Always On Time
Ja Rule / Ashanti Lyrics
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Always a lie and never the truth
Now as for me, I'm moving on
You'll always be my baby
Baby, I just gotta let you go for now
Thought I could take it for a while
Maybe you'll make it back around
Can't see me changing for a while
Hope I can make it back around
Anything that I want, I can get it, boy
You know you turn me on and on
That's why I switch my frame of mind
Of being there when you call, always on time
I'm looking to spread my wings and party
Everything and for everybody
Need my space, my time alone
It's like our hearts don't match no more
Still everything that you want, you can get it, boy
You know I still got love for you
In court I'll plead the fifth, my baby (baby)
Baby, I just gotta let you go for now
Thought I could take it for a while
Maybe you'll make it back around
Baby, I just gotta live my life for now
Can't see me changing for a while
Hope I can make it back around
When you was cheating, you was probably thinking
I won't sense a thing
But love got a funny way of catching up to lies
And your lies can't look me straight in the eyes
I'm not surprised that you would hurt me, baby
Though why me, baby?
Just let me breathe
And I'll fly freely
If you were me, what would you do?
Always a lie and never the truth
Now as for me, I'm moving on
You'll always be my baby
Baby, I just gotta let you go for now
Thought I could take it for a while
Maybe you'll make it back around
Baby, I just gotta live my life for now
Can't see me changing for a while
Hope I can make it back around
Yo, yo, why in the world would you wanna leave me, girl?
Is there something out there
That you feel is better than what's here at home?
And I know a bitch can do bad on her own
You're not alone, the way you hurt me, baby
Shit, why me, baby?
I feel your pain a little, but I know that love is real
And as long as I let you go that you feel
The need to come back to me, baby
Who else gon' hold you and sex you crazy?
R-U-L-E
Come on back, holla at me, baby
Baby, I just gotta let you go for now
Thought I could take it for a while
Maybe you'll make it back around
Baby, I just gotta live my life for now
Can't see me changing for a while
Hope I can make it back around
Baby, I just gotta let you go for now
Thought I could take it for a while
Maybe you'll make it back around
Baby, I just gotta live my life for now
Can't see me changing for a while
Hope I can make it back around
If you were me, what would you do?
Always a lie and never the truth
Now as for me, I'm moving on
You'll always be my baby
The song "Always On Time" by Ja Rule featuring Ashanti is a mid-tempo R&B track with a hip-hop flavor. The song is about a man who's not always around but is always there for his girlfriend when she needs him. Ja Rule sings about how he may not always be physically present, but he is always there for his partner at the right time. He has given his all to her and wants her to be his. On the other hand, Ashanti melodically responds with a message of assurance that they have something special and their bond is unbreakable.
Ja Rule's verse explains how busy he can be but how much he values and cherishes his relationship with his girlfriend. He talks about how he loves to see her in boots and shades, his admiration for her beauty and how they share a rare connection. Ashanti's verse conveys that there's no one else who could ever replace their special bond. They have been through the ups and downs of the relationship, but they will always be there for each other.
The chorus, which is repeated throughout the song, emphasizes how Ja Rule is always there when his girlfriend needs him, even if he's not physically present. He's there to love and support her through whatever life throws their way.
Overall, the song is about the reassurance and commitment of the love between the two partners and the unconditional support they have for each other when life gets tough.
