The album focuses less on heartache and more on maturity of her vocals and lyrics.Cole explained that, "The first two albums were moreโฆpainful. It's a different me this time: a young woman who's still growing and finding myself, exploring life through different routes musically and in other areas. I wrote more about other people's situations than my own. I'm moving forward."
On the songwriting process, Cole stated, "When I hear something, I hear itโit doesn't take me three, four, five times to hear a song and say, 'OK, let's write.' If I don't write to it right off the bat, it's not working."All the songs on the album were written or co-written by Cole.Guest appearances include Amina, Nas, Monica and 2pac. Along with the album, Cole is developing a movie based on her life. A screenwriter will develop the script with Cole in 2009.
The lead single of the album, "Playa Cardz Right" featuring Tupac, was released on October 21, 2008. It originally appeared on Tupac's Pac's Life, but was rearranged by Cole and producers Ron Fair and Carvin & Ivan.
Released December 16, 2008 (2008-12-16)
(see release history)
Recorded 2008
Genre R&B, hip hop soul
Label Imani, Geffen, Interscope
Producer Keyshia Cole (exec.), Manny Halley (exec.), Ron Fair (exec.), Polow da Don, The Runners, The Outsyders, Kwamรฉ, Orthodox & Ransom, Trackmasters, Carvin & Ivan, Toxic, Tank, Jason T. Miller, Theron "Neffu" Feemster, Reo, Poke & Tone, Spandor
Keyshia Cole makes albums that are definitely worthy of buying and listening to for both men and women. She knows how to connect with her listeners in a way many artists don't without basing situations on how "hard" a person is. Keyshia Cole is undeniably estimable as well as beautiful, so please do her a favor and go out and buy her new album. It's already in stores so go out and get it.
You Complete Me
Keyshia Cole Lyrics
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Have you ever had someone who loved you
Never leave your side
I know you'll be here
Because you love me, yes you do
I'm giving all my life and all my love, if you,
Promise me you'll be here forever
If you promise me you'll never leave me
What my friends say don't matter
You'll be right here from the start
And ill get on my knees
I'll give you all of me
You'll never leave my side
Because
You love me
You complete me
You hold my heart in your hands
And its okay cause I trust that
You'll be the best man that you can
Baby you love me, oh yes you do, yea
And no matter what they ever say about you
I'm gonna stay by your side
Promise me no matter what they say about me
That, you're goin' be here til the end of time
Cause you held me down when no body was around
And gave me all the love I need
So give me more don't you ever leave
Cause you complete me
You love me
You complete me
You hold my heart in your hands
And its okay cause I trust that
You'll be the best man that you can
Cause you,
Give me my heart back
Give me my love back baby
I want it all
Because its never enough
Give me my heart
Give me my love back
I want it all
Because
Its never enough
You love me
You complete me
You hold my heart in your hands
And its okay cause I trust that
You'll be the best man that you can
You love me
You complete me
You hold my heart in your hands
And its okay cause I trust that
You'll be the best man that you can
And its okay,
I know you do you, I know you do.
Yes you do, I need you too, yeah. I love you baby (oh)
The song "You Complete Me" by Keyshia Cole talks about the strength and depth of love that exists between two people. The lyrics express a deep and intense connection between two lovers who promise to stay by each other's side no matter what. The singer talks about giving all her life and love to her partner in exchange for a promise of forever. She also expresses her trust in her partner's ability to be the best man he can be.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "You love me, you complete me, you hold my heart in your hands". This line speaks to the fact that the singer has given her heart and all her love to her partner. She trusts him to hold it safe and to love her in return. The song also touches on the idea that other people's opinions and judgments do not matter as long as there is love between the two partners.
Overall, the song "You Complete Me" is a powerful ballad about the beauty of love and the strength of two people who choose to love each other despite the challenges that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you hear me out there
The singer is asking if her message is being received.
Have you ever had someone who loved you
The singer is asking if the listener has ever experienced true love.
Never leave your side
This refers to a promise of undying loyalty.
I know you'll be here
The singer has faith in the listener's commitment.
Because you love me, yes you do
The listener's love is necessitated for the relationship to work.
I'm giving all my life and all my love, if you,
The singer is willing to give her all to the relationship.
Promise me you'll be here forever
The promise of a forever-long relationship.
Ill give you me I'll give you everything
The singer is willing to give her all to make the relationship work.
If you promise me you'll never leave me
Undying loyalty is required to ensure that the relationship thrives.
What my friends say don't matter
The opinion of friends isn't prioritized in the relationship.
You'll be right here from the start
The relationship is rooted in a strong commitment to starting and succeeding together.
And ill get on my knees
A sign of submission, asking for the listener's commitment.
I'll give you all of me
The singer is willing to give her all to make the relationship work.
You'll never leave my side
Undying loyalty is required to ensure that the relationship thrives.
Because
Grounding the listener's actions in love and commitment.
You love me
The basis of the relationship is love.
You complete me
The singer feels whole with the listener's love and commitment.
You hold my heart in your hands
The listener is responsible for taking care of the singer's heart.
And its okay cause I trust that
The singer has faith in the listener's ability to care for their heart and the relationship.
You'll be the best man that you can
The singer trusts that the listener will be the best partner possible in the relationship.
Baby you love me, oh yes you do, yea
Affirming the listener's love for the singer.
And no matter what they ever say about you
Referring to external opinions about the listener.
I'm gonna stay by your side
The singer promises loyalty to the listener despite any negative opinions from others.
Promise me no matter what they say about me
The singer is asking for the listener's loyalty despite any negative opinions about her.
That, you're goin' be here til the end of time
Undying loyalty is required to ensure that the relationship thrives.
Cause you held me down when no body was around
The listener has been a source of support and love for the singer.
And gave me all the love I need
The listener provides the singer with the love and validation she needs.
So give me more don't you ever leave
The singer is asking for continued commitment and affection from the listener.
Cause you complete me
The singer feels whole with the listener's love and commitment.
Give me my heart back
The singer is expressing her need for commitment and affection from the listener.
Give me my love back baby
The singer is expressing her need for commitment and affection from the listener.
I want it all
The singer is asking for the listener's full commitment and affection.
Because its never enough
The singer has an insatiable need for love and affection from the listener.
And its okay,
Affirming that the relationship can withstand any challenges.
I know you do you, I know you do.
The singer is affirming the listener's love and commitment to the relationship.
Yes you do, I need you too, yeah. I love you baby (oh)
Affirming the singer's love for the listener and her need for their continued commitment.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KEYSHIA M. COLE, THERON OTIS FEEMSTER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@1dan45
2024 anybody ๐๐๐
@KeeKeeKnuclles
Yessss I'm in love โค๏ธ ๐ this song forever ๐
@jessicacollins9840
meeee
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@deliberatelyspoken
Iam here
@OTW0820
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@aliciashatti
Still listening in 2024
@mrspeaker89
Knowing that she initially wrote this song as a message to God, only to switch up the lyrics to make it into a love song... makes me love this song even more!
@Chaseysophia
Oh wow is this the real story behind this song ? Cause this gave me chills down my spine! I love that
@mrspeaker89
@@Chaseysophia yes! She mentioned this on her verzuz against Ashanti