Ain't Leavin Without You
Jaheim Lyrics


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Now what is it is what it's gonna be
No, I can't call it
All I know is I had to step up
Step up
Speed it up, cut the chase
Go in for first base
Before them other cats try to get ya, get ya
You're moving them hips
Killing me with every dip, girl
You about to get a tip do it girl
Once it goes down and you turned me down
But, this time around, I got it shorty

Hey, how you doin'?
Baby what you getting into?
I don't know what your name is
Or who your gamin'
But, I ain't leaving without you
Hey girl how you doin'?
I never seen nothing, like you, like you
With a body, that shape
It's your claim to fame

And girl, I ain't leavin' without you, no.
Doo-doo-doo-doo-doo, boo, boo doo doo doo whoo!
I want your body
Your bod, your bod, your bod, your bod, your body

Oh, What ya drink?
What you sip?
I got the next round
Martini and goose, now
Tell me what's up, what's up
The conversation my eyes
Is havin' wit your thighs
Gon' get me outta line
They better shut up, shut up
You're movin' them hips
Killing me with every dip, girl
You about to get a tip do it now
The worse that goes down is you turn me down
You're feelin' your boy now
So I got it shorty

Hey, how you doin'?
Baby what you getting into?
I don't know what your name is
Or who your gamin'
But, I ain't leaving without you
Hey girl how you doin'?
I never seen nothing, like you

Cause a body, that shape
It's your claim to fame
And girl, I ain't leavin' without you, no.
Doo-doo-doo-doo-doo, boo, boo doo doo doo whoo!
I want your body
Your bod, your bod, your bod, your bod, your body
Doo-doo-doo-oh yeah, doo,doo doo doo doo hey, hey
I want your body, your body, your bod, your bod, your bod, your body

How you snub me, think your love was wit your love
Love to get to know you better
Let's go somewhere, anywhere
I don't care
Long as we can ride together
One more sip
Wet your lips
We can dip
I'll slip that tip to valet
You're always up full halogen
Yep, yep, she modeling
I just had to say, hey, hey

Hey, how you doin'?
Baby what you getting into-baby what you getting' into?
I don't know what your name is
Or who your gamin'
But, I ain't leaving without you
Hey girl how you doin'?
How you doin'?

I never seen nothing, like you
'Cause a body, that shape
Is your claim to fame

No, I ain't leavin' without you, ooh
Hey baby what's that in your cup?
You need to let me fill that up
You know I'm tryin to see what's up with you
Eh, and I ain't thinkin 'bout your man
He shoulda had you by the hand
'Cause I'm your number one fan
I ain't leavin' without you




Hey how you doin?
Hey how you doin?

Overall Meaning

In Jaheim's song "Ain't Leavin Without You," the artist expresses his interest in a woman and his intentions to pursue her despite any potential roadblocks. He conveys a sense of urgency and determination in his lyrics, stating that he won't be leaving without her. The opening lines, "Now what is it is what it's gonna be, No, I can't call it," suggest a feeling of uncertainty, but he knows that he needs to step up and make a move before someone else does. He encourages her to move faster, cut to the chase, and make a decision before others try to get her attention. Jaheim emphasizes the woman's physical appearance, particularly her body, stating that it's her "claim to fame" and further reinforcing his attraction to her.


Throughout the verses, he tries to impress her with his charm, humor, and generosity by offering to buy her drinks and take her somewhere. He also acknowledges that he was "turned down" in the past but is not deterred this time around because he's feeling confident. Even though he doesn't know her name or who she's with, he's willing to take a chance and go after what he wants. The repetition of the line "I ain't leaving without you" reinforces his persistence and shows that he is willing to put in the effort to win her over.


Overall, the song portrays a man who is willing to take a risk for love and is confident in his ability to win over the object of his affections. Jaheim uses catchy beats, memorable verses, and a smooth delivery to convey his message and make this song an exhilarating anthem.


Line by Line Meaning

Now what is it is what it's gonna be
I'm not sure what's going to happen, but I'm ready for it.


No, I can't call it
I don't know what to expect.


All I know is I had to step up
I knew I had to make a move and take action.


Step up
Move forward and take charge.


Speed it up, cut the chase
Let's get straight to the point and not waste any time.


Go in for first base
Let's make a move and start something.


Before them other cats try to get ya, get ya
Before anyone else tries to win you over.


You're moving them hips
Your dance moves are driving me crazy.


Killing me with every dip, girl
Your movements are so sexy they are driving me wild.


You about to get a tip do it girl
I'm going to reward you for your moves.


Once it goes down and you turned me down
Last time I asked you out, you said no.


But, this time around, I got it shorty
This time, I'm confident you won't turn me down.


Hey, how you doin'?
Hello, how are you?


Baby what you getting into?
What are your plans?


I don't know what your name is
I don't know your name.


Or who your gamin'
I don't know who you are with.


But, I ain't leaving without you
I want to be with you.


I never seen nothing, like you, like you
You are unique and special to me.


With a body, that shape
Your body is amazing.


It's your claim to fame
Your body is what sets you apart.


And girl, I ain't leavin' without you, no.
I won't leave without you by my side.


I want your body
I desire you physically.


Your bod, your bod, your bod, your bod, your body
I really want your body.


What ya drink?
What are you drinking?


What you sip?
What are you sipping on?


I got the next round
I will buy the next drink(s).


Martini and goose, now
I want to order you a drink of your choice.


Tell me what's up, what's up
Tell me what you're thinking.


The conversation my eyes
The way I'm looking at you speaks volumes.


Is havin' wit your thighs
I'm admiring your legs.


Gon' get me outta line
You are making me lose control.


They better shut up, shut up
Other guys should stop trying to flirt with you.


You're always up full halogen
You always shine bright and stand out.


Yep, yep, she modeling
Yes, you are gorgeous and could be a model.


I just had to say, hey, hey
I felt compelled to approach you and say hi.


Hey how you doin?
Hello, how are you?


Oh, What ya drink?
What are you drinking?


You need to let me fill that up
Let me buy you a refill of your drink.


You know I'm tryin to see what's up with you
I'm interested in getting to know you better.


Eh, and I ain't thinkin 'bout your man
I'm not concerned about your current relationship status.


He shoulda had you by the hand
Your boyfriend should be with you right now.


'Cause I'm your number one fan
I am really into you and want to be with you.




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: JASON PHILLIPS, ERITZA LAUES, MARCELLA BRAILSFORD, JULIAN BROOKHOUSE, JAMES CARTER, MIGUEL DRUMMOND, KEIR GIST, SKINNER GLENN, BALEWA MUHAMMAD, NICK THORP, BEN VOLPELIERE-PIERROT

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@learningalot231

This is currently 2023. I heard this today on the radio. I didn’t realize until today how much I miss Jaheim. I Love the way you can understand every word bc it’s like he talks while singing, which is a unique thing, his voice is so crisp and clean and he always in control and on top of the beat. Best of all, he’s from Jersey just like me. God bless Jaheim.❀️

@kojowiredu

I just heard it for the first time this very minute..20:03 , Friday 1st December 2023πŸ˜‚. Groovy

@hoodistry

This is such a dope song. Definitely underrated

@maurice2014

Jaheim and Jadakiss both underrated. Period.

@ES-zi2xv

+MauriceζΉ― θŒ‚ ζž— So true about your comment very unrated.

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