I can't imagine life
Without you, baby, by my side
This is love that I'm feeling
And I'm hoping that you're feeling the same way
And many things tend to slip my mind
Like how you like to wine and dine me, babe
(I know romance is important)
Ooh-ooh, according to the way that we feel
Have I told you I love you? (Lately)
Have I told you that you mean the world to me? (Lately)
Have I told you I love you?
I'll be your wishing well, tell me what you want
Babe
Don't you think twice about my love
I say these things because, because I love you babe
(And it's so hard to explain)
I'm hoping you feel the same
You know all that I feel inside
Verbally I, I tend to hide, babe, babe (sometimes I tend to forget)
Oh, how much your love really means to me
Have I told you I love you, baby-bay?
Ooh-ooh, baby, what you mean to me
I'll be (your wishing well), just tell me what you want
You try your hardest to deal, my babe
But I forgot about to, I just forgot how you feel
Things slip my mind, oh, and that's a fact
Tell me that you love me and watch me tell you right back
Oh, oh, would you listen if I told you? My mind
Won't you, why don't you listen?
Listen to me and my heart, my love
Say you love me babe, love me babe, need me?
Well, babe, why won't you let me tell you?
Or tell me, what do you want?
My, my, my, my love
About This Song
"Lately" is a tender R&B ballad where Anita Baker reflects on the importance of expressing love and appreciation in a long-term relationship. The song explores themes of gratitude, romantic devotion, and the vulnerability that comes with questioning whether you've adequately communicated your feelings to someone who means everything to you. Baker's signature warm, jazz-influenced vocal style transforms what could be a simple love song into an intimate confession, with her rich, smoky delivery conveying both uncertainty and deep affection. The track exemplifies Baker's ability to blend sophisticated R&B with emotional authenticity, creating a mature meditation on love that resonates with listeners who understand that relationships require constant nurturing and verbal affirmation. It stands as a beautiful example of how soul music can capture the quiet, everyday moments that define lasting love.
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