In 1990 Usher joined an R&B local quintet called the NuBeginnings, which was organized by local music svengali, Darryl Wheeler and then he decided to pursue a career in music. Aside from recording, Usher has ventured into business. He has established his own record label, US Records, and is a part owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers franchise. He has also dabbled in acting, with a recurring role on the teen sitcom Moesha, and roles in the films The Faculty (1998, with Josh Harnett) She's All That (1999, with Freddie Prinze, Jr.) and Texas Rangers (2001, with Ashton Kutcher).
Can U Handle It
Usher Lyrics
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I'm so glad I got you here
I'm so in love with you
And I don't ever wanna lose you
I wanna take this to the next level
I hope you ready
Now that you're here
I think that you should know
You're doing the most, sugar (sugar)
So don't worry 'bout the situation (situation)
I'd never let you go
Can you handle it, if I go there, baby, with you?
I can handle it, I can go there, baby, with you
(Oh, I hear you talking, babe)
Can you handle it, can I go there, baby, with you?
We gon' set it off, we gon' tear it up
Baby, can you handle?
Woo, baby
You say all the time, you only want the best of my love
Now I can see that there's only one way to tear it up, yeah
I'm willing to tell you everything I let stand between us
But what if I tell you too much?
What about you, babe?
Will you tell me all the freaky things you are?
Before I do, need you to know
If we make it through, our love will grow
Ah, ah-oh, imagine how amazing things would be
Can you handle it, can I go there, baby, with you?
We gon' set it off, we gon' tear it up
Baby, can you handle?
I can handle it, I can go there, baby, with you
(Oh, I hear you talking, babe)
We gon' set it out, we gon' work it out
Baby, can you handle?
Woo, ah yeah, baby
I fear sometimes in my mind
That you won't wanna stay with my love
Oh baby, if I can be sure
Inside out that you know exactly the man that comes to see you
I'll go deep as I can
Giving you the rest of my love
But what if I tell you too much?
So much to explore
So much we have yet to discover
I ask myself, "Should I go there?
Should I do it?" (yeah, ooh, ooh, ooh-ooh)
Can I give it to you fully?
Can you handle it?
Can you handle it, if I go there, baby, with you? (can I go there?)
We gon' lay it out, we gon' tear it up
Baby, can you handle?
I can handle it, I can go there, baby, with you
We gon' set it out, we gon' work it out
Baby, can you handle?
The lyrics to Usher's "Can U Handle It?" are a plea to his love interest to take their relationship to the next level. He begins by expressing his love for her and his willingness to do whatever it takes to maintain their relationship. He then urges her to "handle" the intensity of their connection, with lyrics like "Can you handle it, if I go there, baby, with you?" and "We gon' set it off, we gon' tear it up, baby, can you handle?" There is a sense of urgency in his voice as he insists that they explore the depth of their relationship and see what amazing things can come out of it.
The second half of the song sees Usher expressing his fears about opening up too much to his partner and potentially scaring her away. He asks her if she's willing to share her own darkest desires and secrets with him, promising that their love will grow stronger. Ultimately, he urges her to fully embrace the power of their connection and take a chance on their love.
Overall, the lyrics to "Can U Handle It?" paint a vivid picture of two lovers who are ready to take their relationship to the next level but are afraid of what might happen if they do. Usher's impassioned vocals convey the intensity of the emotions at play, making for a powerful and moving piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
What's up, baby?
Usher greets his lover and begins the conversation by addressing them with endearment.
I'm so glad I got you here
Usher expresses his happiness for having his lover with him at the present moment.
And I don't ever wanna lose you
Usher declares his deep love and commitment to his lover, expressing his desire to never lose them.
I wanna take this to the next level
Usher expresses his intentions of taking their relationship to the next level of intimacy.
I hope you ready
Usher checks with his lover if they are ready for the further commitment he desires.
Now that you're here
Usher acknowledges that his lover has arrived and is present with him.
I got something to say, baby (babe)
Usher indicates that he has something important to communicate to his lover.
You're doing the most, sugar (sugar)
Usher compliments his lover by stating that they are going above and beyond expectations.
So don't worry 'bout the situation (situation)
Usher reassures his lover that there is no need to worry about any situation as he would never let them go.
I'd never let you go
Usher emphasizes his loyalty to his lover and commitment to their relationship.
Can you handle it, if I go there, baby, with you?
Usher asks his lover if they are ready for the intimacy and details he is willing to expose in their relationship.
I can handle it, I can go there, baby, with you (Oh, I hear you talking, babe)
Usher reassures his lover that he is willing to bear whatever details they would reveal, as he awaits their response.
We gon' set it off, we gon' tear it up
Baby, can you handle?
Usher affirms that the exposure and progression of their intimacy would be intense and asks if his lover is sure they can handle it.
You say all the time, you only want the best of my love
Usher acknowledges his lover's need for quality love and affection in their relationship.
Now I can see that there's only one way to tear it up, yeah
Usher realizes that the only way to further their intimacy is by exposing deeper truths between them.
I'm willing to tell you everything I let stand between us
Usher expresses his willingness to expose and reconcile any issues that may have been standing between him and his lover.
But what if I tell you too much?
Usher expresses his fear of exposing too much, which may result in scaring his lover away.
Will you tell me all the freaky things you are?
Usher reciprocates his lover's need for deeper intimacy by requesting that they reveal intimate details about themselves.
Before I do, need you to know
If we make it through, our love will grow
Ah, ah-oh, imagine how amazing things would be
Usher reassures his lover that their relationship would grow deeper if they are able to share intimate details and imagines the greatness that would come about from such an experience.
I fear sometimes in my mind
That you won't wanna stay with my love
Usher expresses his fear that his lover may not be willing to continue with their relationship after sharing intimate details.
Oh baby, if I can be sure
Inside out that you know exactly the man that comes to see you
I'll go deep as I can
Giving you the rest of my love
But what if I tell you too much?
Usher expresses his desire to be sure that his lover fully understands him and is willing to accept him for who he truly is, so that he can commit to sharing deeply.
So much to explore
So much we have yet to discover
I ask myself, "Should I go there?
Should I do it?" (yeah, ooh, ooh, ooh-ooh)
Can I give it to you fully?
Can you handle it?
Usher realizes that there is still so much of themselves to explore and discover in their relationship and questions if they should embark on the journey. He asks if his lover is sure they can handle the full experience he is offering.
We gon' lay it out, we gon' tear it up
Baby, can you handle?
I can handle it, I can go there, baby, with you
We gon' set it out, we gon' work it out
Baby, can you handle?
Usher restates his request and reassurance from earlier, asking his lover to confirm once more that they are capable of handling the intensity that would come from exposing deeper truths and growing their intimacy.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: James Gass, Usher Raymond, Robin A Thicke
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@chrisglover6768
I remember listening to this in 2004 with my girl on the phone while I was in the tub. 13yrs later we are still together with 5 wonderful kids!!
@boomybadd
https://youtu.be/W9BjJ8otWiQ
@Resjek
That's what's up
@tpkingward2955
Wow amazing
@metrichrist6725
Chris Glover bruh I’m bouta cry 😂
@monicadumers2934
Chris Glover oh wow that’s awesome amazing 😉
@jchneo26
One of the greatest, if not the greatest RnB album ever made
@blackleague212
I second that… one of the best if not the best r an b album of the 2000s
@JustSheaShea
This song was low-key ahead of it's time. We weren't and still aint ready for this type of musicianship in the bedroom.
@atlegangmolotsi6675
Shea Williams idk about the bedroom cause i’m only 16 lol but i love this song