Let's Wait Awhile
Let's Wait Awhile

Janet Jackson - Let's Wait Awhile Lyrics

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Apr 24, 2007
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Let's Wait Awhile Lyrics

There's something I want to tell you
There's something I think that you should know
It's not that I shouldn't really love you
Let's take it slow
When we get to know each other
And we're both feeling much stronger
Then let's try to talk it over
Let's wait awhile longer

Let's wait awhile
Before it's too late
Let's wait awhile
Before we go too far

Remember that special night
When all of the stars were shining bright?
We made our first endeavor to stay together
We made our very first promise
To love, to share, and be real honest
But on that very first night
It wasn't quite right

Let's wait awhile
Before it's too late
Let's wait awhile
Our love will be great
Let's wait awhile
Before we go too far

I didn't really know not to let all my feelings show
To save some for later so our love can be greater
You said you would always love me
Remember I said the same thing to you?
You don't have to be frightened with my love
Because I'll never give up on you
Let's wait awhile
Ah, well, before it's too late
You know you can't rush love, love

Let's wait awhile
Before it's too late
Let's wait awhile (wait awhile)
(Our love will be great)
Let's wait awhile (wait awhile)
Before we go too far, ohh-ooh

Let's wait awhile
(Let's just take our time)
Before it's too late
Let's wait awhile (love's so good)
Our love will be great (we shouldn't rush it)
Let's wait awhile (gotta slow it down)
Before we go too far, ooh

La da lee de da da de de de, da da da da la da
La da lee de da da de de de, da da da da la da da
La da lee de da da de de de

I promise, I'll be worth the wait

Writer(s): James Samuel Harris, Janet Damita Jo Jackson, Melanie Renee Andrews, Terry Steven Lewis
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Regard Music, Songtrust Ave, JANET JACKSON DBA BLACK ICE, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When was 'Let's Wait Awhile' by Janet Jackson released?

    'Let's Wait Awhile' was released on January 6, 1987, as the fifth single from Janet Jackson's third studio album, 'Control'.

  2. Who were the writers and producers of 'Let's Wait Awhile'?

    The song was written by Janet Jackson, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, and Melanie Andrews. Jackson, Jam, and Lewis also produced it.

  3. How did 'Let's Wait Awhile' perform on the charts?

    'Let's Wait Awhile' peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and Adult Contemporary charts in the US and topped the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Internationally, it reached number three in the UK and number four in Ireland.

  4. What inspired Janet Jackson to write 'Let's Wait Awhile'?

    The song was inspired by intimate conversations Melanie Andrews had with her first love and boyfriend. They decided to postpone sexual intimacy until they felt the time was right.

  5. Who directed the music video for 'Let's Wait Awhile'?

    The music video was directed by Dominic Sena and co-stars martial artist and actor Taimak as Janet Jackson's love interest.

  6. Did 'Let's Wait Awhile' have any notable live performances?

    Yes, Janet Jackson has performed 'Let's Wait Awhile' live on all of her tours since the Rhythm Nation World Tour in 1990. Notably, a performance during the All for You Tour in Vancouver received a spontaneous five-minute standing ovation.

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