K-Ci and JoJo's first sign of independence came in 1994 when K-Ci covered Bobby Womack's hit "If You Think You're Lonely Now" for the movie Jason's Lyric. Early in 1996, K-Ci and Jo-Jo teamed up for the song "How Could You" for the movie Bulletproof starring Damon Wayans and Adam Sandler.
By July 1996, K-Ci and JoJo finally had a hit on their hands as guest artists in 2Pac's number-one R&B hit "How Do U Want It". It also topped the Billboard Hot 100. The brothers made their side projects into a full album, Love Always. Released on June 17, 1997, the album spawned two top-ten R&B hits: "You Bring Me Up" and "Last Night's Letter". "All My Life" was the number-one song on the Hot 100 for three weeks, a feat that K-Ci and Jo-Jo had never achieved with Jodeci.Love Always went on to sell four million copies, and the success of the album put Jodeci's reunion on hold indefinitely.
Their second album,It's Real,was released on June 22, 1999. It spawned one major hit "Tell Me It's Real" which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard's R&B charts. K-Ci and Jo-Jo returned with X on December 5, 2000. "X", the Roman numeral for ten, was picked as the album title to celebrate the Haileys' tenth anniversary in the music business. They made a strong return to the Billboard Hot 100 early in 2001 with the song "Crazy", also included on the Save the Last Dance soundtrack. "Crazy" peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100.
The fourth K-Ci and Jo-Jo album, Emotional, was released on November 26, 2002, but failed to find commercial success. K-Ci and JoJo released a greatest hits album on February 8, 2005. They are believed to have teamed back up with DeVante Swing and Mr. Dalvin for a Jodeci reunion album.
Cry For You
K-Ci & JoJo Lyrics
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You cry for everything, you don’t cry for love
Fill me up, lift me up
You cry for everything, you don’t cry for love
Fill me up, lift me up
You cry for everything, you don’t cry for love
Fill me up, lift me up
You cry for everything, you don’t cry for love
My .40 clip just like my dick, I slide and it get bigger
I got 20/20 my money made me another figure
I can triple profit and blow it then make it back by dinner
Ain’t one of these niggas they hate it I got a haniest Flow, I’m faded swear my mind is a danger so just don’t stand too close
I made it and the house is still vacant except for sinner hoes
Been upping poles and using the liquor to fill up swimming pools, nah listen nigga
I ain’t gotta problem I ain’t worried bout these other niggas
Out another dollar and you still ain’t moving me nigga
I’m just popping collars told em holla if you want me nigga
I just blew the profit took her shopping, now she on me nigga
Thanks to all the haters here’s a favor let the credits roll
I told you, you in danger if you play me like a simple hoe
They only casing paper I done made it out the sewer hole
And all you stupid hoes can suck my dick right through a glory hole, no I ain’t sweating hoes
Fill me up, lift me up
You cry for everything, you don’t cry for love
Fill me up, lift me up
You cry for everything, you don’t cry for love
Fill me up, lift me up
You cry for everything, you don’t cry for love
Fill me up, lift me up, You don’t cry for love
The first stanza of K-Ci & JoJo's song "Cry For You" speaks about a person who is seeking love but has trouble expressing it. The phrase "Fill me up, lift me up" symbolizes the unfulfilled emotional need of the person. The term "Cry for everything, you don't cry for love" indicates that this person is crying for every little thing except for the love that they actually need. They may not be able to express their love out loud or showcase their emotions towards anyone, but deep inside, they feel incomplete and crave love.
The second stanza has a different tone compared to the first one. It speaks about a person who lives an extravagant lifestyle and uses alcohol and other substances to enhance their experiences. The line "Turn into a freak when she off the liquor" indicates that the person indulges in physical pleasure when intoxicated. The singer of this section is confident and has "tripled his profit" making it evident that he's in a stable position in life, but he also acknowledges that his mind is not in the right place, stating "My mind is a danger so just don’t stand too close". In the final lines, the singer spitefully speaks about the "stupid hoes" who he can easily forget about as they are not essential to his well-being.
Overall, the song speaks about two different people who are struggling with love in their own ways, and how it's necessary to go beyond materialistic pleasures and seek emotional fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
Fill me up, lift me up
I need someone to lift me up spiritually and emotionally
You cry for everything, you don’t cry for love
Although you seem sensitive and emotional, your tears are simply a manipulation tactic
Turn to a freak when she off the liquor
When she drinks, she becomes sexually promiscuous
My .40 clip just like my dick, I slide and it get bigger
My gun is like my penis, as I load and slide the clip, it becomes more powerful and intimidating
I got 20/20 my money made me another figure
I have clear vision and my wealth continues to increase
I can triple profit and blow it then make it back by dinner
I am able to make a large profit, spend it carelessly, and make it back in a short amount of time
Ain’t one of these niggas they hate it I got a haniest Flow, I’m faded swear my mind is a danger so just don’t stand too close
None of my peers can compare to my unique style and flow. I'm intoxicated and my thoughts are dangerous, so keep your distance
I made it and the house is still vacant except for sinner hoes
I have achieved success, but my mansion is empty except for sinful women
Been upping poles and using the liquor to fill up swimming pools, nah listen nigga
I have been erecting telephone poles and filling my pool with alcohol, don't interrupt me
I ain’t gotta problem I ain’t worried bout these other niggas
I am not concerned with the opinions or actions of other men
Out another dollar and you still ain’t moving me nigga
I'm not affected by the amount of money you spend, I won't be swayed
I’m just popping collars told em holla if you want me nigga
I am flaunting my wealth and status to gain attention and admiration
I just blew the profit took her shopping, now she on me nigga
I spent all my earnings on shopping and now I have the attention of a woman
Thanks to all the haters here’s a favor let the credits roll
To all my critics, I appreciate your attention and invite you to watch me succeed
I told you, you in danger if you play me like a simple hoe
If you treat me disrespectfully or underestimate me, you will face consequences
They only casing paper I done made it out the sewer hole
Some people only care about money, but I have overcome difficult circumstances
And all you stupid hoes can suck my dick right through a glory hole, no I ain’t sweating hoes
I have no interest in or respect for women who behave promiscuously, and I will not waste energy on them
Fill me up, lift me up, You don’t cry for love
I still need someone to lift me up, even if that person is not capable of genuine love
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Corey Carter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Reneg8d_Ren
It's crystal clear in 2023!!! This is unreal! Can we please have all of our childhood favorites remastered to this level of quality?! ❤❤❤
@Reajay357
man u don’t kno how bad i miss the times
@irie256
Yeahhhh!!!!!
So uplifted listening to older hits❤😂🎉
@jasondawson92
You remember when this first came out
@Reneg8d_Ren
@@jasondawson92 you don't?
@kccain4011
PLEASE & THANK YOU!🤞🏾😩❤️
@oliverlacey3765
No green screens , special effects or auto tune. Just great singing!!
@inexpugnabilis
This song is such a masterpiece! The music production, the harmonies, just everything. Never to be duplicated. Diary of a mad band was such an amazing piece of art and still is, as it is timeless. 30 years ago and it would still be a hit if released today.
@tonywilson2104
Nothing else needs to be said. So I will say just that👍🏿😉👍🏿
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