Step by Step
NKOTB Lyrics


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Step by step, ooh baby
Gonna get to you girl
Step by step, rah

Step by step, ooh baby
Gonna get to you girl
Step by step, ooh baby
Really want you in my world

(Step) Hey girl, in your eyes
I see a picture of me all the time
(Step) Hey girl, when you smile
You got to know that you drive me wild

(Step by step) Ooh baby
You're always on my mind
(Step by step) Ooh girl
Really think it's just a matter of time

Step by step, ooh baby
Gonna get to you girl
Step by step, ooh baby
Really want you in my world

(Step) Hey girl, can't you see?
I've got to have you all just for me
(Step) And girl, yes it's true
No one else will ever do

(Step by step) Ooh baby
You're always on my mind
(Step by step) Ooh girl
Really think it's just a matter of time

Step by step, ooh baby
Gonna get to you girl
Step by step, ooh baby
Really want you in my world

(Step, step)
(Step, step by step)


Step one, we can have lots of fun
Step two, there's so much we can do
Step three, it's just you and me
Step four, I can give you more
Step five, don't you know that the time has arrived
Huh!

(Step by step)
Don't you know I need you?
(Step by step)
Yes, I do, girl

(Step by step) Ooh baby
You're always on my mind
(Step by step) Ooh girl
Really think it's just a matter of time

Step by step, ooh baby
Gonna get to you girl, to you girl
Step by step, yeah, ooh baby
Really want you in my world

(Step by step) you girl
(Step by step) oh girl
Really want you in my world
Step by step, ooh baby




Gonna get to you girl
Step by step

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to NKOTB's song Step By Step suggest a gradual progression towards a desired outcome, in this case, getting to the girl. The phrase "step by step" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of taking things one day at a time. The singer expresses his infatuation with the girl and how she is always on his mind, but he knows that it is only a matter of time before they are together. He uses imagery to describe how he sees a picture of himself in her eyes and how her smile drives him wild.


The chorus is catchy and upbeat, encouraging listeners to join in as they sing about the five steps that will lead to success. The lyrics suggest that it will take some effort and work to get to the girl, but the singer is determined to make it happen. The song's optimistic tone and lively chorus create a sense of excitement and anticipation for what is to come.


Line by Line Meaning

Step by step, ooh baby Gonna get to you girl Step by step, rah
The singer is determined to win over the girl he likes and believes that he can do this by taking it one step at a time.


(Step) Hey girl, in your eyes I see a picture of me all the time (Step) Hey girl, when you smile You got to know that you drive me wild
The singer tells the girl that she means a lot to him and that he sees a future with her, and she has an effect on him that he loves.


(Step by step) Ooh baby You're always on my mind (Step by step) Ooh girl Really think it's just a matter of time
The singer can't stop thinking about the girl and expresses his belief that he can win her over if he takes it step by step.


(Step) Hey girl, can't you see? I've got to have you all just for me (Step) And girl, yes it's true No one else will ever do
The singer tells the girl that she is the one he wants and that he won't be satisfied with anyone else except her.


Step one, we can have lots of fun Step two, there's so much we can do Step three, it's just you and me Step four, I can give you more Step five, don't you know that the time has arrived Huh!
The singer lays out a plan of action by taking it one step at a time and highlighting the fun things they can do together and how he can make her happy.


(Step by step) Don't you know I need you? (Step by step) Yes, I do, girl (Step by step) Ooh baby You're always on my mind (Step by step) Ooh girl Really think it's just a matter of time
The singer expresses his need for the girl and emphasizes his belief that he can win her over if he takes it step by step.


Step by step, ooh baby Gonna get to you girl, to you girl Step by step, yeah, ooh baby Really want you in my world (Step by step) you girl (Step by step) oh girl Really want you in my world Step by step
The singer reiterates his plan to win the girl over step by step and emphasizes his strong desire to have her in his life.




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@DrBeauHightower

I want to live a day in the life of these dudes in 1990

@davidyorio7446

They also had to endure a lot of criticism. They were not taken seriously, accused of lip syncing and dismissed easily. I'm not sure how happy they were in those days. It seemed like everyone hated them and made fun of them.

@rdjtheking419

Me tooo!! Lol fr tho..criticism this that they had a great time im sure! 😄

@Pur3jibbz

1990 lol how about 2023. There in my opinion the best ever

@Pur3jibbz

have you watched any of there stuff from the 2000's forward its pretty good. i could recommend you a few songs. ya know hit 100's and they hit 1 numerous times Dr.

@jorgeaguirre9217

@@Pur3jibbz Hey Bryan, it has been such a long time since I have heard this song.

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@23setGo

2024 and still 🔥‼️

@unique7825

You are right they are still fire I will be going to there concert in august of 2024

@WLA-General

These guy had a NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK CARTOON too. And CAPTAIN PLANET cartoon took this beat. Look it up

@brettsprang7991

Yes it is 🎉

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