Jordan attended Pepperdine University in California to pick up a bachelor's degree in communications, graduating summa cum laude and was a state finalist for the Rhodes Scholarship.
Jordan's first single was the 1995 #1 hit single "This Is How We Do It", and defined his hip hop soul musical style. "This Is How We Do It" and its follow-up, "Somethin' 4 Da Honeyz", show a strong hip hop influence, and Jordan's material fit alongside the rest of Def Jam's output. Future hits would include "Let's Ride" with Master P in 1998 and "Get It on Tonite" in late-1999.
Besides crafting his own material, Jordan has written and produced for a number of outside artists, including Christina Milian, 98 Degrees, Deborah Cox ("Nobody's Supposed to Be Here", 1998), and Sisqó (the number-one hit "Incomplete", 2000). The singer has had cameo roles in the films "The Fighting Temptations" and "The Nutty Professor."
Jordan left Def Soul in 2003 and released the album "Life After Def" on Koch Records.
Jordan released his 7th project - "Let It Rain" - on October 21, 2008.
In 2010, Jordan left the music business to become a minister. As he explained on his Twitter feed, the decision is "a calling that’s probably been with me all my life since I was a child. And I’ve known it. A lot of people in the business know it and have the same calling but that leap of faith is difficult."
Can I
Montell Jordan Lyrics
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So I'm
What about
Can I tuck you in?
Can I fluff your pillow?
Can I sing you a lullaby?
Come on baby
Can I, can I have breakfast in bed?
Can we share a sunrise together?
Where are you sleeping, baby
What are you doing, honey
When are you leaving, I gotta know?
Not talking dirty, baby
But it's 1 30 AM
And neither one of us needs to be alone
So can I?
Can I tuck you in?
Can I fluff your pillow?
Can I sing you a lullaby, can I?
Can I have breakfast in Bed?
Can I give you that feeling?
Can I show you the sunrise, can I?
This is the last dance, baby
Could be our last chance
And we may not see one another ever again
So I'll sing into your ear mama
While everyone does the cha-cha
Until we're lovers, can we pretend?
So can I?
Can I tuck you in?
Can I fluff your pillow?
Can I sing you a lullaby, can I?
Can I have breakfast in Bed?
Can I give you that feeling?
Can I show you the sunrise, can I?
Baby can I?
Can I, can I baby?
Oh baby, can I? (Oh)
Please baby can I?
(Need to know now)
Can I, can I baby?
Oh baby, can I? (oh yeah)
Please baby can I?
(Baby won't you tell me can I?)
Can I, can I baby?
Oh baby, can I? (Oh)
Please baby can I?
(Baby tell me can I?)
Can I, can I baby?
Oh, baby, can I?
It's on tonight, lady please can I?
Can I tuck you in?
Can I fluff your pillow?
Can I sing you a lullaby, can I?
Can I have breakfast in Bed?
Can I give you that feeling?
Can I show you the sunrise, can I?
Can I tuck you in?
Can I fluff your pillow?
Can I sing you a lullaby, can I?
Can I have breakfast in Bed?
Can I give you that feeling?
Can I show you the sunrise, can I?
Can I tuck you in?
Can I fluff your pillow?
Can I sing you a lullaby, can I?
Can I have breakfast in Bed?
Can I give you that feeling?
Can I show you the sunrise, can I?
Breakfast in bed
Can I give you that feeling?
Can I show you the sunrise?
Can I?
Can I show you the sunrise?
Can I?
The lyrics of Montell Jordan's song "Can I?" speak to the desire to be with someone intimately and to experience small, romantic gestures that make a big impact. The singer of the song asks their love interest if they can tuck them in, fluff their pillow, and sing them a lullaby before asking if they can have breakfast in bed and share a sunrise together. The singer explains that it's late at night, neither of them needs to be alone, and this could potentially be the last time they see each other. They want to pretend to be lovers until it becomes reality.
On the surface, the lyrics of the song portray a romantic and intimate moment between two individuals. However, the urgency and desperation in the singer's voice suggest that there is a deeper longing for intimacy and connection. This is further highlighted by the lyrics "Can I give you that feeling?" as if the singer wants to create a special moment that can be remembered for a lifetime. This song speaks to the core human need for intimacy and desire for someone to share life's beautiful moments with.
Line by Line Meaning
The night is almost over
So I'm
As the night is almost ending, I am curious about your whereabouts.
What about
I wonder if you would be interested in spending some time with me.
Can I tuck you in?
Would you like me to tuck you in?
Can I fluff your pillow?
Can I make your pillow more comfortable for you?
Can I sing you a lullaby?
Do you want me to sing a soothing song to you?
Come on baby
Please don't hesitate, my dear.
Can I, can I have breakfast in bed?
Is it possible for me to arrange breakfast for you in bed?
Can I give you that feeling?
Do you want me to give you that emotional experience?
Can we share a sunrise together?
Can we enjoy the beautiful view of sunrise together?
Where are you sleeping, baby
I want to know where you are sleeping, my love.
What are you doing, honey
May I know what you are doing, dear?
When are you leaving, I gotta know?
Can you tell me when you are leaving, I really need to know.
Not talking dirty, baby
I am not trying to talk in a vulgar or offensive manner, my dear.
But it's 1 30 AM
I know it's quite late at night.
And neither one of us needs to be alone
I think neither of us wants to be alone right now.
So can I?
Would you like to spend some quality time with me?
This is the last dance, baby
This may be the last chance we get to dance together, my love.
Could be our last chance
This could be the last opportunity for us to spend time together.
And we may not see one another ever again
There is a possibility that we won't meet again in the future.
So I'll sing into your ear mama
I'll sing softly into your ear, my darling.
While everyone does the cha-cha
While everyone else is busy dancing.
Until we're lovers, can we pretend?
Can we act as if we are in a romantic relationship until we actually become one?
Can I, can I baby?
Would you allow me, my dear?
Oh baby, can I?
My love, please let me know if it's possible.
Please baby can I?
Darling, can I request something from you?
Need to know now
I am eager to know your answer right away.
It's on tonight, lady please can I?
Tonight's the night, my lady, can I?
Breakfast in bed
I am offering you breakfast in bed.
Can I show you the sunrise?
May I direct your attention towards the beautiful sunrise?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MONTELL JORDAN
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@vinsanebeats
One of my fav albums ! Brings back my childhood.. Thank You !
@ibiggcvisuals
I use to play this one all the time. Dope track🍻
@antoniahargrove1125
One of my favorites by him!!
@jaycoo901
College apartment banger. When my roommates heard this they left the apartment. They knew what was happening. LOL
@Lulladeez
My forever favorite ❤️❤️❤️
@KingAmaniImani
He has a dope collection
@kyrikay6923
Classic Hits 🏆🏆🏆🏆
@bubblesh10
Montell Jordan what can I say is that he is a smooth sensual lyricists
@faithphoenix6778
This Right Here 🎉
@bubblesh10
A fan from then still to now Blessings in his gift and Talent in music