Live On Love
Spring Lyrics


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Feelin' fresh, walkin' down the block
'Bout to see my boo, it's about 6 o'clock
Love is love, it'd been a long time comin'
9 long years, I know she missed my lovin'
Huggin', kissin' in the scent of the kid
She gonna fall out when she see me at the crib
Ding dong, can I speak to Bamboo?
It's me Penelope, stop actin' a fool
She said, "damn, I thought you was dead
Not a phone call? Not a card in the mail?"
For real a phone call? Stop
You know I had to up and leave
I told you I'll be back, girl, but you ain't believe
She told me 9 was too long, and she got a new man
One who gon' stay and hold it down for the fam
So scram, there's no more love for the kid
So I turned my head down and walked away from the crib

Loved so many times
I've been alone so long
Had to pull myself together
Find my heart a brand new home
Got a good thing goin' on
Can't let you mess with my flow
Too little, too late
Love don't live here no more
(Love is love, Tony's back up on the aisle)
(Gone for 9 years like 9 months to a child)
Cried so many times
(Where's my boo at? I need to see Bamboo)
(I got a lot of things on my mind, to explain to you)
Love don't live here no more
Love don't live here no more

It's like that?
Okay then where you put all my stuff at then?
You know, I thought, you know I swear he's, he been doin' this for too long
I done came home, you got another man, you know what

Oh word, so you over it? That's absurd
I never did a damn thing to deserved it
This is a man's world, I go away come home lookin' for you
Now you fuckin' up the plans, girl
You another man's girl, that ain't kosher
Once you see the kid's face you're supposed to
Drop what you're doin', show your loyalty and love
Step out on the porch with a kiss and a hug
Yo you buggin'

Loved so many times
I've been alone so long
Had to pull myself together
Find my heart a brand new home
Got a good thing goin' on
Can't let you mess with my flow
Too little, too late
Love don't live here no more
(Love is love, Tony's back up on the aisle)
(Gone for 9 years like 9 months to a child)
Cried so many times
(Where's my boo at? I need to see Bamboo)
(I got a lot of things on my mind, to explain to you)




Love don't live here no more
Love don't live here no more

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Spring's song "Live On Love" tell the story of a man named Tony who returns home after being away for nine years. Tony is excited to see his partner, Bamboo, and expresses his love and anticipation by feeling fresh and walking down the block. He mentions that love is love and acknowledges that it has been a long time coming. Tony believes that Bamboo must have missed his love during his absence and imagines a joyful reunion.


However, when Tony arrives at Bamboo's house and calls for her, she initially reacts with surprise and disbelief. She thought Tony was dead and expresses her disappointment that he did not reach out to her in any way during his long absence. Bamboo admits that she has moved on and found a new man who is there for her and her family. This revelation shatters Tony's hopes of rekindling their love, and he sadly walks away from the house, understanding that there is no more love for him there.


The chorus emphasizes Tony's experiences of being alone for a long time and having to rebuild himself emotionally. He highlights that he cannot allow Bamboo to disrupt his newfound stability, which he refers to as his "flow." Tony believes that it is too little and too late for their love to survive, stating that love no longer resides in their relationship. The lyrics also mention a backup singer named Penelope, who seems to sympathize with Tony's situation and supports him on his journey to find a new home for his heart.


In the third verse, Tony confronts Bamboo about her choices, expressing his disbelief and disappointment. He questions why she would throw away their relationship and start a new one while he was away. He asserts his rights as the man, feeling that upon his return, Bamboo should have remained loyal and loving. Tony argues that she should have welcomed him with a kiss and a hug, showing her commitment and dedication.


Overall, the lyrics delve into themes of love, loyalty, and the consequences of long absences in a relationship. Tony's return reveals the heartbreak of finding that love has been lost. It showcases the challenges and complications that can arise when two people drift apart and try to rebuild their connection after a significant amount of time has passed.


