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.)
ROLLED
Joey Lawrence Lyrics
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Why did you do it, baby?
What we've been through
I guess meant nothing at all to you
Say, why did you do this to me?
I want to scream and shout
Take my head and flush you out
While I tried to give you everything in sight
Flew you all around the world
Gave you awesome clothes
Then you rolled me
My friends told me
But I'm on a mission
Opened up and gave my heart
Thought we for sure
Then you rolled me
Were so cold to me
And I can't believe that
Now-now-now You-you-you
Are with him, yeah, on a whim, yeah
Couldn't foresee that you-you-you
Would-would-would ever do this
Put me through this
You rolled me, baby
Now that you're gone
I hope the pain will go away
Gotta find my way right through it
I'm trying hard to keep me sane everyday
I'm gonna make it through this
Too good to let you change
That way our love will stay the same
Just make sure next time
I'm waiting while he decides
And think twice before I close my eyes
Repeat I'm trying hard to forget all those good times we had
It's so damn sad, and baby
You are just a shadow of what I thought you were
Oh God it hurts
And I hate that I opened up and let you in
You cut me deep into my skin
Just hard to take that I'll never know
Why you played me so damn bad baby
The song 'Rolled' by Joey Lawrence is a personal expression of his feelings towards someone who betrayed and hurt him. It is a song about a lover who has been unfaithful and left him in pain for all the things he had done for her. The lyrics reveal the pain and anger that he has gone through, and how he is trying hard to move on from the hurtful experience. He expresses his confusion about why he was lied to and his sadness over losing the person he thought she was.
The lines, "Flew you all around the world, gave you awesome clothes then you rolled me" show how the singer did everything he could for the person he loved, and yet she still hurt him. He feels foolish for not seeing her true intentions earlier and now, he wants to forget all the good times they had.
The chorus "You rolled me, baby. Now that you're gone, I hope the pain will go away. Gotta find my way right through it" indicates that he hopes to put the past behind him and start anew.
Line by Line Meaning
They shock you
You were surprised by their actions
Why did you do it, baby?
You are questioning why they betrayed you
What we've been through
You reflect on the past experiences you shared with them
I guess meant nothing at all to you
You feel as if your shared experiences were meaningless to them
Say, why did you do this to me?
You want an explanation for their actions
I want to scream and shout
You feel overwhelming emotions that are difficult to contain
Take my head and flush you out
You want to get rid of the thoughts and emotions associated with them
Just want to ask you why you lied
You wish to know the reason behind their dishonesty
While I tried to give you everything in sight
You tried your best to provide them with everything they wanted
Flew you all around the world
You traveled together to various places
Gave you awesome clothes
You provided them with fashionable garments
Then you rolled me
They betrayed you and let you down
My friends told me
Your friends warned you about them
But I'm on a mission
You're determined to move on from the situation
Opened up and gave my heart
You shared your emotions and feelings with them
Thought we for sure
You believed that your relationship was secure
Were so cold to me
They were emotionally distant and uncaring towards you
And I can't believe that
You're having difficulty coming to terms with the situation
Now-now-now You-you-you
You are addressing them directly
Are with him, yeah, on a whim, yeah
They are with someone else, on a whim or decision made suddenly
Couldn't foresee that you-you-you
You didn't anticipate that they would act this way
Would-would-would ever do this
You never thought they would betray you like this
Put me through this
They caused you to go through a difficult experience
Now that you're gone
They are no longer in your life
I hope the pain will go away
You desire to move on and heal from the hurt they caused
Gotta find my way right through it
You're working to navigate through the situation
I'm trying hard to keep me sane everyday
You're working to maintain your mental stability
I'm gonna make it through this
You're determined to overcome the situation
Too good to let you change
You don't want to let their actions redefine you or how you see yourself
That way our love will stay the same
You want your love to remain true to its original form, despite their actions
Just make sure next time
You will be more cautious and careful with your feelings in the future
I'm waiting while he decides
You will wait patiently for someone worthy of your love
And think twice before I close my eyes
You will be more thoughtful and considerate in your future relationships
Repeat I'm trying hard to forget all those good times we had
You're struggling to move on from the happy memories shared with them
It's so damn sad, and baby
You're acknowledging the sadness and pain associated with the situation
You are just a shadow of what I thought you were
Their actions have changed your perception of who they truly are
Oh God it hurts
The emotions associated with the situation are causing you physical and emotional pain
And I hate that I opened up and let you in
You regret sharing your emotions and letting them into your life
You cut me deep into my skin
They hurt you on a deep, emotional level
Just hard to take that I'll never know
You are struggling with the fact that you will never have answers to all of your questions
Why you played me so damn bad baby
You want to know why they treated you so poorly
Contributed by Peyton G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@marieross3440
One of my favorite songs by Joey. Omg I love this beautiful man ❤💋💋💋💋
@FRISKYKITTEN100
(sigh) there are no words to describe this man. He is just to wonderful for words.
@AdrienneGrayce
Can't believe I never saw this. Hes still multi talented. Love it
@Cbeauty
He did his thing in this song❤🔥
@TheGuyerLife
Love this! Still have my Joey Lawrence and Soulmates albums. Been a huge fan since I was a little girl and used to watch Blossom constantly. Still love you Joey. Keep it up!
@melinas.4853
omgosh!. why hasn't he done MORE songs like THIS. I love it. New workout song, baby. wtg, Joey
@jenkel247
i gotta say i love how he stays with the times music wise i have been a fan forever and will remain one
@medelinejayasaputra2852
Captivated and breathless...
@memyselfandi4581
. He's always been a good dude down to earth and never too serious .I love the song Joey nice to see after all these years your still doing well and kicking ass for yourself !
@lipgloss7636
Joey has so many talents! Still yum!