Boyz Ii Men - Human Ii (dont Turn Your Back On Me) 〈FULL〉

"Human II (Don't Turn Your Back on Me)" is a standout ballad by the legendary R&B group , featured on their 1997 album, Evolution . The track is widely recognized as a "sequel" or spiritual successor to the 1986 hit "Human" by The Human League. Song Overview and Background

The song serves as a vulnerable plea for forgiveness and understanding, centered on the shared fallibility of the human experience. Boyz II Men - Human II (Dont Turn Your Back On Me)

: It frames a narrative of a person who has made a grave error in a relationship and is begging for another chance, asking, "How much should it cost to make things right?". "Human II (Don't Turn Your Back on Me)"

: The lyrics repeatedly emphasize being "only a man" made of "flesh and blood," acknowledging that mistakes are an inevitable part of life. : It frames a narrative of a person

: The recurring line "Don't take my joy away" uses "joy" as a metaphor for the narrator's spirit, love, and resilience, which they fear losing if their partner turns away. Legacy and Connection to "Evolution"

While it wasn't the biggest commercial hit of the album—which was led by tracks like "4 Seasons of Loneliness" and "A Song for Mama"—"Human II" is often cited by fans as a deep-cut favorite that highlights the group's maturity during the late '90s. It further cemented their reputation for "emotional ballads" that resonate across generations.

Human II (Don't Turn Your Back on Me) Lyrics — Boyz II Men