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.
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R. Kelly Lyrics
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(Not gonna let you down)
Sorry for the things that happened to you, babe
For what he did
I'll show you that I'm not gonna do those things that he did to you
I'm gonna love you I'm gonna hold you
I'm gonna give you everything that your heart desires
You don't have to question love
I know you're hurting baby
Because of what he did
But here I am to rescue you
From that man of sin
He took your life from you
And noted you for him
Promised you brighter days
But now your light is dim
He had no right to do
The things he did to you
If I had half a chance
Girl, I'd be good to you
Don't let don't let don't let don't let
Don't let what happened in your past hurt our future
[Chorus]
One man can make one women hate all men
Tell me why is it that
One man can make one woman hate all men
Makes a woman hate all men
One man can make one women hate all men
I'm sorry that he took your heart and did you in
You lived your life a lie
Now it's time to seek the truth
If it takes the rest of my days
I'm gonna make it up to you
So you let your guards on down
I don't want to go no rounds
'cause baby, I'm here for you
Truly, truly here for you
Don't let don't let don't let don't let
Don't let what happened in the past hurt our future
[Chorus]
Girl I'm' sorry that he took your heart and did you in
I'm not tryin' to hurt you
(I'm not tryin' to hurt you pretty baby, pretty baby)
I just want to make sweet love to you
(All I want to do is make you feel good all over)
While making love all the things
He said he'd do to you and he didn't girl
I'll do for you
Baby I'll do, vow to 'cause I'm sorry that he took your heart
And did you in, yeah
[Chorus]
Ladies, it was us all along
That made ya get up and get out and do wrong
I know you didn't really want to do it
Hey, but being pissed off at us led you to it
Yes it did, yes it did, yes it did, oh, oh, oh
It mean I'm sorry baby
For coming in late from being out all night oh yeah
See I was so busy out there doing you wrong
while you were out there with somebody else
Getting your groove on, oh, oh, oh, oh
I guess its' a lesson to be learned
Be careful of the bridge you burn, oh oh
The lyrics to R. Kelly's song "I" presents a message of apology and love for a woman who has been hurt by the actions of another man. The singer acknowledges the pain and hurt that she has experienced from the previous relationship and offers himself as a better alternative. He pledges to love, hold and provide for her and promises to never do the things that the previous man did. The chorus reveals that one man's actions can have an impact on how a woman perceives all men, and the singer urges her not to let her past experiences affect their future. The song is an expression of love and a commitment to heal the wounds of the past.
The theme of the song is relatable and resonates with many people who have been hurt in past relationships. The song speaks to the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions and the power of forgiveness. The message is clear, that despite the hurt and heartbreak, love can heal and transform a person's life. R. Kelly delivers this message with sincerity and emotion, making the song a touching tribute to the power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, I'm sorry
Not gonna let you down; Sorry for the things that happened to you, babe; For what he did; I'll show you that I'm not gonna do those things that he did to you
I'm gonna love you I'm gonna hold you
I'll give you everything that your heart desires; When I get home, I'll show you love
I know you're hurting baby
Because of what he did; But here I am to rescue you; From that man of sin
He took your life from you
Promised you brighter days; But now your light is dim; He had no right to do
If I had half a chance
Girl, I'd be good to you
Don't let don't let don't let don't let
Don't let what happened in your past hurt our future
[Chorus]
One man can make one women hate all men; Makes a woman hate all men; I'm sorry that he took your heart and did you in
You lived your life a lie
Now it's time to seek the truth
If it takes the rest of my days
I'm gonna make it up to you
So you let your guards on down
I don't want to go no rounds; 'cause baby, I'm here for you; Truly, truly here for you
Girl I'm' sorry that he took your heart and did you in
I'm not tryin' to hurt you; I just want to make sweet love to you; While making love all the things; He said he'd do to you and he didn't girl; I'll do for you; Baby I'll do, vow to 'cause I'm sorry that he took your heart; And did you in, yeah
Ladies, it was us all along
That made ya get up and get out and do wrong; I know you didn't really want to do it; Hey, but being pissed off at us led you to it
See I was so busy out there doing you wrong
While you were out there with somebody else; Getting your groove on
I guess its' a lesson to be learned
Be careful of the bridge you burn
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY
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