I Will
usher Lyrics


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I'll pay a penny for your thoughts
A nickel for your kiss, I will (you know that I will)
I'll pay a penny for your thoughts (yes, I will, baby)
A nickel for your kiss, I will (you know that I will)
Alright, come on

Listen, honey baby
There's something that I gotta make clear
You may have had other lovers in your life
That can't compare to what's going down here
I promise I'll be gentle
I'm gonna give you all that I've got
Don't say no, let your body go
I'll do my thing nice and slow if you tell me your thoughts

I'll pay a penny for your thoughts (a penny)
A nickel for your kiss (a nickel for your kiss) I will
I will, yes, I will
I'll pay a penny for your thoughts (a penny)
A nickel for your kiss, I will (a nickel for your kiss)
Oh yeah, baby

Listen, baby
Girl, I wanna work your body
Like your body was a 9 to 5
And just when you think I'm getting tired, baby
I'll be putting in overtime
I only wanna please you, to tease you is not my style
Just let me know when you're ready for love
Girl, you've gotta make up your mind

I'll pay a penny for your thoughts (oh yeah)
A nickel for your kiss, I will (you know I will)
I will, I will, I'll do anything for you
I'll pay a penny for your thoughts (ohh, yeah)
A nickel for your kiss, I will (I)

I will pay anything to know what's on your mind (anything, anything, baby)
Whatever you want from me, pretty baby
I will pay anything to know what's on your mind
Yes, I will, alright

I would pay any time
You know I'll pay any time
Tell me what's on your mind
Please tell me, baby
I would pay anytime
Tell me what's on your mind
Tell me, baby, baby, yeah, yeah

Whatever you want, girl
Whatever you need, lady
I'll be right there for you baby, yes, I will




I'll pay a penny for thoughts
A nickel for your kiss, I will

Overall Meaning

In the song "I Will" by Usher, the singer is trying to convince his love interest to let him into her mind and body. He offers to pay a penny for her thoughts and a nickel for her kiss, showing how much he values her and is willing to put in the effort to win her over. He also promises to be gentle and take his time with her, making it clear that he only wants to please and not just tease her.


Usher goes on to make it clear that he wants to work her body like a 9 to 5 job, making sure she is completely satisfied. He repeatedly tells her that he'll do anything for her, and that she needs to make up her mind about how she feels about him. The song overall is a sensual plea for love and affection, with Usher trying to convince his love interest to take a chance on him.


Line by Line Meaning

I'll pay a penny for your thoughts
I am willing to listen to your innermost thoughts and concerns, regardless of how insignificant they may seem, and offer you the value of a penny in return.


A nickel for your kiss, I will (you know that I will)
I would be happy to express my love and affection for you by exchanging a valued nickel for a simple kiss, and I’m certainly not afraid to show it.


Listen, honey baby
I would like your undivided attention, my dear.


There's something that I gotta make clear
I need to emphasize a message that's very important to me.


You may have had other lovers in your life
I understand that you may have had other romantic relationships in the past.


That can't compare to what's going down here
But I'm confident that my love and devotion to you is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before.


I promise I'll be gentle
I assure you that I will be kind, patient, and tender with you.


I'm gonna give you all that I've got
I will give you my all, leaving nothing behind, in order to make you happy and fulfilled.


Don't say no, let your body go
I am encouraging you to let go of any doubt, insecurity, or anxiety, and allow yourself the freedom to fully embrace our love together.


I'll do my thing nice and slow if you tell me your thoughts
I will take things slow and steady with you, only moving forward in our relationship as you express your feelings and thoughts to me.


Oh yeah, baby
I’m feeling good about the intimate connection we are making.


Girl, I wanna work your body
I desire to impress you with my loving actions and show you the depth of my passion for you.


And just when you think I'm getting tired, baby
At no point will my love for you ever wane or lessen.


I'll be putting in overtime
I am willing to go above and beyond to make sure that your needs are met and your desires fulfilled.


I only wanna please you, to tease you is not my style
My ultimate goal is to make you happy and bring you joy, rather than play games or manipulate you for my own amusement.


Just let me know when you're ready for love
I am ready and eager to continue our journey towards a committed, loving relationship, but only when you are also ready.


I will pay anything to know what's on your mind
I am so invested in our relationship that I am willing to offer you anything, including money, for the privilege of knowing your inner most thoughts and feelings.


Whatever you want from me, pretty baby
I am willing to accommodate and meet your every need and desire, my beautiful partner.


I would pay any time
My love for you is priceless, I am willing to make any sacrifice for you.


Tell me what's on your mind
Please trust me enough to confide in me and share with me your deepest thoughts.


Whatever you want, girl
I am committed to doing anything to make our relationship work and to meet your needs and desires.


Whatever you need, lady
I am always here to support you and provide for you, whatever it is that you may require.


I'll be right there for you baby, yes, I will
I will always be there for you, no matter what, no exceptions.


I'll pay a penny for thoughts
I am willing to compensate you even the smallest amount to hear your thoughts.


A nickel for your kiss, I will
I guarantee I will give you whatever you want and I am happy to exchange a lavish amount for a single kiss.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chauncey Hannibal, Edward Theodore Riley, Eric Williams, Kenny Nolan, Sherri Marisa Blair

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Comments from YouTube:

@trevantesturrup

Usher killed this I finally got my woman back she was on drugs I never gave up on her when we was in high school she use to love this song. I played this at her window and her father would chase me down the street and he was fast lol. I went to the drug rehabilitation center and I sang this song and she came out and she hugged me and we both cried together that was the best day of my life. And now she's off weed and we're living together with a baby on the way thanks usher

@returntosender.4374

Lol 💜✨#Beautiful 💪🏾 Love always wins, we need more ppl like you in this world.

@jasonmccullah9380

Are you serious!!!? Weed??!!!! There are people out there that’s sucked dick for a hit of crack and you’re in here talking about weed…..I thought you were going to say she was on Heroin or meth. SMH

@peterkanayo4374

Man Usher u really represent Real R&B Singers, You're definitely in a League of your own. On your worst day I hope u come across these comments and know how deeply your fans care for you. Great Music transcends from heart to heart and you sir have made timeless music. Aug/30/19....still listening

@youtuber3328

pls read my comment

@evelynbekibele7889

♥️

@jennaknight714

This joint right here is one of my all-time faves from this R&B crooner. Sensuality at its finest. It just touches you in all the right places...the mind, the heart, & a few that shall remain nameless. lol Love it!

@DynamicallyDC

Usher and Teddy Riley created a hit!! 🎤🙌🏽

@deyontahopkinsofficial9040

Demetria Calvin Doogie Williams actually produces this song. Teddy Just help write the song.

@toupsbo5406

@@deyontahopkinsofficial9040 Teddy & Sprague Williams actually both made the beat, and they contributed to the lyrics with help of Eric Williams and Chauncey Hannibal (both from Blackstreet)You can actually recognize Eric Williams style on the verses. Teddy’s name only appeared as writer because of label’s politics. Sprague talks about it in an interview.

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