Potential
Mark and the Gist Lyrics

What's up?
Casual greeting to start the conversation

Name, Mark Edmond, what's yours?
Introducing himself and asking for the other person's name

Told me what her name was, but shall remain nameless
Referring to a woman he met, but keeping her identity secret

There was nobody around, it was just us
Implying that they were alone together

Next thing you know, we was talking for a bit
They started having a conversation that lasted for a while

I must admit, I was crazy about her scent
Being attracted to her fragrance

To me, a Goddess, clearly heaven sent
Seeing her as an angelic figure, sent by God

What I was thinking then and there, might as well have repent
Feeling guilty about his thoughts or feelings towards her

Caught her laughing, think I didn't notice?
Noticing her laughter and implying that he is attentive to her mannerisms

Playing hard to get, well I accept the challenge
Perceiving her reluctance as a challenge and embracing it

So, we proceed with the chit chatter
Continuing their conversation

All over the place, with the subject matter
The conversation was scattered and diverse

Talking about, her new endeavor
Discussing her new project or venture

Seem like she got a good head, on her shoulders
Implying that she is intelligent and level-headed

Asking me about my ruling passion
Inquiring about his main interest or passion

Nothing off limits, answered every question
Being open and honest, answering every question asked

Once my last relationship was over
Referring to his previous romantic relationship that ended

I remember thinking I was gonna be single forever
Reflecting on a time when he thought he would never find love again

Then, one thing led to another
Describing how their relationship progressed or developed

Everyday, us getting closer and closer
Their relationship was becoming more intimate over time

Hard to find, love is a risk every time
Love is difficult to find and can be risky to pursue

But, despite current circumstances
Despite any current issues or problems

Ended up taking my chances
Taking a risk and pursuing the relationship despite the risks involved

Your body got me high, I'm talking elevators
Being sexually aroused by her body and using a clever wordplay to describe it

What a clever way to introduce me to your neighbors
Implying that they had sex and introducing him indirectly to her neighbors

Laying up with you, baby, I could've been a Raptor
Spending time together intimately and using a basketball metaphor to describe it

Slam dunk in that pussy, thought I was Vince Carter
Using another basketball metaphor to describe his sexual experience with her

Been rocking for a while now
Their relationship has been going on for a significant period of time

Share the same sense of humor, make each other smile
Having a similar sense of humor and enjoying each other's company

Brought me the peace that I was looking for
Feeling content and satisfied in their relationship

I let time tell, at first I wasn't sure
Not being sure about the relationship in the beginning and letting time decide

Thoughts, I couldn't ignore
Not being able to ignore his thoughts or feelings towards her

Understood my reservations, due to past relations
The partner being understanding towards his hesitation due to past experiences

Letting my guard down, thank you for your patience
Feeling comfortable enough to let his guard down and expressing gratitude towards his partner's understanding

Big on loyalty
Emphasizing the importance of loyalty in their relationship

No matter what, never have the urge to cheat
Promising to remain faithful and never feeling the desire to cheat

Agree to disagree, respectfully
Being able to have differing opinions but still respecting each other

Never call you out your name
Never insulting or disrespecting each other

We all got a past, but I love who you became
Acknowledging that everyone has a past but loving who she has become despite it

Still, we push each other
Encouraging and motivating each other in their lives and relationship

To go even further
Pushing each other to achieve more or go beyond their limits

Can't wait either, to start planning our future
Excited about planning their future together

Mark Edmond, if you didn't know
Signing off with his name and implying that this is his personal story