Elliott is one of the first female hip hop superstars, known for a long series of hits including "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)", "Hit 'Em Wit Da Hee", "Get Ur Freak On", "One Minute Man", "Work It", and "Lose Control". In addition she has received recognition as one of the most successful songwriters of the modern music era, having crafted a number of hit records for artists such as Aaliyah, 702, Total, Ciara, Nicole Wray and Tweet, often with production-partner and childhood friend Timbaland. She was the third female rapper to ever go Platinum, behind Lil' Kim and Da Brat.
Born in Portsmouth, Virginia, she began her career in the all-girl R&B group, Sista in 1993. Eventually, the band folded and Elliott began her career as a solo rapper. Since the early 1990's, Elliott has won six Grammys, recently scoring one for her video of "Lose Control."
Other releases are 'Teary Eyed' and 'We Run This', and the last of these two songs will be the main single of the new greatest hits album titled 'Respect M.E.: Best Of' featuring 17 tracks from her six albums.
Quick Rush
Missy Elliott Lyrics
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Uh, you see you need me in places where no one has ever been
Uh, and no one will ever go
But you, oh, ooh, oh
Uh, one, uh, uh, two, uh, uh, three, uh, uh
Boy, oh boy, when are you coming home to me
(When are you coming home to me baby, uh)
With my pretty drawers on, thinking how we used to be
Do you remember how it used to be
I said boy, oh boy, when are you getting out of jail
(Jail, when you gettin out of jail baby)
With no bail, uh
'Cause I been backed up, really backed up
And I'm ready like want to do your body good like milk
(I could do your body good like milk)
Baby, baby when you touch me, you give me a quick rush
And I really want to meet you, I cry cause I miss you much (oh, oh)
Every minute that you're far away from me, so much pain
When I reminisce about us makin' love it makes me scream (ow)
Boy, oh boy, uh, I can't wait to see your face, uh
I can't wait to see you baby, uh
There's no other that can do it better than I do it
'Cause baby I'm the bait, baby, I'm the bait
I say, uh, boy, boy, boy, boy, boy
You got me sho nuff losin' my mind
(I'm going crazy, I don't know why baby, uh)
And I been waitin', anticipatin'
While you regulatin', don't make me wait long time
Oh yeah baby, don't make me wait
Baby when
Baby when you touch me, you give me a quick rush, yeah
And I really want to meet you, I cry cause I miss you much (oh, yeah)
Every minute that you're far away from me, so much pain (mmhm)
When I reminisce about us makin' love it makes me scream (ow)
Baby, baby, baby, I need you in my life
I need you in my life, babe
When you're gone, when you're gone
It be blowin' my high, it be blowin' my high, baby
Honey when you're coming home, when you're coming home, oh yeah
'Cause darling, I'm sick of being alone, uh
Baby when you touch me you give me a quick rush
And I really really want you, I cry cause I miss you much
Every minute that you're far away from me so much pain
When I reminisce us makin' love it makes me scream, ow, ow
"Quick Rush" is a Missy Elliott song that features her unique, sultry voice over a slow, seductive beat. The lyrics are about a woman who is deeply in love with a man who is currently away from her. She expresses how much she misses him and craves his touch, as it gives her a "quick rush." The song goes on to describe how she can't wait for his return and how much pain she feels when he's not with her. The lyrics also reference the past, when they used to make love and how it makes her scream when she reminisces about it.
The song's slow and sensual beat is accompanied by Missy Elliott's distinctive voice, as she delivers the lyrics in a soft and sultry way. The chorus has a catchy tune that sticks in the listener's head long after the song is over. The overall tone of the song is one of longing and desire, and it's clear that Missy Elliott has poured her heart and soul into this track.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, boy, you just don't know what you do to me
I am deeply infatuated with you and the effect you have on me is beyond your understanding.
Uh, you see you need me in places where no one has ever been
You have a desire for me that goes beyond physical intimacy and would take you to new emotional heights.
Uh, and no one will ever go
No one but you has the potential to experience the deep connection that we share.
