Now this one's dedicated to all the youths
Who want to say nice things to all them girls
Treat her like diamonds and pearls
Dedicated to all the girls around the world
Now this is Rayvon and Shaggy with a combination you can't miss
Flip this one 'pon the musical disc
Well
Ah, ah, ah, wah, wah, wah
Girl, you're my angel
You're my darling angel
Closer than my peeps you are to me, baby
Shorty, you're my angel
You're my darling angel
Girl, you're my friend
When I'm in need, lady
Life is one big party when you're still young
But who's gonna have your back when it's all done (yeah)
It's all good when you're little, you have pure fun
Can't be a fool, son, what about the long run?
Looking back, shorty always ah mention
Said me not giving her much attention (yeah)
She was there through my incarceration
I wanna show the nation my appreciation
Girl, you're my angel
You're my darling angel
Closer than my peeps you are to me, baby
Shorty, you're my angel
You're my darling angel
Girl, you're my friend
When I'm in need, lady
You're a queen and that's how you should be treated (ah)
Though you never get the lovin' that you needed (yeah)
Could have left, but I called and you heeded
Begged and I pleaded, mission completed
Mama said that I and I dissed the program
Not the type to mess around with her emotion
But the feeling that I have for you is so strong
Been together so long
And this could never be wrong
Girl, you're my angel
You're my darling angel (ah)
Closer than my peeps you are to me, baby (tell her, tell her)
Shorty, you're my angel
You're my darling angel
Girl, you're my friend
When I'm in need, lady (uh, uh)
Girl, in spite of my behavior
Said I'm your savior
(You must be sent from up above)
And you appear to me so tender
Say, girl, I surrender
(Thanks for giving me your love)
Girl, in spite of my behavior
Well, you ah mi savior
(You must be sent from up above)
And you appear to me so tender
Well, girl, I surrender
(Said, thanks for giving me your love)
Now, life is one big party when you're still young
And who's gonna have your back when it's all done?
It's all good when you're little, you have pure fun
Can't be a fool, son, what about the long run? (Yeah)
Looking back, shorty always ah mention
Said, me not giving her much attention
She was there through my incarceration
I wanna show the nation my appreciation
Girl, you're my angel
You're my darling angel
Closer than my peeps you are to me, baby
Shorty, you're my angel
You're my darling angel
Girl, you're my friend
When I'm in need, lady
Girl, you're my angel
You're my darling angel
Closer than my peeps you are to me, baby
Shorty, you're my angel
You're my darling angel
Girl, you're my friend
When I'm in need, lady
About This Song
"Angel" is a deeply romantic reggae-pop ballad that explores the transformative power of unconditional love and loyalty in a relationship. Beneath its smooth, laid-back production lies a profound meditation on finding someone who serves as both lover and best friend-a person who provides emotional stability when life becomes chaotic. Shaggy's lyrics reveal a mature perspective on love, emphasizing how true partnership means having someone who "has your back" through life's inevitable challenges, contrasting the fleeting nature of youthful partying with the enduring value of genuine companionship. The song's musical arrangement blends Shaggy's signature reggae-influenced vocal style with polished pop production, featuring gentle guitar work and a hypnotic rhythm that mirrors the comforting presence he describes. What made "Angel" resonate so powerfully with listeners was its honest portrayal of love as sanctuary-not just passion, but refuge-speaking to anyone who had experienced the relief of finding someone who accepts them completely. The track's success stemmed from its ability to capture the universal longing for a love that transcends surface attraction, offering instead the deeper security of knowing someone will remain constant through life's ups and downs. Shaggy's delivery is both tender and confident, reflecting the gratitude of someone who has found their emotional anchor in another person.
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