Jonathan's first single broke down racial barriers, becoming the first song by a black artist to be played by white radio stations in South Africa. Because Jive was headquartered in England, Jonathan decided to move there to focus on his recording career. His commitment to his craft paid off with his self-titled debut album, which received a Grammy nomination for the pop hit "Lies."
Jonathan's ability to blend his roots in African music with western pop sensibilities would be a trademark of many albums to follow, though never more refined than in his latest release.
For example, the first single from Jonathan is a rendition of the folk-rock classic "Fire and Rain." Butler breathes new life into this classic, infusing the vocals with intensity, as subtle as it is powerful. The musical arrangement is lively and soulful, indicative of his roots in World music. "Fire and Rain" is already garnering accolades from top radio programmers. Lori Lewis, program director for WSMJ in Baltimore states, "It literally gave me a lump in my throat. I walked into the studio and introduced it live on air. Vocals this great are really rare."
Do You Love Me?
Jonathan Butler Lyrics
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Cause I feel a little fear
But I'm ready to go
Just gotta jump right in and say it
Get the courage up to ask
Pray that you won't say no
If I'm not the one
But I'm not gonna run
Till I say these words
Can I be your man
Do you love me
Do you love me
Will you take my hand
Do you love me (Baby)
Do you love me
Will you take my hand
Don't let me fumble in my pocket
Where I've got a little ring
That I want you to wear
Had both our names engraved on it
And I wonder what I'd do
If you say you don't care
I have come prepared
Don't expect my heart
Will ever forgive me baby
If I never dare to speak
It's now or never
Come what ever baby
Do you love me (Do you love me do you love me)
Do you love me (Do you baby)
Will you take my hand (Will you take my hand)
Do you love me (I need to know oh yeah)
Do you love me (Please will you)
Take my hand
Ooh ooh ooh
Ooh ooh
It's now or never
Come what ever baby
Do you love me (Yeah yeah yeah)
Do you love me
Take my hand (Do you do you do you do you love me)
Do you love me (I need you to know I need to know)
Do you love me (I need to know)
Will you take my hand (Will you take take take my hand baby)
Do you love me (Oh oh oh oh oh oh)
Do you love me (I love you baby I love you baby)
Take my hand (Please)
Do you love me (Stay stay stay stay forever)
Do you love me (I love you babe)
Will you take my hand (Will you take my hand)
Do you love me (I know)
The lyrics of the song "Do You Love Me?" by Jonathan Butler are about a man who wants to confess his love to a woman. He is afraid of rejection but is willing to take the risk and ask if she loves him. He asks her to take his hand and be with him. The man has brought a ring with their names engraved on it to symbolize his commitment to her. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency and fear of rejection as the man is ready to confess his feelings but cannot predict the outcome.
The line, "If I'm not the one, don't expect my heart will understand," is particularly significant because it suggests that the man has strong feelings for the woman and cannot bear to lose her. The song expresses the vulnerability and uncertainty that people often feel when they fall in love. It is a reminder that despite the fear of rejection, taking a chance on love is worth it.
Overall, the lyrics to "Do You Love Me?" by Jonathan Butler are an honest and relatable exploration of the fear and apprehension that come with confessing love to another person.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't let me stop to think about it
I don't want to overthink, as it scares me and might change my decision.
Cause I feel a little fear
I feel anxious and scared about expressing my feelings.
But I'm ready to go
Though the fear is there, I have made up my mind to tell you my feeling.
Just gotta jump right in and say it
I have to build up the courage and tell you how I feel.
Get the courage up to ask
I have to be brave enough to ask you an important question.
Pray that you won't say no
I hope you don't turn me down.
If I'm not the one
If it turns out that you don't like me.
Don't expect my heart will understand
My heart might not be able to handle the disappointment.
But I'm not gonna run
Still I am not going to run from my true emotions.
Till I say these words
Until I tell you how I truly feel.
Can I be your man
Will you be with me? Will you let me take care of you?
Do you love me
I need to know if you love me.
Will you take my hand
Will you accept me and be with me?
Don't let me fumble in my pocket
I don't want to seem nervous if I take out the ring from my pocket.
Where I've got a little ring
I have this ring that I want you to have.
That I want you to wear
I want you to wear it always and be mine forever.
Had both our names engraved on it
Our names are etched together symbolizing our union forever.
And I wonder what I'd do
It scares me what I would do if you said you don't care.
If you say you don't care
If you don't like it, it's gonna hurt me but at least I still have the ring.
I have come prepared
I have taken this step with purpose and am ready for what comes next.
It's now or never
I can't wait any longer, I have to tell you now.
Come what ever baby
Whatever your answer is, I am ready for it.
Please will you
I humbly ask you to.
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Expressing my heart.
Stay stay stay stay forever
I want to be with you forever.
I love you baby I love you baby
I love you unconditionally.
I know
I know that what I'am asking is serious.
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@KajunMs39
There has always been something about his voice that's so angelic. I can feel his strength and love in this ballad of 💕 Love.
@soliderforthelord364
Man this is perfectly written, sang, back up singers,instruments—I just love this song
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@cynthiagomes2979
Yes, I do love you. Yes, I will take your hand. Yes, I care. Don't be afraid. God got us, Kevyn. Love this song!! Come whatever!!!
@dionecole1366
This is my favorite song. Takes you to a vulnerable yet deepest love place. So sensual yet so passionate and intense. I Love It, Johnathan Butler did his thing on this song
@traceygreen1260
I've always loved this song. Jonathan Butler was singing straight from the heart on this one. Touches the soul!
@richardhowie1628
Love this guy! Feel it in your soul!
@garymartinez1460
I saw this African brother live ladies and gents, trust me. I have been following his career for about 30 years, he will not disappoint. Catch him when you can. 🙏🌎🇳🇬🇪🇨
@paularobertsroberts5883
Another one of Jon’s song that brings chills to your inner spirit 🌹❤️
@shortyred60
Still one of my fav's! After all this time still smooth, why can't we go back to 80's 90's music? Love the old grooves! Quite storm anyone? Donnie Simpson on bet when bet was great!!!!