Hey Lover
Hey Lover

LL COOL J ft. Boyz II Men - Hey Lover Lyrics

Hip-Hop/Rap
Nov 17, 1995
268
Hey Lover Music Video

Hey Lover Lyrics

[Mike's monologue]
I've been watching you from afrar
For as long as I can remember
You're all a real man could need
And could ever ask for baby
This is more than a crush
Yeah

It was Harlem at the Rukus
I saw you with your man, a smiling, huh
A coach bag in your hand
I was laying in the coupe with my hat turned back
We caught eyes for a moment and that was that

So I skated off as you strolled off
Looking at your legs, god damn, they look so soft (so fine)
I gotta take ya from your man, that's my mission
If his love is real he's got to handle competition
You only knew him for five months, that's right
Besides he drinks too much, and smokes too many blunts

And I'll be working out everyday thinkin' about you
Looking at my own eyes in the rear view
Catching flashbacks of our eye contact
Wish I could lay you on your stomach and caress your back
I would hold you in my arms and ease your fears
I can't believe it, I ain't had a crush in years

[Chorus]
Hey lover, hey lover
This is more than a crush
Hey lover, hey lover
This is more than a crush, lover
Hey lover, this is more than a crush
Hey lover, hey lover
This is more than a crush

I see you at the bus stop waiting every day
Your man must think it's safe for you to travel that way
And I don't want to violate your relationship
So I'll lay back in the cut with a crush that's a trip

Still he can't stop me from having daydreams
Tongue'n you down with uh, vanilla ice cream
Kissing on your thighs in the moonlight
Searching you body with my tongue girl all night

I wonder one day could it be, I wonder
Simple dreams could turn into reality
Our love would come down so naturally
We would walk down the aisle of destiny

Would your man get his hustle on, got your type scared
Break your off a little chump change to do your hair
It seems to be enough to satisfy your needs
But there's a deeper level if you follow our lead

[Chorus]

Last week I saw ya at the mall
Standing at the pay phone about to make a call
I had a vision it was me on the other end
Telling you come by and then you walked in

I touched you gently with my hands
We talked about traveling the distant lands
Escaping all the madness out here in the world
Becoming my wife no longer my girl

Then you let your dress fall down to the floor
I kissed you softly and you yearned for more
We experienced pleasure unparalleled
Into an ocean of love we both fell

Swimming in the timeless currents of pure bliss
Fantasies interchanging with each kiss
Undying passion unites our souls
Together we swim until the point of no control

But, it's a fantasy, you won't come true
We never even spoke and your man swears he loves you
So, I'm gonna keep all these feelings aside, that's right
Keep my dreams alive until the right time

[Chorus]

Writer(s): JAMES BROWN, JAMES TODD SMITH, SAMUEL BARNES
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Cloud9, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who collaborated with LL Cool J on the song 'Hey Lover'?

    'Hey Lover' features vocals from the American R&B group Boyz II Men. The collaboration was highly successful, blending LL Cool J's rap style with Boyz II Men's smooth R&B harmonies.

  2. What sample is used in 'Hey Lover' by LL Cool J?

    'Hey Lover' samples Michael Jackson's song 'The Lady in My Life' from his 1982 album Thriller. Due to this sample, Rod Temperton, who wrote 'The Lady in My Life,' received a songwriting credit for 'Hey Lover.'

  3. When was 'Hey Lover' released and how did it perform on the charts?

    'Hey Lover' was released on October 31, 1995. It reached number three on both the US Billboard Hot 100 and Hot R&B Singles charts. Internationally, it peaked at number 17 in the UK, number six in Sweden, and number five in New Zealand.

  4. Did 'Hey Lover' win any awards?

    'Hey Lover' won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance at the 1997 Grammy Awards. This marked LL Cool J's second Grammy win in that category; his first was for 'Mama Said Knock You Out' in 1992.

  5. Who directed the music video for 'Hey Lover'?

    The music video for 'Hey Lover' was directed by Hype Williams. It features television and film actress Gillian Iliana Waters as LL Cool J's love interest.

  6. What is notable about the production of 'Hey Lover'?

    'Hey Lover' was produced by The Trackmasters along with LL Cool J himself. The song showcases a blend of hip-hop and R&B elements, which helped it become one of the most successful singles from LL Cool J's sixth album, Mr. Smith.

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