Honest
Lisa Stansfield · Lisa Stansfield [1997]
(Honest)
I just want to be honest with you
Honestly baby you've got me down on my knees
And honey I'm sorry as sorry can be
You see it got me, my defenses were down
All I'm praying is you'll still want me around
Ooh baby
I wanna be honest with you
You've seen it through
But I've gotta tell you babe
I've done something wrong
I wanna be honest with you
'Bout putting you through this pain
It was only a sexual thing
So help me baby
'Cos I wanna be honest
I wanna be honest with you
Babe we've gotta stop now and take a look at ourselves
'Cos we took a good thing and ran it down to the ground
Found myself lonely and in need of some love
But if it ain't the real thing
Well it just ain't enough
Ooh baby
I wanna be honest with you
You've seen it through
But I've gotta tell you babe
I've done something wrong
I wanna be honest with you
'Bout putting you through this pain
It was only a sexual thing
So help me baby
'Cos I wanna be honest
I wanna be honest with you
How much can I say I'm sorry?
What more can I do?
I wanna be with you
Won't you say we'll stay together
Don't you say it's gone
I wanna be with you
So baby please understand
I love you
I wanna be honest with you
You've seen it through
But I've gotta tell you babe
I've done something wrong
I wanna be honest with you
'Bout putting you through this pain
It was only a sexual thing
So help me baby
'Cos I wanna be honest
I wanna be honest with you
About Honest
Lisa Stansfield's "Honest" stands as a defining track from her 1997 self-titled album, showcasing her signature blend of soulful R&B and pop sensibilities. Released during a period where she solidified her status as a global pop icon, the recording features her distinctive vocal delivery and emotive phrasing that became a hallmark of her career. The song reflects the mature sound she developed after her early 1990s hits, emphasizing themes of authenticity and emotional vulnerability within the context of late 90s pop music. It remains a staple of her discography, often cited alongside contemporaries like "Just To Keep You Satisfied" as a prime example of her ability to craft intimate, radio-friendly ballads that resonated with audiences worldwide. The track exemplifies the smooth production style and melodic structures that characterized her work during this era, cementing her legacy in the genre.