Girls
Jay-Z Feat. Maxwell Lyrics
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Baby, baby, been a mighty long time
I watched you, even though you would not see baby
(Check it)
Glad to see that you're still so fine and
I remember you back when
Girl you blew my mind
And I saw you, even though you would not see
[Chorus]
Be as you are
Girl it's okay with me
You're such a star
Maybe one day you'll see
That whatever you are
I'm just hoping you'll be, as my girl, girl
Oh I need to be back
Back by your side
Sugar back way back when
Kissing was a crime
I miss you and I know you miss me
Baby, oh
Baby, baby, baby
[Chorus]
Babygirl, showing off cars with the laughter
You're my world (my world)
Paradise from deception
How about you and me ever after as my girl?
[Chorus: x2]
The song "Girls" by Jay-Z featuring Maxwell talks about a long-lost love. The first verse reminisces about the past, where Jay-Z watched the girl he was in love with, even though she was not aware of him. He remembers how beautiful she was, and even after all these years, she still takes his breath away. The chorus is an affirmation of love, where Jay-Z wants the girl to be herself and become his girlfriend. He is not interested in changing her, and he accepts her for who she is.
The second verse talks about the longing for the past, where Jay-Z needs to be by her side, just like they were before. He talks about how kissing her was considered a crime, and how much he misses her. The last chorus repeats the sentiment of wanting her as his girl, forever and always.
The song has a slow, romantic vibe, and Maxwell's voice adds to the soulful feel. The lyrics express Jay-Z's vulnerability, and the chorus shows his willingness to accept her for who she is.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey babe, it's been a long while
It's been a while since we last saw each other
Baby, baby, been a mighty long time
It's been a very long time since we last saw each other
I watched you, even though you would not see baby
Even though you didn't notice, I've been keeping an eye on you
(Check it)
Pay attention to what I'm about to say
Glad to see that you're still so fine and
I'm happy to see that you still look good
I remember you back when, Girl you blew my mind
I remember when we first met and you made a big impression on me
And I saw you, even though you would not see
Again, even though you didn't notice, I saw you
Lady, yeah, yeah, yeah, baby, baby
Addressing the woman in a respectful and affectionate way
[Chorus]
Repeating the chorus, expressing the desire for the woman to be his girl
Oh I need to be back
I need to be with you again
Back by your side
By your side, where I belong
Sugar back way back when
Referring to a sweet memory from the past
Kissing was a crime
Suggesting that they had to hide their affection in the past
I miss you and I know you miss me
Expressing the mutual feeling of missing each other
Baby, oh, Baby, baby, baby
Addressing the woman again in an affectionate tone
[Chorus]
Repeating the chorus, emphasizing the desire to be with the woman
Babygirl, showing off cars with the laughter
Referring to the woman as his 'babygirl', describing her having fun showing off cars
You're my world (my world)
Expressing that the woman is very important to him
Paradise from deception
Suggesting that being with the woman is like being in paradise, because there is no deception
How about you and me ever after as my girl?
Asking if the woman wants to be with him forever, as his girlfriend
[Chorus: x2]
Repeating the chorus two more times, emphasizing the desire to be with the woman
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HOD DAVID, MAXWELL MENARD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jayrock8289
Pharrell is timeless he don't age
@NeptunexWWE
Neither does his music :)
@Ilovechicago100
Sure doesn’t 😍
@lunablue9501
ever
@alinagabrial6407
Agree
@JihadBunnydick
Adrenochrome sippin
@eightreasons566
I know we always romanticize older songs but come on, this sound and style needs to make a comeback.
@dtxspeaks268
It probably will, just watered down unfortunately. Most hip hop from 2014 to now is a watered version of 90s/early 2000s dirty south crunk and horrocore
@Faridat.A
Steve lacy makes music like this
@Lala-Land310
@@Faridat.A he reminds me of Pharrell and prince. Love him