Gill, the son of a minister, started singing at age five in a family gospel group called "Wings of Faith". His solo career began in 1983 when his childhood friend, singer Stacy Lattisaw convinced him to record a demo. The demo he recorded fell into the hands of the president of Atlantic Records, and his self-titled debut album was released shortly thereafter. Then, Johnny teamed up with Stacy for a duet album, which featured their first together, "Perfect Combination", a second album on Atlantic Records, Chemistry, yielded the song "Half Crazy,".
Gill's big break came in 1987, when he replaced Bobby Brown in New Edition, a 1980s pop group. With Gill as one of the lead singers, the group developed a more mature, adult sound, hitting the charts with songs such as "Can You Stand The Rain," "N.E. Heartbreak," and the Johnny Gill lead "Boys To Men". During a hiatus from New Edition, Johnny embarked on a solo career. The hits from his self entitled 1990 album include "My, My, My," "Rub You the Right Way," "Fairweather Friend" and "Wrap My Body Tight". On this album, Gill played guitar, bass, bongos, and drums in addition to performing his lead and background vocals.
In 1993, Gill released another solo project, Provocative, which included the songs "Quiet Time to Play," "A Cute, Sweet, Love Addiction," and a gospel song, "I Know Where I Stand." In 1996, Gill was reunited with his New Edition bandmates, including Brown, as they recorded Home Again together, an album noted for the singles "Hit Me Off" and "Still In Love". Gill also released Let's Get the Mood Right in 1996, which included the title song, "Love In an Elevator," and "Maybe." The following year, he collaborated with Gerald Levert and Keith Sweat to form the supergroup LSG (Levert/Sweat/Gill) which resulted in the multi platinum debut album, Levert-Sweat-Gill, and a follow-up album entitled LSG2.
Gill, the only member of New Edition who is not from Boston, was raised in Washington DC where he attended Kimball Elementary and Sousa Junior High. His career dictated that he complete his high school education through the services of a tutor. Johnny had planned to attend college and pursue a degree in electrical engineering, but his career came first.
His latest recording, "You For Me (The Wedding Song)" from the Madea's Family Reunion Soundtrack received strong reviews from music critics as well as the general public. As of 2006, he is still performing with the group as well as performing solo as part of the Body and Soul Tour, which includes fellow NE members Bell Biv DeVoe.
At the 2011 BET Awards, he announced that he will be releasing a new album, after a 16 year hiatus.
Tell Me How U Want It
Johnny Gill Lyrics
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Oh oh
How
How oh
Yeah
Oh
Don't be afraid of me, my darlin'
See, I've got the secret to what makes you feel good
I'm gonna work it on you, put it on you tonight
So take off your clothes
Lay down next to me, baby
Get ready
Get ready for me tonight
Can you tell me how you want it
Can you tell me how you feel
When I'm deep inside your body
How's it feel
Baby, does it make you scream
Make you do most anything
So nice, so right, all night
I'll do you right
Now I will kiss it nice and slow for you, baby
Make your body lose control, go crazy
You know there's nothing I wouldn't do for you, baby
And tonight I'm gonna, I'm gonna do it all for you
So baby, baby, please if you want it you can get it right here
I'll whisper in your ear, sweet lady
I'll do it long, I'll do it strong
Just say the word and we can get it on
Can you tell me how you want it
Can you tell me how you feel
When I'm deep inside your body
How's it feel
Baby, does it make you scream (If it makes you feel real good)
Make you do most anything (I'll make you scream my name)
So nice, so right, all night (Call my name all night)
I'll do you right (Oh oh yeah)
And I'll make you remember
Every minute I spend with you, baby
Give you more where you need it
Tell me where and how to keep it right there
'Cause you know I can love you
Darling, I will never hurt you
I'll do long, I'll do it strong
Give me the word so we can get it on
Yeah oh oh
Oh
Can you tell me how you want it
Can you tell me how you feel (How you feel)
When I'm deep inside your body
How's it feel
Baby, does it make you scream
Make you do most anything
So nice, so right, all night
I'll do you right
Can you tell me how you want it
Can you tell me how you feel
When I'm deep inside your body
How's it feel
Baby, does it make you scream
Make you do most anything
So nice, so right, all night
I'll do you right
Can you tell me how you want it
Can you tell me how you feel
When I'm deep inside your body
How's it feel
Baby, does it make you scream
Make you do most anything
So nice, so right
"Tell Me How U Want It" is a sensual and seductive song by Johnny Gill, released in 1993. The lyrics explore a steamy encounter between two lovers, with the singer tantalizing his partner with promises of pleasure all night long. The song starts with the singer soothing his lover, telling her not to be afraid and that everything will work out fine tonight. He then proceeds to reveal the secret to what makes her feel good, promising to work it on her, and get her ready for a night of passion. The singer then asks his lover to tell him how she wants it and how she feels when he is deep inside her body.
The lyrics are provocative, and the sensuality is heightened by Johnny Gill's smooth and silky vocals. The song has a slow and steady rhythm that allows for a lot of sensuality and seduction. The chorus is catchy and repeats three times, reiterating the main question of how the lover wants it and how it feels. The song ends with the singer promising to give his lover more and keep it right there, asking her to tell him how she wants it.
Overall, "Tell Me How U Want It" is an intimate and romantic song that explores pleasure and sensuality. It is a classic hit that has endured for many years and is still widely loved across different generations.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be afraid of me, my darlin'
Assuring the listener not to fear him, conveying reassurance and safety.
Everything's gonna work out fine tonight
Expressing confidence in a positive outcome in the near future, tonight.
See, I've got the secret to what makes you feel good
Implying that the singer knows what makes the listener feel good and can provide it.
I'm gonna work it on you, put it on you tonight
Promising to provide the secret that makes the listener feel good tonight.
So take off your clothes
Asking the listener to remove their clothing in preparation for what's to come.
Lay down next to me, baby
Instructing the listener to lay down beside him to begin the experience.
Get ready
Urging the listener to mentally prepare for what's to come.
Can you tell me how you want it
Asking the listener to communicate their preferences for the experience.
When I'm deep inside your body
Describing how the singer will be physically close to the listener during the experience.
Baby, does it make you scream
Asking if the experience is pleasurable enough to cause the listener to make noise.
I'll do you right
Promising to satisfy the listener's desires in the experience.
Now I will kiss it nice and slow for you, baby
Describing how the singer will provide physical pleasure to the listener.
Make your body lose control, go crazy
Describing the intensity of the experience and how it will affect the listener.
Give you more where you need it
Promising to continue providing pleasure to the listener where they desire it most.
Tell me where and how to keep it right there
Asking the listener for specific guidance on what pleases them most in the experience.
Can you tell me how you feel
Reiterating the need for the listener to communicate their preferences and satisfaction during the experience.
'Cause you know I can love you
Asserting that the singer is capable of genuine affection and care for the listener.
Darling, I will never hurt you
Promising not to cause the listener pain or discomfort in the experience.
Give me the word so we can get it on
Asking for the listener's consent and agreement to proceed with the experience.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DARYL SIMMONS, KENNETH EDMONDS
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