Reach
Lil 'Mo' Yin Yang Lyrics


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Man, women, boy, women, girl
Women without a man is nothing
Without her, man is nothing
Women have their faults
Men only have two
Everything they say and everything they do
Men who have pierced ears are better prepared for marriage
They've experienced pain
And have bought jewelry
Women have two weapons
Cosmetics and tears
I'm a perfect house keeper
Every time I leave a man I keep his house
No women has ever hated a man
Enough to give him back his diamonds
Why don't women blink during foreplay?
They don't have time
Man, women, boy, women, girl
Men forget everything
Women remember everything
A girl can wait for the right man to come along
But it doesn't stop her from having fun
With all the wrong ones in the mean time
The real reason why it's so difficult to find men
Who are sensitive, caring and good looking?
Is because they all have boyfriends already
A successful man is one who makes more money
Than his wife can spend
A successful women is one who can find such a man
Man, women, boy, women, girl
Women driver really means
Someone who doesn't speed, tailgates
Swear, make obscene gestures
And has a better driving record than men have
It's a guy thing really means
Irrational, illogical, stupid and extremely low
Oh don't fuss I just cut myself, it's no big deal
Really means I'm about to die but before I die
I want you to remember me as a strong proud man
Who never cries
Man, women, boy, women, girl
If you want to learn more about women
Watch 'Sex in the City'
If you want to learn more about men
Take a good look at Homer Simpson




The difference between light and hard
Is that men can sleep all night with a light on

Overall Meaning

The song "Reach" by Lil 'Mo' Yin Yang is a satirical take on the stereotypes and generalizations about gender roles in society. The lyrics point out the flaws and strengths of both genders, while also making light of the differences between them. The song begins by alternating between the words "man, woman, boy, woman, girl" and then states that "women without a man are nothing" and "without her, man is nothing." This sets up the theme of the song - that both men and women have their faults, but also their strengths.


The lyrics then proceed to make several cheeky statements about gender roles. For example, men are said to only have two faults - "everything they say and everything they do." On the other hand, women are described as having two weapons - "cosmetics and tears."


The song also tackles the idea of success and what it means for men and women. A successful man is one who makes more money than his wife can spend, while a successful woman is one who can find such a man. This satirical jab at gender roles plays into the idea that men are expected to be the breadwinners, while women should seek out a wealthy man to marry.


The lyrics of "Reach" point out the differences between men and women, but also poke fun at the stereotypes and generalizations that surround them. The song is a commentary on society's expectations of gender roles and how they can often be absurd and limiting.


Line by Line Meaning

Man, women, boy, women, girl
Everyone is included - men, women, boys, and girls.


Women without a man is nothing
Women often feel like they need a man to be complete.


Without her, man is nothing
Men often feel like they need a woman to be complete.


Women have their faults
Women, like everyone else, are not perfect and have their own challenges.


Men only have two
Men are often criticized for having fewer faults than women.


Everything they say and everything they do
Men are often judged by their words and actions.


Men who have pierced ears are better prepared for marriage
Men with pierced ears have experienced pain and the commitment that comes with getting a piercing.


They've experienced pain
Piercing ears can be painful, but it can also teach a lesson about commitment and preparation.


And have bought jewelry
Men with pierced ears have also shown an interest in jewelry and fashion.


Women have two weapons
Women often use cosmetics and tears to get what they want or to manipulate others.


Cosmetics and tears
Women use makeup and crying to influence people or situations.


I'm a perfect house keeper
The singer is proud of their ability to keep a clean and organized home.


Every time I leave a man I keep his house
The singer has a habit of leaving their partners, but always keeps the house immaculate.


No women has ever hated a man
Women often hold onto the things that men give them, like diamonds, even if they dislike the man who gave it to them.


Enough to give him back his diamonds
Women tend to keep expensive gifts, even if they no longer want to be with the man who gave it to them.


Why don't women blink during foreplay?
This is a playful reference to the idea that women are fully focused and invested in the moment during sexual activity.


They don't have time
Women are often so focused and in the moment during sex, they don't think about blinking.


Men forget everything
Men are often portrayed as forgetful, especially when it comes to important dates or details.


Women remember everything
Women are often portrayed as having a powerful memory for details and events.


A girl can wait for the right man to come along
Women may hold out for the perfect partner, even if it takes a long time.


But it doesn't stop her from having fun
In the meantime, women may still have fun and enjoy themselves, even if they haven't found the right partner yet.


With all the wrong ones in the mean time
Women may have dates or relationships with people who aren't right for them before they find the perfect partner.


The real reason why it's so difficult to find men
Men who are sensitive, caring, and good-looking are hard to find.


Who are sensitive, caring and good looking?
This describes a somewhat idealized version of a man that many women find attractive.


Is because they all have boyfriends already
The best men may already be taken, and it's hard to find someone who meets all of your criteria.


A successful man is one who makes more money
Men are often judged by their ability to make money and provide for their families.


Than his wife can spend
Men may feel like they need to make more money than their spouses to be considered successful.


A successful woman is one who can find such a man
Women are often judged by the kind of partner they have or their ability to find a man who makes a lot of money.


Women driver really means
This is a reference to the stereotype that women are bad drivers.


Someone who doesn't speed, tailgates, swear, make obscene gestures
In fact, women may be good drivers who follow the rules of the road and drive safely.


And has a better driving record than men have
Studies have shown that women are safer drivers and get into fewer accidents than men.


It's a guy thing really means
This is a reference to the idea that men often do things that women don't understand or think are ridiculous.


Irrational, illogical, stupid and extremely low
Sometimes, these things may be seen as irrational or stupid to an outsider.


Oh don't fuss I just cut myself, it's no big deal
Men may try to downplay their pain or injuries and act like nothing is wrong.


Really means I'm about to die but before I die
In reality, the man may be in a lot of pain or seriously injured, but doesn't want to admit it.


I want you to remember me as a strong proud man
Men may want to be remembered as strong and proud, even in their last moments.


Who never cries
Men may want to be seen as tough and stoic, even in emotional situations.


If you want to learn more about women
If you want to learn about the experiences or cultures of women, watch a show like 'Sex in the City.'


Watch 'Sex in the City'
This show is known for documenting the experiences of a group of women in New York City and their dating lives.


If you want to learn more about men
To learn about the experiences or cultures of men, look to pop culture figures like Homer Simpson from 'The Simpsons.'


Take a good look at Homer Simpson
Homer Simpson is a famous pop culture figure known for his humor and distinctive character traits.


The difference between light and hard
This is a play on the words 'light' and 'hard,' which can have different meanings in different contexts.


Is that men can sleep all night with a light on
Here, 'light' refers to the idea of something being not very difficult or intense.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERICK A. MORILLO, LOUIE VEGA

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@Nico-ex7cg

That tune is a train.. hypnotic !!!! Absolutely a masterpiece for all that loved the real old school house music.. 1996

@mrdavejtyrrell

Rip Erick morillo this was the bomb 💣 a true classic 😢 have two copy's on strictly vinyl and can't remember buying either ... god love the 90s x

@timafiggy

i had the cd when strickly had volumes.

@Studiovette

Possibly one of the most epic tracks of all time

@alanladdseinekatze859

The holy grail of Strictly Rhythm and maybe the pinnacle of true House Music culture.

The final frontier...

@kmack657

Right on brother! Right on!

@giannish

YES SIR!

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Truth 🙌

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