They officially disbanded in early 2007.
2.) Lady is a retro-R&B band with soul superstar Nicole Wray. Their self-titled debut album was released on Truth & Soul records on March 5, 2013. The album is produced by soul veterans Leon Michels and Jeff Silverman who have also recorded with Aloe Blacc and Lee Fields. Terri Walker sings on the album and is featured in early interviews, but has left the band in July 2013 to focus on solo work.
3.) LADY, born Shameka Brown, is an American female rapper known for the hit singles "Yankin", "Twerk" and "Pussy".
4.) Lady is a Japanese singer.
Tell the Truth
Lady Lyrics
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I just can't walk away (holdin' his, holdin' his hand)
Not like a mother but I'm his lover
I'll stay there right by his side
Lovin' you placin' my emotions there
I know he always will, wipe away my only tears
I know he always will, hold me in the middle of the night
I know he always will
Tell the truth, if you really can now
We would not be here now
Talking bout how we'll pull through
Tell the truth if you want to make it
No more givin' I'm takin'
Cause I've had enough of you
Pushed me away just the other day (I had somethin' on my mind)
Feelin' alone, many miles away (please wake up, please wake up, I'm here)
You'll never find someone like me
I'll stay there right by your side
Lovin' you placin' my emotions there
I know he always will, wipe away my only tears
I know he always will, hold me in the middle of the night
I know he always will, kiss me there, uhm, that's right
I know he always will
Tell the truth, if you really can now
We would not be here now
Talking bout how we'll pull through
Tell the truth if you want to make it
No more givin' I'm takin'
Cause I had enough of you
I'll be there, by your side
x12
Tell the truth, if you really can now
We would not be here now
Talking bout how we'll pull through
Tell the truth if you want to make it
No more givin' I'm takin'
Cause I've had enough of you
tell the truth
tell the truth
tell the truth
tell the truth
The lyrics of "Tell the Truth" by Lady touch on the complexities of a relationship. The opening lines illustrate the frustration of being with a man who can be exhausting at times, but the singer cannot bring herself to walk away from him. She clarifies that she is not his mother, but his lover, which means she will stay by his side. Here, we see the love-hate conflict in the relationship. The singer seems to be invested in the relationship but is growing tired of the lack of honesty.
Further into the song, the singer acknowledges that her partner will always comfort her, whether it's wiping her tears away or holding her in the middle of the night. Yet, she still feels the need to ask him to "tell the truth." By not being truthful, the singer is left feeling that they would not be in the current position if they had just been honest with each other. She wants him to confess what he's been hiding to make the relationship work.
Throughout the song, we see the singer's confidence grow as she demands honesty in the relationship. She's no longer willing to keep giving to the relationship; it's time for her to take something back. The repetition of "tell the truth" at the end of the song serves as a reminder that honesty is essential in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh my man he makes me weary sometimes (he makes me weary)
My partner can be exhausting to deal with sometimes.
I just can't walk away (holdin' his, holdin' his hand)
Despite the difficulties, I can't bring myself to leave my partner's side.
Not like a mother but I'm his lover
I care for my partner deeply, but not in a maternal way.
I'll stay there right by his side
Lovin' you placin' my emotions there
I will stay with my partner and invest my emotions in our relationship.
I know he always will, wipe away my only tears
I trust that my partner will always be there to comfort me when I cry.
I know he always will, hold me in the middle of the night
I trust that my partner will always hold me when I need to feel secure.
I know he always will, kiss me there, uhm, that's right
I trust that my partner will always show me affection when I need it.
Tell the truth, if you really can now
We would not be here now
Talking bout how we'll pull through
If my partner had been honest from the beginning, we wouldn't have to be worrying about our future together now.
Tell the truth if you want to make it
No more givin' I'm takin'
Cause I've had enough of you
I am tired of giving in this relationship and need my partner to start being honest with me.
Pushed me away just the other day (I had somethin' on my mind)
Feelin' alone, many miles away (please wake up, please wake up, I'm here)
You'll never find someone like me
I'll stay there right by your side
Lovin' you placin' my emotions there
My partner recently pushed me away when I needed them, and it made me feel alone. Despite this, I know that I still love them and am willing to stay with them and invest my emotions in our relationship.
I'll be there, by your side
x12
I will always be there for my partner, no matter what.
tell the truth
tell the truth
tell the truth
tell the truth
This repeated phrase emphasizes the importance of honesty in a successful relationship.
Contributed by Adam B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Patcharissa Chan
Oh my man he makes me weary sometimes (he makes me weary)
I just can't walk away (holdin' his, holdin' his hand)
Not like a mother but I'm his lover
I'll stay there right by his side
Lovin' you placin' my emotions there
I know he always will, wipe away my only tears
I know he always will, hold me in the middle of the night
I know he always will, kiss me there, uhm, that's right
I know he always will
Tell the truth, if you really can now
We would not be here now
Talking bout how we'll pull through
Pushed me away just the other day (I had somethin' on my mind)
Feelin' alone, many miles away (please wake up, please wake up, I'm here)
You'll never find someone like me
I'll stay there right by your side
Lovin' you placin' my emotions there
I know he always will, wipe away my only tears
I know he always will, hold me in the middle of the night
I know he always will, kiss me there, uhm, that's right
I know he always will
Tell the truth, if you really can now
We would not be here now
Talking bout how we'll pull through
Tell the truth if you want to make it
No more givin' I'm takin'
Cause I had enough of you
I'll be there, by your side
X12
Tell the truth, if you really can now
We would not be here now
Talking bout how we'll pull through
Tell the truth if you want to make it
No more givin' I'm takin'
Cause I've had enough of you
Tell the truth
Tell the truth
Tell the truth
Tell the truth
Cool Cliftop
I am really digging these chicks. I can't wait for the next album. Cant get enough of their sweet soul sounds
M.Carlette Tucker
Dammmmmmmmn! These young ladies with that sweet old school sound! True singers right here,
Briana Kelley
modern classic! Loving this!
IYourQueen1
What can more can be said about them.... we are here.. because of the soulful voice they have.. LOVING THIS
David Clarke
Love it!
MsBeckyLoves
love this old school sound
FauxReal
This is fire!
Marcus Dent
Man I want to work with them. This sound is buried in the era.
Useless
Bass line is awesome!
Star Grijalva
Great Song❤