Honey
Mariah Carey Featuring Da Brat JD Lyrics
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I like that
Oh, oh
Come on
MC
La da da da da da da da (c'mon) da da
La da da da da da da da, la da da da da (MC)
La da da da da da da da, da da da da da
La da da da da, da da da da
Let's go
Oh, now you can have me
When you want me
You simply ask me to be there (uh huh)
And you're the only one
Who makes me come running
'Cause what you got
Is far beyond compare, ooh
And it's just like honey (yeah)
When your love (when your love) comes over me (comes over me)
Oh, baby, I've got a dependency
Always strung out
For another taste of your honey (ooh)
It's like honey when it washes over me
You know sugar never ever was so sweet
And I'm dying for ya
Crying for ya (crying)
I adore ya
One hit of your love affected me (yeah)
And I'm strung out on you, darling
Don't you see (every night)
Every night and day I can hardly wait
For another taste of honey (honey)
Honey, I can't describe
How good it feels inside (ooh, honey)
Honey, I can't describe
How good it feels inside
Oh, I can't be elusive with you honey (I like that)
'Cause it's blatant that I'm feeling you (yeah)
And it's too hard for me to leave abruptly
'Cause you're the only thing I wanna do
And it's just like honey
When your love (when your love) comes over me (comes over me)
Oh, baby, I've got a dependency (so addicted to ya, honey)
Always strung out
For another taste of your honey (honey)
It's like honey when it washes over me
You know sugar never ever was so sweet
And I'm dying for ya
Crying for ya
I adore ya
One hit of your love addicted me (I need you babe)
And I'm strung out on you, darling (ooh, your love addicted me)
Don't you see (I can't wait)
Every night and day I can hardly wait (for another)
For another taste of honey (Baby, I can hardly wait)
Harlem world we won't stop for Mariah, you're on fire
Harlem world we won't stop, so Mariah, take us higher
Harlem world we won't stop, for Mariah, you're on fire
Harlem world we won't stop, so Mariah, take us higher
Break it down
Every little thing you do
Now, what we gonna do right here
Is we gonna smooth it out
(Oh, oh, honey got me hooked on you)
MC, and she won't stop
It's like honey when it washes over me
You know sugar never ever was so sweet
And I'm dying for ya
Crying for ya
I adore ya
One hit of your love addicted me
And I'm strung out on you, darling
Don't you see
Every night and day I can hardly wait
For another taste of honey
It's like honey when it washes over me
You know sugar never ever was so sweet
And I'm dying for ya
Crying for ya
I adore ya
One hit of your love addicted me
And I'm strung out on you, darling
Don't you see
Every night and day I can hardly wait
For another taste of honey
It's like honey when it washes over me
You know sugar never ever was so sweet
And I'm dying for ya
Crying for ya
I adore ya
One hit of your love addicted me
And I'm strung out on you, darling
Don't you see
Every night and day I can hardly wait
For another taste of honey
The lyrics to Mariah Carey featuring Da Brat & JD's song "Honey" speak of a romantic relationship where the singer is addicted to her lover. She cannot resist his charm and is always seeking another taste of his "honey." The song features rap verses by Da Brat and JD, who add a hip-hop feel to the R&B track. The chorus repeats the words "honey" and "like honey," likening the sweetness of the relationship to the taste of honey.
One interesting aspect of this song is its behind-the-scenes story. Mariah Carey co-wrote the song with producer Sean "Puffy" Combs, who also produced the original version of the track, but the two had a falling out over the production credit. Combs claimed that he produced the song, while Carey said that she produced it herself. The disagreement resulted in Combs suing Carey for credit and royalties.
Another fascinating aspect of this song is its use of sampling. The track heavily samples the 1981 song "Hey DJ" by the World's Famous Supreme Team, which was an influential hip-hop and electro group from New York City. The song's signature "Uh huh, you know what it is" hook was also later sampled by numerous other artists, including T.I. on his hit song "Whatever You Like."
Interestingly, the music video for "Honey" caused some controversy when it debuted in 1997. The video, which features Carey in a revealing swimsuit and dancing seductively, was criticized for being too sexually suggestive. Some even compared it to a softcore porn video.
Overall, "Honey" is a classic '90s R&B and hip-hop track that showcases Mariah Carey's vocal prowess and JD's production skill. The song's catchy chorus and addictive beat make it a timeless tune that continues to be played and enjoyed today.
