You're the One That I Want
The Hit Crew Lyrics
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They're multiplyin'
And I'm losin' control
'Cause the power
you're suplyin'
it's electrifyin'!
You better shape up
and my heart is set on you
You better shape up
you better understand
to my heart I must be true
Nothin' left, nothin' left for me to do
You're the one that I want
(you are the one I want), oh, oh, ooh, honey
The one that I want
(you are the one i want), oh, oh, ooh, honey
The one that I want
You, oh, oh, ooh
are what I need
Oh, yes indeed
If you're filled
with affection
you're to shy to convey
meditate in my direction
Feel your way
I better shape up,
'Cause you need a man
i need a man
who can keep me satisfied
I better shape up
if I'm gonna prove
oh you better prove
that my faith is justified
Are you sure?
Yes, I'm sure down deep inside
You're the one that I want
You, oh, oh, ooh, honey
The one that I want
You, oh, oh, ooh, honey
The one that I wan
You, ooh, ooh
are what I need
Oh, yes indeed
The first verse of "You're The One That I Want" highlights the physical and emotional reactions the singer is having towards the person they're attracted to. They feel chills running through their body and they're losing control as the other person's presence starts to take over them. The power they're supplying is "electrifying" which suggests the other person has a strong, magnetic pull over the singer. In the second verse, the singer challenges the other person to "shape up" because they need a man in their life, and their heart is set on them. They need to understand that to the singer, being true to their heart is essential.
The chorus repeats the idea that the other person is the one they want, and it’s something they have deep down inside. The singer also acknowledges that if the other person can provide them with the affection they need, then they should make a move towards the singer. The bridge then returns to the fact that the singer wants a man in their life who is going to satisfy them completely. The singer expects the other person to shape up and prove that their faith is justified. In the end, the singer is sure that the other person is the one they want and need.
Line by Line Meaning
I got chills
I am experiencing a sudden sensation of coldness running through me
They're multiplyin'
These chills are intensifying and increasing in number
And I'm losin' control
As a result of these chills and their intensity, I am starting to feel like I am losing control over myself
'Cause the power you're supplyin', it's electrifyin'!
The source of this sensation is the powerful energy you are providing me with, and it feels electric and invigorating
You better shape up, 'cause I need a man and my heart is set on you
I am insisting that you improve yourself to fit my expectations, as I am seeking a man and believe that you are the one who can fulfill my desires
You better shape up, you better understand, to my heart I must be true
I am emphasizing that you need to change for the better and understand that I am dedicated to following my heart's desires
Nothin' left, nothin' left for me to do
There is nothing more I can do, as I have made my intentions clear and am waiting for you to change to meet my standards
You're the one that I want (you are the one I want), oh, oh, ooh, honey, The one that I want (you are the one i want), oh, oh, ooh, honey, The one that I want, You, oh, oh, ooh, are what I need
I am declaring that you, specifically, are the one I desire and the one I need in my life
If you're filled with affection, you're too shy to convey, meditate in my direction, feel your way
If you have feelings for me, but are too hesitant to confess them, focus on me and express them through your actions and emotions
I better shape up, 'cause you need a man, i need a man who can keep me satisfied
I also need to improve myself, as you require a man who can fulfill your needs and keep you content
I better shape up if I'm gonna prove, oh you better prove that my faith is justified
I must also change and prove myself to you, as I am asking you to do the same for me, in order to justify your faith in me
Are you sure? Yes, I'm sure down deep inside
I am doubting whether you truly desire me, but you assure me that you are certain about your feelings
You're the one that I want, You, oh, oh, ooh, honey, The one that I want, You, oh, oh, ooh, honey, The one that I wan, You, ooh, ooh, are what I need, Oh, yes indeed
I repeat that you are the one I want and need in my life, and confirm that this is true without a doubt
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network
Written by: John Farrar
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