Just A Man
Akon · Other Songs - Akon
Girl I love you
Now what we
What we gon' do
I mean it really
When I say I love you
Whatever...
I will not do
Cause I hear your prayers
Late at night when noone's listening
Praying I stay the same
I'm not your father
I won't desert you
I'm not your ex
Not trying to hurt you
I'm just a man
Tryna love you
I'm just a man
Trying to love you
Your walls are so impossible
I'm tired
As i'm climbing
They keep on multiplying
Everytime there's progress
We regress
And i'm stressed
All I wanna know
Is why you can't let it go
I'm not your father
I won't desert you
I'm not your ex
Not trying to hurt you (oh no)
I'm just a man
Tryna love you
I'm just a man
Trying to love you
I'm not your father
I won't desert you
I'm not your ex
Not trying to hurt you (oh no)
I'm just a man
Trying to love you
I'm just a man
Trying to love you
Cause everything you ever want
Is standing right in front of you
Everything you ever need
I make sure I put by for you
And I know you're scared
And i've had my days too
Let's just face this thing together
I'm not your father
I won't desert you
I'm not your ex
Not trying to hurt you (no)
I'm just a man
Tryna love you
I'm just a man
Trying to love you
Yeah
I'm not your father
I won't desert you
I'm not your ex
I will not hurt you
I'm just a man
Tryna love you
I'm just a man
Trying to love you
Hey
Yeah
Give me that chance baby
I wanna love you
Said I wanna love you
Let me love you baby
Let me love you baby
Ohh
Just A Man - Akon
Released in 2006, "Just A Man" stands as a defining track in Akon's evolution from pop-rap to R&B. The song exemplifies the polished, melodic production style that characterized his work during the mid-2000s, blending hip-hop rhythms with smooth vocal delivery. While often associated with his earlier Konvicted era, the track showcases his ability to craft introspective ballads that resonate with themes of vulnerability and self-acceptance. The recording features a minimalist yet emotive arrangement that highlights Akon's vocal range and emotional depth, distinguishing it from his more upbeat club tracks. It remains a staple in his discography, reflecting the transitional period where he solidified his status as a global pop icon while exploring deeper musical textures.