La-La (Means I Love U)
Prince · Emancipation [1996]
It's true
And you know what? I seen all those other guys too
Baby, frankly, I don't give a damn
Many guys have come to you
With a line that wasn't true
And you'd pass 'em by (Pass them by)
Though you're in the center ring
And their lines don't mean a thing
Why don't you let me try? (Let me try)
Now I don't wear a diamond ring
I don't even know a song to sing
All I know is...
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la means I love you, oh baby
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la means I love you
If I ever saw a girl
That I needed in this world
You are the one for me
Let me hold you in my arms
Gonna fill you with my charms
I'm sure that you will see (you will see)
The things I am sayin' are true
And the way I wanna explain them to you
Baby, can you listen to me?
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la means I love you, oh baby
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la means I love you, yeah
So there, the book is open
What you wanna do?
Can you do-o-o me, baby, like I wanna do you?
Come here, let me hold you in my arms
Let me fill you with my charms
The things I am sayin' are true
And the way I explain them to you
Yes, to you!
(La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la means I love you) {repeat in BG}
(La, la, la, la, la (means) I love U) I love you, I really, really love you
Ooh listen to me, baby
Ooh, I love you, I love ya, love ya
Ooh, take my hand, girl
You gotta understand
I wanna be, I wanna be, I wanna be your man
You know where to find me when you make up that mind
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la means I love you, yeah
La-La (Means I Love U)
Released on Prince's 1996 album Emancipation, La-La (Means I Love U) stands as a quintessential example of the Minneapolis sound, blending funk, R&B, and pop sensibilities. The track features Prince's signature vocal delivery, characterized by its playful, rhythmic phrasing that perfectly captures the song's lighthearted yet affectionate theme. Produced with the same meticulous attention to detail found in his earlier work, the recording showcases his ability to craft intricate arrangements that serve the song's emotional core. As part of his discography during the mid-90s, the track reflects a period where Prince continued to evolve his musical identity while maintaining his distinct voice and style. It remains a beloved staple in his catalog, often cited for its infectious energy and the seamless integration of his talents as both composer and performer.
