Let's Stay Together
Lyfe Lyrics

La la la la la la la la la
The artist starts with a repetitive vocalization as if he is to commence some healing ritual

We gon' put some people back together today, ha
The artist is displaying optimism that he can resolve conflicts with this upcoming song

Somebody gon' thank me after this song, man
The artist is hopeful that his song can bring positive change to someone's life

Matter of fact, I'm a thank me right now
The artist is confident that his song is something he can be proud of

Girl, I apologize
The artist is addressing a woman he hurt and is taking accountability by seeking forgiveness through an apology

I'm to blame
The artist admits to causing harm in the relationship

And I can't sympathize with your pain
The artist acknowledges he can't fully understand the woman's hurt

If I could I'd make it go away
The artist expresses a desire to alleviate the woman's suffering if it were possible

But I can't
The artist recognizes his limitations in fixing the woman's feelings

So I concentrate on more realistic things
The artist will focus on the present and resolving conflicts instead of past regrets

Like questioning
The artist wants to analyze the relationship instead of being impulsive

Is there anything here worth salvaging?
The artist wonders if the relationship is worth saving

Is it over?
The artist is questioning the state of the relationship

How do we go about deciding?
The artist wants to find a way to come to a mutual decision

Do we add up all the good times then divide them
The artist wonders if the good times of the relationship outweigh the bad

By how many times we hurt each other
The artist is considering the pain and consequences caused by the past arguments they had

Or do we just ignore the numbers and vow right now to never ever take asunder?
The artist is considering the possibility of forgiving each other instead of focusing on past mistakes and continuously fighting

Let's stay together
The artist suggests working things out in the relationship and staying together despite differences

Can we agree to just disagree?
The artist wants to work things out by accepting differences and not forcing each other to agree

Don't do it for the kids, do it for me
The artist is urging the woman to try and fix the relationship for their sake rather than their kids

I'm tired of all this making up and breaking up
The artist is tired of the cycle of conflict and reunion

Let's stay together (together)
The artist reiterates his desire to work things out and stay together

Girl, I can't justify what I've done
The artist is still struggling with regret for past mistakes

Ain't got no reasons why, not even one
The artist admits that there is no excuse for his behavior

I pray to God what seems like every morning for the sun
The artist is expressing his hope that God will help guide them

To shine on us just one more time
The artist hopes for a chance to make things right

And let me hold you in my arms, and we'd just cry
The artist wants the woman to know that he needs her and that they can find comfort through crying together

See, if you leave
The artist is concerned about the possibility of separation

(I would not die physically)
The artist implies that he can survive without the woman but that he would be deeply heartbroken and emotionally destroyed

But emotionally
The artist acknowledges that losing the woman would deeply hurt him emotionally

(Might as well bury me)
The artist is using hyperbole, meaning that losing the woman would make him feel as if he is dead inside

For I can't be the man I should have been
The artist regrets his past behavior and wants to be better in the future

Before all of this happened
The artist highlights the turning point where their relationship began to unravel

But if we hold on
The artist still believes that things could work out if they hold on

(And ask God for direction)
The artist suggests that the answer to their problems could come from seeking divine intervention

Where we went wrong
The artist suggests they need to identify their mistakes to fix their problems

(We can make the correction if we)
The artist believes that they can find a solution to their problems

Just stay strong
The artist encourages his partner to remain supportive and resilient

All of our up and downs
The artist acknowledges that the relationship has had numerous highs and lows

Fully come around
The artist suggests that things will work out in the end if they remain committed to each other

And there will be nothing that can shake us
The artist has faith that their newfound resilience will eliminate any future obstacles that threaten their relationship

Nothing that can break us
The artist reinforces his belief that they can fix their problems by working together and nothing can break them up

(Put your hands together, man)
The artist is emphasizing the optimistic message behind the song and urging the listeners to join him in applause

This is where it all comes to a head at
The artist suggests that this is the pivotal moment of decision making in their relationship

Are all these years worth nothing?
The artist questions whether the years they have spent together mean anything

You don't wanna be with him
The artist is addressing the woman and suggesting that they are better off together than apart

He don't wanna be with you
The artist is suggesting that the man wants to stay in the relationship with the woman as well

Hell, you done made some mistakes too
The artist acknowledges that the woman has made mistakes in the relationship as well

He done made some mistakes
The artist is suggesting that the man has also committed mistakes

You done made some mistakes before, man
The artist is urging the man to let go of past grudges and forgive the woman's mistakes

Work it out, man
The artist is urging them to work through their problems and stay together

And you dudes out there
The artist is addressing his male audience

Anybody can be slick at talking
The artist suggests that anyone can speak well to persuade others

Try to be slick at listening, man
The artist encourages listeners to be better at understanding others instead of just speaking their mind

Your work is at home
The artist suggests that people should prioritize their relationships with those closest to them instead of prioritizing external work

It ain't in the streets, it's at home
The artist is suggesting that true success lies in improving domestic life and relationships

So get there, get there
The artist is urging listeners to prioritize their domestic life

And stay there
The artist is emphasizing the importance of remaining committed to their domestic life