She is also the vocal part on Little Jackie, a project she does together with Adam Pallin.
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Count To 10
Imani Coppola Lyrics
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Your face is a mess, but your ass looks alight
And I must confess, your looks are not the best
So I`ll have to recommend that you stay mostly dressed
Everybody need a little kissin` sometimes
So come on baby kiss me where the sun don`t shine
I don`t want to look, no, no I can't watch
I am tired of seeing your face
Have some place and deal with race
Why don`t you just turn out the light
Help me get through this night
I`m gonna count to 10, I want you out of my life
Just say when, I want you out of my life
1-2-3-4-5-6-7--8-9-10
You out on your ass again,
lonely little heart has to pray for a friend
1-2-3-4-5-6-7--8-9-10
Good luck when your out on your own
Here`s a little treat, little doggie bone
I am the girl of your dreams and you`re the man-of-the-hour
And my love for you ran out its like a morning flower
It will slowly wilt away if not gone by midday
So hurry up and get it up and get busy
I am tired of seeing your face
Have some place and deal with race
Why don`t you just turn out the light
Help me get through this night
I`m gonna count to 10, I want you out of my life
Just say when, I want you out of my life
1-2-3-4-5-6-7--8-9-10
You out on your ass again
Lonely little heart has to pray for a friend
1-2-3-4-5-6-7--8-9-10
Good luck when your out on your own
Here`s a little treat, little doggie bone
I`m gonna count to 10, I want you out of my life
Just say when, I want you out of my life
1-2-3-4-5-6-7--8-9-10
You out on your ass again
Lonely little heart has to pray for a friend
1-2-3-4-5-6-7--8-9-10
Good luck when your out on your own
Here`s a little treat, little doggie bone
You know the rest
The lyrics to Imani Coppola's song "Count to 10" tell the story of a woman who is tired of being with someone who doesn't meet her standards. While she acknowledges that her partner's physical appearance is lacking, she is still willing to engage in physical intimacy with him. The lyrics suggest that the relationship is one of convenience rather than love, and the singer is only putting up with the relationship until she can find something better.
The singer's ambivalence toward her partner is evident in the lyrics, as she vacillates between wanting him gone and being willing to tolerate him for the time being. The repeated refrain of "I'm gonna count to 10, I want you out of my life / Just say when, I want you out of my life" underscores the singer's desire to end the relationship, while admitting that it won't be easy. The song ends with a crude insult-- "Here's a little treat, little doggie bone"-- which serves to further dehumanize the singer's partner and reinforce the idea that the relationship is all about power and control.
Overall, the lyrics to "Count to 10" are a biting commentary on the transient nature of relationships and the tendency to settle for less than what we really want. The singer's frankness and wit make the song both humorous and relatable, even if the subject matter is somewhat dark.
Line by Line Meaning
You`re not who I want, but you will do for the night
I am settling for you tonight, even though you're not my first choice
Your face is a mess, but your ass looks alight
You're not the most attractive person, but your body is decent
And I must confess, your looks are not the best
I have to admit that you're not very good-looking
So I`ll have to recommend that you stay mostly dressed
I prefer you keep most of your clothes on
Everybody need a little kissin` sometimes
Everyone desires some affection from time to time
So come on baby kiss me where the sun don`t shine
I want you to be intimate with me in a private place
I don`t want to look, no, no I can't watch
I don't want to see what's happening
So ease on down and put your hand right in my
Just touch me without me having to watch
I am tired of seeing your face
I'm tired of being around you
Have some place and deal with race
Go find somewhere else to be and confront your issues
Why don`t you just turn out the light
Can we please make it dark in here?
Help me get through this night
Assist me in making it through this evening
I`m gonna count to 10, I want you out of my life
I am going to say goodbye to you for good
Just say when, I want you out of my life
Tell me when to end this relationship
1-2-3-4-5-6-7--8-9-10
Counting down to the end
You out on your ass again, lonely little heart has to pray for a friend
You're out of my life, and I feel lonely and need a new companion
Good luck when your out on your own
I wish you good luck as you move on without me
Here`s a little treat, little doggie bone
Here's a small gift for you as we part ways
I am the girl of your dreams and you`re the man-of-the-hour
I used to be the person you desired, but now you have me for a limited time
And my love for you ran out its like a morning flower
My love for you was fleeting, like a flower that only blooms in the morning
It will slowly wilt away if not gone by midday
If I don't end this relationship soon, my love for you will slowly fade away
So hurry up and get it up and get busy
Let's be physically intimate before it's too late
You know the rest
The rest is self-explanatory
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GREGORY CHARLEY, IMANI COPPOLA, MICHAEL MANGINI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@conceding2kismet
one of my favorite Imani Coppola songs
@sandysunrise9618
awe-inspiring voice ... could listen allllllllll day.
@dinahbling2044
She sure as heck says a Mouth full, lol <3 this song
@nigelbecker8623
Yet another outstanding track from Ms. Coppola... I like this version a lot, but the original version on 'Come and Get Me... What?!' was awfully good too.
@aaroncreagh5490
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@aaroncreagh5052
...still love ya, Mani.