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).
Traffic
Usher Lyrics
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Usher (usher usher)
Yeaah man
We are heavy on the clutch on this one
We are gonna burn it up.
Get on the dancefloor
[Verse 1:]
But nun of them giving shows, and we like ice cause I don't like them other guys.
So I know what to say it's time to make my way over to here.
[Pre Chorus:]
You know I gotta get at ya baby
Let no body to snatch at ya baby
Can nun other of these chicks match ya baby.
I got you baby, I got you baby
Making my way to traffic baby
We can break out and make a little magic
Baby, if you mess it it might be tragic baby get at me baaby.
[Chorus:]
You're the one I want (I want)
You're the one I need (I need)
Other chicks out here don't do it for me
Everybody out my way I'm on a mission try to meet miss lady I'm tryna to make her my baby tryna make you my baby
Girl I just wanna make you my baby
Oh I gotta get trough traffic
Ah I gotta get trough traffic
Ah I gotta get trough traffic
Snatch that lady standing over there
Snatch that lady standing over there
Yo snatch that lady standing over there
I gotta get trough traffic
Snatch that lady standing over there.
[Verse 2:]
I made a move waiting nobody looking at you so much for playing it cool I ain't got nothing to lose (noo)
Gotta hurry before I'm outta time.
And I'm gonna keep on coming at you for speed babygirl is that a crime.
[Pre Chorus:]
You know I gotta get at ya baby
Let no body to snatch at ya baby
Can nun other of these chicks match ya baby.
I got you baby, I got you baby
Making my way to traffic baby
We can break out and make a little magic
Baby, if you mess it it might be tragic baby get at me baaby.
[Chorus:]
You're the one I want (I want)
You're the one I need (I need)
Other chicks out here don't do it for me
They don't do it for me eeahh
Everybody out my way I'm on a mission try to meet miss lady I'm tryna to make her my baby tryna make you my baby
Girl I just wanna make you my baby
Oh I gotta get trough traffic
Ah I gotta get trough traffic
Ah I gotta get trough traffic
Snatch that lady standing over there
Snatch that lady standing over there
Yo snatch that lady standing over there
Yo a I gotta get trough traffic
Snatch that lady standing over there.
[Bridge:]
And now I don't know your name
You got to get with this game
Cause I can read the signs that make our way to the exit side I'm in the car that is ride outside and...
I got room just for to all I'm thinking is you let you see the time and what is on my mind it should be automatic roll with me is like the way trough traffic
[Chorus:]
Oohh
You're the one I want (I want)
You're the one I need (I need)
Other chicks out here don't do it for me
They don't do it for me eeahh
Everybody out my way I'm on a mission try to meet miss lady I'm tryna to make her my baby tryna make you my baby
Girl I just wanna make you my baby
Oh I gotta get trough traffic
Ah I gotta get trough traffic
Ah I gotta get trough traffic
Snatch that lady standing over there
Snatch that lady standing over there
Yo snatch that lady standing over there
Yo a I gotta get trough traffic
Snatch that lady standing over there.
They Don't Ohhh...
You're the one I want (I want)
You're the one I need (I need)
Other chicks out here don't do it for me
They don't do it for me eeahh
Everybody out my way I'm on a mission try to meet miss lady I'm tryna to make her my baby tryna make you my baby
Girl I just wanna make you my baby
Oh I gotta get trough traffic
Ah I gotta get trough traffic
Ah I gotta get trough traffic
Snatch that lady standing over there
Snatch that lady standing over there
Yo snatch that lady standing over there
Yo a I gotta get trough traffic
Snatch that lady standing over there.
In "Traffic," Usher tells the story of a man who spots a woman across the room and becomes determined to get to her through the crowded bar. Despite the competition from other women and the hustle and bustle of the bar, the man is fixated on the woman he sees and will do whatever it takes to pursue her. Throughout the song, Usher sings about wanting to make this woman his "baby" and the lengths he's willing to go to get to her, even if it means traversing through a crowded bar.
The song is about the persistence and determination required in the pursuit of a specific person, even when there are obstacles in the way. Usher's lyrics reveal the way that this determination can shape our actions and desires, driving us even in the midst of a noisy and intense environment. The underlying message of the song is that sometimes you have to push through the chaos to get what you desire most.
Line by Line Meaning
The story goes I'm at the bar she's on out on the floor girls are coming they go.
Usher is at the bar and notices a woman dancing on the floor with other girls coming and going.
But nun of them giving shows, and we like ice cause I don't like them other guys.
None of the other women catch his attention, except for the woman dancing on the floor. Usher refers to himself and his friends as 'ice' because they are more attractive than the other guys.
So I know what to say it's time to make my way over to here.
Usher decides to approach the woman he's interested in and prepares to make his move.
You know I gotta get at ya baby, Let no body to snatch at ya baby, Can nun other of these chicks match ya baby, I got you baby, I got you baby, Making my way to traffic baby, We can break out and make a little magic, Baby, if you mess it it might be tragic baby get at me baaby.
Usher wants to get the woman's attention and let her know that nobody else can compare to her. He wants to make a connection with her and take her away somewhere special. He warns her that if she doesn't choose him, it could be a mistake.
You're the one I want (I want), You're the one I need (I need), Other chicks out here don't do it for me, Everybody out my way I'm on a mission try to meet miss lady I'm tryna to make her my baby tryna make you my baby, Girl I just wanna make you my baby, Oh I gotta get trough traffic.
Usher is focused on the woman he's interested in and sees her as the only one for him. He's determined to get to her and make her his. He's willing to cut through any obstacles, including other people in his way, to get to her.
Snatch that lady standing over there, Yo snatch that lady standing over there, I gotta get trough traffic, Snatch that lady standing over there.
Usher wants his friends to help him get the woman's attention and asks them to 'snatch' her for him. He's still focused on getting to her despite the traffic that's in his way.
And now I don't know your name, You got to get with this game, Cause I can read the signs that make our way to the exit side I'm in the car that is ride outside and... I got room just for to all I'm thinking is you let you see the time and what is on my mind it should be automatic roll with me is like the way trough traffic
Usher doesn't know the woman's name yet, but he wants her to understand that he's serious about wanting to be with her. He can tell that they have a connection and he's ready to leave with her. He offers to take her with him and promises to make it worth her while.
Contributed by Isabella B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
7thStreet Luxury
Love it..
Janice Spyby
Luv this music♥️
Panda Musonda
Dope 🔥🔥song lot of memories
Chocolate Thunder
This is already on one of Usher's albums. It released awhile ago. That being said, this song is still catchy as hell
Freeman
Wrong
Ray Omar
Well Done 👏👏👏
Adrien Mario Junior
I am haïtian but I love Usher so much,he is my favorite singer,I sing all Usher song when I am performing.I learn from this legend
JesusForgivesSins
Adrien Mario Junior - ♥️👍🏽
Diva Cookn
Beautiful Meaningful song
Marlene Viana
Affff
Fala sério
Esse cara é usher
😜😜😜😜😜
Adoroooooooooo