Rock The Boat
Aaliyah and Alicia Keys Lyrics

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Boy, you know you make me float
Boy, you really get me high (ooh)
I feel like I'm on dope
'Cause you, you serve me on a regular (you serve me on a regular)
Boy, we need to tie this rope
Before we drift any deeper (before we drift any deeper)
There now hold me close
Boy, let's take this overboard now

I want you to rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat (yeah)
Work it in the middle
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle
Change positions for me (change positions)
New positions, new position, new position
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me

Ooh, baby, I love your stroke
'Cause you, 'cause you get me where I'm going
('Cause you get me where I'm going, yeah)
And truly you'll get my vote
'Cause I believe
I believe you know just what you're doing now
Baby, now we can coast (let's coast, let's coast)
Let's don't get in a hurry (no, no)
That's too slow (hey, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Go ahead and put that thing in overdrive

I want you to rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat (hey)
Work it in the middle (work it, baby, work it, baby)
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me

I want you to rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat (hey)
Work it in the middle
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle (hey, hey)
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me (yeah)

Stroke it for me
Hmm, stroke it, baby, stroke it, baby
Hmm, work it it, baby, work it, baby
Ooh, stroke it
There is something I want you to do for me

I want you to use yourself (hey)
Like you never ever used it before (never)
To explore my body (explore it, baby)
Until you reach the shore (yeah)
You'll be calling, calling for more (callin')

Rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat
Work it in the middle
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle
(Work it, baby, work it, baby)
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me (baby)

I want you to rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat
Work it in the middle
Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle (work it, yeah)
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position (change)
Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me)
Stroke it for me (yeah), stroke it for me, stroke it for me

Rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat
Work the middle, work the middle
Work the middle, work the middle
Change positions for me (change positions)
New position, new position, new position
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me
Stroke it for me, stroke it for me

Rock the boat (rock the boat)
Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Aaliyah and Alicia Keys's song "Rock The Boat" are a reflection of the euphoria that comes with being infatuated with someone. The first verse begins with Aaliyah calling out the effect her lover has on her, likening it to being on drugs. The lyrics suggest a sense of urgency to the relationship, with the need to tie a rope so as not to drift any deeper. The chorus then calls for a sexual encounter, with Aaliyah requesting her lover to rock the boat, work the middle, and change positions. This continues as she urges her lover to stroke it for her.

The second verse picks up from where the first left off, with Aaliyah expressing her love for her partner's stroke and their understanding of her body. The lyrics suggest a desire to coast and enjoy the moment, but also a willingness to allow her lover to explore her body until they reach the shore. The latter part of the song continues with Aaliyah urging her partner to work the middle, change positions, and stroke it for her.

Overall, "Rock The Boat" is a song that is suggestive of the physical aspect of a relationship. However, it also portrays the excitement and passion of two people who are in love.

Line by Line Meaning

Boy, you know you make me float
You have a special effect on me that makes me feel light and happy.

Boy, you really get me high (ooh)
You are able to emotionally elevate me to a point of intoxication.

I feel like I'm on dope
The way you make me feel is comparable to the effects of a drug.

'Cause you, you serve me on a regular (you serve me on a regular)
You consistently fulfill my needs and desires.

Boy, we need to tie this rope Before we drift any deeper (before we drift any deeper)
We should establish and strengthen our connection before we become even more emotionally involved.

There now hold me close
Please embrace me tightly and securely.

Boy, let's take this overboard now
Let's take things to the next level and really indulge in our passion.

Ooh, baby, I love your stroke 'Cause you, 'cause you get me where I'm going ('Cause you get me where I'm going, yeah) And truly you'll get my vote 'Cause I believe I believe you know just what you're doing now
I enjoy the way you touch me because it leads me to the ultimate pleasure. You have my full confidence and trust because you know how to satisfy me.

Baby, now we can coast (let's coast, let's coast) Let's don't get in a hurry (no, no) That's too slow (hey, yeah, yeah, yeah) Go ahead and put that thing in overdrive
We can relax and take our time, but don't be afraid to speed things up when it feels right.

There is something I want you to do for me I want you to use yourself (hey) Like you never ever used it before (never) To explore my body (explore it, baby) Until you reach the shore (yeah) You'll be calling, calling for more (callin')
I want you to fully let go and give yourself to me, discovering every inch of my body until we both reach ultimate pleasure.

Rock the boat (rock the boat) Rock the boat, rock the boat, rock the boat Work it in the middle Work the middle, work the middle, work the middle (Work it, baby, work it, baby) Change positions for me (change positions) New position, new position, new position Now stroke it, baby (stroke it for me) Stroke it for me, stroke it for me, stroke it for me (baby)
Let's continue experimenting with different positions and movements, and keep me feeling stimulated with your touch.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Stephen Garrett, Eric Seats, Rapture N Stewart

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