Discover the poetic beauty in ‘Are You That Somebody?’ by Aaliyah. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of Aaliyah or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
Dirty South
Can y’all really feel me (feel this)
East Coast, feel me (feel this)
West Coast, feel me (say what)
Dirty South (here we go)
Can y’all really feel me (baby girl)
East Coast, feel me
West Coast, feel me (can you feel this)
Dirty South (dirty, dirty)
Can y’all really feel me (feel this)
East Coast, feel me (say what)
West Coast, feel me (aha what)
Dirty South (let is dirty, dirty)
Can y’all really feel me
East Coast, feel me
West Coast, feel me
Boy, I’ve been watching you like the hawk in the sky
That fly and you were my prey (my prey)
Boy, I promise you if we keep bumpin’ heads
I know that one of these days (days)
We gon’ hook it up while we talk on the phone
But see, I don’t know if that’s good
I’ve been holdin’ back this secret from you
I probably shouldn’t tell it, but
If I, if I let you know
You can’t tell nobody
I’m talkin’ ’bout nobody
Are you responsible?
Boy I gotta watch my back
‘Cause I’m not just anybody
Is it my go? Is it your go?
Sometimes I’m goody-goody
Right now naughty-naughty
Say yes or say no
‘Cause I really need somebody
Tell me are you that somebody?
Boy, won’t you pick me up at the park right now
Up the block, while everyone’s sleep (sleep, sleep)
I’ll be waiting there with my trench, my locs, my hat
Just so I’m low key
If you tell the world (don’t speak, you know that would be weak)
Oh boy, see I’m trusting you with my heart, my soul
I probably shouldn’t let you but if I
If I, if I let you know
You can’t tell nobody
I’m talkin’ ’bout nobody
I hope you’re responsible
Boy I gotta watch my back
‘Cause I’m not just anybody
Is it my go? Is it your go?
Sometimes I’m goody-goody
Right now naughty-naughty
Say yes or say no
‘Cause I really need somebody
Tell me are you that somebody?
Baby girl, I’m the man from the big VA
Won’t you come play round my way
And listen to what I gotta say
Timbaland, don’t you know I am the man
Rock shows here to Japan
Have people shaking-shaking my hand
Baby girl, better known as Aaliyah
Give me goosebumps and high fevers
Make the playa haters believe us
Don’t you know
Gotta tell somebody, ’cause
‘Cause I really need somebody
Tell me you’re that somebody
If I let this go
You can’t tell nobody
I’m talkin’ ’bout nobody
Are you responsible?
Boy I gotta watch my back
‘Cause I’m not just anybody
Is it my go? Is it your go?
Sometimes I’m goody-goody
Right now naughty-naughty
Say yes or say no
‘Cause I really need somebody
Tell me are you that somebody?
You can’t tell nobody
I’m talkin’ ’bout nobody
I hope you’re responsible
Boy I gotta watch my back
‘Cause I’m not just anybody
Is it my go? Is it your go?
Sometimes I’m goody-goody
Right now naughty-naughty
Say yes or say no
‘Cause I really need somebody
Tell me are you that somebody?
Is it my go, is it your go
Sometimes I’m goody-goody
Right now I’m bout naughty naughty
‘Cause I really need somebody
Tell me are you that somebody
You can’t tell nobody
I’m talkin’ ’bout nobody
Boy I gotta watch my back
‘Cause I’m not just anybody