In 1999 Jazz legend Joe Sample collaborated with Lalah on the album The Song Lives On, which became a staple on both Jazz and Smooth R&B radio, as well as topping the Jazz charts. However, it would not be until 2004 that Lalah Hathaway would resurface with her own project. She had her biggest hit single in years with an inspired cover of the late Luther Vandross' Forever, For Always, For Love, topping the Urban AC Chart and reaching Top 40 on Billboards mainstream R&B chart, a feat repeated by Outrun the Sky, Hathaway's first solo album in a decade, which was released late in the year.
Something
Lalah Hathaway Lyrics
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You and I have something
How I long to be around when
When you can see that
You and I have something
Come on, oh, oh, it's something
You better believe it
How I long to be around when
When you can see that
You and I have something
And come on, it's been a revelation, yeah
You've been an inspiration to me
And there is not one question, no
And my heart will run to you
Oh, oh, it's something
You better believe it
You and I have something
I don't wanna lose this time, babe
And hope you can see that
'Cause you and I have something
In my heart I can't believe we've been so blind
Looks like we've wasted so much time
There's not a doubt that rings untrue
Said when I'm with you
Oh, you and I got something
Come on, oh, oh, it's something
Oh, you and I, we got something
Come on, oh, oh, it's something
The lyrics in Lalah Hathaway's song "Something" are expressive and soulful, focusing on the depth of connection between two individuals who share an unexplainable "something". The starting vocals "Ooh, ooh, ooh, it's something" are repeated throughout the song to emphasize the intensity and magic of the attraction between the two people. The repetition of "You and I have something" highlights the uniqueness of the bond between the two individuals, and a longing to be around when they notice the deep level of compatibility.
The following verses continue the theme of admiration for the other person and how much they mean to one another. Hathaway's smooth vocals and heartfelt delivery add depth and emotion to the song, conveying the message that their bond is more than just youthful infatuation. The line "I don't wanna lose this time, babe" emphasizes that this connection is important and valuable, and that they do not want to let it slip away.
In the bridge, Hathaway sings that this connection has been a revelation and that the other person has been an inspiration to her. The rejection of doubt signifies an unwavering belief in the connection they share. The song concludes on a positive note with the line, "Oh, you and I, we got something," reaffirming that what they have is special and worth cherishing.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh, ooh, ooh, it's something
There's something special between us, an unexplainable feeling.
You and I have something
There's a connection between us that cannot be ignored.
How I long to be around when
I look forward to spending time with you and experiencing what we have together.
When you can see that
I want you to realize the incredible bond that we share.
Come on, oh, oh, it's something
Let's continue to explore this spark between us and not ignore it.
You better believe it
I'm confident that what we have is real and worth pursuing.
And I'm sure of one thing
I have no doubts about how I feel towards you and us.
There is not one question, no
I have no doubts or uncertainties about us and our relationship.
And my heart will run to you
My love for you is undeniable and I will always be drawn to you.
Oh, you and I got something
We have found something special and unique in each other.
I don't wanna lose this time, babe
I don't want to waste any more of our time together and let this spark fade away.
Hope you can see that
I want you to see how much I value what we have and that it's worth fighting for.
'Cause you and I have something
What we have is worth pursuing and I don't want to let it go.
In my heart I can't believe we've been so blind
I can't believe we haven't realized what we have until now.
Looks like we've wasted so much time
We have missed out on so many opportunities to explore this connection we share.
There's not a doubt that rings untrue
There's no uncertainty about what we have, it's real and true.
Said when I'm with you
I feel complete and content when I'm with you.
Oh, you and I, we got something
There's something special between us that we cannot ignore.
Come on, oh, oh, it's something
Let's not waste any more time and continue exploring what we have.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRENDA GORDON RUSSELL, DAVID W. FOSTER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Cybio
What about the ancient traditional singing called "Tuva" ?...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhSEKxQjOpY
And the modern way of using this technique, called "polyphonic overtone" :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vC9Qh709gas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9-pwR6qdhE
A short history overview about overtone and throat singing with Anna-Maria Hefele :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSyVS_kPMeU
Cak Redi
Lalah isn't just singing.
She keeps her father's legacy alive.
Respect.
Johnathan 4Ever
PERIODT
Deborah B
wait, she's the daughter of Donny Hathaway???? LMAO I can't believe I never realized that
Johnathan 4Ever
@Deborah B 😂😂
PVibez
Very proud of her we can be sure of that :)
Johnathan 4Ever
@PVibez DAMN RIGHT
Emelyn J.
9 years later and I still get the same chills I had the first time I heard this masterpiece. Classic.
Carolyn Young
EVERY. TIME.
Roslyn Carver
Facts 💯
Kevin Madsen
Same!!