R&B music is getting a facelift and singer-songwriter/musician… Read Full Bio ↴Mateo
R&B music is getting a facelift and singer-songwriter/musician, Mateo is the surgeon. Like his name states, “a gift from the Heavens”, Mateo is lending his gift to alter the sound, image and passion behind the genre. The Ohio native, who is an alum of the prestigious Morehouse College, is leading a new era of artists with his distinct voice. Already sharing the stage with artists such as J. Holiday, Day26, Mario, and Erykah Badu and releasing the acclaimed Underneath The Sky Mixtape series, Mateo has proven he has the “it” factor. With Grammy Award winning producer Kerry “Krucial” Brothers at the helm of Mateo’s major debut, it is only a matter of time before the world sings his praises.
Carry On
Mateo Lyrics
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Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
B-b-baby won't you think about it?
I know that this wasn't part of the plan
I know the left turned to figure
Lucky for me that I've already had
Just listen, and get with me baby
Cause if you want me baby
Like I want you baby, yeah
You got me baby
And got you so leave him in the past
And we could just carry on
Baby, just, just carry on
Uh, uh, uh
Let's carry on
If you don't care, tell me now
Just promise me baby
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
B-b-baby won't you think about it?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it?
I know that pain's been your friend through the years
Let me erase him along with your tears for ever
You know you smile so much more when I'm near
So stop waiting
Cause you are already loved
Cause if you want me baby
Like I want you baby, yeah
You got me baby
And got you so leave him in the past
And we could just carry on
Baby, just, just carry on
Uh, uh, uh
Let's carry on
If you don't care, tell me now
Just promise me baby
We could just, just, just carry on
We could just, just, just carry on
We could just carry on
Baby, just, just carry on
Uh, uh, uh
Let's carry on
If you don't care, tell me now
Just Wromise me baby
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
B-b-baby won't you think about it?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
B-b-baby won't you think about it?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
B-b-baby won't you think about it?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
Won't you think about it baby?
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In Mateo's song "Carry On," the artist croons a plea for his love interest to leave the past behind and commit to their relationship. The repetition of "Won't you think about it baby," serves as a call to action for his partner to consider the future and overcome any fears or doubts they may have. Mateo acknowledges that their relationship may not have been part of the original plan and may be challenging given the pain his lover has experienced in the past. Despite this, he encourages her to leave the pain behind and embrace a new, loving beginning.
Mateo also assures his partner that he is fully committed to their relationship, pleading with her to "leave him in the past." He recognizes the positive change he has brought to her life and urges her to focus on that, describing her smile as being so much brighter when he's around. The chorus repeats the phrase "We could just carry on," emphasizing the simplicity of their relationship if they both commit to it fully. The song ends with Mateo pleading once more for his lover to think about their future and commit to a long-lasting love.
Overall, "Carry On" is a heartfelt plea for commitment and love, acknowledging the challenges that come with a new relationship while urging his partner to embrace the positive changes he is bringing to her life.
Line by Line Meaning
Won't you think about it baby?
Asking the other person to consider the idea of leaving their current partner for a better relationship
B-b-baby won't you think about it?
Repeating the request to emphasize its importance
I know that this wasn't part of the plan
Acknowledging that the current situation was unexpected
I know the left turned to figure
Referring to the saying 'a left turn instead of a right turn could change your whole life'
Too bad on your side
Expressing sympathy for the other person's situation
Lucky for me that I've already had
Feeling fortunate to have already found love
Just listen, and get with me baby
Encouraging the other person to listen to their heart and choose them
Cause if you want me baby
Highlighting that the other person can have the love they desire
Like I want you baby, yeah
Expressing the strong desire for the other person
You got me baby
Confirming that they are willing to commit to the relationship
And got you so leave him in the past
Encouraging the other person to let go of their past and focus on the present relationship
And we could just carry on
Suggesting that they can move forward together
Let's carry on
Reinforcing the idea that they should continue the relationship
If you don't care, tell me now
Asking the other person to be honest about their feelings
Just promise me baby
Asking for reassurance that the other person is committed
I know that pain's been your friend through the years
Recognizing that the other person has been hurt in the past
Let me erase him along with your tears for ever
Promising to help the other person move on and leave their past behind
You know you smile so much more when I'm near
Pointing out the positive effects of their relationship
So stop waiting
Encouraging the other person to take action and pursue the relationship
Cause you are already loved
Reassuring the other person that they are loved and cared for
We could just, just, just carry on
Repeating the idea that they should continue their relationship
Na na na na na na
Vocalizing the melody without conveying additional meaning
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: IMAN JORDAN, JARED COTTER, KERRY BROTHERS JR., MATTHEW MACUMBER
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