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I know the story and I've read the book
I knew the game with just one look
What your all about
There could be no doubt
You know I got someone it's plain to see
But even still you try to talk to me
Like ya didn't know, boy it's time to go
I told you the scenario
I made it crystal clear
I spelled it from A to Z
But which part of no don't you hear?

I told you I'm already taken'
And that's a move I won't be makin'
I made a vow I'm never breakin'
It's a matter of fact, that I don't get down like that
Ya know I've got a one and only
you don't really even know me
But everyday you try to phone me
And I never call back 'cause I don't get down like that

At the movie with my girls and me
You made a move thought I didn't see
Then you looked surprise-Don't you even try
You tried to call and ya paged me too
I think I'm getting kinda tired of you
And the same ol' line-do ya think I'm blind
You don't know what I'm all about
But boy you best believe
I don't play and I never stray
Cause' it's not my way to deceive

I told you I'm already taken'
And that's a move I won't be makin'
I made a vow I'm never breakin'
It's a matter of fact, that I don't get down like that
Ya know I've got a one and only
you don't really even know me
But everyday you try to phone me
And I never call back 'cause I don't get down like that

You say it'll be alright
It's just between me and you
But creepin' 'round on the low-low
Is one thing I'll never do-am I getting through?

Don't want to play all the games you play
You make me laugh with the things you say
Don't waste your time you should walk away




Save it for another fool
Another day

Overall Meaning

The song "I Don't Get Down Like That" by Play is a song about a woman who is in a committed relationship and is not interested in pursuing any romantic advances from another man. The lyrics suggest that the woman has already made it clear to the man in question that she is not interested, but he continues to pursue her regardless. The song emphasizes the woman's commitment to her partner and her unwillingness to cheat or deceive him in any way. The lyrics demonstrate a strong sense of loyalty and honesty, as well as the importance of communication in relationships.


Throughout the song, the woman is portrayed as confident and assertive. She knows what she wants and is not afraid to say "no" to someone who is trying to push her boundaries. Despite the man's persistence, she remains firm in her stance and refuses to give in. The song sends a positive message about setting healthy boundaries and respecting other people's relationships.


Overall, "I Don't Get Down Like That" is a catchy and empowering song that encourages listeners to stand up for themselves and their relationships. It is a reminder that loyalty and honesty are essential qualities in any healthy relationship and that pursuing someone who is already committed to someone else is never a good idea.


Line by Line Meaning

I know the story and I've read the book
I am aware of your intentions and what you want from me


I knew the game with just one look
I was able to recognize your advances immediately


What your all about
I know your true intentions


There could be no doubt
My assessment of your intentions is accurate


You know I got someone it's plain to see
I am already in a committed relationship


But even still you try to talk to me
You continue to make advances towards me, despite knowing that I am in a committed relationship


Like ya didn't know, boy it's time to go
You are pretending to be ignorant of my relationship status and it is time for you to leave me alone


I told you the scenario
I have informed you of my relationship status


I made it crystal clear
I have clearly communicated my message to you


I spelled it from A to Z
I have explained every detail to you


But which part of no don't you hear?
You are not listening to my message of rejection


I told you I'm already taken'
I have informed you that I am in a committed relationship


And that's a move I won't be makin'
I will not cheat on my current partner


I made a vow I'm never breakin'
I have promised myself to always remain faithful to my partner


It's a matter of fact, that I don't get down like that
I am not the type of person to cheat or have casual relationships


Ya know I've got a one and only
I am exclusively committed to one person


you don't really even know me
You do not have a deep understanding of my personality or values


But everyday you try to phone me
You attempt to contact me frequently


And I never call back 'cause I don't get down like that
I do not respond to your advances because I am not interested in casual relationships


At the movie with my girls and me
I was at the movies with my female friends


You made a move thought I didn't see
You attempted to make advances towards me, thinking that I did not notice


Then you looked surprise-Don't you even try
I caught you in the act and you should not try to make advances towards me again


You tried to call and ya paged me too
You attempted to contact me via phone and messaging


I think I'm getting kinda tired of you
I am becoming fed up with your persistent advances


And the same ol' line-do ya think I'm blind
I am getting tired of hearing the same old, tired lines from you


You don't know what I'm all about
You do not have an accurate understanding of my values and morals


But boy you best believe
However, you should understand


I don't play and I never stray
I do not engage in casual relationships or cheat on my partner


Cause' it's not my way to deceive
I have a strong sense of morality and will not betray or deceive people


You say it'll be alright
You attempt to assure me that our relationship will be okay


It's just between me and you
You attempt to keep our relationship a secret


But creepin' 'round on the low-low
However, engaging in covert activities


Is one thing I'll never do-am I getting through?
I will not engage in deceitful or immoral behavior - do you understand?


Don't want to play all the games you play
I do not want to engage in deceitful or manipulative behavior with you


You make me laugh with the things you say
I find your attempts to seduce me humorous, as I am not interested


Don't waste your time you should walk away
You should move on and stop wasting your time with me


Save it for another fool
You can try your advances with someone else who might be interested


Another day
However, there is no chance for us




Lyrics Ā© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CARL ALLEN STURKEN, EVAN A. ROGERS

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