Gone Be My Girl

Chris Brown · Other Songs - Chris Brown

Spoken



Check this out girl

I know you sitting back saying to yourself

"I know he ain't trying to holla!"

Naw

(Laughs)



Intro



But there's something I got to tell you

Oh yeah, Oh yeah

It got to do with love

And I just want you to sit back and listen

While I sing this song to you

Check me

Listen



Verse 1

It's like the hardest thing for me to say

Without cracking a smile

It's something that we both really feel inside

But never talked about

They call in love

Oh yes they do

A dangerous thing, when you're part of the game

So girl I feel you when you get emotional

And don't want to let me go

But there's something I got to tell you



Chorus

I don't mean to cut you off but the question is:

So when you gone be my girl? (When you gone be my girl?)

I want to know

When it comes to loving, (why) you change the subject (you should know)

And girl you know that I'm the man (you want)

Oh yes I am

Girl what's really good with you?

(So when you gone be my girl?) When you gone be my girl

All this breaking up, is getting old now

So baby tell me where I stand



Verse 2

I know

You probably saying to yourself this brotha tripping but

This stuff is real

But ain't true men that felt love will have the nerve to step up

And tell that baby what's up

To let her know he's really impressed

Now getting straight to the bottom line

You're the type of kind of girl a gangsta needs by his side

So when you get emotional

I won't let you go

There's something I got to tell you



Chorus

I don't mean to cut you off but the question is:

So when you gone be my girl? (When you gone be my girl?)

I want to know

When it comes to loving, (why) you change the subject (you should know)

And girl you know that I'm the man (you want)

Oh yes I am

Girl what's really good with you?

(So when you gone be my girl?)

All this playing up, is getting old now

So baby tell me where I stand



Tell me girl

(I don't mean to be rude but I got to know)

So when you gone be my girl? (When you gone be my girl?)

I want to know

When it comes to loving, (why) you change the subject

And girl you know that I'm he man you want (I am the man you need)

So baby what's really good with you?

So when you gone be my girl?

All this breaking up, is getting old now

Baby tell me where I stand

Gone Be My Girl

Chris Brown's "Gone Be My Girl" stands as a defining track from his early career, showcasing his signature blend of R&B and pop sensibilities. Released during the height of his fame following his debut album, the song exemplifies the polished production and vocal delivery that characterized his work in the late 2000s and early 2010s. As a lead single, it served as a commercial staple, reinforcing his status as a prominent figure in contemporary music. The recording captures the emotional vulnerability and rhythmic drive typical of his discography from that era, contributing to his catalog of hits that bridged the gap between teen idol status and established R&B artist. The track remains a notable example of his ability to craft catchy, radio-friendly melodies while maintaining a mature lyrical approach to romantic themes.