Tamela Mann - Still Do Lyrics
Lyrics
Ever since the first time I saw you
I knew that you and me would do about 50
60 of 'em
Now you carry my last name
Look at the mess we made
Our little baby's havin' babies now
Granddaddy give me a dollar
She has your face so I gotta
Now I can't say
That every day
Has been perfect
We've had our share of ups and downs
Sometimes we've even wanted out
But we stayed still
Strong and still
I love you still
As we take these vows again
I still do
For better or worst I (still do)
In sickness and health I (still do)
As the days go by I fall deeper into you
Yes I still do
Forsakin' all other I (still do)
Obey and compromise (still do)
As we stand here renewing in front of our family
Yes I still do
Said you know when and when not
The best friend that I've got
Everything about you is my favorite (part)
You got my (heart)
When we're a-(part)
I go through breakdowns
Still the finest woman in the world
You're the reason I'm living my girl
The only one better than you is in heaven
Now I can't say
Every day
Has been perfect
We've had our share of ups and downs
Sometimes we've even wanted out
But we stayed still
Strong and still
I love you still
We've had our share of ups and downs
Sometimes we've even wanted out
For better or worst I (still do)
In sickness and health I (still do)
As the days go by I fall deeper into you
Yes I still do
Forsakin' all other I (still do)
Obey and compromise (still do)
As we stand here renewing in front of our family
Yes I still do
(Still do)
(Still do)
Video
David Mann | Still Do Official Lyric Video
Meaning & Inspiration
Tamela Mann's "Still Do," released on November 9, 2018, as a significant track from the "Us Against the World" album, offers a deeply moving exploration of enduring love and steadfast commitment within marriage. This song, rich with personal reflection and a testament to lasting vows, unpacks the journey of a relationship that has weathered time and challenges, emerging stronger and more resolute. It's an intimate narrative, likely inspired by Tamela Mann's own widely admired long-term marriage with her husband, David Mann, making the message resonate with authentic experience.
The song’s essence unfolds as a profound renewal of commitment, a deliberate choice made daily over decades. The lyrics paint a picture of a relationship spanning many years, from the initial spark ("Ever since the first time I saw you, I knew that you and me would do about 50, 60 of 'em") to the joyous reality of a growing family ("Our little baby's havin' babies now"). This progression beautifully illustrates the biblical concept of two becoming one flesh and building a legacy, as seen in Genesis 2:24 where it states, "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." The song acknowledges that this journey isn't without its trials, openly admitting, "Now I can't say that every day has been perfect. We've had our share of ups and downs. Sometimes we've even wanted out." This honesty is incredibly powerful, speaking to the real struggles and imperfections inherent in any human relationship, yet simultaneously celebrating the unwavering decision to persevere.
The profound strength of "Still Do" lies in its unwavering declaration of continued commitment despite life's inevitable fluctuations. The recurring phrase, "But we stayed still, Strong and still, I love you still," serves as a powerful anchor, embodying the steadfastness called for in covenant relationships. This resilience mirrors the spiritual fortitude encouraged in Scripture, reminding us that love "bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things," as described in 1 Corinthians 13:7. The vows are not merely a one-time pronouncement but an ongoing, active choice: "For better or worse I still do, In sickness and health I still do." This echoes the enduring nature of covenant God makes with His people, a relationship built on faithfulness through all circumstances. Just as God remains faithful even when we falter (2 Timothy 2:13), the song’s protagonist chooses to maintain faithfulness in the marriage. The declaration "As the days go by I fall deeper into you" suggests that true love isn't static but grows and deepens with time and shared experience, much like our relationship with Christ should grow through ongoing intimacy and surrender.
Furthermore, the lyrics elevate the beloved to a place of unparalleled importance in the singer's earthly life: "Said you know when and when not, The best friend that I've got, Everything about you is my favorite part... You're the reason I'm living my girl." This sentiment resonates with the idea of a spouse as a true partner and helpmate, a source of immense joy and support, as Proverbs 18:22 affirms, "He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord." The song subtly but profoundly grounds this deep human affection in a higher truth with the line, "The only one better than you is in heaven." This acknowledgement beautifully frames the earthly relationship within a divine context, recognizing that while human love is precious and profound, it ultimately points to the supreme and perfect love of God. It ensures that the love expressed, while all-encompassing in human terms, never usurps the rightful place of God, thus maintaining a humble and holy perspective on marriage as a gift from Him. This perspective aligns with Colossians 3:14, which advises, "And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony," emphasizing love as the ultimate unifier, rooted in a divine source. Ultimately, "Still Do" serves as a powerful testament to God's design for marriage, encouraging all who encounter it to pursue enduring love, committed companionship, and steadfast devotion, continuously choosing "I still do" through every season of life.