Hey, Man!
Nelly Furtado · Whoa, Nelly!
You know I'm only testing you out.
Hey man, don't look so angry,
you're real close to figuring me out.
We are a part of a circle.
It's like a mobius strip,
and it goes round and round until it loses a link.
And there's a shadow in the sky and it looks like rain,
and shit is gonna fly once again.
Hey, man, we look at each other with ample eyes,
so why not some time to discover what's behind your eyes?
I've got so many questions that I want to ask you.
I am so tired of mirrors- pour me a glass of your wine!
And there's a shadow in the sky and it looks like rain,
and shit is gonna fly once again!
I've got a bunch of government cheques at my door.
Each morning I try to send them back but they only send me more.
I look at myself in the mirror; am I vital today?
Hey, man, I let my conscience get in the way!
And there's a shadow in the sky , and it looks like rain,
and shit is gonna fly once again,
and I don't mean to rain on your parade,
but pathos has got me once again...
and I don't want ambivalence no more,
I don't want ambivalence no more,
I don't want ambivalence no more,
no I don't want ambivalence no more!
Hey, Man!
Hey, Man! stands as a vibrant song in Nelly Furtado's debut album, Whoa, Nelly!, showcasing the eclectic pop and R&B fusion that defined her early career. Released during a period of significant artistic exploration, the track highlights Furtado's ability to blend rhythmic grooves with introspective songwriting. While the album is often celebrated for its global hits, this recording contributes to the rich tapestry of her initial discography, demonstrating the production versatility that would later characterize her broader body of work. The song captures the energy and experimental spirit of the mid-2000s, reflecting Furtado's unique position in the pop landscape as she established her signature sound through dynamic vocal performances and genre-bending arrangements.