That Boy
Jade Lyrics


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That boy wants to get with me
And if this is a chance for
(A)
Better romance
Then I'll take it all

Bum, bum, bum
Bum, bum, bum
Bum, bum, bum
Ooooo, ah yeah

I've been thinkin' 'bout my baby
And how he looked when I saw him last night
He tried to talk me into stayin'
Um, but I left before it felt too right

In my heart there's a real good reason
Why I shouldn't give him a look
'Cause I'm with another guy
And I know he's been cheatin'

If this is a chance for a better romance
Then, I'll take it

That boy wants to get with me
(Uh, get with me, he)
Tells me I've got everything he needs
(Everything he needs)

That boy wants to get with me
Yes, I've got him
And I want him
But will he be good to me?

Bum, bum, bum
Bum, bum, bum
Bum, bum, bum

Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah

I'd like to give him all my lovin'
I hope it's true that he only needs me
And no matter how much I may want him
A patchin' up doesn't mean a thing to me

In my heart there's a real good reason
Why I shouldn't give him a look
'Cause, I'm with another guy
And I know he's been cheatin'

If this is a chance for a better romance
Then, I'll take it

That boy wants to get with me
(Uh, get with me, he)
Tells me I've got everything he needs
(Everything he needs)

That boy wants to get with me
Yes, I've got him
(I know that I've got him)
And I want him
(I probably want him)
But will he be good to me?

That boy
(That boy)
Wants to get with me
(Uh, get with me, he)
Tells me I've got everything he needs
(Everything he needs)

That boy wants to get with me
Yes, I've got him
(Oh, I've got him)
And I want him
(Yes, I want him)
But will he be good to me?

You know that that boy
I know that I want him,
I know that I've got him
But will he be good to me?

That boy wants to get with me
(Get with me, he)
Tells me I've got everything he needs
(Gave my heart)
That boy wants to get with me
(Back to romance me back)
Yes, I've got him
And I want him
But will he be good to me?

That boy wants to get with me
(Everything I need, he)
Tells me I've got everything he needs
(That boy)

That boy wants to get with me
(why should I want you, I gave you my love)
Yes, I've got him
And I want him
But will he be good to me?





That boy wants to get with me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jade's song "That Boy" tell the story of a girl who is torn between two love interests. On the one hand, there is her current boyfriend, who she knows is cheating on her. On the other hand, there is another boy who wants to be with her, and she is considering giving him a chance if it means a better romance. She acknowledges that she wants him, but she questions whether he will be good to her.


The chorus repeats the phrase "That boy wants to get with me" several times, emphasizing the dilemma that the girl is facing. She knows that she has everything the boy wants, but she is unsure if he will be faithful and treat her well. She also admits to feeling hesitant about giving in to her feelings for him, knowing that she is still in a committed relationship with her current boyfriend.


Overall, the lyrics of "That Boy" explore the complicated emotions that come with navigating multiple romantic relationships. The girl is struggling to choose between her loyalty and her desire for a better romance, ultimately leaving the listener wondering what decision she will make.


Line by Line Meaning

That boy wants to get with me
There's a guy who's interested in dating me


And if this is a chance for
And if there's an opportunity for


Better romance
A more fulfilling relationship


Then I'll take it all
I'm willing to pursue it


I've been thinkin' 'bout my baby
I've been thinking about my current boyfriend


And how he looked when I saw him last night
And how he appeared the last time we saw each other


He tried to talk me into stayin'
He tried to convince me to stay


Um, but I left before it felt too right
But I left because something felt off


In my heart there's a real good reason
I have a valid reason


Why I shouldn't give him a look
Why I shouldn't pursue him


'Cause I'm with another guy
Because I'm already in a relationship


And I know he's been cheatin'
And I suspect my boyfriend has been unfaithful


If this is a chance for a better romance
If there's an opportunity for a more fulfilling relationship


Then, I'll take it
Then, I'm willing to pursue it


Tells me I've got everything he needs
He believes I have everything he wants in a partner


Yes, I've got him
Yes, I have his attention


And I want him
And I'm interested in him too


But will he be good to me?
But I'm not sure if he'll treat me well




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: VASSAL GRANDINGTON BENFORD, CAROL DUBOC

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