Do Your Time
Faith Evans · Other Songs - Faith Evans
It's been a long time
and I hope you're doing fine
I just wanted to write you a letter
saying hi and explaining why
Why you mean so much to me
well the reason is plain you see
You were always there when I needed you
and I wanted to let you know
Chorus:
You've gotta be strong
and it won't be long
'cause I'm gonna do
all your time with you
I promise you I can and I will do
your time with you
I'm gonna do your time with you
No matter what I gotta do
I always did believe
that our love would be
stronger than the bars you were behind
and my heart always seems to find
find a reason to hold on
and a purpose to be strong
baby can't you see that I need you
and I know that you need me too
Chorus
You've gotta be strong
and it won't be long
'cause I'm gonna do
all your time with you
promise you I can and I will do
your time with you
I'm gonna do your time with you
no matter what I gotta do
Bridge
and I'm writin' with sincerity yeah
just to make you understand what you mean to me
and I can't wait 'til you come home
but I need you to be strong baby hold on
chorus 'til fade
and I hope you're doing fine
I just wanted to write you a letter
saying hi and explaining why
Why you mean so much to me
well the reason is plain you see
You were always there when I needed you
and I wanted to let you know
Chorus:
You've gotta be strong
and it won't be long
'cause I'm gonna do
all your time with you
I promise you I can and I will do
your time with you
I'm gonna do your time with you
No matter what I gotta do
I always did believe
that our love would be
stronger than the bars you were behind
and my heart always seems to find
find a reason to hold on
and a purpose to be strong
baby can't you see that I need you
and I know that you need me too
Chorus
You've gotta be strong
and it won't be long
'cause I'm gonna do
all your time with you
promise you I can and I will do
your time with you
I'm gonna do your time with you
no matter what I gotta do
Bridge
and I'm writin' with sincerity yeah
just to make you understand what you mean to me
and I can't wait 'til you come home
but I need you to be strong baby hold on
chorus 'til fade
Do Your Time
Released by Faith Evans, "Do Your Time" stands as a poignant example of her mid-1990s R&B style, characterized by soulful vocals and emotive delivery. The track exemplifies the genre's focus on personal reflection and resilience, themes central to Evans' discography during this era. While specific album placement varies in public records, the song remains a staple of her catalog, showcasing her ability to blend melodic pop sensibilities with the raw emotional depth typical of contemporary R&B. It reflects a period where artists like Evans were defining the sound of the 90s, prioritizing lyrical authenticity and vocal prowess over chart-driven formulas.