Say What You Want
Ian Carey feat. Mochico Lyrics
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I Know What You Want
Busta Rhymes feat. Flipmode Squad, Mariah Carey
I Know What You Want
Shorty I know what you need
I got everything you need
I promise I ain't gonna hold out either
It's on, bust it
[Chorus: 1- Busta Rhymes 2- Mariah Carey]
[1] - Baby if you give it to me
I'll give it to you
I know what you want
You know I got it
Baby if you give it to me
I'll give it to you
I know what you want
You know I got it
[2] - Baby if you give it to me
I'll give it to you
I know what you want
You know I got it
Baby if you give it to me
I'll give it to you
I know what you want
You know I got it
[Verse 1: Spliff Star]
We been together for a few years
Shared a few tears
Called each other nicknames
Like Sugar Plum and Poo Bear
I'm always on the road
I'm hardly ever home
Always busy this busy that
Can't talk on the phone
I know you aggrevated
Walk around frustrated
Ya patience gettin' short
How long can you tolerate it
Listen ma I'm just motivated
I do this for us
Step on the grind tryin' to elevate it now
[Verse 2: Baby Sham]
Hey yo to really be honest
You stuck with me through my whole struggle
Can't express the words
How much the kid loves ya
I'ma stand as a man never above ya
I can tell that you different from most
Slightly approach you
And that ill shit about it
We gon' sex every day
But when we sex we tease
In a passionate way
I love the way you touch it
Those little elaborate ways
Got the guard feelin' released
To relax for the day
It's on you ma
[Chorus 1- Busta Rhymes 2- Mariah Carey]
[Verse 3: Busta Rhymes]
Shh, mami listen
I feel ya love for me baby
And how it move through you
I been longin' for the moment
To talk the truth to you
Listen, I'm never home
I always get up and go
Puttin' you through the unnecessary rigga-ma-ro
I never meant to put a thousand pounds
Of stress on ya head
I love the way we sleep
And always cuddle in bed
Baby, I stay embracin' ya patience
Sheddin' ya tears with me
I ask you my mami
Please continue to bear with me
[Verse 4: Rah Digga]
We started out broke
Constantly on a roll
Cuttin' up in the streets like we would never get old
Went from Lucy's and buses to fifty cent sodas
And Novas to Hondas to Lexus to Rovers
Mad years passed
Still got each other back
Word is bond never screw none of these industry cats
We like Scull and Mulder
Walkin' shoulder to shoulder
Milkin' this game watchin' our seeds gettin' older
[Chorus 1- Busta Rhymes 2- Mariah Carey]
[Verse 5: Busta Rhymes]
Yes you know I'll die for you
And ya know I'll ride with you
I will always try with you
And give ya my love and cry with you
[Verser 6: Mariah Carey]
I will climb a mountain high
Until I was up to touch the sky
So baby come and get more close to me
This is where your love is supposed to be
[Verse 7: Rampage]
I pull up to the house in a yellow Lamborghini
It's been a few months in PA you haven't seen me
Ya lookin' good in that Gucci bikini
38 carats ya ring lookin' freezy
No matter what I do in the world you never leave me
Fall back ma I'll make ya lifestyle easy
I appreciate the things ya do to please me
Lookin' at my daughter you'll never do me greasy
[Chorus 1- Busta Rhymes 2- Mariah Carey]
[Busta Rhymes speaking with Mariah ad-libs]
Flipmode Records, J Records
Def Jam Records
Busta Rhymes... Mariah
Flipmode Squad, yeah
So beautiful
Ah-ha I knew you was gon' give me that high note
Mariah
Ah-ha-ha yeah
The song "I Know What You Want" is a collaboration between Busta Rhymes, Flipmode Squad, and Mariah Carey. The lyrics tell the story of a man and woman who have been together for a while but are struggling to find a way to communicate effectively. The man is frequently on the road, and the woman is frustrated by his absence. However, he assures her that he knows what she wants and promises to give her everything she needs. Meanwhile, the woman expresses her devotion to the man and her willingness to do whatever it takes to make the relationship work.
