Kelly has also produced and performed in many tracks by other R&B and hip-hop artists. In 1994, Kelly produced and wrote the debut album of R&B singer Aaliyah and in 1995, Kelly co-produced and wrote the song "You Are Not Alone" for Michael Jackson, which was included on Jackson's album, HIStory. Kelly has sung the hooks for many notable hip-hop songs, such as "Fuckin' You Tonight" by The Notorious B.I.G., "We Thuggin'" by Fat Joe, "Gigolo" by Nick Cannon, and "Go Getta" by Young Jeezy, and has collaborated for two albums with Jay-Z.
How Did You Manage
R. Kelly Lyrics
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You made the moo
Gave seasons change
Woah
You made the clouds
You put the rainbow after rain
Woah
Created time
Gave pictures frames
Woah
Created man gave him woman
Why did you do that for me?
These are the questions asked before I lay me down and go to sleep
(ooh sometimes I wonder)
Sometimes I wonder why you decided to keep you hands on me
Of all the miracles, signs and wonders
There's still one mystery
How did you manage to love me?
You breathed the life right into me
Then made my heart beat
Woah
Created the mountains
And all of the deep seas
Flowers in the trees
Woah
You made tomorrow come again
You carved the strong winds
Woah
And after all I've done
Gave me a son
Tell me why would you do that for me?
These are the questions asked before I lay me down and go to sleep
(Right in the middle of my prayers)
Sometimes I wonder why you decided to keep you hands on me
Of all the miracles, signs and wonders
There's still one mystery
How did you manage to love me? (how did you manage that?)
How did you manage to love me?
Said I've got to know how (how did you manage to love?)
After all that I have done, oh Lord
How? (how did you manage to love?)
How could I have been so bad, oh Lord
How? (how did you manage to forgive me?)
Even when I didn't believe in me you believed in me Lord
How? (how did you manage to forgive me?)
Jesus you sacrificed your dear life for me
(How did you manage to forgive me?)
Ooooh Lord tell me (why did the pain uprise for me)
In R. Kelly's song "How Did You Manage," the lyrics describe the wonder and amazement of the singer towards the Creator's love for him. The lyrics begin with the acknowledgement of the natural phenomena that God created, such as the sun, the moon, the changing seasons, and the clouds. The singer expresses awe at the beauty of nature, and how the Creator always seemed to have a plan that made sense, as if it was meant to be. The lyrics then go on to talk about the more abstract aspects of creation, such as time, pictures frames, and the creation of man and woman.
The singer then goes on to express his gratitude for the Creator's love for him, despite all of the mistakes and sins that he has committed. The singer wonders why he is so loved by the Creator, and how He could have forgiven him for all of his wrongdoings. The song is a reflection on the singer's appreciation of the Creator's love for him, and the mystery and wonder that comes with that knowledge.
Line by Line Meaning
You made the sun
You created light and warmth which enables life to grow and sustain
You made the moo
You created a source of light for night creatures and to balance the tides
Gave seasons change
You devised and implemented the periodic oscillation of temperature and environment to create diversity in nature
You made the clouds
You crafted the clouds to carry rain and control climate
You put the rainbow after rain
You designed the refraction of light through water and air to brighten our day after heavy rainfall
Created time
You invented the linear progression of reality that makes life meaningful and allows us to appreciate growth or change
Now this one's mine
This specific component of reality belongs only to me and my personal experience
Gave pictures frames
You designed the framework which serves as the backbone of how we perceive the world and memories
Created man gave him woman
You made humans, a diverse and complex species, male and female, with the capacity to form loving and lasting connections
Why did you do that for me?
I am grateful for all these wondrous things you have created and given to me, but I am humbled and still wondering why I deserve them
These are the questions asked before I lay me down and go to sleep (ooh sometimes I wonder)
Sometimes, before I sleep, I contemplate your sublime wisdom and power and try to fathom the depth of your grace and mercy
Sometimes I wonder why you decided to keep your hands on me
Despite my flaws and shortcomings, you sustained and guided me with your divine care and intervention
Of all the miracles, signs and wonders, There's still one mystery
Despite all the amazing things I have witnessed and experienced throughout my life, you still remain an incomprehensible puzzle that fills me with awe and wonder
How did you manage to love me?
Despite my faults and failings, you have shown me love and affection beyond measure, which I cannot help but marvel at
You breathed the life right into me, Then made my heart beat
You gave me the gift of life through your breath, and you keep it going through the rhythm of my heart
Created the mountains, And all of the deep seas
You sculpted the landscape with towering mountains and deep oceans to showcase your opulent creativity
Flowers in the trees
You painted the world with an abundance of colors and diverse life forms to remind us of your artistry
You made tomorrow come again
You created the concept of linear time, with the promise of a new day to allow growth, change, and learning
You carved the strong winds
You whipped up the air currents to carry vital elements across the world and bring about change
And after all I've done, Gave me a son
Despite my faults and failings, you blessed me with a child, a true testament of your unconditional love and generosity
Tell me why would you do that for me?
I cannot help but wonder why you chose to bless me, despite my inadequacy and unworthiness
Right in the middle of my prayers
During my contemplation of you and my petitions for guidance, sometimes I pause to reflect on your incomprehensible ways and grace
Said I've got to know how (how did you manage to love?)
I am deeply moved and grateful for your overwhelming love and mercy towards me, and I desire to know how to reciprocate and honor it
After all that I have done, oh Lord, How? (how did you manage to love?)
Despite my many shortcomings and misdeeds, you have shown me boundless grace and compassion, and I cannot help but be astounded at your love
How could I have been so bad, oh Lord, How? (how did you manage to forgive me?)
Considering my many flaws and mistakes, it baffles me how you have chosen to forgive me, and I am grateful more than words can describe
Even when I didn't believe in me you believed in me Lord, How? (how did you manage to forgive me?)
Despite my lack of faith in myself, your unwavering belief and faith in me have given me the courage and resilience to overcome my obstacles and shortcomings
Jesus you sacrificed your dear life for me, (How did you manage to forgive me?)
Through your ultimate sacrifice, you have shown me that your love and mercy knows no bounds, and for that, I am forever indebted to you
Ooooh Lord tell me (why did the pain uprise for me)
During my moments of suffering and pain, I seek your guidance and wisdom to make sense of the trials and tribulations that come my way
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY
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