It's Your Thing
Milli Vanilli Lyrics


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Do what you want to do.
Tell ya, Who to sock it to.
I know it's your thing.
You can do what you like,
But if you want some good loving don't take all night.
I knew it from the start you had a real big heart.
Tried to hide what you feel when you shouldn't just chill.
You like bein' served with a silver spoon.
Well, you met the right guy, never serve too soon.
Oh, I like the way you talk when you look in my eye.
I can read between the lines, let's go for a ride.
If you want me to love you, maybe I will.
Believe me woman, it ain't no big deal.
Hon' you need love now, just as bad as I do.
Makes me no difference, now, who you give your thing to.
Ow, it's your thing.
Do what you want to do.
Oh, baby I can't tell you,
Who to sock it to.
It's your thing,
Do what you want to do.
Now, girl I can't tell you, who to sock it to, hey!
It's your thing.
Ah, do what you want to do, do.
Baby I can't tell you who to sock it to.
It's your thing.
Do what you want to do, do.
Now, girl I can't tell you
Who to sock it to.
Have no time to run your life.
I know you want to, do, do what's right.
Oh, give your love girl to 'ever you choose.
How can you lose, uh, with the stuff you use.
Oh, it's your thing.
Do what you want to do, do.
Girl I can't tell you, who to sock it to.
It's your thing, yeah,
Do what you want to do.
Oh, baby I can't tell you




Who to sock it to.
It's your, who.

Overall Meaning

Milli Vanilli's song "It's Your Thing" is a catchy and upbeat invitation to freedom of choice and self-expression. The lyrics convey a message of letting go of any constraints or fears, and embracing one's own individuality and desires. The phrase "it's your thing" is repeated several times throughout the song, emphasizing its importance and the need to exercise autonomy.


The singer acknowledges that everyone has their own preferences and that there is no right or wrong way to live one's life. He encourages the woman he is addressing to do what she wants to do, to be true to herself, and to follow her heart. At the same time, he assures her that he is willing to offer his love and support, without any judgments or expectations.


The song also touches upon the theme of vulnerability and the fear of rejection. The singer reassures the woman that he sees the real her, and that she does not need to hide her emotions or suppress her feelings. He invites her to open up and to take a chance on love, without any pretenses or reservations.


Overall, "It's Your Thing" is a fun and empowering song that celebrates individuality and self-expression, and encourages listeners to embrace their own desires and follow their hearts.


Line by Line Meaning

Do what you want to do.
Encouragement for the listener to be themselves and pursue their desires.


Tell ya, Who to sock it to.
A disclaimer that the singer does not have the authority to dictate who the listener should love or be intimate with.


I know it's your thing.
Acknowledgement that the listener has their own preferences and desires that they are entitled to pursue.


You can do what you like, But if you want some good loving don't take all night.
The artist is fine with the listener pursuing whatever they please, but they suggest not to take too long to make a decision if they want to receive 'some good loving.'


I knew it from the start you had a real big heart.
The artist recognizes that the listener is a caring person with a big heart, even if they may sometimes attempt to hide their emotions.


Tried to hide what you feel when you shouldn't just chill.
The singer advises the listener to not hide their emotions and instead be more relaxed and open about their feelings.


You like bein' served with a silver spoon.
The singer perceives that the listener enjoys being pampered and having luxurious treatment.


Well, you met the right guy, never serve too soon.
The artist suggests that they are the right person to provide the listener with pampering, but advises the listener to not be too quick to give themselves away.


Oh, I like the way you talk when you look in my eye.
The artist confesses that they enjoy the listener's way of speaking and eye contact.


I can read between the lines, let's go for a ride.
The artist is able to pick up on the listener's subtle cues and suggests they go on an adventure together.


If you want me to love you, maybe I will.
The singer is open to the possibility of loving the listener, but it depends on the listener's feelings and actions.


Believe me woman, it ain't no big deal.
The artist reassures the listener that their potential romantic relationship is no big deal or burden.


Hon' you need love now, just as bad as I do.
The singer believes that the listener is just as deserving and hungry for love as they are.


Makes me no difference, now, who you give your thing to.
The singer claims that it does not matter to them who the listener chooses to love or be intimate with.


Ow, it's your thing.
Reiteration that the listener has the right to pursue their own desires and passions.


Now, girl I can't tell you, who to sock it to, hey!
A reminder that the artist has no say or control over the listener's love life, even if they call them 'girl.'


Have no time to run your life.
The artist asserts that they have no interest or intention to control or micromanage the listener's life or decisions.


I know you want to, do, do what's right.
The singer believes that the listener has a strong sense of ethics and morals and wants to make the right decisions in life.


Oh, give your love girl to 'ever you choose.
The singer affirms that the listener can give their love to whomever they please, regardless of the singer's opinions or preferences.


How can you lose, uh, with the stuff you use.
The artist believes that the listener has great qualities and attributes that make them desirable and successful in love and life.


It's your thing, yeah, Do what you want to do.
Reiteration of the theme that the listener is in control of their own life and can pursue their interests as they see fit.


Oh, baby I can't tell you Who to sock it to.
A reminder that the artist does not have the authority or desire to dictate the listener's romantic decisions, even if they use the term 'baby.'


It's your, who.
The repeated phrase 'It's your thing,' followed by this phrase, emphasizes the theme of self-determination and empowerment.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: O'Kelly Isley, Ronald Isley, Rudolph Isley

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Андрей Ильин

Пожалуй,это самая лучшая их композиция.

Myles A. Williams

Nice remake and a funky groove

Nettie Rowan

Rob got a beautiful voice it just amazing it your thing do wanna do i cant tell ya who sock it to🎧🎼

Daryl Tracy

@chilla-z The singer was Brad Howell. John Davis rapped here. Charles was already fired here.

chilla-z

Singing here are singer John Davis, rapper Charles Shaw and Brad Howell..

Milli Vanilli was a 'visual performance band'

Man In Magenta Wig

Uh.... Rob never sang, did you miss the scandal...? :)

MR. ATOMIC2000

This is not The Isley Brothers version from 1976, but it's good stuff. The singers vocal style was solid.

Shani Trahan

Rob has a amazing voice in him

Mario M

Well it's really Brad Howell, it's not him.

Spec0pleader

This some funky shit

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