Line by Line Meaning

Feelin' fresh, walkin' down the block
I am feeling confident and happy as I stroll through the neighborhood


'Bout to see my boo, it's about 6 o'clock
I am excited to meet my partner, and it's almost time for our scheduled meeting


Love is love, it'd been a long time comin'
Our love has been anticipated and long-awaited


9 long years, I know she missed my lovin'
I recognize that she has yearned for my affection during the 9-year separation


Huggin', kissin' in the scent of the kid
We will embrace and kiss in the presence of our child


She gonna fall out when she see me at the crib
She will be pleasantly surprised and excited upon seeing me at home


Ding dong, can I speak to Bamboo?
I ring the doorbell, eager to talk to my partner named Bamboo


It's me Penelope, stop actin' a fool
I identify myself as Penelope and ask her to stop behaving foolishly


She said, 'damn, I thought you was dead
Her exclamation indicates her surprise and disbelief at my return


Not a phone call? Not a card in the mail?'
She questions my lack of communication, expressing disappointment in not receiving any calls or cards


For real a phone call? Stop
She cannot believe that I didn't make a single phone call to her


You know I had to up and leave
I explain that I had no choice but to abruptly leave


I told you I'll be back, girl, but you ain't believe
Despite my assurance of returning, she did not have faith in my words


She told me 9 was too long, and she got a new man
She informs me that nine years was too lengthy, and she has moved on to another man


One who gon' stay and hold it down for the fam
Her current partner is committed to staying and supporting the family


So scram, there's no more love for the kid
She dismisses me and declares that she no longer loves me


So I turned my head down and walked away from the crib
Feeling heartbroken, I lower my head and leave the house


Loved so many times
I have experienced love on numerous occasions


I've been alone so long
I have been lonely for a significant period


Had to pull myself together
I had to gather my emotions and regain composure


Find my heart a brand new home
I need to discover a new place to direct my love and affection


Got a good thing goin' on
I currently have a positive situation in my life


Can't let you mess with my flow
I cannot allow you to disrupt the course of my life


Too little, too late
Your actions or attempts are insufficient and untimely


Love don't live here no more
Love does not have a place in this current situation


(Love is love, Tony's back up on the aisle)
Love is a universal concept, and now Tony is back in the spotlight


(Gone for 9 years like 9 months to a child)
I was absent for nine years, which would feel like nine months to a child


Cried so many times
I have shed countless tears


(Where's my boo at? I need to see Bamboo)
I express my desire to see my beloved partner named Bamboo


(I got a lot of things on my mind, to explain to you)
There are many thoughts and explanations I need to share with her


Love don't live here no more
Love does not have a place in this current situation


Love don't live here no more
Love does not have a place in this current situation


It's like that?
Is that how it is?


Okay then where you put all my stuff at then?
Alright, where did you place all my belongings?


You know, I thought, you know I swear he's, he been doin' this for too long
I had the belief that he has been unfaithful for an extended period


I done came home, you got another man, you know what
I returned home to find another man in your life, you know


Oh word, so you over it? That's absurd
Oh, so you are already over our relationship? That is ridiculous


I never did a damn thing to deserved it
I did not do anything to deserve this treatment


This is a man's world, I go away come home lookin' for you
In this male-dominated world, I leave and return searching for you


Now you fuckin' up the plans, girl
Your actions are disrupting our plans, girl


You another man's girl, that ain't kosher
You belong to another man now, and that is not acceptable


Once you see the kid's face you're supposed to
Upon seeing our child's face, you should


Drop what you're doin', show your loyalty and love
Stop whatever you are doing and demonstrate your loyalty and affection


Step out on the porch with a kiss and a hug
Come out to the porch and greet me with a kiss and a hug


Yo you buggin'
You are acting irrational and illogical




Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: Dennis Coles, Kandace Springs

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Rogerio Almeida

Show de bola 👏👍💃🕺🥰

Odilo Barboza barboza

Stivie B um mostro do Freestae o rei do funk melody um balanço que o tempo não apaga.

evb2012

Quis escrever músicas que fizessem as pessoas sentirem-se bem. Música que ajuda e cura, porque eu acredito que a música é a voz de Deus. Os melhores anos da minha vida!!!

TheAsceticEnigma

What a great singer and performer ! He grips the audience's attention and takes complete control. Plus the interactive part shows he's loved by everyone present. At this day and age he leaves young generation singers far behind. Stevie B you're simply great.

Luciano Damiao

o coração chega a bater mais forte, que emoção do caraio, só quem curtiu sabe o quanto foi bom.

Francisco Jose de Oliveira

Caro amigo Luciano... Suas palavras são as minhas... essas músicas marcaram minha adolescência. Até hoje ainda danço em festas e bailes aqui em Fortaleza. Muiiitttoo boooommmm!

Thiago Shappolla

Luciano Damiao quem gosta mesmo...Steve b se não tocasse no baile não tinha baile..

Kevin MELNICKI

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Roger Barcellos

Fui em 2 shows dele 2006 2014....o melhor

SirRobbins

sounds bloody good after all these years. What a voice!

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