I Know What You Want
Mariah Carey Lyrics

Yeah
Acknowledging the start of the song.

Shorty, I know what you need
Addressing a loved one and recognizing their desires.

I got everything you need
Asserting that the singer has the solutions to their loved one's issues.

I promise I ain't gon' hold out neither
Affirming a desire to help and not withhold anything from their loved one.

I'ma give it all to you baby
Repeating a desire to offer their loved one everything.

That's word bond, bust it
Emphasizing that the singer is being truthful.

Baby, if you give it to me, I'll give it to you
Proposing an exchange of love and affection.

I know what you want, you know I got it
Repeating a claim of knowing their loved one's desires and being able to provide them.

As long as you want, you know I got it
Asserting that the artist can match their loved one's wishes no matter the duration.

We been together for a few years, shared a few tears
Noting a length of time and some shared emotional moments.

Called each other nicknames like Sugar Plum and Poo Bear
Sharing a playful and affectionate relationship with each other.

I'm always on the road, hardly ever home
Acknowledging the artist's busy schedule and frequent traveling.

Always busy this busy that can't talk on the phone
Explaining the difficulties with communication due to work-related responsibilities.

I know you aggravated, walk around frustrated
Understanding their loved one's negative feelings due to a lack of attention and time together.

Patience gettin' short, how longer can you tolerate it
Recognizing their loved one's patience is limited, wondering how long they can handle the situation.

Listen ma I'm just motivated, I do this for us
Explaining the motivation behind their busy schedule and work is for the benefit of the relationship and their future together.

Step on the grind tryin' to elevate it now
Making efforts to improve their current situation through hard work and dedication.

Ay yo to really be honest
Introducing an honest and sincere statement.

You stuck with me through my whole struggle
Expressing gratitude towards their loved one for supporting them through difficult times.

Can't even express the words
Admitting that words cannot fully show the appreciation felt towards their loved one.

How much the kid loves ya
Using affectionate language to express love towards their partner.

I'ma stand as a man never above ya
Affirming that the artist will always support and stand with their loved one.

I can tell that you different from most
Noting how their loved one is unique and special to the singer.

Slightly approach you
Describing how the artist interacts with their loved one in a gentle and careful manner.

And the ill shit about it, we don't sex every day
Revealing a detail about their relationship, explaining that they don't engage in sexual activity all the time.

But when we sex we tease in a passionate way
Describing how the singer and their loved one engage in playful and intimate behavior during sexual activity.

Love the way you touch it those little elaborate ways
Expressing admiration towards their loved one's affectionate behavior during sex.

Got the god feelin' released to relax for the day
Describing a sense of relaxation and release after having sex with their loved one.

It's on you ma
Giving control to their loved one to make their own choices.

Shh, mami listen
Requesting the attention of their loved one in a gentle manner.

I feel your love for me baby and how it move through you
Acknowledging and understanding the depth of their loved one's love towards them.

I been longin' for the moment to talk the truth to you
Expressing how important it is to speak truthfully with their loved one about their feelings.

(Listen) I'm never home I always get up and go
Explaining a challenge in the relationship caused by the artist's frequent traveling and being away from home.

Puttin' you through the unnecessary rigmarole
Recognizing the difficulties in their loved one's life that are caused by the artist's schedule.

I never meant to put a thousand pounds of stress on your head
Apologizing for the negative impact that their work has on their loved one.

I love the way we sleep and how we always cuddle in bed
Expressing appreciation for a peaceful and intimate moment shared with their loved one.

Baby, I stay embracin' your patience sheddin' your tears with me
Expressing admiration and gratitude towards their loved one for their patience and support through difficult times.

I ask you my mami please continue to bear with me
Requesting their loved one's continued patience and support despite the difficulties in the relationship.

We started out broke constantly on a roll
Remembering a time when the relationship began while both parties were struggling financially.

Cuttin' up in the streets like we would never get old
Remembering shared moments of fun and adventure in the past.

Went from looseys and buses and fifty cent sodas
Reflecting on how life has changed from a time when they were poor and could only afford little things.

And Novas to Hondas to Lexus to Rovers
Describing how life has improved over time in terms of being able to afford nicer things and vehicles.

Mad years passed still got each other back (oh yeah)
Noting that many years have passed, but the singer and their loved one still support each other.

Word is bond never screw none of these industry cats (boy)
Asserting a commitment to honesty and fidelity in the music industry.

We like Scull and Mulder, walkin' shoulder to shoulder
Comparing themselves to lead characters in the TV series The X-Files, highlighting their close relationship.

Milkin' this game watchin' our seeds gettin' older
Acknowledging their success in the music industry while raising a family and witnessing their children grow up.

Yes you know I'll die for you
Expressing a willingness to make the ultimate sacrifice for their loved one.

And you know I'll ride with you
Affirming that they will support their loved one no matter what life brings.

I will always try with you
Promising to make an effort to build, repair, and maintain their relationship.

And give you my love and cry with you
Expressing emotions and showing affection towards their loved one.

I will climb a mountain high
Using a metaphor to show a commitment to overcoming any obstacles in the relationship.

Until our love will touch the sky
Describing a love that is limitless and knows no bounds.

So baby come and get more close to me
Requesting intimacy and affection from their loved one.

'Cause this is where your love is supposed to be
Asserting that the singer's arms are where their loved one belongs.

I pull up to the house in a yellow Lamborghini
Describing a luxurious vehicle being used by the singer.

It's been a few months in PA you haven't seen me
Explaining a reason for the artist's absence and lack of contact with their loved one.

You lookin' good in that Gucci bikini
Complimenting their loved one's appearance.

38 carats, your ring lookin' freezy
Describing a shiny and impressive piece of jewelry being worn by their loved one.

No matter what I do in the world you never leave me
Noting that their loved one remains faithful and committed to the relationship despite the challenges.

Fall back ma I'll make your lifestyle easy
Promising to make life easier and more comfortable for their loved one.

I appreciate the things ya do to please me
Expressing gratitude and recognition towards their loved one for the things they do.

Lookin' at my daughter you'll never do me greasy
Referring to the shared love and protection of their child, indicating trust and loyalty towards their loved one.