Justify My Love
Lenny Kravitz · Other Songs - Lenny Kravitz
I wanna hold your hand in Rome
I wanna run naked in a rainstorm
Make love in a train cross-country
You put this in me
So now what, so now what?
Wanting, needing, waiting
For you to justify my love
Hoping, praying
For you to justify my love
I want to know you
Not like that
I don't wanna be your mother
I don't wanna be your sister either
I just wanna be your lover
I wanna be your baby
Kiss me, that's right, kiss me
Yearning, burning
For you to justify my love
What are you gonna do?
What are you gonna do?
Talk to me -- tell me your dreams
Am I in them?
Tell me your fears
Are you scared?
Tell me your stories
I'm not afraid of who you are
We can fly!
Poor is the man
Whose pleasures depend
On the permission of another
Love me, that's right, love me
I wanna be your baby
I'm open and ready
For you to justify my love
To justify my love
Wanting, to justify
Waiting, to justify my love
Praying, to justify
To justify my love
I'm open, to justify my love
Justify My Love
Lenny Kravitz's 'Justify My Love' stands as a defining track from his 1990 debut album, 'Let It Be.' The song blends rock energy with Latin rhythms, showcasing Kravitz's signature multi-instrumentalist approach while addressing themes of romantic vulnerability and self-doubt. Released during the height of the grunge era, the recording captured a specific moment in music history where polished rock met raw emotional expression. Its enduring popularity stems from its catchy melody and Kravitz's distinctive vocal delivery, which has made it a staple in his extensive discography and a frequent choice for live performances. The track remains a testament to his ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations, solidifying his status as a pivotal figure in 1990s alternative rock.