They Don't Know
Jon B. feat Babyface Lyrics


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Heard about my past things I used to do
The games I used to play
The girls that didn't last
I know what's on your mind
You think I'm doing wrong
Can I say what is real
You are the only one
When I'm not around
Do you think of me or what the jealous ones
Are claiming me to be
You should know by now
That it's gonna take
A lot of trust from you
For us to make it through

You should know baby you're my angel
Nothing's gonna make you fall from heaven
Girl I just want to love you love you

Don't listen to what people say
They don't know about you and me
Put it out your mind cause it's jealousy
They don't know about this here
Don't listen to what people say
They don't know about you and me
Put it out your mind 'cause it's jealousy
They don't know about this here

Girl lets talk about what your friends told you
That I'm a selfish man
Want my cake and eat it to
Maybe in my past but you changed me now
Now that I've learned to love
It's you that showed me how
Your love so real
I'd be a fool to play
Play around on you I want to stay with you
You should know by now
That it's gonna take
A lot of trust from you
For us to make it through

You should know baby you're my angel
Nothing's gonna make you fall from heaven
Girl I just want to love you love you
Don't listen to what people say
They don't know about you and me
Put it out your mind 'cause it's jealousy
They don't know about this here
Don't listen to what people say
They don't know about you and me
Put it out your mind 'cause it's jealousy
They don't know about this here

Don't listen to what people say
They don't know about you and me
Put it out your mind 'cause it's jealousy
They don't know about this here

Don't listen to what people say
They don't know about you and me
Put it out your mind 'cause it's jealousy
They don't know about this here

You're my angel
Don't listen to what people say
They don't know about you and me (I don't wanna hurt you baby)
Put it out your mind 'cause it's jealousy
They don't know about this here

Don't listen to what people say
They don't know about you and me
Put it out your mind 'cause it's jealousy
They don't know about this here

Don't listen to what people say
They don't know about you and me
Put it out your mind 'cause it's jealousy
They don't know about this here





Don't listen to what people say

Overall Meaning

In Jon B. feat Babyface's song "They Don't Know," the singer discusses the misunderstanding and judgment he faces due to his past. He acknowledges that people have heard about the things he used to do and the games he used to play, including his failed relationships with previous girlfriends. The singer argues that these rumors and assumptions are unjustified, as he is committed to his current partner, who is the only one he truly cares for. Despite being accused of wrongdoing, the singer is convinced that his partner is his "angel" and that they can make their relationship work if they trust each other.


The singer's message is reflective of the consequences of rumors and stereotyping. The song highlights how society often jumps to conclusions about individuals based on their past actions, which can impact how they are perceived and undermine their current relationships. Additionally, "They Don't Know" emphasizes the importance of trust and communication in these situations to help combat outside voices and doubts.


Overall, the lyrics portray a sense of vulnerability and honesty, as the singer acknowledges his flaws and past mistakes but remains committed to moving forward with his partner. He urges his partner to ignore the judgment of others and focus on their love for each other, emphasizing the importance of trust, communication, and support in their relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Heard about my past
People have told you things about my history


things I used to do
The actions I performed in the past


the games I used to play
The manipulations I used to employ in relationships


the girls that didn't last
The women who did not stay with me


I know what's on your mind
I understand your thoughts


you think I'm doin wrong
You believe I am behaving immorally


can I say what is real
May I express the truth?


you are the only one
You are the singular person who matters most to me


when I'm not around
During the time when I am absent


do you think I'm me
Do you believe the person I am?


or what the jealous ones
Or merely the accusations of the envious?


are claimin me to be
That they insist that I am?


you should know by now
You should be aware, having an understanding in this moment


that it's gonna take
It will require


a lot of trust from you
A considerable amount of faith from you


for us to make it through
For us to overcome the obstacles that we will encounter


you should know baby
My darling, it is essential that you have knowledge


you're my angel
You are my divine messenger


nothins gonna make you fall from heaven
Nothing will precipitate your descent from grace


girl i just want to love you
My desire is merely to love and cherish you


Don't listen to what people say
Ignore whatever others assert


they don't know about
They are unaware of


bout you and me
Regarding you and me


put it out your mind
Exile these thoughts from your consciousness


cause it's jealousy
Because it is envy


they don't know about this here (2x)
They are ignorant of this situation


Girl let's talk about
My dear, let us converse regarding


what your friends told you
What your acquaintances have shared with you


that I'm a selfish man
That I am inconsiderate


want my cake and eat it too
Desiring to have it both ways


maybe in my past
Perhaps previously


but you've changed me now
However, at present, you have shifted my perspective


now that I've learned to love
Currently, as I have become capable of love


it's you that showed me how
It is due to your guidance and teachings


you're love's so real
Your love is genuine


I'd be a fool to play
It would be imprudent for me to deceive you


to play around on you
To engage in unfaithful behavior towards you


I hope to stay with you
My aspiration is to continue our relationship




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dallas Austin, Dallas L Austin, Xavier Hargrove, Tim Kelley, Bob Robinson, Bob Hope Robinson

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@teocardenas7449

I remember dedicated this song to my girlfriend when I was 17 before leaving to the ARMY now we are married and have 4 kids...
.Love you babe

@lenoramyers7031

Love this

@MM-bb6mp

Love this too! Thank you for your service to our country. 🙏🏼🇺🇸❤

@sarachristine2434

AWWWWWWW

@ericasant84

Teo Cardenas beautiful

@nanderson5066

wow! some songs are truly the soundtrack of our lives.  God bless you and that beautiful family!

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@LightingLotusLove

Jon B is the only white man that sang R&B that married a black woman and didn’t just suck from the black community. He gave so much love back to us ❤

@8thhousemoonrabbit205

I think he's still married, to her and she's happy- lol where else they do that @in R&B???

@chianecreamer2803

Married twice I believe and both to black women.

@JodyMay05

Jack Harlow would never

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