La-La (Means I Love U)

Prince · Emancipation [1996]

Hey girl, I bet you didn't know I had both eyes on you

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.