If It's Lovin' That You Want
Rihanna
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
I want to let you know That you don't have to go Don't wonder no more What I think about you If it's loving that you want Then you should make me your girl, your girl If it's loving that you need Baby come and share my world, share my world If it's loving that you want Come and take a walk with me, walk with me 'Cause everything that you need, I got it right here baby, baby Now it's obvious you need a friend to come hold you down Be that one you share your everything when no one's around Baby come tell me your secrets, and tell me all your dreams 'Cause I can see you need someone to trust You can trust in me Di di di di da da dey So just call me whenever you're lonely Di di di di da da dey I'll be your friend, I can be your homie If it's loving that you want Then you should make me your girl, your girl If it's loving that you need Baby come and share my world, share my world If it's loving that you want Come and take a walk with me, walk with me 'Cause everything that you need, I got it right here baby, baby It's been so long I've had this feeling That we could be Everything you've ever wanted baby Your fantasy I won't push too hard or break your heart 'Cause my love's sincere I'm not like any other girl you know So let me erase your fears Di di di di da da dey So just call me whenever you're lonely Di di di di da da dey I'll be your friend, I can be your homie If it's loving that you want Then you should make me your girl, your girl If it's loving that you need Baby come and share my world, share my world If it's loving that you want Come and take a walk with me, walk with me 'Cause everything that you need, I got it right here baby, baby If it's loving that you want Then you should make me your girl, your girl If it's loving that you need Baby come and share my world, share my world If it's loving that you want Come and take a walk with me, walk with me 'Cause everything that you need, I got it right here baby, baby Di di di di da da dey So just call me whenever you're lonely Di di di di da da dey I'll be your friend, I can be your homie If it's loving that you want Then you should make me your girl, your girl If it's loving that you need Baby come and share my world, share my world If it's loving that you want Come and take a walk with me, walk with me 'Cause everything that you need, I got it right here baby, baby I want to let you know That you don't have to go Don't wonder no more What I think about you What I think about you boy I got what you need so come share my world oh
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Written by: Lawrence Krsone Parker, Scott Monroe Sterling, Samuel J. Barnes, Jean Claude Olivier, Alexander Mosely, Makeba R. Riddick
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
7 facts about this song
Release and Production"If It's Lovin' That You Want" is the second single from Rihanna's debut studio album 'Music of the Sun.'
- The song was released on September 13, 2005.
- It was produced by Poke & Tone and Scott Storch.
|
Lyrics and GenreThe song’s lyrics revolve around the theme of flirting and telling a guy that she is the best option for him.
- It is categorized under the genre of reggae-pop.
|
Chart Performance"If It's Lovin' that You Want" peaked at number 9 in the Billboard US Dance Club Songs.
- In the UK Singles Chart, it achieved number 11 position.
|
Music VideoThe music video for this song was directed by Marcus Raboy and was shot in California.
- In the video, Rihanna is seen on a tropical beach, promoting the image of her Barbadian culture.
|
Reception and ReviewsMusic critics have given mixed reviews for "If It's Lovin' That You Want." Some praised it for Rihanna's charming and appealing vocal performance, while others criticized it for sounding too generic.
|
Live PerformancesRihanna incorporated "If It's Lovin' that You Want" into her setlist for her live performances at the 2005 Radio One Big Weekend, and it was part of her 2006–2008 tours.
|
Covers and AdaptationsIt's worth noting that this song has been incorporated and referenced in many popular culture platforms but has not been officially covered by any known artist.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"If It's Lovin' That You Want Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 20 Sep. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/26308845/Rihanna/If+It%27s+Lovin%27+That+You+Want>.
Discuss the If It's Lovin' That You Want Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In