But you, oh, ooh, oh
Your presence has a profound impact on my inner self and I yearn to be in your company.
Boy, oh boy, when are you coming home to me
I am eagerly waiting for your return.
(When are you coming home to me baby, uh)
I can't wait to have you back in my arms again.
'Cause I've been lying here with my thongs on
I have been wearing sexy underwear, lying in wait for you.
With my pretty drawers on, thinking how we used to be
I am reminiscing about the passionate moments we shared in the past.
Do you remember how it used to be
I hope you recall the amazing chemistry we had before.
I said boy, oh boy, when are you getting out of jail
I am anxious to be reunited with you as soon as possible.
(Jail, when you gettin out of jail baby)
I am troubled by your absence and want you to come back to me.
With no bail, uh
I hope that you will be released soon without having to pay any penalty.
'Cause I been backed up, really backed up
I have been sexually frustrated since you've been away.
And I'm ready like want to do your body good like milk
I am fully prepared to satisfy your physical needs and give you immense pleasure.
Baby, baby when you touch me, you give me a quick rush
Your touch electrifies me and gives me an instant adrenaline rush.
And I really want to meet you, I cry cause I miss you much (oh, oh)
I am desperate for your presence and I am emotionally overwhelmed with how much I miss you.
Every minute that you're far away from me, so much pain
The distance between us is causing me immense emotional pain.
When I reminisce about us makin' love it makes me scream (ow)
When I think about the intense, passionate moments we shared together, it excites me to the point where I want to scream.
Boy, oh boy, uh, I can't wait to see your face, uh
I am eagerly anticipating the moment when I get to see you again.
I can't wait to see you baby, uh
My longing to see you again is so strong I cannot contain it.
There's no other that can do it better than I do it
I am confident and assured that I am the one who can please you best.
'Cause baby I'm the bait, baby, I'm the bait
I am the one who lured you in and I'm the only one who can keep you satisfied.
I say, uh, boy, boy, boy, boy, boy
My affection for you is limitless and I can't stop thinking about you.
You got me sho nuff losin' my mind
Your absence is causing me to lose my sense of self and making me go crazy.
(I'm going crazy, I don't know why baby, uh)
I can't explain my feelings, but I know that I am going crazy without you.
And I been waitin', anticipatin'
I have been waiting and eagerly anticipating your return.
While you regulatin', don't make me wait long time
Don't keep me waiting too long while you sort out your affairs.
Oh yeah baby, don't make me wait
I cannot bear the thought of waiting any longer for you.
Baby when you touch me you give me a quick rush, yeah
Your touch has an intoxicating effect on me that is truly remarkable.
And I really want to meet you, I cry cause I miss you much
My desire to see you is very strong and I miss you terribly.
Every minute that you're far away from me so much pain
The separation between us is causing me immense emotional pain.
When I reminisce us makin' love it makes me scream, ow, ow
When I remember how passionately we made love, it excites me so much that I want to scream.
Baby, baby, baby, I need you in my life
I cannot imagine my life without you and I need you to be a part of it.
I need you in my life, babe
My life is incomplete without you, and I need you by my side.
When you're gone, when you're gone
When you're not around, I feel incomplete.
It be blowin' my high, it be blowin' my high, baby
The distance between us is affecting my emotional well-being and causing me to feel low.
Honey when you're coming home, when you're coming home, oh yeah
I need to know when you are coming back so I can prepare myself emotionally.
'Cause darling, I'm sick of being alone, uh
Being away from you is making me feel lonely and lost.
Baby when you touch me you give me a quick rush
Your touch creates an exhilarating sensation within me that is truly special.
And I really really want you, I cry cause I miss you much
My yearning for you is so strong that I am emotionally overwhelmed.
Every minute that you're far away from me so much pain (mmhm)
The distance between us is causing me a great deal of pain.
When I reminisce us makin' love it makes me scream, ow
The thought of our passionate love-making excites me beyond belief.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MELISSA A. ELLIOTT, ROOSEVELT HARRELL
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