DeVaughn's musical story began with his mother's vinyl collection. "I always loved music so I would sneak into her record collection when she wasn't around and play her stuff." DeVaughn's father, noted jazz musician Abdul Wadud was also an influence. DeVaughn knew at an early age that he would become an entertainer.
DeVaughn graduated from High Point High School in Beltsville, Maryland; then headed to nearby Coppin State. It was the first day of college that changed the course of his life. "I saw a group of guys standing outside singing, Boyz II Men style," remembers DeVaughn. "I just went up there and started harmonizing with them. Before I knew what was going on, I was in a group, cutting class to write lyrics and record." After winning $2,000.00 in a talent show at Bar None, a Washington D.C. nightclub, DeVaughn decided to go for broke and invested all of his winnings into a CD burner. Several independent releases led to a showcase with Jive Records, and the career was on it's way.
Four Letter Word
Raheem DeVaughn Lyrics
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I taste sweet melodies every time I kiss you
I yearn and toss and turn, every time I find myself missing you
Rain falls your sound is wet, don't feel as wet when ain't inside of you
Your skin is so a silhouette, at the stroke of my finger tips
Cause I hope your not the prototype, but the makings of the real deal
See it's been some time been some time since you came around
So I recognize just what I feel
[Chorus]
It's that old four letter word that I feel you, when I touch you yeah
It's that old four letter word that I taste, when I kiss you yeah
It's that old four letter word that I recognize, so familiar yeah
It's that old four letter word Love love love love love love love
[Verse 2]
I feel sexy and confident, when I illuminate in your eyesight
I feel speechless and spellbound, so what's the use of even tryin' to put up the fight
I let down all my guards, you persuaded me when you did the same
I'm through it, played all my cards, I found a higher ground, a higher place
See it's been some time been some time, I know where you been, I been waitin' on ya
But welcome back, I hope you're here to stay, here to stay
I always here about, sing about, even write about ya
Just know I had ya till ya slipped away
[Chorus]
It's that old four letter word that I feel you, when I touch you yeah
It's that old four letter word that I taste, when I kiss you yeah
It's that old four letter word that I recognize, so familiar yeah
It's that old four letter word Love love love love love love love
This time this time this time this time
This time this time this time this time
This time this time this time this time
This time this time this time this time
This time this time this time this time
This time this time this time this time
This time this time this time this time
This time this time this time this time
The lyrics to Raheem DeVaughn's song "Four Letter Word" are a testament to the deep emotions of love that the singer feels towards a significant other. The first verse portrays the singer as being completely enamored by his lover, indulging in sweet melodies and yearning for their touch whenever they are apart. The second verse, on the other hand, focuses on the transformative power of the relationship, which makes the singer feel more confident and self-assured. The chorus reinforces the theme of love, with the repetition of the phrase "It's that old four-letter word," emphasizing the timeless nature of the sentiment.
The lyrics in "Four Letter Word" speak to the universal experience of falling in love, with DeVaughn's soulful voice giving the song a sensual and heartfelt quality. The imagery of rain falling and skin being a silhouette under the fingertips adds a layer of sensuality to the song. The lyrics are also tender in nature, with the singer expressing his vulnerability and opening himself up to his lover by letting down his guards.
Overall, "Four Letter Word" is a tribute to the transformative power of love and how it can bring out the best in people, making them more confident and assured of themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
I taste sweet melodies every time I kiss you
When I kiss you, I experience a pleasurable sensation like sweet music.
I yearn and toss and turn, every time I find myself missing you
When I'm not with you, I feel restless and unable to sleep due to my strong desire for you.
Rain falls your sound is wet, don't feel as wet when ain't inside of you
The sound of the rain is dampened when I'm not with you because you complete me and make me feel whole.
Your skin is so a silhouette, at the stroke of my finger tips
Your skin is so beautiful and smooth that when I touch it, it feels like a work of art.
Cause I hope your not the prototype, but the makings of the real deal
I hope that you're not just a model or imitation, but the real, genuine article that I've been searching for.
See it's been some time been some time since you came around
It's been a while since I've seen you, but I still have vivid memories of you and what we had together.
So I recognize just what I feel
Despite the time that has passed, I still recognize the strong emotions and feelings that I have for you.
It's that old four letter word that I feel you, when I touch you yeah
The four letter word that I feel when I touch you is love.
It's that old four letter word that I taste, when I kiss you yeah
The four letter word that I taste when I kiss you is love.
It's that old four letter word that I recognize, so familiar yeah
The four letter word that I recognize and am familiar with is love.
It's that old four letter word Love love love love love love love
That four letter word is love, and I feel it so strongly that I need to repeat it over and over again.
I feel sexy and confident, when I illuminate in your eyesight
When you look at me, I feel attractive and self-assured.
I feel speechless and spellbound, so what's the use of even tryin' to put up the fight
I am so captivated and awestruck by you that I have no words and no desire to resist or fight my feelings.
I let down all my guards, you persuaded me when you did the same
I have opened up and let go of my defenses because you have shown me that you trust and believe in me too.
I'm through it, played all my cards, I found a higher ground, a higher place
I have moved on from my past experiences and taken a new path to find a better, more meaningful relationship with you.
See it's been some time been some time, I know where you been, I been waitin' on ya
Although it's been a while, I know where you've been and what you've been doing, and I have been waiting for you to come back into my life.
But welcome back, I hope you're here to stay, here to stay
I'm glad you're back and I hope that you're here to stay and commit to a lasting relationship with me.
I always here about, sing about, even write about ya
Even when we were apart, I always thought about you, sang about you, and wrote about you because you are always on my mind.
Just know I had ya till ya slipped away
I want you to know that I had you before you left, but I understand and forgive you for slipping away because I know we can start anew.
This time this time this time this time
This time is different and I am committed to making it work.
This time this time this time this time
I have learned from my past mistakes and am ready to start fresh this time.
This time this time this time this time
I believe that we have a real chance at a fulfilling, long-lasting relationship this time around.
This time this time this time this time
I hope that our love will continue to grow and flourish in the future.
This time this time this time this time
I am optimistic about our future and the possibility of a lifetime of love and happiness together.
This time this time this time this time
Let's start fresh and make the most of this time that we have together.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ADMINISTRATION MP INC
Written by: COURTNEY DWIGHT, RAHEEM DE VAUGHN
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