PrimeTime
Janelle Monae Lyrics


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Tick-tock, I'm watching the clock
I can't wait til we get to rock
I wanna scream and dream and throw a love parade
Is that okay?
Tonight is me and you alone
Won't make a call, won't even write a song
See I've been waiting and waiting for the time to say
Now listen babe

When you're down, and it's hard
And you feel like you've given your all
Baby our love will always keep it real and true

'Cause baby it's a prime time for our love
Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
It's a prime time for our love
And heaven is betting on us

Bang bang, I'm calling your name
You're like a fire the world can't tame
I wanna riot til the stars come out and play
Is that okay? Okay
Tonight is me and you alone
Won't take a call, won't even write a song
This'll be a personal private dance
Listen baby

When you're down, and it's hard
And you feel like you've given your all
Baby my love is always right here for you
Yeah

'Cause baby it's a prime time for our love
Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
It's a prime time for our love
And heaven is betting on us

It's a prime time for our love
Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
It's a prime time for our love
And heaven is betting on us

'Cause baby it's a prime time for our love
Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above




It's a prime time for our love
And heaven is betting on us

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Janelle Monáe's song "PrimeTime" depict a romantic evening between two people who are deeply in love. The singer expresses her excitement and anticipation for the night ahead, emphasizing that it's just the two of them and nothing else matters. She wants to celebrate their love together and forget about the outside world. The chorus emphasizes that it's a prime time for their love as they have each other and nothing else can affect their relationship. She reassures her partner that their love is true and will help them get through the tough times.


The lyrics also suggest that their love is strong enough to conquer any obstacle or challenge. The line "heaven is betting on us" implies that they have the support of the universe behind them, and nothing can stop their love. It's a romantic idea that their love is destined and that they are meant to be together, intertwined with the cosmic forces.


Overall, "PrimeTime" is about the beauty of being in love and how it can make mundane moments magical. The song conveys that true love is about being there for each other through thick and thin, and that nothing can ever change the depth of their affection.


Line by Line Meaning

Tick-tock, I'm watching the clock
I am anxiously waiting for our special time to arrive


I can't wait till we get to rock
I am excited to be alone with you and express my love for you


I wanna scream and dream and throw a love parade
I want to openly express my love for you to the world


Is that okay?
Do you feel the same about me?


Tonight is me and you alone
This is our special time together, with no interruptions


Won't make a call, won't even write a song
I am completely focused on being with you, nothing else matters


See I've been waiting and waiting for the time to say
I have been holding this inside, waiting for the right moment to express my love


Now listen babe
Pay attention to what I am about to say, it's important


When you're down, and it's hard
When life is difficult and you feel like giving up


And you feel like you've given your all
When you feel like you have exhausted all your effort and energy


Baby our love will always keep it real and true
Our love will always be honest and genuine, and it will get us through tough times


'Cause baby it's a prime time for our love
This moment is perfect for our love to shine and flourish


Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
We are alone and under the watchful eyes of the stars


And heaven is betting on us
Even the powers above believe in our love and are rooting for us


Bang bang, I'm calling your name
I am calling out to you, like a gunshot, to get your attention


You're like a fire the world can't tame
You are full of passion and energy that cannot be contained or controlled by anyone else


I wanna riot til the stars come out and play
I want to be wild and free with you until the night sky is illuminated with stars


Tonight is me and you alone
This is our special time together, with no interruptions


Won't take a call, won't even write a song
I am completely focused on being with you, nothing else matters


This'll be a personal private dance
This moment is just for us, a private celebration of our love


When you're down, and it's hard
When life is difficult and you feel like giving up


And you feel like you've given your all
When you feel like you have exhausted all your effort and energy


Baby my love is always right here for you
No matter what, my love and support for you will always be present


'Cause baby it's a prime time for our love
This moment is perfect for our love to shine and flourish


Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
We are alone and under the watchful eyes of the stars


And heaven is betting on us
Even the powers above believe in our love and are rooting for us


'Cause baby it's a prime time for our love
This moment is perfect for our love to shine and flourish


Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
We are alone and under the watchful eyes of the stars


And heaven is betting on us
Even the powers above believe in our love and are rooting for us




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Shawn Carter, Maureen Elizabeth Reid, Russell W Simmons, Lawrence Smith, Kanye West, Ernest Wilson

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@mamaziha79

"PrimeTime"
(feat. Miguel)

Tick-tock, I'm watching the clock
I can't wait 'til we get to rock
I wanna scream and dream and throw a love parade
Is that okay?

Tonight it's me and you alone
Won't make a call, won't even write a song
See I've been waiting and waiting for the time to say
Now listen baby

When you're down, and it's hard
And you feel like you've given your all
Baby our love will always keep it real and true

Cause baby it's a primetime for our love
Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
It's a primetime for our love
And heaven is bettin' on us

Bang bang, I'm calling your name
You're like a fire the world can't tame
I wanna riot 'til the stars come out and play
Is that okay? (Okay)

Tonight it's me and you alone
Won't take a call, won't even write a song
This'll be a personal holiday
Listen baby

When you're down, and it's hard
And you feel like you've given your all
Baby my love is always right here for you
Yeah

Cause baby it's a primetime for our love
Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
It's a primetime for our love
And heaven is bettin' on us

It's a primetime for our love (yes it is)
Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
It's a primetime for our love
And heaven is bettin' on us

Cause baby it's a primetime for our love
Ain't nobody peekin' but the stars above
It's a primetime for our love
And heaven is bettin' on us...



All comments from YouTube:

@antoinettem817

It’s 2024 and this song is still at the top of my playlist 😊 it’s phenomenal ✨

@lcsty1017

Yup yup, I didn't know it was at least 10 years old😅

@Nataliefayme

It’s 2023 and I still bump this song ❤️

@supaman103

It’s 2023 and I just heard this song!

@claudenobles779

All I bring is peace, wealth and wisdom...😇

@noelle1248217

Same it's been randomly been playing in my head all weekend

@claudenobles779

@@noelle1248217 have you listened to J.Monae's 1st album? In my opinion it's very sincere and kinda beautifully refreshing.

@nicolasnivelle4137

Oh oui !!!

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@amandabrown6565

It's 2022 and I STILL bump this song. It was so underrated to be such a DOPE song.

@MrPfunk1971

Miguel is a VIBE. Always has been!

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