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).
I Care For U
Usher Lyrics
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I care but is like
You don't hear me
What more could I do?
Girl you can keep that
Trying to make me jealous
I admit that I've been careless
I know why you did that
You're frustrated 'cause I don't react
Maybe you want some feedback
'Cause normally my feelings don't show
But baby I care for you
By now you should know that I care for you
You say my actions never show it
And I wear my heart on my sleeve
But what you get's what you see
The truth is girl underneath
Gotta believe that I care for you
Baby I care for you
I, I, I, I care
I, I, I, I care for you
Everyday I'm tryna prove myself to you
But what's the point
No such thing as satisfying you
Maybe you'll appreciate it later
By the time I'm gone
Better get your act together
Don't wait too long
Don't wanna change what we have
So what do we had
Girl I need you to know
That I care for you
By now you should now that I care for you
You say my actions never show it
And I wear my heart on my sleeve
But what you get's what you see
The truth is girl underneath
Gotta believe that I care for you
Baby I care for you
I, I, I, I care
I, I, I, I, girl care for you, I do
Gotta believe it
Gotta believe it
I care
Gotta believe it (gotta)
Gotta believe it (gotta)
Gotta believe it (baby, baby)
I care, I care, you know I care (ooh)
You should know be better by now
(I care, I care) care
(You know I care) for you
(I really do) Ooh
Girl I care for you
By now you should now that I care for you
You say my actions never show it
Don't wear my heart on my sleeve
Girl what you get's what you see
The truth is girl underneath
Gotta believe that I care for you
Baby I care for you
Now listen, hear me
I care, I care, I care for you
In Usher's song "I Care For U," the singer expresses his frustration with a lack of communication in his relationship. He acknowledges that he hasn't been perfect and may have been careless in the past, but he also feels that his partner doesn't hear him when he tries to convey his love and concern. He recognizes that his partner may be frustrated and trying to make him jealous, and he wants to reassure her that he cares for her, even if he doesn't always show it in the way that she wants.
Usher emphasizes that he cares for his partner, even though his actions may not always demonstrate it. He seems to be trying to make amends and prove himself, but he also acknowledges that there may be no satisfying his partner. He urges her not to wait too long to appreciate him and to get her act together, suggesting that he may not always be around. Despite their disagreements, he doesn't want to change what they have and hopes that his partner believes him when he says that he cares for her.
Overall, "I Care For U" is a song about the complexities of relationships and the importance of communication and understanding. It acknowledges that even when one partner may feel neglected or unheard, there may still be love and caring underneath the surface.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm saying
I am about to express myself.
I care but is like
I care, but it seems like you do not believe me.
You don't hear me
You do not understand my perspective.
What more could I do?
What else can I do to demonstrate my care for you?
Girl you can keep that
Girl, you can keep your actions to yourself.
Trying to make me jealous
You are attempting to make me jealous, but I am not affected.
I admit that I've been careless
I acknowledge that I have not been careful in the past.
But we can't take back what's done
We cannot change the past.
I know why you did that
I understand why you acted in that way.
You're frustrated 'cause I don't react
You are annoyed because I do not respond as expected.
Maybe you want some feedback
Perhaps you desire my opinion on the matter.
'Cause normally my feelings don't show
Because I do not usually express my emotions.
But baby I care for you
Despite all of this, I still care for you.
By now you should know that I care for you
By now, you ought to understand that I care for you.
You say my actions never show it
You claim that my behavior does not indicate my care for you.
And I wear my heart on my sleeve
I am open and honest with my feelings.
But what you get's what you see
You can only judge me by my actions.
The truth is girl underneath
The reality is that I genuinely care for you.
Gotta believe that I care for you
You must have faith that I care for you.
Baby I care for you
I genuinely care for you.
Everyday I'm tryna prove myself to you
Every day, I am trying to demonstrate my loyalty to you.
But what's the point
But what is the benefit of my efforts?
No such thing as satisfying you
There is no way to please you.
Maybe you'll appreciate it later
Perhaps you will appreciate my actions in the future.
By the time I'm gone
When I am no longer here.
Better get your act together
You should improve your behavior.
Don't wait too long
Do not delay.
Don't wanna change what we have
I do not want to alter our relationship.
So what do we had
So what should we do?
Girl I need you to know
I need you to understand.
Now listen, hear me
Now, pay attention to me.
I care, I care, I care for you
I really care for you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Juan Najera, Kevin Cossom, Usher Raymond, Eric A. Bellinger, Marcella Araica, Nathaniel Hills
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