I Need You
Tone Stith Lyrics


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Like the birds need the sky
Like the minutes tell the time
I wish I could rewind
'Cause I need you
Like a flame to a fire
You're my burnin' desire
Even though it's been a while
I need you
Don't know what you on, babe
But I hope it's not too late
Already on the way, forgive me
But that body was calling me
Been ringing all-day
So hard to turn it down

Oh baby, I (I), I need you
Took some time to realize
That I need you
I need you
I (I), I need you
Took some time to realize
That I need you
I need you (I need you)

Like a psychedelic drug
Girl, I free your mind
'Memberin your thighs, reminiscing time
Like a alpha dog, girl, I'm taking charge
We be out in Paris, fucking in McLarens, oh
It get real in the field
Gotta know who you playing for
I be sittin' back, watching from the sidelines
Baby, call the play, I'm checkin' in tonight

Don't know what you on, babe
But I hope it's not too late
Already on the way, forgive me
But that body was calling me
Been ringing all-day
So hard to turn it down
Oh baby, I (I), I need you (you, you)

Took some time to realize
That I need you
I need you
I (I), I need you
Took some time to realize
That I need you
I need you (I need you, I need you)




I need you
(I need you)

Overall Meaning

In Tone Stith's song "I Need You," the lyrics convey a strong sense of longing and desire for someone. The comparison made to birds needing the sky and minutes telling the time emphasizes the depth of this need. The singer expresses a desire to go back in time and change things because they realize that they truly need this person in their life. The metaphor of a flame and fire highlights the intense passion and attraction they feel towards the person, even though it has been a while since they were together.


The second verse continues with evocative imagery, comparing the experience of being with the person to a psychedelic drug that frees the mind. It implies that being with them is a liberating and intoxicating experience. The singer asserts their dominance in the relationship, portraying themselves as an alpha figure taking charge. The mention of Paris and McLarens adds an element of luxury and excitement to the narrative.


Overall, the lyrics of "I Need You" express a profound yearning for someone and a realization that they are essential in the singer's life. It conveys both a physical attraction and an emotional connection to this person, emphasizing their importance and the singer's longing to be with them.


Line by Line Meaning

Like the birds need the sky
Just like birds cannot survive without the sky, I cannot live without you.


Like the minutes tell the time
Similar to how minutes are essential for measuring time, you are essential to my life.


I wish I could rewind
I regret some past action or decision and desire to go back in time to change it.


'Cause I need you
This is the reason behind my strong desire for you. I cannot live without you.


Like a flame to a fire
Just like a flame is necessary to sustain a fire, you are necessary for my passion and desire.


You're my burnin' desire
You are the intense longing and yearning that I feel deep within my heart.


Even though it's been a while
Despite the passage of time, my need for you has not diminished.


I need you
I am dependent on you and cannot live without you.


Don't know what you on, babe
I am uncertain about your current actions or state of mind, my love.


But I hope it's not too late
I hope that my actions or timing have not caused irreversible damage or consequences.


Already on the way, forgive me
I am already in the process of coming to you, please forgive me for any mistakes I have made.


But that body was calling me
Although I am committed to you, I was tempted by the allure of someone else's physical presence.


Been ringing all-day
This thought or temptation has been persistently occupying my mind throughout the day.


So hard to turn it down
It has been extremely difficult for me to resist or reject this temptation.


Oh baby, I (I), I need you
My dear, I have a strong longing and dependence on you.


Took some time to realize
It took me a while to fully understand and acknowledge my need for you.


I need you
You are an essential part of my life and being. I cannot exist without you.


Like a psychedelic drug
Similar to how psychedelic drugs alter perception, being with you enhances my senses and experiences.


Girl, I free your mind
I have the ability to liberate and expand your thoughts and consciousness, my love.


'Memberin your thighs, reminiscing time
Remembering the intimate and passionate moments we shared, reminiscing about the past.


Like a alpha dog, girl, I'm taking charge
Similar to an alpha dog leading the pack, I am assuming control and responsibility in our relationship.


We be out in Paris, fucking in McLarens, oh
We will be living a luxurious and exciting life in Paris, enjoying intimate moments together in fancy cars.


It get real in the field
Life becomes serious and challenging in the midst of our circumstances or experiences.


Gotta know who you playing for
You need to understand who you are truly committed to and invested in.


I be sittin' back, watching from the sidelines
I am observing and monitoring the situation or events from a distance without active involvement.


Baby, call the play, I'm checkin' in tonight
My love, take control and make the decisions, I am ready to fully engage and participate tonight.


I need you (you, you)
I have a strong desire and dependency on you, my love.


I need you (I need you, I need you)
I cannot emphasize enough how vital you are to me. I need you completely and urgently.


I need you
You are the missing piece in my life. I require your presence and love to feel complete.




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Antonio Stith, Corey Cooper, Josiah Bassey, Kenneth Paige, Levens Jean

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