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I Wana Get Next to You
Rose Royce Lyrics
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Oh, baby, to see things my way
But not a word do you say
You won't even look my way
Girl I'm spendin' my dimes, wastin' my time
Talkin' till I'm black and blue
Uh, can't you see
Dreams of you and I go sailing by
Whenever your eyes meet mine (You're so fine)
And, girl, you make me feel so insecure
You're so beautiful and pure
Why must you be unkind and tell me I'm not your kind, blowin my mind
Girl, my, my money is low and I know
That I can't take you to the fancy places you might want to go
Still I want to get next to you
I, I want to get next to you
Baby, yeah
Ah, ah, ah
Ah, yeah
Girl, you can bend me, shake me, make me
Whatever it takes to please you, I'm willing to do
'Cause you're my dream come true
And I want to get next to you, baby, yea
I want to get next to you (I want to make you mine for all the time)
I want to get next to you (I promise I'll never make you blue)
I want to get next to you (So when love begins between me and you)
I want to get next to you (Girl, I'm in love)
I want to get next to you
In the song “I Wanna Get Next to You” by Rose Royce, the singer expresses her desire to be closer to the person she loves. The song starts with the singer waiting for her lover, begging him to see things her way, without any response. Despite her numerous attempts to achieve that connection, he still seems distant, and she feels insecure. The singer wishes for this person to see what she sees in them and feels frustrated that she cannot get through to him. However, through her lyrics, she remains persistent in her pursuit of love and closeness, even though she feels rejected. Ultimately, she professes her devotion and willingness to do whatever it takes to please him, even if it means bending, shaking, or making herself vulnerable.
The song captures the vulnerability of a person in love, yearning for intimacy, and feeling incomplete without it. The theme is relatable and emotional, and the lyrics are beautifully crafted to communicate those feelings effortlessly. The song is a testament to the power of love and what it can make us do, even when it hurts.
Line by Line Meaning
Sittin' here in this chair waitin' on you
I am waiting anxiously for you to approach me.
Oh, baby, to see things my way
I wish you could understand my feelings and perspective.
But not a word do you say
You remain silent and don't respond to my gestures.
You won't even look my way
You avoid making any eye contact with me.
Girl I'm spendin' my dimes, wastin' my time
I am spending a lot of money and effort trying to impress you.
Talkin' till I'm black and blue
I keep trying to talk to you, but you never seem interested in what I have to say.
Uh, can't you see
I hope you can realize how much I desire your attention.
I want to get next to you
My ultimate goal is to be closer to you and start a relationship.
Dreams of you and I go sailing by
I am constantly thinking about how great it would be if we were together.
Whenever your eyes meet mine (You're so fine)
Whenever we make eye contact, I cannot help but feel captivated by your beauty and charm.
And, girl, you make me feel so insecure
Your rejection and indifference towards me make me feel unworthy and inadequate.
You're so beautiful and pure
Despite my insecurities, I still find you to be incredibly attractive and genuine.
Why must you be unkind and tell me I'm not your kind, blowin my mind
It is hurtful when you reject me and tell me that we are not compatible, it really impacts me emotionally.
Girl, my, my money is low and I know
I am aware of my financial limitations and how I cannot offer you expensive dates or luxurious trips.
That I can't take you to the fancy places you might want to go
I cannot provide you with what you might desire or expect in a partner.
Still I want to get next to you
Despite everything, I still wish to be closer to you and form a connection.
Girl, you can bend me, shake me, make me
I am willing to adapt and mold myself to be the person that you want me to be.
Whatever it takes to please you, I'm willing to do
I am ready to go to great lengths to make you happy and win your affection.
'Cause you're my dream come true
You are everything that I have ever wished for in a partner.
And I want to get next to you, baby, yea
I am yearning to be close to you and start a relationship.
I want to make you mine for all the time
My wish is to make you my partner forever.
I promise I'll never make you blue
I vow to always treat you with respect and love so that you never feel sad or disappointed.
So when love begins between me and you
Once we start our relationship and fall in love,
Girl, I'm in love
I will be completely smitten with you and devoted to our relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NORMAN JESSE WHITFIELD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rattler8041
My wife of 17 years and I relaxed on our back patio listening to this , just reminiscing. That was in late January 2022. 2 weeks later, she passed away from a rare form of Multiple Sclerosis. It was the last song we listened to together. I miss you baby. Thank you for those beautiful years.
@briandunmore6030
LORD JESUS in your mighty NAME walk with him and give him your peace...!
@rattler8041
@Brian Dunmore Thank you very much, I feel your prayers
@greglewis406
Brother she's with you ALWAYS💙💛
@BlueRay963
My condolences my Prayers to you my friend.. i lost beloved Sept 18th 2021 after 37 years.. we listened to this song so many times, it has alot Soul.. just like we do.. and you as well.. Stay strong my friend,, i Certainly feel your pain..🙏God Speed❤🔥
@BlueRay963
Many Blessings... as well..
@shannonlee986
I get a little teary eyed when I hear this. 14 years ago, I would rock my baby girl to sleep to this. It would end up in a slow dance every time. It soothed her and she'd fall asleep. Now, she's almost in high school. I miss those days. Love you, Emmie ❤️
Love,
Mom
@shawnawoods8989
You got me in tears PRICELESS!!! I miss those days mine are all grown now I'm a granny now☺️ I really miss those days😣
@jarredgorham5152
Love doesn't age ladies! Remember that
@ericpearson9374
Hahaha, they'll always be those little babies of ours! They think they're grown, but we see right through it lol