The song's chorus is repeated throughout, with Busta Rhymes and Mariah Carey taking turns singing it. The lyrics are straightforward but effective, conveying the idea that the two lovers are committed to each other despite the challenges they face. The verses are split among various members of the Flipmode Squad, each of whom offers their perspective on the relationship.
The overall message of "I Know What You Want" is one of resilience and determination. The song suggests that love can conquer all, even when two people are struggling to find a way to connect. Busta Rhymes and Mariah Carey's vocal acrobatics provide a powerful emotional backdrop to the lyrics, making this a memorable and moving song.
Line by Line Meaning
Shorty I know what you need
I'm aware of your wants and desires, darling
I got everything you need
I possess all the necessary things to satisfy you
I promise I ain't gonna hold out either
I swear I won't withhold or keep anything from you, no matter the circumstance
I'ma give it all to you baby
I'll grant you all that is required, babe
Baby if you give it to me
Sweetheart, if you provide me with what I need
I'll give it to you
I'll give you what you want
I know what you want
I'm well aware of what you yearn for
You know I got it
You understand that I have it
We been together for a few years
We've been paired up for a couple of years
Shared a few tears
Experienced some sad moments together
Called each other nicknames
Referred to one another using pet names
Like Sugar Plum and Poo Bear
Examples of pet names used
Listen ma I'm just motivated
Understand, dear, I'm only driven
I do this for us
I take action for both of us
I can tell that you different from most
I can sense that you're distinct from others
We gon' sex every day
Let's make love or have intercourse daily
But when we sex we tease
But when we're intimate, we arouse one another
In a passionate way
In a fervent or enthusiastic manner
Those little elaborate ways
Those distinctive and meticulous techniques
Got the guard feelin' released
Made the person feel liberated
To relax for the day
To loosen up for the day
Shh, mami listen
Shh, mother listen
I feel ya love for me baby
I sense your affection for me, darling
And how it move through you
And how it thrives within you
I been longin' for the moment
I've been yearning for this time
To talk the truth to you
To express the truth to you
Puttin' you through the unnecessary rigga-ma-ro
Making life difficult for you unnecessarily
I love the way we sleep
I adore how we slumber
And always cuddle in bed
And constantly hold one another while in bed
Yes you know I'll die for you
Indeed, you know that I will perish for you
And ya know I'll ride with you
And you acknowledge that I'll accompany you
I will always try with you
I'll always endeavor with you
And give ya my love and cry with you
And bestow my affection and weep with you
I will climb a mountain high
I will ascend a tall mountain
Until I was up to touch the sky
Until I achieved the highest summit to reach the sky
So baby come and get more close to me
Therefore, dear, come nearer to me
This is where your love is supposed to be
This is where your affection ought to reside
It's been a few months in PA you haven't seen me
It's been several months in Pennsylvania since we've met
Ya lookin' good in that Gucci bikini
You look fantastic in that Gucci swimming outfit
38 carats ya ring lookin' freezy
Your 38-carat ring appears cold or icy
No matter what I do in the world you never leave me
Regardless of what I do in the world, you never desert me
Fall back ma I'll make ya lifestyle easy
Relax, dear, I'll make your standard of living effortless
I appreciate the things ya do to please me
I value the gestures you do to make me happy
Lookin' at my daughter you'll never do me greasy
Observing my daughter, you'll never behave maliciously towards me
Ah-ha I knew you was gon' give me that high note
Ah-ha, I predicted you would include those high-pitched vocalizations
Contributed by Jayden M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@princesihle1764
This Jam takes me back to 2005, in high school ..the first time I danced with ex at a concert damn! this track was boss and is still flames in 2020!
@housevibez8828
Exactly brotha!!! 2005 !!!! Be proud!!!!!
@samkelokhoza246
A South African house lover has made it to 2021..... if you still enjoy this timeless house tune π
@zinhlehadebe544
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@housevibez8828
Respect!
@ethanrtx8401
2023 still here still a bangah π₯π₯π₯π₯π₯π₯
@mikeharrington2793
2017 - Still one of the greatest house tracks ever produced. Period.
@mariocondello2282
Ian Carey
@housevibez8828
2005 Baby!!!!
@MrBlackFabio
I remember hearing this song for the first time back in September 2005 during Steve Angello and Sebastian Ingrosso's first Radio 1 Essential Mix.