He co-wrote Mariah Carey's hit 2005 singles, We Belong Together, Don't Forget About Us, It's Like That, and Shake It Off from her album The Emancipation of Mimi. Johnta Austin also co wrote Mary J Blige's new single "Be Without You" from her #1 selling CD "The Breakthrough". He is also featured as a guest artist on Jermaine Dupri's 2005 single, "Gotta Getcha". Austin has been extremely busy and extremely successful in the last several years. His career began when he was a mere eight years old, hosting the daily television show, “Kid’s Beat” on CNN. Covering current events, sports and the entertainment world, the young Austin went on to become the Atlanta Bureau Chief for the CNN weekly news program, “Real News for Kids” and the reporter for the TBS half hour weekly, “Feed Your Mind.
He was originally signed to RCA Records in 1995 before being dropped in favor of R&B singer Tyrese Gibson. However, he ended up writing a few songs for him (including the hit "Sweet Lady") as well as a few other artists instead.
In 2005, he returned to his singing career with his first single "Lil More Love". The single failed to hit although a couple more songs he wrote for other artists became successful.
"Ocean Drive", his debut album is set for release in 2006 with the next single yet to be picked. Three album tracks have since been leaked online, a Jermaine Dupri-featured track "Turn It Up", a Jazze Pha-produced track "Make Her The One", and another self-penned track "Dope Fiend".
Say So
Johnta Austin Lyrics
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Because no other place is meant to be
Now baby tell me do you feel me, feel me,
And tell me sugar did you know,
That I?ve been feeling you and I would like to feel some more
So come on over here, so you can get to know
You better be together, oh girl did I mention
A heart like yours needs a heart like mine
So if my heart is the heart for you girl, then say so, say so
?Cause a woman like you needs everything
A woman like you needs a man like me
So if this man is the man for you girl, then say so, say so
Now the truth is, the real love you can?t be replaced
Cause it?s so amazing, I can?t be mistaking
Now tell me baby do you feel me, feel me
I bet you feel it when you see
The feeling that you got, don?t go away so easily
Well I feel it too, than it means it?s meant to be
And if I had to change, anything about you, I wouldn?t change a thing
So if you not understanding this
Than I?d rather, rather be alone
Girl, I need for you to listen
Oh, I don?t want to walk away from this,
Because the feeling, feeling is just to strong
And by the way did I mention
That a heart like yours is hard to find
A heart like yours needs a heart like mine
So if my heart is the heart for you girl, then say so, say so
?Cause a woman like you needs everything
A woman like you needs a man like me
So if this man is the man for you girl, then say so, say so
And if you tell me you?ll be true
Than girl I?ll tell you the same
You don?t have to question love
?cause now you know me by name
I can tell I won?t make you cry
But I can say I will never lie
Because the day you don?t believe me, is the day I?ll die
Did I mention
That a heart like yours is hard to find
A heart like yours needs a heart like mine
So if my heart is the heart for you girl, then say so, say so
?Cause a woman like you needs everything
A woman like you needs a man like me
So if this man is the man for you girl, then say so, say so
In Johnta Austin's song "Say So," the singer is expressing his feelings of love and attraction towards a woman he admires, and he is affirming his commitment to her. He emphasizes that there is no better place for her than with him, and he hopes that she feels the same way. He states that he would not want to change anything about her, and he believes that their connection is so strong that it must be meant to be. He assures her that he will always be truthful and that he will make her happy. Throughout the song, he repeats the phrase "say so," which can be interpreted as a call to action for the woman to express her own feelings towards him.
The lyrics of "Say So" are straightforward and an ode to straightforward communication in relationships. Johnta Austin sings about how important it is to know where you stand with someone and to have open communication from the beginning. The song's chorus is particularly powerful, emphasizing that he hopes the woman will speak up and express what she wants, rather than waiting for him to make assumptions or guess her intentions.
Overall, "Say So" is a beautiful love song with a strong message about the importance of honest communication in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Now the truth is there ain?t no better place for you tonight
This is the perfect place for you tonight.
Now baby tell me do you feel me, feel me
Do you understand what I'm saying?
And tell me sugar did you know, that I?ve been feeling you and I would like to feel some more
I've been interested in you and I want to get to know you better.
So come on over here, so you can get to know
Come closer and let's talk more.
You better be together, oh girl did I mention
We should be together, and I want to remind you of that.
That a heart like yours is hard to find
Your heart is unique and special.
A heart like yours needs a heart like mine
You need someone like me in your life.
So if my heart is the heart for you girl, then say so, say so
If you feel like we're meant to be together, tell me.
?Cause a woman like you needs everything
You deserve everything.
A woman like you needs a man like me
You need someone like me in your life.
Now the truth is, the real love you can?t be replaced
Real love is irreplaceable.
Cause it?s so amazing, I can?t be mistaking
Our love is amazing and real.
Now tell me baby do you feel me, feel me
Do you understand how I feel?
I bet you feel it when you see the feeling that you got
I think you feel the same way I do when you see me.
Well I feel it too, than it means it?s meant to be
If we both feel the same way, maybe it's destiny.
And if I had to change anything about you, I wouldn?t change a thing
I love you just the way you are.
So if you not understanding this than I?d rather, rather be alone
If you don't understand my feelings, I'd rather be alone than continue without you understanding me.
Girl, I need for you to listen
I need you to really hear me.
Oh, I don?t want to walk away from this,
I don't want to give up on us.
Because the feeling, feeling is just too strong
Our feelings for each other are too strong to ignore.
And by the way did I mention
Oh, and by the way, I almost forgot to mention
And if you tell me you?ll be true
If you promise to be honest and faithful to me
Than girl I?ll tell you the same
Then I promise to do the same for you.
You don?t have to question love
You don't have to doubt our love.
?cause now you know me by name
Because now you know me and I'm committed to you.
I can tell I won?t make you cry
I promise I won't hurt you
But I can say I will never lie
I promise to always be honest with you.
Because the day you don?t believe me, is the day I?ll die
If you ever stop trusting me, it would break my heart.
So if my heart is the heart for you girl, then say so, say so
If you want to be with me then let me know.
?Cause a woman like you needs everything
You deserve the best.
A woman like you needs a man like me
I can be the man that you need.
So if this man is the man for you girl, then say so, say so
If you want to be with me, don't be afraid to tell me.
Contributed by Liliana V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rafapaz
Johnta's synthesizing tunes together with his soulful voice are underrated as hell!
ProducerMikeBrown
Johnta Austin is a great song writer!!
Mo Reid
Definitely his best song.
PixeeBowtique
why is this song so where but here!? i LOVE this song
G GEM
miss him
13jhan
hhehehe .. the song is nice .. :D someone dedicated me this song .. :D and i feel so LOVED .. :D anyway .. thank you! and this song is GREAT and SPECIAL .. :D
nicci250
love
Lena Heto
Me too :)