1.) Half Pint (born Lindon Ro… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists under this name:
1.) Half Pint (born Lindon Roberts) is a Jamaican dancehall, ragga, and reggae singer. He was born in the West Kingston enclave of Rose Lane. He was nicknamed "Half Pint" by a Mr. Brown, who was the father of one of his mother's friends in nearby Waterhouse. Pint's first single, Sally, was released in 1983 followed by Winsome, which went on to be covered by the Rolling Stones in 1987. Other singles by Pint include Mr. Landlord, Level the Vibes, Substitute Lover, and the hit single, Victory. His 1986 single Greetings helped universalize the term raggamuffin. Sublime's 1996 hit What I Got is based on the chorus on Pint's Loving.
2.) Half Pint also refers to a Miami Bass rap artist.
Lovin'
Half Pint Lyrics
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Lovin is all I've got
Hey girl remember that
Lovin is where it's at
Right here
Hey little women don't you worry or front
Your kind of lips are so defined
And to me you're one of kind
Lovin is all I've got
Hey girl remember that
Lovin is where it's at
Right here
I don't mean to brag
I don't mean to boast
My love for you is from the feeling the most
Slipping and sliding
If you're running you can't hide
My love is on the other side
Lovin is all I've got
Hey girl remember that
Lovin is what I've got
ooooo eeeee
Baby you know I need you I need you
Darling don't you worry no way
Cuz friend me tell you this and tell you that
My love for you keep growing non stop
Slipping and sliding
If you're running you can't hide
My lovin for you is on the other side
Lovin is all I've got
Hey girl remember that
Lovin is where it's at
Ooooo eeeee
My dearly
I need you I need you madly
Lovin is all I've got
Hey girl remember that
Lovin come get it now
I don't mean to brag
I don't mean to boast
My love for you is from the feeling the most
Lovin is all I've got
oooo eeee
Joking, no no no more smoking
Don't think about ghosting
Cuz you you and me
Lovin is all I've got
hey girl remember that
Lovin is what I've got
Just for you
You
Strictly You
Lovin is all I've got
Hey girl remember that
Lovin' is where it's at
Right here
Friend me tell you this and tell you that
My love for you keep growing non stop
Slipping and sliding
If you're running you can't hide
My lovin for you is on the other side
Lovin is all I've got
Hey girl remember that
Lovin' is what I've got
Right here
Lovin is all I've got
Hey girl remember that
Lovin is where it's at
Oh baby I need you I need you
In Half Pint's song "Lovin' in 2," the artist emphasizes the importance and centrality of love in his life. He sings to a woman he is interested in, reminding her to remember that love is all he has and where it's at. Half Pint reassures her that he is not boasting, but his love for her is genuine and pure. He also mentions that he recognizes the uniqueness of her lips and character, making her one of a kind. He emphasizes that he needs her in his life and tells her not to worry because his love for her will never stop growing.
Throughout the song, Half Pint uses a variety of rhythmic devices. While the song's tempo is relatively slow, the use of syncopation, the emphasis on the upbeats, keeps the song's rhythm engaging and lively. Half Pint also uses repetition throughout the chorus of the song, repeating the phrase "Lovin is all I've got" and "Lovin' come get it now." The use of repetition, particularly the repetition of the word "lovin'," emphasizes the song's central theme and underscores the importance of the emotion in Half Pint's life.
The song also features a bassline that gives the song a smooth and mellow feel. The vocal harmonies used throughout the song add depth and texture to the song, along with the use of a melodic guitar solo in the song's outro. Overall, the song's production is simple and understated, allowing Half Pint's vocals and lyrics to take center stage.
Line by Line Meaning
Lovin is all I've got
The only thing I have to offer is love
Hey girl remember that
I want you to remember that my love is all I have
Lovin is where it's at
Love is the most important thing
Right here
In this moment
Hey little women don't you worry or front
Don't stress or act fake
True lovin is what you get
I am offering genuine love
Your kind of lips are so defined
I love your lips
And to me you're one of kind
You are unique and special to me
I don't mean to brag
I don't want to sound conceited
I don't mean to boast
I don't want to sound arrogant either
My love for you is from the feeling the most
I truly love you with all my heart
Slipping and sliding
Things are unpredictable and changing
If you're running you can't hide
If you try to avoid love, you won't succeed
My love is on the other side
I am offering my love even if it's not reciprocated
oooo eeeee
Emphasizing emotion
Baby you know I need you I need you
I am hoping you feel the same
Darling don't you worry no way
Don't stress or have doubts
Cuz friend me tell you this and tell you that
Others might give you advice
My love for you keep growing non stop
My love for you is increasing
Lovin come get it now
I am offering my love now
Joking, no no no more smoking
I am serious and committed
Don't think about ghosting
Don't just disappear without saying anything
Cuz you you and me
We are in this together
Just for you
My love is only for you
Strictly You
You are the only one for me
Oh baby I need you I need you
I really need you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LINDON ROBERTS
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Ernesto Dam
on One In A Million
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