I Need Luv
Lil' J Lyrics
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Lil' J (I need love, love, love, love)
What
When I'm alone in my room or when I'm out at the mall
Or in the back of a limo I hear my conscience call
Saying, "J, you need a girl who's as sweet as a dove"
For the first time in my life, I see I need love
That I had run on many girls and I ain't sayin' no
name
Then the thought occurred, memories made my heart hurt
As I said to myself, "Look what you've done to her"
And her and her and her, can't explain how it feels
Bein' J, see and girls knowin' nothin' is real
Playin' make-believe, pretendin' that I won't leave
them
Catch me in the streets, I'm actin' like I don't see
them
Tellin' them things I know they wantin' to hear
Whisper, then sittin' so close, like a ice in the ear
Let 'em know when you with me you got nothin' to fear
Usually feelings I'm fakin', now I'm makin' it clear
Baby, you know my word is down with platinum and gold
One of half of me deserves to be this way till I'm old
But the other half deserves passion and trust
Forever lasting crush, 'cause mami, it's just us
I need love
Loving you, love from you
All those others I can choose
Don't wanna choose to lose
I need love [I need love]
Loving you, love from you
'Cause it's you I can't resist
On my lips I want a kiss
I need love from you
She got immaculate hands, exquisite feet
Her eyes, lips and body make the picture complete
It ain't all physical though, her mind is real
Always wantin' to communicate, say how she feel
Never notice the whip, just playin' the wheel
Baby T is west tech spinnin' danger chill
Sun glistenin' on your skin, it's the prettiest sight
Smile bright enough to light up the city at night
So ma, where you're at, you're neither here nor there
I swear I can't find you anywhere
Damn sho' ain't in the studio or out in the club
This love search is really making me bug
And if you know who you are, I'll add J on the scene
See, the image is plain, for every king need a queen
I'll search the whole world for my special girl
When I finally find her, cop her a Lex to twirl
I need love
Loving you, love from you
All those others I can choose
Don't wanna choose to lose
I need love [I need love]
Loving you, love from you
'Cause it's you I can't resist
On my lips I want a kiss
I need love from you
Soon as I wake up I wanna hear your voice
Callin' me on the phone
Tellin' me, tellin' me, tellin' me
That you need me, me, my love
I've gotta see your face, hear your voice
Baby, baby, baby
I need, I need love [I need love]
Loving you, love from you
All those others I can choose
Don't wanna choose to lose
I need love [I need love]
Loving you, love from you
'Cause it's you I can't resist
On my lips I want a kiss
I need love from you
Girl, listen to me
When I be sittin' in my room all alone
Fantasies run through my mind
And I come to see that I need true love
And if you wanna be there for me, girl
I need you to make yourself seen
I'll be waiting, I love you
Loving you, love from you
All those others I can choose
Don't wanna choose to lose
I need love [I need love]
Loving you, love from you
'Cause it's you I can't resist
On my lips I want a kiss
I need love from you
The lyrics to Lil' J's "I Need Luv" express the rapper's desire for true love and the mistakes he has made in the past with women. The first verse reveals a sense of regret and loneliness as he reflects on his past behavior with women. He realizes he needs a girl who is "sweet as a dove" and acknowledges the pain he's caused to past relationships. He openly admits to playing games and pretending, making girls believe that he won't leave, even though it's all just an act. However, he seeks redemption and wants to be honest and real with his future partner, deserving passion and trust.
The second verse describes his ideal girl, beautiful both inside and out. He finds himself endlessly searching for someone special and hopes to one day find his queen. He's willing to go to great lengths to find her and promises to provide a luxurious life for her, including a Lexus to drive. His yearning for love continues into the chorus, repeating the phrase "Loving you, love from you" as if he's speaking directly to the girl he's been searching for.
The final verse is a plea to this girl to make herself seen and be there for him. He fantasizes about her and needs someone to be there for him when he's lonely. His desperation for love is evident in these lyrics, and the song ends on a hopeful note, with Lil' J expressing his love and readiness to receive it in return.
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