Chords (if known):
Verse: Bm, G, A, F#m
Chorus: Bm, A, G, A
Line by Line Meaning
If Jermaine likes it
Jermaine Dupri has approval over the song
He do
He does
Yo, uh, uh
An introduction to the song
You know what? Y'all ain't ready for this
The listeners are not prepared for the song
Still scrambling from the damage of the last remix
The previous remix has caused issues that are still being dealt with
Most of your stories bore me, I love to lie
Mariah Carey enjoys telling fictional stories
To my royalties be the glory
Mariah Carey is celebrating her financial success
Mariah, my honey, be fly
Mariah Carey is great at everything she does
Ah, me and B-R-B-R
Referring to a man named B-R-B-R they know
Usually seen in hot spots jumpin' outta two seaters
They are often seen in fancy cars at popular places
We got money to make
They have goals to earn more money
And many records to break
They want their songs to become popular hits
We not (sometimes) to any so make no mistake
They are not afraid of anything, don't make a mistake about it
Oh, honey (So So Def)
Referring to someone they care for
You can have me, when you want me
They are available whenever needed
You simply ask me to be there
All that is required is to ask for help
And you're the only one, who makes me come running
They only respond to the person they care for the most
Cause what you got, is far beyond compare, ooh
This person has something special and unique
And it's just (just)
Referring to the intense feeling of love
Like (like)
Similar to
Honey (honey)
A term of endearment
When your love (uh huh) comes over me
Talking about the feeling of being in love
Oh baby I've got a dependency, always strung out
They are addicted to this person
For another taste of your honey (yeah, yeah)
They crave this person's affection
It's like when it rushes over me
Describing the feeling of their love
You know sugar never ever was so sweet
This person is unlike anyone else
And I'm dying for you, crying for you
They can't live without this person
I adore you, one hit your love addicted me
They feel overwhelmingly in love
And I'm strung out on you, darling don't you see
They are in love and need this person
Every night and day, I can hardly wait
They are excited to see this person
For another taste of honey
They are longing for love
Honey I can't describe, how good it feels inside
Impossible to put their love into words
MC c'mon
Referring to Mariah Carey
Yeah, ooh
Expressing emotions about their love
Oh, I can't be elusive with you honey
Referring to being upfront and honest with someone they care about
Cause it's blatant that I'm feeling you (say what)
It's obvious they love this person
And it's too hard for me to leave abruptly
They can't just walk away
'Cuss you're the only thing I wanna do
They only have eyes for this person
Y'all be saying this and that
Referring to rumors or gossip from others
But y'all don't wanna see this new phenomenon
Nobody wants to see their successful relationship
This Don Chi Chi
Referring to themselves as a nickname
It's somethin' nasty
They have overcome obstacles to be together
Word to B.I.G.
Respect for the late rapper Notorious B.I.G.
I'm in it for life
They are committed to their love
Dead president for life
Referring to American money, proclaiming that they will always have money
And by the minute I get more nice
They are continually improving themselves
I'm the J-E-R
Referring to a person
The M-A-I
Referring to Mariah Carey
N don't forget the E
Reminding others to include their initial in their name
And she go by the unforgettable name
Further discussing Mariah Carey's name
Of the B
Referring to Da Brat's first initial
To the R
Referring to Da Brat's last initial
To the A
Referring to Da Brat's last initial again
To the T
Referring to Da Brat's last initial once again
I like colloso size pieces of rocks
They enjoy expensive jewelry
And getting pushed in the Bentley drop top
They like driving in expensive cars
Undefeated indefinitely
They have not been beaten and will continue succeeding
And don't stop
They are not slowing down
We rock in all kinds of spots
Their music is played in all kinds of venues
Calling all the shots
They are in charge of their own destiny
And y'all knows how we get down
People are familiar with how they act and behave
My beliefs is being dolla bill seeker
They are determined to make a lot of money
And a Benjamin keeper
They want to keep $100 bills, known as Benjamins, in their possession
Don't mind popping if y'all
They enjoy drinking alcohol
Or slow wind with some clown with
They enjoy dancing with someone they think is silly or foolish
Seven digit accounts
Referring to having millions of dollars in the bank
They say 'Hey, JD won't you play that song?
Referring to Jermaine Dupri as a DJ
Keep 'em dancing (dancing) all night long'
Asking Jermaine Dupri to play music all night so they can dance
Hey, JD won't you play that song?
Asking Jermaine Dupri once more to play music
Keep 'em dancing (dancing) all night long'
Requesting more music to dance to
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bobby Robinson, Kamaal Fareed, Larry Price, Mariah Carey, Mohandas Dewese, Ronald Larkins, Sean Combs, Stephen Hague, Steve Jordan, Malcolm McLaren
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chris John
Official Release
LP Version
Bad Boy Remix featuring Mase & The Lox / Bad Boy Remix
Classic Mix
So So Def Mix featuring Da Brat & JD
Classic Instrumental
Morales Club Dub
Mo' Honey Dub
Smooth Version With Intro
Smooth Version No Intro
So So Def Radio Mix featuring Da Brat & JD
Promo
Def Rascal Anthem
Rascal Dub
Unofficial Release
Honey (2008 Summer Mix)
redman02
why am i just now discovering this remix?!!!? Mariah hands down has the best remixes. resung vocals... and not just regular vocals... this woman is a vocal Phenom in the booth. those 4:08 and on belts are ridiculous
Jamie Rayborn
This is my favorite remix of Honey, from Mariah's vocals, to the sample, to Da Brat's unforgettable verse!
Edwin Adrianta
Words.... Love this version too.
Black Beauty
NEW VOCALS. only Mariah do it like this. she's so dedicated towards her crafts. RESPECT
Edwin Adrianta
When I first heard this on "The Remixes" album, I was blown away by her take on the remixed version of Honey.
Barbara
How do you know this track has "new vocals"? Sounds just as I remember the original being.
Edwin Adrianta
@Barbara I believe they meant that the so so Def remix has different/new vocals compared to the original/bad boy version
Barbara
Ah, I totally understand now. Thanks for weighing in, @Edwin Adrianta. That was a huge part of Mariah's success with remixes - she often added a completely new, unique set of vocals as if remaking a new song.
Barbara
And to clarify, I thought the original poster was pointing out the vocals as if to say MC added "new vocals" to the originally remixed track. If only somebody had weekly MC fan meet-ups on Zoom! Let's party together! ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฟ
Rodrigo Triana
I used to love this remix, unfortunately I lost this album and now it's here on YouTube, can't stop listening to this track