When You Really Love Someone

Alicia Keys · The Diary of Alicia Keys

Cause you’re a real man
And Lord knows it’s hard
Sometimes you just need a woman’s touch
Sweet affection, love and support
When it’s really unconditional
I’m telling ya, oh
Cause a woman ain’t a woman if she ain't woman enough

So love you when you’re right
Love you when you’re wrong
Love you when you’re weak
Love you when you’re strong
Take you higher in a world that you’re feeling low
She’s giving you a best, even when you are at your worst
Giving comfort when she’s thinking that you’re hurt
That’s what it’s like when you really really love someone
I’m telling ya, I’m telling ya
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh

Sometimes you’re gonna argue, sometimes you’re gonna fight
Sometime it’s gonna feel it’ll never be right
But something so strong if you hold it on
It don’t make sense what to make a good song
Cause a man just ain’t a man if he ain't man enough

So love you when you’re right
Love you when you’re wrong
Love you when you’re weak
Love you when you’re strong
Take you higher in a world that you’re feeling low
He’s giving you his last, as he’s thinking of your first
Giving comfort when he’s thinking that you’re hurt
That’s what it’s like when you really really love someone
I’m telling ya, I’m telling ya
I’m telling ya that if a woman ain’t a woman if she’s woman enough
So love you
Love you when you’re right
Love you when you’re wrong
To hold you
Love you when you’re weak
Love you when you’re strong
Take you higher and higher
in a world that you’re feeling low
She’s giving you a best, even when you are at your worst
Giving comfort when she’s thinking that you’re hurt
That’s what it’s like when you really really love someone
I’m telling ya, I’m telling ya
Mm, mm, yeah
Mm, mm, yeah
Mm, mm, yeah
Mm, mm, yeah

When You Really Love Someone

Alicia Keys delivers a soulful exploration of devotion on 'When You Really Love Someone,' a standout track from her 2003 album, The Diary of Alicia Keys. Following the massive success of her debut, this recording showcases her signature blend of neo-soul and R&B, characterized by rich piano textures and emotive vocals. The song captures the intensity of deep affection, fitting seamlessly into an era where Keys was refining her sound to balance introspection with romantic grandeur. As part of a celebrated discography that includes hits like 'Fallin'' and 'Butterflyz,' this work reinforces her status as a defining voice in contemporary music. The track remains a testament to her ability to craft timeless melodies that resonate with listeners seeking genuine emotional connection through her artistry.