I Surrender

Babyface · Other Songs - Babyface

Written by bill simmons, bobby lovelace, dee bristol (1983)

Performed by the deele



You wanted me to love you

I didn't feel the same

I always have to win

Playin' all of my games

It used to be that we were friends

You wanted something else

Now I'm so in love with you

I can't help myself



I dropped my guard

And lost my strategy

You took me captive

And persuaded me (girl, you)

My bag is up

And you are shootin' me down

I guess it's time I played

On solid ground



Girl, I surrender

'cause I'm takin' a fall

Come get it, baby

You can have it all

Girl, I surrender

'cause I'm takin' a fall

Come get it, baby

You can have it all



I really must admit

You took me by surprise

You moved right in and stole my love

From under my eyes

A love so intense

With you there's no defense

You got me in a corner

Might as well submit



I dropped my guard

And lost my strategy

You took me captive

And persuaded me (girl, you)

My bag is up

And you are shootin' me down

I guess it's time we played

On solid ground



Hook 2 times



You've got me in a corner

Girl, do what you wanna

You've got me in a corner

Girl, do what you wanna

You've got me in a corner

Girl, do what you wanna

You've got me in a corner

Girl, do what you wanna



Come on, girl



I dropped my guard

And lost my strategy

You took me captive

And persuaded me (girl, you)

My bag is up

And you are shootin' me down

I guess it's time we played

On solid ground



Hook 4 times

I Surrender - Babyface

Babyface's 'I Surrender' stands as a quintessential example of his late 1980s and early 1990s R&B and pop sensibilities. As a prolific songwriter and producer, Babyface crafted this track to showcase his signature blend of smooth melodies, lush harmonies, and deeply emotional vocal delivery. The song exemplifies the era's polished production style, characterized by warm synth textures and a rhythmic groove that defined the sound of the time. While often associated with his work on albums like 'The Day' or his extensive catalog of solo and duet recordings, 'I Surrender' highlights his ability to write songs that resonate with themes of vulnerability and connection. The recording remains a testament to his influence on contemporary soul and R&B, demonstrating how his songwriting and production techniques have shaped the genre for decades.