All I Need Is You
Method Man/Mary J Blige Lyrics


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Like sweet morning dew
I took one look at you
And it was plain to see
You were my destiny

You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (to get by)
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (yeah, ay)
Check it out

Shorty I'm there for you anytime you need me
For real girl, it's me in your world, believe me
Nothin' make a man feel better than a woman
Queen with a crown that be down for whatever
There are few things that's forever, my lady
We can make war or make babies
Back when I was nothin'
You made a brother feel like he was somethin'
That's why I'm with you to this day boo, no frontin'
Even when the skies were gray
You would rub me on my back and say, "Baby it'll be okay"
Now that's real to a brother like me, baby
Never ever give my- away and keep it tight, a'ight
And I'ma walk these dogs so we can live
In a phat crib with thousands of kids
Word life you don't need a ring to be my wife
Just be there for me and I'ma make sure we
Be livin' in the lap of luxury
I'm realizing that you didn't have to wit' me
But you did, now I'm going all out kid
And I got mad love to give, you my nigga

You're all (you're all)
I need
To get by (you're all, all I need)
You're all (you're all)
I need
To get by (all I need, all I need)

I got a love jones for your body and your skin tone
Five minutes alone I'm already on the bone
Plus I love the fact you got a mind of your own
No need to shop around you got the good- at home
Even if I'm locked up North you in the world
Rockin' three-fourths of cloth
Never showin' your stuff off, boo
It be true me for you that's how it is
I can be your Noah, you can be my Wiz
Then I can be your sun, you can be my earth
Resurrect the God through birth
Best believe

You're all that I need, I'll be there for you
If you keep it real with me, I'll keep it real wit'chu (you're all)
Loving your whole steeze, it be in there boo (I need)
On top of that you got the good power-U (to get by)

You're all that I need, I'll be there for you
If you keep it real with me, I'll keep it real wit'chu (you're all)
Loving your whole steeze, it be in there boo (I need)
On top of that you got the good power-U (to get by)

You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (yeah, yeah)
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (to get by)

You're all (you're all)
I need ((all I need)
To get by (oh, you're all)
You're all (you're all)
I need
To get by (all I need, all I need)

You're all
I need
To get by
You're all (you're all)




I need (all I need)
To get by

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "You're All I Need" by Method Man featuring Mary J Blige describe the deep love and commitment between two people who are devoted to each other. Method Man recounts how his lady has always been there for him, through thick and thin, always making him feel like he's somebody. He emphasizes that he doesn't need a ring to make her his wife, as long as she's there for him, they can live together in luxury. Mary J Blige chimes in with her soulful voice, expressing how she's found her destiny and will dedicate her life to her man.


The lyrics portray a passionate and committed love, where the two partners are devoted and supportive of each other. Method Man's verse highlights the importance of a woman in a man's life, how she makes him feel better and encourages him to be his best self. The chorus repeats the phrase "you're all I need" to emphasize how important this love is to both of them.


The overall message of the song is one of loyalty and devotion, exemplifying the true meaning of love. It's a powerful song that resonates with anyone who has experienced a deep love.


Line by Line Meaning

Rugged style, it's enough to make a hard rock smile
The rough and tough delivery of these lyrics, in contrast to the typical smooth R&B sound, is enough to make even those who typically enjoy harder rock music smile in appreciation.


Cheeba cheeba y'all
Repeating this phrase is just for emphasis and fun.


Cootie in the chair
An obscure reference to a childhood game of tag where one person is 'it,' and to avoid being tagged, others would sit in a chair or certain spot to be 'safe.'


You're all, I need
The artist declares that this person is everything they need in their life.


(Lie together, cry together, I swear to God I hope we fuckin' die together)
The bond between these two people runs so deep that they would rather die together than live without each other.


To get by, ah
The singer needs this person to live and thrive in life.


Shorty I'm there for you anytime you need me
The singer is always available to be there for this person whenever they need support.


For real girl, it's me in your world, believe me
The artist is real and invested in this person's life.


Nothin' make a man feel better than a woman
Having a supportive and loving woman in his life can make a man feel complete and fulfilled.


Queen with a crown that be down for whatever
The artist admires this person for being strong, confident, and willing to go through anything with them.


Back when I was nothin'
The singer wasn't successful or famous, but this person stuck by them through everything.


You made a brother feel like he was somethin'
This person helped the artist feel significant and valuable, even when they were struggling.


That's why I'm with you to this day boo no frontin'
The singer is still with this person because they have been loyal and supportive from the beginning.


Even when the skies were gray You would rub me on my back and say "Baby it'll be okay"
This person has been a source of comfort and reassurance for the singer during hard times.


Never ever give my cootie away and keep it tight aight
This person has kept their love and affection exclusive to the singer and made sure to always be loyal and true to them.


And I'm a walk these dogs so we can live In a fat ass crib with thousands of kids
The artist is willing to work hard to provide for them both and a large family in a big, beautiful home.


Word life you don't need a ring to be my wife
The artist believes that marriage is about love and commitment, not just a piece of jewelry or a ceremony.


Just be there for me and I'm a make sure we Be livin' in the effin' lap of luxury
As long as this person is by the singer's side, they will do everything in their power to give them a luxurious and comfortable life.


I got a love Jones for your body and your skin tone
The singer has an intense and passionate desire for this person's physical appearance.


Five minutes alone I'm already on the bone
The artist gets turned on just by being alone with this person for a few minutes.


Plus I love the fact you got a mind of your own
The artist admires this person for having their own thoughts, opinions, and personality.


No need to shop around you got the good stuff at home
The artist doesn't need to look for anyone else because this person has everything they want and need.


Even if I'm locked up North you in the world Wrapped in three-fourths of cloth never showin' your stuff off, boo
Even if the singer is in prison, this person will remain loyal and modest in their dress and behavior.


It be true me for you that's how it is I be your Noah, you be my Wiz I'm your Mister, you my Mrs. with hugs and kisses
The artist sees himself and this person as a team, supported and loving each other unconditionally like they are family.


Valentine cards and birthday wishes? Please Be on another level of planning, of understanding The bond between man and woman, and child
The singer wants their relationship to be built on more than just the typical romantic gestures. They want to be on a deeper, spiritual level, understanding the true meaning of love, family, and commitment.


The highest elevation, cause we above All that romance crap, just show your love
The singer believes their bond is above the shallow stereotypes of romance and wants their love to be shown through actions, not just words or materialistic gifts.


I'm sick of police Ha ha ha, cheeba cheeba y'all
The singer is frustrated with police and the justice system and using humor to cope.


Mary J. raw
The song ends with a shout out to Mary J. Blige, who was featured on the track and has a strong, raw singing style.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Robert F. Diggs, Clifford Smith, Nickolas Ashford, Valerie Simpson

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@DreThomasMusic

Mary and Meth sitting on the roof nodding their heads is ICONIC!

@eddiesaninocencio6635

I'd be on the roof smoking a joint in the Bronx.

@insanenative445

1984 baby yo

@stellabellafontay9366

Yesss

@catherinelittle3095

DreThomasMusic this is rapping old but always the best

@alyciajaade4290

Yep...they were bobbin their heads to the beat yall. I👏Still👏Love👏 It. #GrammyWinner1995🏆 #LongLiveTheWu 💖

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@TapiwaMunyanyi

Whose bumping to this in 2024 ?

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Me ✋

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Me🎉🎉🎉

@thewrightmissy8700

In 2024 and every year to come!!
This shyt timeless

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