Can't Help But Wait

Trey Songz

About Can't Help But Wait

"Can't Help but Wait" is the second single from the Trey Songz album Trey Day. The song is written by Johntá Austin, Mikkel S. Eriksen, and Tor Erik Hermansen. On the issue date of October 6, 2007, the single debuted on the US Billboard Hot 100 at number 99. American actor Jackie Long (ATL) appears in the video as the abusive boyfriend. "Can't Help but Wait" peaked within the top 20 of the US Billboard Hot 100, at number 14 on December 22, 2007. The video was filmed in Toronto, Ontario. The song was nominated for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance at the 2009 Grammy Awards. 


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2009
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I can't help but wait
I can't help but wait, check it out 

I see you, you wit him, he ain't right but you don't trip
You stand by, while he lies, then turn right round and forgive
I can't take, to see your face wit those tears running down yo cheeks
But what can I do, I gotta stay true, because deep down I'm still a G

And I don't wanna come between you and your man,
Even tho I know I'll treat you better than he can
Girl I can't help but wait

[Chorus]
Till you get back wit him, it don't change (Can't help but wait)
Till you see that wit me, it ain't the same (Can't help but wait)
Till you, see you, for what you really are (Baby girl you are a star)
And I can't help but wait

It ain't fresh, to just let him call the shots
Your a queen, you should be, getting all that someones got
You should be rocking the latest, and purses, bracelets and watches
You're worth much more than an occasional "I love you", "I'm thinking of you"

And I don't wanna come between you and your man, no
Even tho I know I'll treat you better than he can
Girl I cant help but wait

[Chorus]

Get it together, you can do better
Seeing is believing, and I see what you need so
I'm gonna play my position, let you catch what you been missing
I'm calling out! Girl because I can't help but wait

[Chorus: x2]

Can't help but wait, can't help but wait, can't help but wait, no, no, no

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Trey Songz

Tremaine "Trey" Aldon Neverson (born November 28, 1984), better known by his stage name Trey Songz, is an American singer-songwriter, record producer and actor His debut album, I Gotta Make It, was released in 2005, while his second album, Trey Day, was released in 2007. His third album, Ready, was released in 2009 while his fourth studio album, Passion, Pain & Pleasure, was released on September 14, 2010. His fifth album entitled Chapter V was released on August 21, 2012. more »

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Written by: Johnta Austin, Mikkel Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen

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15 facts about this song

Song Title and Artist
"Can't Help But Wait" is a song performed by American singer Trey Songz.
Release Date
It was released on August 21, 2007.
Producer
The song was produced by Stargate, a production duo.
Album
"Can't Help But Wait" is the second single from Trey Songz's second studio album called "Trey Day".
Songwriter
The song was written by Johnta Austin, Mikkel S. Eriksen, and Tor Erik Hermansen.
Song Genre
It is classified as an R&B song.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming Trey Songz's highest-charting single at the time.
Nominations
"Can't Help But Wait" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance in 2009.
Platinum Certification
The song was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for selling over one million copies.
Music Video
The music video for the song features actress Drew Sidora and was directed by Benny Boom. Also, the video contains a reference to the film "Poetic Justice".
Remix Version
A remix version of the song was released featuring rapper Plies.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics portray Trey Songz expressing his feelings for a woman who is in a troubled relationship, assuring her that he can treat her better.
Musical Style
It is known for its smooth instrumentation, slow tempo and the emotional vocals of Trey Songz.
Inspiration
According to Trey, the song is inspired by the personal experiences he had, observing women in bad relationships and wanting to provide them the care and respect they deserve.
Impact
"Can't Help But Wait" is often credited for helping to establish Trey Songz's career and turning him into a major R&B artist.

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