Zapp is best known for its 1980 funk hit More Bounce to the Ounce (produced by Bootsy Collins). The group recorded five albums as 'Zapp' & Roger recorded five others under his own name.
Roger & Zapp are known for the distinctive synthesized sound produced by recording vocals through a Talk box fed by an electonic synthesizer. Roger's voice can be heard on the Dr. Dre-produced 1996 Tupac Shakur hit "California Love". Roger also appeared on songs by Johnny Gill, Keith Sweat, Eric Benet and H-Town amongst others.
On Sunday, April 25, 1999, Roger Troutman was found shot and critically wounded outside a recording studio in Dayton, Ohio; he died during surgery at a local hospital. Roger's brother Larry was found dead in a car a few blocks away with a single gunshot wound to the head. It is likely that a personal dispute had developed between the two brothers; as far as can be determined, Larry shot Roger, then shot himself.
I Want To Be Your Man
Zapp Lyrics
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I can't live my life without you (oh, baby)
Every time I see you walkin' by, I get a thrill
You don't understand, but in time you will
I must make you understand
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (yes, I do, baby)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
Better not pass me by
'Cause if you do you'll lose a good thing (oh, baby)
'Cause what I've got to say
Is sealed with a kiss and a wedding ring (wedding ring)
My mind is blind, at times I can't see anyone but you
Those other girls don't matter, no, they can't spoil my view
I must make you understand
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (yes, I do, baby)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
Words can never say what I feel
It's too intense oh oh oh
I tried, I tired, I tried, I tried to tell you how I feel
But I get mixed up (So mixed up)
My mind is blind, at times I can't see anyone but you
Those other girls don't matter, no, they can't spoil my view
I must make you understand
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (yes, I do, baby)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (yes, I do)
I want to be your man
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (yes, I do, baby)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
The lyrics to Zapp's song "I Want To Be Your Man" express a man's desire to be with a woman he is infatuated with. He proclaims that he cannot live his life without her and gets a thrill every time he sees her walk by. He acknowledges that the woman does not understand his feelings yet but hopes that in time, she will. The man continues to express his devotion and commitment, stating that he wants to be the woman's man and will not be swayed by other women.
The chorus repeats the desire to be the woman's man and warns her not to pass him by, as she will lose a good thing. He seals his intentions with a kiss and wedding ring, emphasizing his commitment to the relationship. Even though the man gets mixed up when trying to express his feelings, he cannot help but let the woman know how he feels.
Overall, the lyrics of "I Want To Be Your Man" convey a sense of romantic passion and commitment. The man is willing to do whatever it takes to be with the woman he loves, and he wants her to know that his feelings are sincere.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, lady, let me tell you why
I need to express to you the reason why I am so invested in being with you.
I can't live my life without you (oh, baby)
You are so important to me, I feel like I can't go on without you.
Every time I see you walkin' by, I get a thrill
Simply seeing you fills me with excitement and joy.
You don't understand, but in time you will
I know you don't fully comprehend my feelings for you yet, but with time, you will come to know.
I must make you understand
It is my responsibility to ensure that you grasp the depth of my feelings for you.
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I desire to be the person you enter into a romantic relationship with.
Better not pass me by
It would be a mistake to overlook me as a potential partner.
'Cause if you do you'll lose a good thing (oh, baby)
If you disregard me, you will miss out on a wonderful opportunity to be with someone who truly cares about you.
'Cause what I've got to say
The message that I have to convey to you is very important.
Is sealed with a kiss and a wedding ring (wedding ring)
I want to express my love for you in the most meaningful way, by committing to be with you for life.
My mind is blind, at times I can't see anyone but you
You are always on my mind, and I struggle to focus on anyone else.
Those other girls don't matter, no, they can't spoil my view
Other women are not important or relevant to me, as I am only concerned with being with you.
Words can never say what I feel
My emotions for you are so intense, there are no words to fully express them.
It's too intense oh oh oh
My feelings for you are so strong, they are almost overwhelming.
I tried, I tired, I tried, I tried to tell you how I feel
I have made numerous attempts to articulate how much I care for you.
But I get mixed up (So mixed up)
Unfortunately, my attempts to express my feelings sometimes create confusion or uncertainty.
I want to be your man (yes, I do)
I am completely sincere in my desire to be with you.
I want to be your man
It is my heartfelt wish to be the man you choose to be with.
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I am not giving up on my desire to be with you and am repeating my sincere wish to be your partner.
I want to be your man (yes, I do, baby)
I cannot stress enough how much I want to be with you, my dear.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Roger Troutman, Larry Troutman
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