Raffaëla (birthname: Raffaëla Paton) is the winner of the Dutch version of American Idol ('Idols') season 3.
Raffaëla was controversial since the start of the show, since she stated to be in love with judge Henk-Jan Smits. In a later show she reavealed it was a joke and 'Idols' didn't show the footage of her saying so.
At the liveshows, she revealed to be pregnant, which infuriated judge Henk-Jan. This didn't hold her back, and eventually she beat Floortje in the final.
Her debut album 'Raffaëla' consisted mostly of covers and the winner's single from 'Idols': "Right Here Right Now (My Heart Belongs to You)".
Raffaëla is currently a member of the girlgroup Monroe.
She is the niece of popular Dutch singer Ruth Jacott.
Think
Raffaëla Lyrics
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Think about what you're tryin' to do to me
Think (think-think) let your mind go
Let yourself be free
Let's go back - let's go back
A let's go way on to way back when
I didn't even know you
I ain't no psychiatrist
I ain't no doctor with degrees
But it don't take too much I.Q.
To see what you're doing to me
You better think (think)
Think about what you're tryin' to do to me
Yeah, think (think-think)
Let your mind go, let yourself be free
Oh freedom (freedom)
Oh freedom
Oh,freedom (yeah)
Oh freedom
Oh freedom (freedom)
Oh freedom
Oh freedom
Oh ya got to have
Hey! think about it
You! think about it
There ain't nothin' you could ask
I could answer you but I won't (I won't)
But I was gonna change ya, I'm not
If ya keep doin' things I don't (don't)
You better think (think)
Think about what you're tryin' ta do to me
(What you're tryin' to do to me)
Oh-oh-oh think (think)
Let your mind go, let yourself be free
People walk around everyday
Playin' games and takin' scores
Tryin' to make other people lose their mind
Well, be careful you don't lose yours
Ooh think (think)
Think about what you're tryin' to do to me
Woo-hoo, think (think)
Let your mind go, let yourself be free
You need me (need me)
And I need you (don't cha' know)
Without each other
There ain't nothin' we two can do
Oooh yeah, think about it, baby
(What 'cha tryin' to do to me, think)
Better go baby, think about it right now
Yeah, right now (tell about - forgiveness)
Woo, right now (tell about - forgiveness)
Hey, right now (tell about - forgiveness)
I need to change your mind (think about it)
Baby, baby, baby
(Tell about it - forgiveness)
Woo, tell about it baby (tell about - forgiveness)
FADES-
Yeah, woo-hoo (tell about - forgiveness)
Tell about it baby, you think about it right now
"Think" is a classic song by the legendary Aretha Franklin. The song is about a woman telling her man to think about his actions and how they affect her. She urges him to let his mind go and set her free. The opening lines set the tone for the song as the woman wants her man to think about what he's trying to do to her before he does it. Aretha tells the man that she doesn't need him to change for her, but he needs to think about what he's doing to her, and if he continues, she won't stick around.
The song has a powerful message about self-respect and encourages people to think before they act. The song is an anthem for anyone who's been in a difficult relationship and has had to make tough choices to protect themselves. The song reminds us that we should never let anyone take away our freedom or our dignity.
To add to the depth and impact of the song, at the end of the song, Aretha urges the listener to forgive and to think about it. It is clear that "Think" is a song that is relevant to every generation, and it continues to inspire millions of people around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
You better think (think)
Take the time to consider your actions.
Think about what you're tryin' to do to me
Consider the impact your actions have on me.
Think (think-think) let your mind go
Relax and clear your mind.
Let yourself be free
Release your worries and enjoy your life.
Let's go back - let's go back
Let's revisit our past.
A let's go way on to way back when
Let's go back to a distant time in our past.
I didn't even know you
We were not acquainted at that time.
You couldn't a been too much more than ten (just a child)
You were just a child at that time, not much older than ten.
I ain't no psychiatrist
I am not a mental health professional.
I ain't no doctor with degrees
I do not have academic qualifications as a medical doctor.
But it don't take too much I.Q.
It doesn't require much intelligence.
To see what you're doing to me
To realize the impact of your actions on me.
Oh freedom (freedom)
Freedom is important.
Oh freedom
Freedom is crucial.
Oh,freedom (yeah)
Freedom is necessary.
Oh ya got to have
You need to have.
Hey! think about it
Take some time to consider it.
You! think about it
You need to consider it.
There ain't nothin' you could ask
There's nothing you could ask for.
I could answer you but I won't (I won't)
I have the answer, but I won't provide it.
But I was gonna change ya, I'm not
I planned to change you, but I won't.
If ya keep doin' things I don't (don't)
If you keep doing things I dislike.
People walk around everyday
People go about their daily lives every day.
Playin' games and takin' scores
Engaging in games and competitions.
Tryin' to make other people lose their mind
Trying to drive others crazy.
Well, be careful you don't lose yours
Beware that you don't lose your own mind.
You need me (need me)
You require my presence.
And I need you (don't cha' know)
I need your presence, as well.
Without each other
Apart from each other.
There ain't nothin' we two can do
There is nothing the two of us can achieve.
Oooh yeah, think about it, baby
Consider it carefully, my dear.
(What 'cha tryin' to do to me, think)
(Consider what you are trying to do to me.)
Better go baby, think about it right now
You better take action and consider it now.
Yeah, right now (tell about - forgiveness)
At this moment, let's discuss forgiveness.
Woo, right now (tell about - forgiveness)
Let's discuss forgiveness now.
Hey, right now (tell about - forgiveness)
Let's talk about forgiveness at this moment.
I need to change your mind (think about it)
I need to alter your perspective.
Baby, baby, baby
My dear, my dear, my dear.
(Tell about it - forgiveness)
(Let's discuss forgiveness.)
Woo, tell about it baby (tell about - forgiveness)
(Let's talk about forgiveness, my dear.)
FADES-
The song fades out.
Yeah, woo-hoo (tell about - forgiveness)
Yes, let's discuss forgiveness.
Tell about it baby, you think about it right now
Let's discuss it now, dear. What do you think?
Contributed by Declan O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.