Round & Round
T.O.N.E. Lyrics
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Infinity to infinity plus two days
I prays for my sanity to remain sane
All in vain and I don't even know your name
Supreme you reign, sire, your fine-ness
Desire burn like fire I admire
How you take me higher with them triceps
Cuts got me nuts, trippin' off them biceps
The brothas crave, I praise God you was made
Bring the drama to mama, let it rain
Show you right, take it in stride as we ride Lovers Lane
You left a stain on my brain, love
Yeah, the kind of brotha other girls can only dream of
Did ya lead the pack? Needle in a haystack
Diamond in the rough, yeah can't get enough
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round and round
Me and my peeps be clockin' the block for your jeep
Keep checkin' for ya, we can't sleep runnin' the streets
You freakin' me, keepin' me up unverified in the marriage
Here come Salty with the baby carriage
So tell me, what does it take for you to recognize
Fate's sendin' you my way? I'm destiny's highway
The kissin' got me dissin', them other heads has barely got a clue
And you know how we do, yeah
You give me a run for my money and break a sweat
Playin' hard-to-get, give up the paycheck
I'm comin' for you, I'm comin' through
With the force of ten men, I wanna be no friend
As I perceive a need to please ya
I wanna squeeze ya and wanna tease ya
Ease ya mind on wine and relaxed
Turn your hat to the back "cause I'm here, oh yeah
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round and round
What's goin' on? I'm buggin' all of a sudden
Thought I was into, losin' my grip
'Bout to flip, nah, they can't see me slip
They had me quick up in a tabloid clip like this
Big time headlines, Pep losin' her mind
Straight up, no diggity, use a dime
Got my life all changed, rearranged like I'm deranged
Baby, baby, you make me crazy
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
Inside out, round and round
Upside down, boy, you turn me
The lyrics of T.O.N.E.'s song "Round & Round" depict a deep infatuation and admiration for someone. The singer expresses their love and attraction, counting the ways they love this person and proclaiming their desire to remain sane amidst their overwhelming emotions. The person they are enamored with is described as supreme, fine, and capable of taking them higher. The lyrics also suggest that this love interest stands out from others, being a needle in a haystack and a diamond in the rough.
The chorus, "Upside down, boy, you turn me, Inside out, round and round," serves as a metaphor for the intense effect this person has on the singer. They feel turned upside down in the presence of their love interest, as if their whole world has been flipped. The repeated phrase emphasizes the cyclical nature of their emotions, going round and round in their infatuation.
The second verse introduces an element of yearning and persistence. The singer and their friends are constantly searching for the love interest, unable to sleep while running the streets in pursuit. It is suggested that fate has brought them together, and the singer feels destined to be with this person. They are willing to put in the effort, comparing their determination to the force of ten men.
The bridge of the song portrays a sudden shift in perspective and mental state. The singer realizes they have become consumed by their infatuation, feeling like they are losing their grip and on the verge of flipping out. The tabloid headlines and the change the love interest has brought into their life contribute to this sense of chaos. Despite this, the singer remains captivated by the person who makes them crazy.
Overall, "Round & Round" is a song that explores the intense feelings of infatuation, admiration, and desire one can experience when falling head over heels for someone. It portrays the ups and downs, the obsessiveness, and the determination that often come with deep infatuation.
