I'm On Your Side
Keb' Mo' Lyrics

In the first verse of Keb’ Mo’s “I’m on Your Side” the lyrics are simple yet conveying a powerful message. Keb’ Mo’ is offering his support to someone who is going through something tough. He repeats the line “Get with me baby, I’m on your side” twice in the beginning of the song letting the listener know that he wants to be there for them whenever they need him.

In the second verse, Keb’ Mo’ acknowledges that there are changes that come about with the passage of time but he remains firm in his beliefs despite that. He assures the listener that he is not looking for confrontation but rather seeking clear communication. He asks the listener to talk to him and confide in him so that he can set things right.

In the chorus, Keb’ Mo’ reaffirms his commitment to be there for the listener as a protector and a comforter. He acknowledges that the listener may be going through a tough time, and he’s offering to be there for them with emotional and possible financial support. He’s saying that he wants to be a person the listener can count on with the lines “I’ll be your sugar daddy” and “I’ll be your vigilante if that’s what you need baby.” However, Keb’ Mo’ makes it clear in the last verse that he wants to respect the listener’s independence when he says he doesn’t want to “own” them or treat them like a possession.