In 2006, Public Annoucement released their fourth album "When The Smoke Clears" on their own label, Boss Entertainment, through Fontana Music/Universal Records. After a short hiatus to pursue solo interests, Earl, Glenn, Feloney, and Mar-K are working on a follow-up album, expected to be released in 2011.
It's About Time
Public Announcement Lyrics
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it makes no sense everyday you fight
makes me so mad what he puts you through
when im the only man that's made for you
why must i sit back and dry your tears (your tears)
just get with me and ill erase your fears
girl its about time to let him know
you have a real man so he's got to go
dont just have me in the background
stop keepin him around
its about time for him to leave
with open arms you i will receive
its about time to let him know
that its about time to let him go
girl im not scared of what he'll say to me
he's not a man dont give in so easy
girl understand just for you ill be
ill work to jobs to supply your needs
so must i sit back and dry your tears? (Dry your tears)
come n' get with me and ill erase your fears
(Chorus)
im not like him girl ill never lie
or make you cry
i'll ease the pain and feelings down inside
These lyrics by Public Announcement in their song, "It's About Time," tell a story of a man who is frustrated with his love interest for staying with someone who doesn't treat her right. The singer points out that he knows that her current partner is not faithful, yet she continues to fight with him every day. He expresses anger towards the other man for putting her through so much and believes that he is the only one who is truly meant for her. The singer also questions why he has to sit back and console her when he knows that he is capable of doing so much more for her.
The chorus of the song is a call to action, with the singer urging his love interest to finally let her current partner know that she has a real man now and that it's time for him to leave. The singer offers to take care of her and supply her with everything she needs, even if it means working multiple jobs. He reassures her that he is not like her current partner and will never lie or make her cry, but rather help ease any pain or discomfort that she feels.
This song tells a relatable story about the frustrations of being in love with someone who is stuck in a toxic relationship. It also highlights the importance of being with someone who treats you right and values your worth.
Line by Line Meaning
you know damn well where he was last night
I am aware of the fact that he was not with you last night.
it makes no sense everyday you fight
There seems to be no reason behind the fights you have every day.
makes me so mad what he puts you through
It angers me to see what he is making you go through.
when im the only man that's made for you
I feel that I am the only person who is best suited for you.
why must i sit back and dry your tears (your tears)
I do not understand why I am not allowed to comfort you during your crying moments.
just get with me and ill erase your fears
If you make the decision to be with me, I will help you overcome your fears.
girl its about time to let him know
It is time for you to inform him that you have found a better man.
you have a real man so he's got to go
You have someone who actually fits the description of a real man, so he should leave.
dont just have me in the background
Do not keep me hidden in the background while someone who does not deserve you is at the forefront.
stop keepin him around
End the relationship with him.
its about time for him to leave
He should leave now.
with open arms you i will receive
I will be ready to accept you with open arms.
girl im not scared of what he'll say to me
I am not afraid of the things he may say to me.
he's not a man dont give in so easy
He is not worthy of being called a man, so do not give in to him easily.
girl understand just for you ill be
Please understand that I will do anything for you.
ill work to jobs to supply your needs
I am willing to work two jobs if that is what it takes to meet your needs.
so must i sit back and dry your tears? (Dry your tears)
Why am I not allowed to wipe your tears away?
come n' get with me and ill erase your fears
If you choose me, I will be there to help you overcome all your fears.
im not like him girl ill never lie
I am not like him, and I will never be the source of lies for you.
or make you cry
I promise to never make you shed a tear.
i'll ease the pain and feelings down inside
I will do my best to help relieve the pain and negative emotions inside you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TRAVON M. POTTS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@coreydavis8786
He sang the HELL out of this song!!!! Damn! I feel this!
@jjsquire706
This song clearly was a sleeper hit back when real R&B music was alive. Public Announcement is a force to be reckoned with. Clearly without them their would not have been a Jagged Edge, I See That Now!!!!!👍😁😎👌
@razorb23
Music like this is a testament on what can happen to good music when its not passed on...90s Rest in Life!!
@og_cynthia6563
"I'll work two jobs just to supply your needs" he hit them notes 🎶
@fosterchild72
Yes he did. Felt like he meant it too.
@gerardabdulemoultrie-thene3008
I noticed your profile picture. And I had to say something now. Your are very attractive. Tell me who you are please
@thea-blegacy.3165
In the 90’s ,You knew the song was fire 🔥 when they are in the rain singing.
@thibosmahloko9287
😂😂 yeah man!!
@denisejohnson2829
Wow...this gave me chills! Now this is what I call R&B! Miss this kind of music.
@robertparks948
no such thing as r&b everybody wanna b pop