I'm a Man
Embracing Strength and Love: CeeLo Green's 'I'm a Man' Unveiled
Lyrics
Well, I'm all flesh and bone,
Expressing being composed of physical elements, emphasizing human nature.
Hmm, I'm a man.
Affirmation of masculinity, claiming the identity of a man.
Cool and calm, big and strong
Describing characteristics of being collected, large, and powerful.
Hmm, I'm a man.
Reiteration of being a man, reinforcing the masculine identity.
There's so many ladies that need love,
Acknowledging the presence of many women in need of love.
Oh, I'll do the best I can.
Committing to doing the best to provide love and care.
But if the morning comes and I'm not there,
Addressing the possibility of absence in the morning and expressing a plea for understanding.
Then darling please understand that
Requesting understanding from a romantic partner if not present in the morning.
I'm a man.
Reaffirmation of the speaker's identity as a man.
I'm a man, that's right I am.
Emphatic confirmation of being a man.
I'm a man.
Reiteration of the speaker's identity as a man.
Well, feels so dirty but stays so clear,
Describing conflicting emotions of feeling dirty yet maintaining clarity.
'Cause I'm the man
Assertion of being the man, regardless of perceived flaws.
Yes, I am.
Affirmation of the speaker's identity as a man.
Built to last, like a love machine
Comparing oneself to a durable love machine, emphasizing longevity.
But I'm a man.
Reiteration of being a man with confidence.
I said, good or bad, right or wrong,
Acknowledging the speaker's acceptance with all their qualities.
Oh, take me as I am.
Encouraging acceptance of the speaker as they are, without conditions.
But when you need somebody to scratch back at you
Suggesting the availability of supportive hands when needed.
You'll need these helping hands.
Highlighting the willingness to offer assistance and support.
Uh, I'm a man.
Reaffirmation of the speaker's identity as a man.
Uh, I'm a man.
Further emphasizing the identity as a man.
Touch my hand.
Invitation for physical contact, possibly indicating intimacy.
Touch me.
Expression of desire for touch and connection.
I love you baby, but God knows.
Professing love but acknowledging challenges or uncertainties.
Let's do that baby!!
Energetic encouragement for a shared experience.
I'm a man.
Final affirmation of the speaker's identity as a man.
Yes, I am.
Reiteration of being a man, confirming the identity once again.
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