My Girl
Musiq & Musiq Soulchild Lyrics

Ohhhhh
Expressing sudden realization, excitement, or interest that is usually followed by an exclamatory statement in the conversation.

Last night you said you wanted to talk wit me
Referring to a conversation that happened with his girlfriend the previous night.

I was at work and you know how my job can be
Explaining that he couldn't talk to her because he was at work, emphasizing how dedicated and responsible he is at his job.

So then you said it could wait until later on
His girlfriend told him that the conversation could wait until later on.

'Cause it wasn't all that important
His girlfriend didn't think the conversation was important enough to disrupt his work schedule.

So I guess we can talk when you get home
Agreeing to talk about the issue when he gets home after work.

So then you got me thinking about what I might have done
Reflecting on his actions and behaviors that might have upset his girlfriend.

Wondering if I did something wrong (something wrong)
Doubting himself and his actions, questioning if he did something wrong to make his girlfriend upset.

But then again and within this time I thought that you were mad
At the same time, he thought his girlfriend was angry at him.

It could've been that just made you happy
Realizing that the reason for his girlfriend's behavior might not be negative, and it could be her way of expressing her happiness.

[Chorus:] If there's anything that you want, you need
Assuring his girlfriend that she can ask for anything she needs, emphasizing his love and commitment towards her.

Don't be afraid to ask 'cause you're my girl
Encouraging his girlfriend to express herself without reluctance, reminding her of her importance in his life.

Girl don't you my whole world stops for you
Showing his love and devotion towards his girlfriend by emphasizing that she is the center of his world.

And in this relationship you are the person I run to
Expressing that his girlfriend is the person he confides in and relies on for emotional support.

And I appreciate how you respect my space
Showing gratitude towards his girlfriend for respecting his personal space, indicating a healthy relationship built upon mutual trust and understanding.

But on the real I'm there for anytime of day
Assuring his girlfriend that she can depend on him at any time of the day, implying that he is always available for her.

You should never start to wonder where you stand
Implying that his girlfriend should never doubt her position in their relationship, reassurance of his commitment to her.

'Cause everyday I want to show you that I'm your man
Stating his objective of showing his girlfriend his love and support every day as a sign of being a good partner.

[Chorus: Repeat 2X]
Repeating the chorus to solidify his message and emphasize the importance of his girlfriend in his life.

'Cause these nobody who's got your back like I do, girl
Emphasizing that he is the only person who will always have her back, underlining his commitment towards his girlfriend.

Oh no baby see no trouble
Assuring his girlfriend that she should not worry or be troubled about their relationship or anything else.

I'm your man
Reasserting his role as her partner, expressing his responsibility in keeping her happy and satisfied in the relationship.

I'm gonna be there for you
Reiterating his commitment and willingness to be there for his girlfriend whenever she needs him.

[Chorus:]
Repeating the chorus to reinforce his message one last time before the song ends.