I told you once, now tell you twice
I`m not gonna be a fool
`Cause when it comes down to my heart
It`s not gonna be abused

Now I`ve been locked down and stepped on
And it`s cold down on the floor
And I don`t recall seeing your head
When I couldn`t take anymore

(Back it up) Don`t you tell me that your love is for real

You got to prove how you really feel
(Back it up) Don`t you say you wanna be my man
I got to know that you understand

Hey, boy, you better back it up

Now I`m not tryin` to judge you
Your intentions might be fine
But the last time I trusted someone
All I could do was break down and cry

When it comes to heartache and pain
There`ll be no deja-vu, back it up
And I don`t recall seeing your head
When I couldn`t take anymore

(Back it up) Don`t need no-one to write a beat on my heart


I`ve got to know that this love`s gonna start
(Back it up) Your hugs and kisses, they don`t mean a thing
I`ve got to know that it`s real love you bring

(Back it up) If you want some love give some in return
Don`t just smile, you`re gonna have to earn
(Back it up) I need someone to show me that they care
I need a man who will always be there

You better back it up

(Back it up)

When it comes to heartache and pain
There`ll be no deja-vu

(Back it up) Don`t you tell me that your love is for real
You got to prove how you really feel
(Back it up) Don`t need no-one to write a beat on my heart
I`ve got to know that this love`s gonna start

(Back it up) Your hugs and kisses, they don`t mean a thing
I`ve got to know that it`s real love you bring
(Back it up) Back it up, you
Back it up