Tell Me What You Want Me to Do
Tevin Campbell
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I love you girl You called me up and I came to see you You say you been awake all night It hurts me deep inside when I see you cryin' Whatever's wrong, I'll make it right If you understand how I feel You should know that my love is real Tell me what you want me to do My love is always here for you Tell me what you want me to do My love is always here for you So tell me what you want me to do Tell me girl There were times when I didn't show it Just how much I care for you I'm so sorry Now don't keep sayin' it's too late...to think It over baby After all that we've been through Girl, I'm beggin' you I'm down on my knees Don't walk away baby please don't leave (me) Tell me what you want me to do My love is always here for you Tell me what you want me to do My love is always here for you So tell me what you want me to do Tell me girl Girl I know that we can work it out somehow Isn't that what love is all about I'm gonna see it through this time I won't let you slip away Say you'll stay with me Stay with me girl 'Cause you're the finest girl that I've ever seen Tell me, tell me what you want me to do baby My love is only here for you and only you Tell me what you want me to do My love is always here for you So tell me what you want me to do So tell me what you want me to do
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Written by: NARADA MICHAEL WALDEN, SALLY JO DAKOTA, TEVIN CAMPBELL
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Artist Reputation"Tell Me What You Want Me to Do" is performed by Tevin Campbell, an American singer and songwriter known for his strong and unique voice in the R&B genre. He was a key figure in the music industry during the 90s.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released on November 3, 1991, as part of Campbell's debut studio album, “T.E.V.I.N.”
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Chart Performance"Tell Me What You Want Me to Do" has had significant chart success. It peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and it also managed to rank on the R&B and Adult Contemporary Billboard Charts, thus showcasing Campbell's cross-over appeal.
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Song GenereThe song falls under the genre of R&B and pop and showcases the power and range of Campbell's vocals.
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Song ContentLyrically, the song addresses a deep relationship where Campbell urges his beloved to guide him in their relationship, expressing his readiness to do whatever she needs.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Tell Me What You Want Me To Do" features a young Tevin Campbell in performances shots intermixed with scenes of him singing to a girl, fitting the emotional narrative of the song.
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Song WritersThe song was written by a team of distinguished musicians including Quentin "QD3" Jones, Siedah Garrett, and Tevin himself.
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Album SuccessThe album “T.E.V.I.N,” which features "Tell Me What You Want me to Do", was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), indicating its significant sales and popularity.
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Critical AcknowledgmentAlthough not winning an award, the song was highly acknowledged by critics who applauded Campbell's vocal ability and maturity despite his young age when the song was released.
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InfluenceThe song is often credited with contributing to the birth of the contemporary R&B and Pop fusion genre.
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