Line by Line Meaning
How do I love thee? Let me count the ways
Expressing the depth and multitude of love
Infinity to infinity plus two days
Love knows no bounds or time constraints
I prays for my sanity to remain sane
Hoping to maintain emotional stability in the face of love
All in vain and I don't even know your name
Despite not knowing each other's names, the love is strong
Supreme you reign, sire, your fine-ness
Acknowledging the partner's excellence and attractiveness
Desire burn like fire I admire
Expressing admiration for the intense desire felt
How you take me higher with them triceps
Feeling elevated by the partner's physical strength
Cuts got me nuts, trippin' off them biceps
Feeling infatuated and captivated by the partner's muscular physique
So what's the 411, hon? You got the fade
Asking for information and confirming the partner's fashionable hairstyle
The brothas crave, I praise God you was made
Acknowledging the partner's desirability and attributing it to divine creation
Bring the drama to mama, let it rain
Willingness to face challenges with the partner and embrace difficulties
Show you right, take it in stride as we ride Lovers Lane
Approaching the journey of love with confidence and enjoyment
You left a stain on my brain, love
Leaving a lasting impression and memory of love
Yeah, the kind of brotha other girls can only dream of
Referring to the partner as someone exceptional and desirable
Did ya lead the pack? Needle in a haystack
Highlighting the partner's exceptional qualities that make them stand out
Diamond in the rough, yeah can't get enough
Emphasizing the partner's hidden qualities that make them precious and irresistible
Upside down, boy, you turn me
The partner's influence creates a transformative effect
Inside out, round and round
Feeling emotionally and mentally affected by the relationship
Me and my peeps be clockin' the block for your jeep
Searching and observing for the partner's presence in the neighborhood
Keep checkin' for ya, we can't sleep runnin' the streets
Constantly looking for the partner and being unable to rest until found
You freakin' me, keepin' me up unverified in the marriage
Feeling overwhelmed by the intensity of emotions and uncertainty about commitment
Here come Salty with the baby carriage
Referring to a friend with a humorous phrase about having children
So tell me, what does it take for you to recognize
Asking the partner what they need to realize the connection between them
Fate's sendin' you my way? I'm destiny's highway
Believing that fate and destiny have brought them together
The kissin' got me dissin', them other heads has barely got a clue
Expressing dissatisfaction with the lack of understanding and chemistry with others
And you know how we do, yeah
Acknowledging their unique way of being together
You give me a run for my money and break a sweat
The partner challenges and excites them, making them work hard to keep up
Playin' hard-to-get, give up the paycheck
Appreciating the partner's pursuit and willingness to prioritize love over material possessions
I'm comin' for you, I'm comin' through
Expressing determination and commitment to the relationship
With the force of ten men, I wanna be no friend
Desiring to be more than just friends and showing strong affection
As I perceive a need to please ya
Recognizing the importance of satisfying and pleasing the partner
I wanna squeeze ya and wanna tease ya
Desiring physical closeness and playful interactions
Ease ya mind on wine and relaxed
Offering comfort and relaxation through shared moments and wine
Turn your hat to the back 'cause I'm here, oh yeah
Claiming presence and readiness to support and be there for the partner
What's goin' on? I'm buggin' all of a sudden
Expressing confusion and surprise at the sudden change in emotions
Thought I was into, losin' my grip
Realizing that they were previously in control but now feeling overwhelmed
'Bout to flip, nah, they can't see me slip
Refusing to let others notice their vulnerability or loss of control
They had me quick up in a tabloid clip like this
Feeling exposed and susceptible to gossip and rumors
Big time headlines, Pep losin' her mind
Exaggerating the impact of emotional turmoil on the character's reputation
Straight up, no diggity, use a dime
Being straightforward and assertive, refusing to settle for less
Got my life all changed, rearranged like I'm deranged
Feeling like their life has been drastically transformed and disordered
Baby, baby, you make me crazy
The partner's effect is intense, invoking strong and overwhelming emotions
Lyrics © SPIRIT MUSIC ALPHA, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Nile Rodgers, Bernard Edwards, Cheryl James, Sandra Denton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jo Decaesteker
Always fun to see someone genuinely enjoying playing guitar! 🎸
Jo Decaesteker
Well, that is exactly what music is about: it gives great emotions... not every one is going to agree, but I think God has done a wonderful job inventing it...
Ben Vesco
Jo Decaesteker, amen!
bibel gaming
I really appreciate your enthusiasm and your presets too. I purchased some pack. The best ones i ever heard 👌👌👌👍
Ben Vesco
@bible gaming, thanks so much for your support and encouragement. Rock on, brutha!
Shareef Steele
It's so nice to see someone having fun playing instead of being all morose. Cheers to you mate!
Nothing to see here.
Stumbled on to a queen sounding twin pitch Harmony while trying to fix the stock preset troopah, while playing the high part of the harmony, changed the one active Harmony that was set UP to a standard Minor third, to DOWN to the 6 note, thus fixing the harmony position when playing the high part.
Then added in the lower 4th for the second twin pitch Harmony and you have instant Queen harmonies! Only had my pod go for a couple of months but you guys can pay me later on down the road😎
SJS Photography
awesome sounding patch and incredible playing Ben. Great energy as always. But everytime you make these vids I freak out worrying you are going to hit the head of your guitar right into the speaker of your uncovered studio monitor there. How many times has that happened or almost happened? you need more space between you and the speakers! :) Keep up the great work.
Ben Vesco
Stephen Soukup, haha, awesome! I’m probably two feet in front of the speaker so it’s not as precarious as it looks. The speaker is about level with the guitar racks so it might give a better idea how far forward I am.
SJS Photography
@Ben Vesco yeah I was wondering maybe an illusion how close you actually were depending on camera lens compression :) just wanted to let you know I was looking out for you (mainly the speaker) hahah