Line by Line Meaning
Always there when you call (Buckshots, hah), always on time
Even if I'm not always immediately available, I will come through for you whenever you need me
Gave you my, baby be mine
I have given you my all, and now I want you to be with me
Baby, I'm not always there when you call, but I'm always on time
I may not always be present, but I will never leave you hanging and will always be reliable
And I gave you my all, now baby be mine
I have given everything I have to this relationship, and I want you to commit to me
Come on and get a piece of this late-night lover
I want to fulfill your desires and be your passionate partner
You know, the one that swing dick like no other (shit)
I am confident in my sexual prowess and ability to satisfy you
I know, I got a lot of things I need to explain
I understand that there are misunderstandings and things that need to be cleared up
But baby you know the name and love is about pain
You know who I am, and love involves ups and downs, but we can overcome them together
So, stop the complaints and drop the order restraints
Stop nitpicking and let's enjoy our relationship without restrictions
Our sex life's a game so back me down in the paint
Our sexual encounters are exciting and adventurous, so let's go all the way
'Cause I can't wait no more
I'm eager and impatient to be with you
'Cause it's about a quarter-past three and shorty's eyein me
It's late at night, and another woman is interested in me, but I only have eyes for you
I got the Bentley valeted
I have prepared for our encounter and brought my luxury car
And I'm just outside of Jersey, past the Palisades
I have traveled far to be with you
And I love to see that ass in boots and shades
I enjoy your physical appearance and how it makes me feel
Sprawled out on the bed while I'm yankin your braids
I find it kinky and exciting to pull on your hair while we are intimate
Thug style, you never thought I'd make you smile
I may have a rough exterior, but I can also be charming and make you happy
While I'm smackin your ass and fuckin you all wild
I like to be physically dominant and rough during sex
But we share somethin so rare, but who cares, you care
Our love is unique and special, and that is all that matters
Girl, get a grip, come on, pull it together
Stop being dramatic and let's handle any issues maturely
It's only a sun shower, we been through worse weather
Our problems are small in comparison to what we have already overcome
Like the stormy nights you wrote a "Dear Ja" letter
You have written emotional letters to me in the past about our relationship issues
And took my Benz and keyed and cut the leather
You have expressed anger towards me by damaging my car
Bitch, you know better, we live M-O-B
You should understand that we prioritize money, power, and success above all else
Money Over Bitches, Murder, I-N-C
Our loyalty is to our cash, our reputation, and our crew
I got two or three hoes for every V
I have multiple women interested in me and I can choose whoever I want to be with
And I keep 'em drugged up off that ecstasy
I use drugs to control and manipulate the women I am with
I'm a playground legend like Kirkland Pee-wee
I am well-known and respected among the hood basketball league
Name a nigga in the league got more game than me
Nobody can match my skill and success with women
I play hard, there's so many women I fathered
I am a player and have many children with different women
Meet 'em with scars and send 'em home hot and bothered
I break women's hearts and leave them sexually satisfied
Truth or dare, this life ain't apparently fair
In this lifestyle, honesty is key, and life isn't always just
And a love with no glare is a crystal stare
Our love is honest and clear, without any obscurity or confusion
Oh I'm, feelin like ya livin a, double life
I sense that you are hiding things from me and may have another life outside of our relationship
'Cause you don't be comin home, sometimes
You are not always present in our home, and I worry about what you are doing
You and I, got a special bond together
We have a connection that is unique and cannot be duplicated
We go back like bombers boo, in the coldest weather
Our bond is rooted in history and has lasted through challenging times
And when I play you play the same way you freak me baby I fuck you crazy
During sex, we both are equally adventurous and passionate
Then I'm gone
After sex, I may leave abruptly, without warning or explanation
Baby don't really want me to get up and leave off that easy
You want me to stay with you longer and not leave immediately
She'll be wakin up wet for sheezy
You will be sexually aroused and satisfied after we have sex
Remind these bitches to mind they business
Tell other women to stay out of our relationship and not get involved
Believe me, this pimp game is very religious
The art of being a pimp requires dedication and discipline
And I'm built like the Don Bishop
I have the qualities of a powerful and respected leader in the pimping world
Gon' keep this money-green Benz and my hoes as my witness
I will keep my luxurious car and my female companions as evidence of my success
The life we share is a thug affair
Our relationship is rough and unorthodox, but it works for us
But who cares, you care
We may have our differences, but our love for each other overcomes them
Always there when you call, always on time
I may not always physically be with you, but I will always be available for you when you need me
Gave you my, baby be mine
I have given you everything and want you to be mine forever
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jeffrey Atkins, Ashanti Douglas, Marcus Vest, Irving Domingo Lorenzo
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