Issues
N II U Lyrics


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Can we try to work out
It's no need to scream and shout
Let's make this love and turn it around
'Cause we got issues

You can tell me that you love me
And make it sound so sweet
Then right around and cuss me
Right in the middle of the street

Now I can do my usual thing
Jump in my car and speed away
But you know
I come runnin' back to you the very next day
Can we work it out?

Can we try to work out?
It's no need to scream and shout
Let's make this love and turn it around
'Cause we got issues

Can we try to work out?
It's no need to scream and shout
Let's make this love and turn it around
'Cause we got issues

Everybody got some problems
That don't make them have doubts
Before the neighbors call the cops on us
Let's try and straightin' this thing out

If they knew you were gonna do some many things
Then it's just not meant to be
I just want you to be happy, baby
I just want you to be with me

Can we try to work out?
It's no need to scream and shout
Let's make this love and turn it around
'Cause we got issues

Can we try to work out?
It's no need to scream and shout
Let's make this love and turn it around
'Cause we got issues

When you put out something
You get back somethin'
You put out nuthin'
You get the same

'Cause everyday we're struggling
Tryna keep this love from falling down
And no one was to blame

Just a lil' mo time, just a little
Just a lil' more trys, just a little
Just a lil' more love, just a little
'Cause we got issues

Can we try to work out?
It's no need to scream and shout
Let's make this love and turn it around
'Cause we got issues

Can we try to work out?
It's no need to scream and shout
Let's make this love and turn it around
'Cause we got issues

Can we try to work out?
It's no need to scream and shout
Let's make this love and turn it around




'Cause we got issues
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Overall Meaning

The song "Issues" by N II U presents a plea for two people in a troubled relationship to work out their problems instead of screaming and shouting. The first verse describes a situation where the person being addressed says they love the singer on one hand but can curse them out in public on the other, leaving them confused about the state of their love. The singer acknowledges that they have a habit of running away from their problems but they always come back to the other person the next day.


The chorus then repeats the plea to try to work things out and turn the love around, acknowledging that everyone has issues but that doesn't mean they can't overcome them. The second verse brings in the idea that others may be watching their relationship and be ready to call the cops, so they need to try to straighten things out. The singer also expresses a desire for the other person to be happy, even if they end up not being together.


The bridge adds a bit more depth to the theme, saying that what you put out into the world, you get back, and while they both struggle to keep their love from falling apart, no one is to blame. The song ends with another repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the need for the two people to try to work things out.


Overall, "Issues" presents a relatable message about the struggles of a relationship and the importance of communication and effort in trying to overcome them.


Line by Line Meaning

Can we try to work out
N II U is asking the other person if they can try to fix their problems and make things work


It's no need to scream and shout
There's no need to argue and fight with each other


Let's make this love and turn it around
They both need to work together to fix their relationship


'Cause we got issues
Their relationship has problems that they need to address


You can tell me that you love me
N II U is addressing the other person in this line and acknowledging that they say they love them


And make it sound so sweet
They say it in a way that makes N II U feel good


Then right around and cuss me
But then they turn around and use harsh language or insults toward N II U


Right in the middle of the street
This argument is happening in public


Now I can do my usual thing
N II U has a pattern of responding to arguments or issues in a certain way


Jump in my car and speed away
They usually try to get away from the situation by driving somewhere else quickly


But you know
N II U acknowledges that the other person is aware of this pattern


I come runnin' back to you the very next day
Despite their argument, N II U always comes back to the other person


Everybody got some problems
Everyone has issues or challenges


That don't make them have doubts
Having problems doesn't necessarily mean they should doubt their relationship


Before the neighbors call the cops on us
The argument is getting loud and disruptive to those around them


Let's try and straightin' this thing out
They need to work together to try and fix their problems


If they knew you were gonna do some many things
If N II U knew the other person was going to act this way, they might not be in this relationship


Then it's just not meant to be
If it's too difficult or if they can't work through their problems, maybe they aren't meant to be together


I just want you to be happy, baby
N II U cares about the other person and just wants them to be happy


I just want you to be with me
Despite everything, N II U still wants to be with the other person and make the relationship work


When you put out something
When you put something out into the world


You get back somethin'
You receive something back in return


You put out nuthin'
If you don't put anything out there, you won't get anything back


You get the same
If you don't put effort into your relationship, you aren't going to see any improvements


'Cause everyday we're struggling
They're acknowledging that their relationship is a daily struggle right now


Tryna keep this love from falling down
They're trying to work on their issues to prevent their relationship from ending


And no one was to blame
They're acknowledging that neither one of them is solely responsible for their problems


Just a lil' mo time, just a little
They need a little more time to work through their problems


Just a lil' more trys, just a little
They need to keep trying a little bit harder to make things work


Just a lil' more love, just a little
They need to show a little more love to each other to help fix their relationship


'Cause we got issues
Despite their problems, they still care about each other and want to make things work




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Kenneth L. R. Whitehead

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Comments from YouTube:

knesmith23

This remains a classic!! I wish it were available for download on Apple music

Kenneth Andrew

N II U ! They have some joints on this album. Miss them

S B

It was just too many good ass r&b groups during that time for all of them to shine like they should have. Smh

Ebony Epps

Facts!!!!!! Jodeci, Sudden Change, 702, En Vogue, N Phase, UNV, BlackStreet, Jade, Black Girl, Shai, H Town, Soul for Real, Zhane, Brownstone, Kut Klose, Color Me Badd, Ebony Vybe Everlasting, Silk, Hi Five, SWV, Guy, Public Announcement, Az Yet, Mokenstef, Changing Faces, All for One, Ruff Endz, Xscape, Tony Toni Tone, Boyz II Men, Immature, Perfect Gentleman, 112, New Edition, BBD, Nothin Nyce, Groove Theory, Playa, Dru Hill, Intro and so many more.....

Brandy Houston

Girl !!!! so true .

sarah simpkins

@Ebony Epps dont forget H- Town and mint condition

Dale Hall

It was so many a lot of good ones got lost in the shuffle

S B

@Dale Hall Yes so true! Over the years I have discovered so many R&B groups from the 90's with really good albums who never made the charts. Really sad. I wish some would rerelease their music.

trayway35

Listening and singing to my original CD right now!!!!😁😁😁😁💞💞💞💞

knesmith23

My jam still to this day

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