Respect
Respect

Aretha Franklin - Respect Lyrics

This empowering anthem, belted out by the Queen of Soul herself, is a timeless call for dignity and recognition. It's not just about a woman demanding respect from her partner, but also serves as an emblematic cry for all women who seek acknowledgment in a… Read more

R&B/Soul
Jun 20, 1995
605
Respect Music Video

Respect Lyrics

What you want
Baby, I got it
What you need
Do you know I got it?
All I'm askin'
Is for a little respect when you get home (just a little bit)
Hey baby (just a little bit) when you get home
(Just a little bit) mister (just a little bit)

I ain't gonna do you wrong while you're gone
Ain't gonna do you wrong 'cause I don't wanna
All I'm askin'
Is for a little respect when you come home (just a little bit)
Baby (just a little bit) when you get home (just a little bit)
Yeah (just a little bit)

I'm about to give you all of my money
And all I'm askin' in return, honey
Is to give me my propers
When you get home (just a, just a, just a, just a)
Yeah, baby (just a, just a, just a, just a)
When you get home (just a little bit)
Yeah (just a little bit)

Ooh, your kisses
Sweeter than honey
And guess what?
So is my money
All I want you to do for me
Is give it to me when you get home (re, re, re, re)
Yeah baby (re, re, re, re)
Whip it to me (respect, just a little bit)
When you get home, now (just a little bit)

R-E-S-P-E-C-T
Find out what it means to me
R-E-S-P-E-C-T
Take care, TCB
Oh (sock it to me, sock it to me, sock it to me, sock it to me)
A little respect (sock it to me, sock it to me, sock it to me, sock it to me)
Whoa, babe (just a little bit)
A little respect (just a little bit)
I get tired (just a little bit)
Keep on tryin' (just a little bit)
You're runnin' out of fools (just a little bit)
And I ain't lyin' (just a little bit)
(Re, re, re, re) when you come home
(Re, re, re, re) 'spect
Or you might walk in (respect, just a little bit)
And find out I'm gone (just a little bit)

Writer(s): Otis Redding
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
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What is the Meaning of Respect?

This empowering anthem, belted out by the Queen of Soul herself, is a timeless call for dignity and recognition. It's not just about a woman demanding respect from her partner, but also serves as an emblematic cry for all women who seek acknowledgment in a patriarchal society. The lyrics emphasize that respect should be given unconditionally, without any expectation of reciprocity. The singer asserts her independence and worth by declaring she will not tolerate being wronged or taken for granted. She is prepared to give her all - love, money, commitment - but she expects due regard in return. This soulful plea thus encapsulates the universal desire for equality and appreciation in relationships and beyond. So remember, it's more than just spelling out R-E-S-P-E-C-T; it's about understanding what it truly means.

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