One Minute Man
Missy Misdemeanor Elliott Lyrics


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Ooh, I don't want I don't need I can't stand no minute man
I don't want no minute man
Ooh, here's your chance be a man take my hand understand
I don't want no minute man

Boy I'ma make you love me, make you want me
And I'ma give you some attention, tonight
Now follow my intuitions, what you're wishin'
See I'ma keep you up all night, for a long time
So start countin' away

Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no one minute man
Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no one minute man
Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no one minute man
Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no

Tonight I'mma give it to you, throw it to you
I want you to come prepared, ohh yeah (Oh yes)
Boy it's been a long time, a crazy long time
And I don't want no minute man, and that's real
Give it to me some more

Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no one minute man
Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no one minute man
Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no one minute man
Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no

It's time to set your clock back bout as long as you can
I stop daylight, it's Ludacris the maintenance man
Get your oil changed, I check fluids and transmission
You one minute fools, you wonder why y'all missin
On the back of milk cartons and there's no reward
No regards, close but it's no cigar
A hard head make a soft ass, but a hard dick make the sex last
I jump in pools and make a big splash
Water overflowin, so get your head right
It's all in your mind punk so keep your head tight
Enough with tips and advice and thangs
I'm big dog, havin women seein stripes and thangs
They go to sleep, start snorin, countin sheep and shit
They so wet, that they body start to leak and shit
Just cause I'm an all-nighter, shoot all fire
Ludacris, balance and rotate all tires

Ooh, I don't want I don't need I can't stand no minute man
I don't want no minute man
Ooh, here's your chance be a man take my hand understand
I don't want no minute man

Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no one minute man
Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no one minute man
Break me off, show me what you got
Cause I don't want, no one minute man
Break me off, show me what you got
Break me off, show me what you got
Break me off, show me what you got




Break me off, show me what you got
Break me off

Overall Meaning

The song "One Minute Man" by Missy Elliott is an anthem for women who are not satisfied with a man who cannot last long in bed. The lyrics stress the fact that the singer doesn't want a "minute man" and that she wants someone who can give her pleasure all night long. The song's opening lines set the tone for the rest of the lyrics where the singer repeats that she cannot stand a man who only lasts for a minute. She wants someone who can take her hand and be a real man, one who can fulfill her desires.


The second half of the song features the rapper Ludacris who gives his own opinion on the subject matter. Ludacris is essentially saying that he is the kind of man who can give a woman what she wants and that he isn't going to settle for anything less. Essentially, Ludacris is saying that he is the antithesis of a "minute man" and is capable of going all night long. The repetitive phrase "Break me off, show me what you got," is a statement of empowerment, where the woman is taking control of the situation and demanding that her partner meets her needs.


Overall, the song is an upbeat and empowering tune that encourages women to demand more from their partners. It's a celebration of sexuality and pleasure, and it sends a message that women have the right to enjoy and explore their sexuality just like men do.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooh, I don't want I don't need I can't stand no minute man
I am not interested in a man who finishes quickly and cannot last long in bed.


I don't want no minute man
I am emphasizing that I do not want to have sex with a man who finishes too quickly.


Ooh, here's your chance be a man take my hand understand
I am giving the man an opportunity to prove himself and show that he can satisfy me in bed.


Boy I'ma make you love me, make you want me And I'ma give you some attention, tonight
I am confident that I can make the man fall in love with me and get his full attention tonight.


Now follow my intuitions, what you're wishin' See I'ma keep you up all night, for a long time So start countin' away
I am urging the man to listen to me and follow my lead as I plan to keep him up all night and give him the best sexual experience of his life.


Break me off, show me what you got Cause I don't want, no one minute man
I am challenging the man to prove himself and show me what he's got in bed, because I refuse to be with a man who cannot last long enough to satisfy me.


Tonight I'mma give it to you, throw it to you I want you to come prepared, ohh yeah (Oh yes)
I am promising to give the man a wild and intense sexual experience, but I also want him to be ready for it and come prepared.


It's time to set your clock back bout as long as you can I stop daylight, it's Ludacris the maintenance man Get your oil changed, I check fluids and transmission
Ludacris is boasting about his sexual prowess and comparing himself to a mechanic who can tune up a car. He is suggesting that men need to prepare themselves for sex like they prepare their cars for a tune-up.


You one minute fools, you wonder why y'all missin On the back of milk cartons and there's no reward No regards, close but it's no cigar A hard head make a soft ass, but a hard dick make the sex last
Ludacris is insulting men who finish too quickly and telling them that they will end up alone if they do not improve their sexual stamina. He is also suggesting that a firm and long-lasting erection is what keeps sex enjoyable for both partners.


I jump in pools and make a big splash Water overflowin, so get your head right It's all in your mind punk so keep your head tight Enough with tips and advice and thangs I'm big dog, havin women seein stripes and thangs
Ludacris is boasting about his sexual abilities and suggesting that he has the power to make women orgasm multiple times. He is also implying that mental toughness and confidence are key to satisfying a partner in bed.


Just cause I'm an all-nighter, shoot all fire Ludacris, balance and rotate all tires
Ludacris is contending that he can go all night in bed and keep the passion and intensity going. He is comparing himself to a car mechanic who can balance and rotate tires, implying that he can keep everything running smoothly and efficiently in bed.


Break me off, show me what you got Break me off, show me what you got Break me off, show me what you got Break me off
I am repeatedly challenging the man to prove himself and show me what he's got in bed, because I expect him to give me the best sexual experience of my life.




Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID POMERANZ, MELISSA A. ELLIOTT, MISSY ELLIOTT, SHAWN CARTER, TIMOTHY MOSLEY, TIMOTHY Z. MOSLEY

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Comments from YouTube:

@MakingChoices_healthy

Who’s here listening to Missy in March 2024? 😊β™₯️

@kentuckygirl2984

Me πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ

@jay_catlover

Me cuz the music these days is crapπŸ˜‚

@GDev-og4fv

Just got reminded to this 😊

@sessantasessanta

i'm already in april lol

@marystellachikezie8008

Am listening in april lol

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@martinarakar7830

"It's $10/min, but you look like a $5 brother" -"thank you. I'll be right back" xD xD

@craigpatterson1547

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Made us brothers look " REAL ! BAD ! " πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚
Why you had to remember that part ?!!

@cocoafemme47

My add-on to that was...."more like a $2.50 OR.....$1.25, even!!

@EmranKhan-bp3vr

Aight

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