I Want to Be Your Man

Roger Troutman

About I Want to Be Your Man

"I Want to Be Your Man" is a song by American funk singer-songwriter Roger Troutman, from his third studio album Unlimited!. It was released as the lead single from the album in 1987 by Reprise Records. The song was co-written by Roger's brother, Larry Troutman, and produced by Roger, who conceived of the song as a statement on romantic commitment. "I Want to Be Your Man" features Roger singing in both his natural tenor and his trademark talk box. The song topped the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart and peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100. Internationally, the song reached number nine in the Netherlands, number 15 in Germany, number 18 in New Zealand, and number 27 in Canada. It has featured in films such as 2000's Love & Basketball and has been sampled by numerous R&B and hip hop artists. The 2002 single "Down 4 U" by Irv Gotti featuring Ja Rule, Ashanti, Vita, and Charli Baltimore contains interpolations of the song. "I Want to Be Your Man" was covered by Charlie Wilson and Fantasia in 2010. 


Year:
2003
4:09
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Hey, lady, let me tell you why
I can't live my life without you (Oh, baby)
Every time I see you walkin' by, I get a thrill
You don't understand, but in time you will
I must make you understand

I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (Yes, I do, baby)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)

Better not pass me by
'Cause if you do you'll lose a good thing (Oh, baby)
'Cause what I've got to say
Is sealed with a kiss and a wedding ring (Wedding ring)

My mind is blind, at times I can't see anyone but you
Those other girls don't matter, no, they can't spoil my view
I must make you understand

I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (Yes, I do, baby)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)

Words can never say what I feel
It's too intense
I tried, I tired, I tried, I tried to tell you how I feel
But I get mixed up (So mixed up)

My mind is blind, at times I can't see anyone but you
Those other girls don't matter, no, they can't spoil my view
I must make you understand

I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (Yes, I do, baby)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)

I want to be your man (I want to be your man)
I want to be your man (Yes, I do)
I want to be your man
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)

I want to be your man (Yes, I do, baby)
I want to be your man (I want to be your man)

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Roger Troutman

Roger Troutman (November 29, 1951 – April 25, 1999) was an American singer, songwriter, producer and the lead vocalist of the band Zapp who helped spearhead the funk movement and heavily influenced west coast hip hop due to the scene's heavy sampling of his music over the years. Troutman was well known for his use of the talk box, a device that is connected to an instrument (frequently a keyboard) to create different vocal effects. Roger used a custom-made talkbox—the Electro Harmonix "Golden Throat," as well as a Yamaha DX100 FM synthesizer. As both lead singer of Zapp and in his subsequent solo releases, he scored a bevy of funk and R&B hits throughout the 1980s. In his later years, he was mostly known for singing the chorus to the hip-hop classic by Tu… more »

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Written by: Roger Troutman, Larry Troutman

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10 facts about this song

Artist Origin
"I Want to Be Your Man" is a song by American artist Roger Troutman, from the album Unlimited! (1987). He is also known as "Roger", which was his solo moniker.
Chart Performance
The song was a big success in the United States, leading the Billboard R&B chart and peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Song Technique
Roger Troutman is widely recognized for his use of the talk box, a device frequently used in his songs to modify sounds. This effect is prominently highlighted in "I Want to Be Your Man."
Musical Influence
Troutman's music, including "I Want to Be Your Man," has been sampled by numerous hip-hop artists. Rapper 2Pac featured a sample from the song in his hit "California Love."
Song Writers
Both Roger Troutman and his brother, Larry Troutman, are credited as the writers of "I Want to Be Your Man."
Genre Classification
The song is typically classified under the soul, funk, and R&B genres. Roger Troutman was famous for his contributions to the development of funk music.
Song Legacy
"I Want to Be Your Man" has been covered or sampled by numerous artists in various genres, highlighting its lasting influence on the music industry.
Distinctive Attribute
The song is distinctly recognized for its romantic lyrics and memorably funky sound, which were hallmarks of Roger Troutman's signature style.
Accessibility
The song can be accessed across various music platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and Deezer, thus showcasing its enduring popularity.
Album Success
This song played a significant role in making the album "Unlimited!" a hit, which ultimately helped in escalating Troutman's solo career.

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