I know it’s late, I know it’s late
And, baby, I can’t focus, focus
I just flew in town today
I’m hoping that you notice. Did you notice?
I just posted my landing, oh
Wondering if the same old understanding stands
I know you got work pretty early
I’ll be around ’bout 3:30
Usually you’re done by one, so, baby, when I wake you up
Just let me rock, fuck you back to sleep, girl
[Alternative version:] Just let me ride, sex you back to sleep, girl
Don’t say a word, no (no), don’t you talk
Just hold on tight to me, girl
Fuck you back to sleep, girl, rock you back
[Alternative version:] Sex you back to sleep, girl, rock you back
Now where you at? Just dropped my bags
I’m coming through to meet ya, oh, yeah, to meet ya, oh
I know you’re almost half asleep but you know I might just reach ya (reach ya, baby)
[Alternative version:]I know you’re almost half asleep but you know how much I need ya (wake up, wake up, need ya, baby)
Girl, I need ya, oh (need ya, baby)
Gon’ gimme that spare key, oh
But if you keep the door unlocked, be ready, oh
I know you got work pretty early
I’ll be around by 3:30
Usually you’re done by one, so, baby, when I wake you up
Just let me rock, I’mma fuck you back to sleep, girl
[Alternative version:] Just let me ride, sex you back to sleep, girl
Don’t say a word, no (no), don’t you talk
Baby, just hold on tight to me, girl
Fuck you back to sleep, girl, rock you back
[Alternative version:] Sex you back to sleep, girl, rock you back
Ain’t sorry that I woke ya, I ain’t sorry ’bout ya job
Call sick in the morning so I can get a little bit more of your love
I know you want me, how you feel me ’cause you never disagree
So when you wake from your sleep, girl
Just let me rock, fuck you back to sleep, girl
[Alternative version:] Just let me ride (let me love you), sex you back to sleep, girl
Don’t say a word, no (no), don’t you talk
Just hold on tight to me, girl
Fuck you back to sleep, girl, and rock you back
[Alternative version:] Sex you back to sleep, girl, rock you back
Ain’t sorry that I woke ya, I ain’t sorry ’bout ya job,
Fuck you back to sleep, girl
[Alternative version:] Sex you back to sleep, girl
Call sick in the morning so I can get a little bit more of your love
Ain’t sorry that I woke ya, I ain’t sorry ’bout ya job,
Fuck you back to sleep, girl
[Alternative version:] Sex you back to sleep, girl
Call sick in the morning so I can get a little bit more of your love
Late Night Longing and Intimacy
“Sex You Back To Sleep” by Chris Brown is a sultry R&B track that explores themes of late-night desire, intimacy, and emotional connection. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a lover returning home, eager to reconnect with his partner after a long day apart. Brown’s smooth vocals and the song’s sensual melody emphasize the longing and urgency that comes with wanting to be close, even at inconvenient hours. The narrative touches on the tension between responsibility and passion, as the protagonist is unapologetic about interrupting his partner’s sleep for a moment of shared affection, suggesting a deep emotional and physical bond.
The Power of Connection
Throughout the song, Chris Brown balances the erotic with the tender, highlighting the comfort and trust present in a committed relationship. The repetition of phrases about waking his partner and needing her presence underscores a sense of vulnerability and genuine yearning. Ultimately, the track celebrates intimacy as a means to strengthen the connection between two people, even if it means bending the rules of routine and responsibility.
Song Credits
- Artist: Chris Brown
- Songwriters: Chris Brown, August Rigo, Michael Hernandez, Allen Ritter, Vinylz, Boi-1da
- Release Year: 2015
- Label: RCA Records