Lawrence can currently be seen in the ABC Family original comedy series Melissa & Joey, whose 2010 premiere holds the honor of being the network’s most-watched comedy series debut ever, co-starring with Melissa Joan Hart.
Joey Lawrence has long had a knack for capturing the musical zeitgeist. At age 16, he began a recording career and in 1993 he released a self-titled debut album. The album was produced by Terry Lupton, Ian Prince and Teddy Riley. Lawrence also co-wrote songs on the album, including the international hit single Nothin’ My Love Can’t Fix (Billboard Hot 100 Airplay #6, Billboard Top 40 Mainstream #10, Billboard Hot 100 #19).
Lawrence has always said music was his real passion. “It's been way too long since I've brought some new music out to my fans. I'm really excited about my brand new record. I had the privilege to write this entire record with super-producer Matthew Gerrard. We first started collaborating about a year ago and instantly connected on many levels with our music. We just kept going and going–and 9 months later had a complete record.”
Producer and co-writer Gerrard, whose chart-topping artists include Delta Goodrem, Kelly Clarkson, and Hannah Montana, says “Joey’s new album is awesome. Radio ready hits that will make you wanna dance. Bumpin’ tracks and killer vocals!” Lawrence explains: “My music is all about feeling good. It's time to get back to having fun. That's what I want my music and tour to be all about. I truly can't wait to release the record and get out there and perform the crap out of my new songs!!” (His dancing prowess is an audience favorite, too, with appearances on “Dancing with the Stars,” the TLC series “Masters of Dance,” and in the Broadway hit Chicago as Billy Flynn.)
Anything for Love
Joey Lawrence Lyrics
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Don't stop the lovin' girl
I wanna show you this time, uh huh
How much I missed you, baby
Forgive my strange behavior
It took some time to realize
Girl, we can do this
Now that I found you
I just wanna show you, girl
I'll always be down for your love...
For you love, your love, sweet, sweet love
Girl, I'll do anything for your love
For your love, for your love, baby
I'll do anything baby
Girl, I'll do anything for your love (kick it)
Let me show you, baby
The way I feel right now
I wanna make it up to ya, uh huh
I know just how ya like it
And it gets me so excited
To have you back in my arms, yeah...
Girl, we can do this (girl ,we can do)
Let your lovin' come down, baby (let your lovin' come down)
Now that I found you
I just wanna show you, girl
Girl, I'll do anything for your love
Your love, sweet, sweet love
Girl, I'll do anything for your love
For your love, for your love, baby
I'll do anything, baby
Girl, I'll do anything for your love
I'll do anything for your love
Your love, sweet, sweet love
Girl, I'll do anything for your love (I wanna show you this time girl)
For your love, girl, I'll do anything for your love
Oohy, baby, all ya gotta say is that you love me
Oohy, baby, all ya gotta do is give me one chance
Oohy, baby, I wanna show you this time, girl
Oohy, baby, I'll do anything for your love
For your love, sweet, sweet love... sweet, sweet love
Girl, I'll do anything for your love (I wanna show you this time girl)
For your love, your love (ya got it goin' on baby)
Girl, I'll do anything for your love
For your love, I'll do anything baby (the way I feel about you)
Girl, I'll do anything for your love (I wanna show you this time girl)
Don't stop the lovin', keep comin' baby
Girl, I'll do anything for your love...
For your love... your love
Girl, I'll do anything for your love...
For your love... your love
Girl, I'll do anything for your love...
In "Anything for Love," Joey Lawrence expresses to his lover how much he missed her and how he will do anything for her love. He talks about wanting to make it up to her for his strange behavior and expresses how excited he is to have her back in his arms. He also sings about knowing exactly how she likes it and how he wants to show her how he feels about her.
The chorus repeatedly emphasizes how he will do anything for her love, which emphasizes the depth of his love for her. The lyrics "all ya gotta say is that you love me" and "all ya gotta do is give me one chance" suggest that he is willing to do anything to make her love him back. The repetition of "your love, sweet, sweet love" further emphasizes this passionate longing for her.
Line by Line Meaning
Keep it comin' baby
Please continue to show me affection and love.
Don't stop the lovin' girl
Please continue to show me affection and love, my darling.
I wanna show you this time, uh huh
This time, I want to prove my love.
How much I missed you, baby
I missed you an immeasurable amount, my love.
Forgive my strange behavior
I apologize for any strange actions I may have taken due to my love for you.
It took some time to realize
It took me some time to come to terms with my feelings.
Girl, we can do this
We can make this work, my dear.
Let your lovin' come down, baby
Please continue to show me affection and love, my darling.
Now that I found you
Now that I have found you, my love.
I just wanna show you, girl
I simply want to prove my love to you.
I'll always be down for your love...
I am always ready and willing to show you my love.
For you love, your love, sweet, sweet love
Your love, my dear, is sweet and wonderful.
Girl, I'll do anything for your love
I am willing to do anything for your love, my darling.
Let me show you, baby
Allow me to demonstrate my love for you, my dear.
The way I feel right now
I am overwhelmed with love for you, my dear.
I wanna make it up to ya, uh huh
I want to make things right and prove my love to you.
I know just how ya like it
I am aware of your preferences and desires, my dear.
And it gets me so excited
I am thrilled to know how to show you my love.
To have you back in my arms, yeah...
I feel complete and happy with you in my arms.
Oohy, baby, all ya gotta say is that you love me
All you have to do is express your love for me, my darling.
Oohy, baby, all ya gotta do is give me one chance
Please give me the opportunity to prove my love for you.
For your love, sweet, sweet love... sweet, sweet love
Your love, my dear, is incredibly wonderful and sweet.
For your love, girl, I'll do anything for your love
I am willing to demonstrate my love for you in any way possible.
Don't stop the lovin', keep comin' baby
Please continue to show me affection and love, my darling.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RON SPEARMAN, VASSAL GRANDINGTON BENFORD
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