Something in the Way
Vocalists Tracey Moore and Mercedes Martinez make up Jazzyfatnastees. In 19… Read Full Bio ↴Vocalists Tracey Moore and Mercedes Martinez make up Jazzyfatnastees. In 1993, they were part of a vocal quartet that had landed a deal with Tommy Boy. But by 1995, the deal had fallen through. After drifting for a few years, Moore and Martinez found themselves in Philadelphia, their quartet reduced to a duo by departures. The two had known the guys in the Roots for a few years, having opened shows for them in the past. For their debut album as Jazzyfatnastees, Moore and Martinez signed with Motive Records, the Roots' imprint at MCA. The Once and Future, their self-written and -produced debut album, arrived in 1999. Filled with sunny harmonies and laid-back grooves, the album was ahead of its time, or at least ahead of the neo-soul movement, which would peak a few years later with the arrival of songbirds like Macy Gray and India.Arie. Nevertheless, the Jazzys persevered. They founded Black Lily, a showcase for artists of the very non-categories — neo-funk and -soul, organic hip-hop — in which they found themselves. They also began work on their sophomore effort, which arrived in September of 2002. The Tortoise & the Hare, released through the duo's new deal with Coolhunter/Ryko distribution, continued to hone Moore and Martinez's soulful, modern, and definitely groovy sound.

Something in the Way
Jazzyfatnastees Lyrics


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Is it in your eyes? (oh yeah)
Your smile (oh oh)

Something in the way you keep on doing
All the things you're doing to me
Something in your eyes keep me wanting
To be your fantasy
I know I should forget about you baby
'Cause you're not the kind of man I need
Got this feeling, no control going crazy
Something's happening to me oh yeah

When I see you something turns up the desire
I can't believe you're really not in my life
What should I do?
I can see you're wanting me
I can feel you're needing me

Something in the way you keep on doing
All the things you're doing to me
Something in your eyes keep me wanting
To be your fantasy

Hey now,
Everyone's done told me so, They say that you're too cold
You'll break my heart then let me go
Shit, I should have known
Well what can they say, I know what's real
'Cause they don't know the way you make me feel

(Yes you do, And the things you do)

When I see you something turns up the desire
I can't believe you're really not in my life
What should I do?
I can see you're wanting me
I can feel you're needing me

Something in the way you keep on doing
All the things you're doing to me
Something in your eyes keep me wanting
To be your fantasy (-asy)

Can I tell you something?
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, ah, ah

Something in the way (Oh, how you touch me)
Something in the way (How you look at me)
Something in the way (Oh I like it)
Something in the way (I can feel it)

Something in the way you keep on doing




All the things you're doing to me
Something in your eyes keep me wanting

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jazzyfatnastees's song, "Something in the Way", convey an intense desire and attraction towards someone. The singer is captivated by the man's eyes and smile, and the way he makes her feel when he's around her. Although she knows he may not be the best man for her, she cannot help but feel the way she does about him. Her desire for him is so strong that she is struggling to control herself, and she feels as though something is happening to her. Even though others have warned her about him and his coldness, she knows what she feels is real and cannot deny it.


The song's lyrics are simple but convey a complex emotional journey. The singer is conflicted about her feelings towards the man, and she is torn between her desire and her rational mind. The way she describes her attraction towards the man is so personal and intimate that it becomes relatable for many listeners who may have experienced similar emotions.



Line by Line Meaning

Is it in your eyes? (oh yeah)
The singer wonders if the attraction they feel towards the subject is reflected in their eyes.


Your smile (oh oh)
The subject's smile adds to the singer's attraction towards them.


Something in the way you keep on doing All the things you're doing to me Something in your eyes keep me wanting To be your fantasy
The singer is drawn to the subject's actions and demeanor and wants to fulfill their own desires with them.


I know I should forget about you baby 'Cause you're not the kind of man I need Got this feeling, no control going crazy Something's happening to me oh yeah
Despite knowing that the subject is not a suitable partner, the artist is unable to control their attraction and is going crazy over their feelings.


When I see you something turns up the desire I can't believe you're really not in my life What should I do? I can see you're wanting me I can feel you're needing me
The artist's attraction to the subject increases whenever they are in their presence and they feel that the subject also desires them.


Hey now, Everyone's done told me so, They say that you're too cold You'll break my heart then let me go Shit, I should have known Well what can they say, I know what's real 'Cause they don't know the way you make me feel
Despite warnings from others about the subject's coldness and potential to hurt the singer, the singer believes in their own feelings and disregards others' opinions.


(Yes you do, And the things you do)
The subject's actions and behavior contribute to the singer's feelings towards them.


Can I tell you something? Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, ah, ah
The artist is requesting permission to confess their feelings or thoughts to the subject.


Something in the way (Oh, how you touch me) Something in the way (How you look at me) Something in the way (Oh I like it) Something in the way (I can feel it)
The artist enjoys the way the subject touches and looks at them, creating a strong sense of attraction.


Something in the way you keep on doing All the things you're doing to me Something in your eyes keep me wanting To be your fantasy (-asy)
The subject's actions and demeanor continue to drive the artist's attraction and desire to fulfill their fantasies with them.




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@Makd2bits

Thank you soooo much for this! I can’t find these women’s music anywhere & it breaks my heart. I. Love. Them. Soooo. Much ♥️♥️♥️

@davidvale4346

One of my favourite songs of all time and can’t find it on any music platform! Any suggestions?

@MsTexas73

Man, I miss music like this being played on the radio. These ladies need to make a come back right away.

@DreamGyrl360

When I lived in NY, I used to go see them perform live all the time. I remember one of them was pregnant. They were awesomeness. Loved them and sorry they didn't get bigger than they did.

@aaliyahfreeman

This is music for the sophisticated...an acquired taste is needed..y'all better recognize!

@hamiltonchiziane1646

Wow!!
Epic..
Extraordinary..
Legen..wait for it.. DARY!!
LEGENDARY!!!
Listened for the first time today, and yes..they blessed my day. Great song, great vocals and The Coolest name ever...

@zinzosiphoqobo1940

real music....real lyrics.....real emotions.....thank you.

@Sadiqi

The Black Lily will never die!!!

@warriorempress5899

They just making my Covid Cave a lil better with these hits......#memories

@kryptonite9804

Seen them at the Black Lilly or 5 Spot in Philly like ten years ago, went out and brought 2 of their cds that next day.

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