "There's so many things about me that nobody else will ever see" suggests that the singer wants to be truly seen and known by their partner in a way that no one else can.
The song closes with the singer asking if their partner really wants to know what makes them fall in love and what makes them cry. They emphasize the importance of taking the time to truly understand one another and create a deeper, more meaningful connection.
Overall, "Do You Really Want to Know" is an expression of the need for authentic emotional connection in a romantic relationship, beyond just physical intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
When we talk it's right
Our conversations feel good and genuine
When we kiss you know that it's tight
Our physical connection is strong and satisfying
We're so close but still, we keep missing that something that's real
Despite our closeness, there is a sense of something missing between us
It's the thought of you loving me that makes me feel high
The idea of your love elevates my emotions
But I need you to make love to my mind
I crave a deeper connection and understanding of each other
Just say your gonna be all that I need
Promise to fulfill my needs and desires
Boy you know thats a lot to be,
You understand that it is a significant commitment
Do you really want to talk about what I'm feeling
Are you genuinely interested in understanding my emotions?
Do you really wanna know about me
Do you truly desire to know me on a deeper level?
Or do you want me to say that everything is A ok
Do you only want me to express surface-level positivity?
when its not what it should be
When things are not actually okay
Cuz if you really want to know who I am inside take it to a deeper place and show the world your mine,
If you genuinely desire to understand me, we need to go deeper than surface-level; demonstrate our connection to the world
Do you really want to know what makes me fall in love
Are you interested in understanding what qualities attract me to someone?
If it's real then stay, If it's not then go on your way
If our connection is genuine, stay with me; if not, leave
If you need more time, it's ok It's got to be right,
If you require more time to determine the authenticity of our connection, that is acceptable; it needs to be genuine
Do Ya Do you really want to talk about what I'm feeling (Do you really know)
Do you truly comprehend my emotions and desire to discuss them?
Do you really want to know about me
Are you truly interested in learning about me?
Oh yeah, and do you really want me to say that everything is A ok when it's not what it should be
Do you want me to pretend everything is alright when it is not?
Cuz if you really want to know who I am inside just take it to a deeper place and show the world your mine
If you genuinely desire to understand me, deepen our connection and demonstrate our bond to the world
Do you really want to know what makes my tears fall umm
Do you genuinely desire to understand what brings me to tears?
How to make me laugh when I am sad and what I dream about
Understand how to bring me joy even during difficult moments and learn about my aspirations
There's so many things about me that nobody else will ever see
There are aspects of myself that only you will understand and experience
But if you really want to know, (if you really want to know) what makes me fall in love
If you truly desire to understand my heart, I am willing to share
Uh Huh
Affirmative response
Contributed by Juliana G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ginger Williams
on Mr. Love
I'm 84 years old and I've never heard this beautiful message. My daughter introduced it to me and I'm gonna keep listening. I love it