"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 lyrics repeatedly emphasize being "only a man" made of "flesh and blood," acknowledging that mistakes are an inevitable part of life. Boyz II Men - Human II (Dont Turn Your Back On Me)
Human II (Don't Turn Your Back on Me) Lyrics — Boyz II Men "Human II (Don't Turn Your Back on Me)"
The song serves as a vulnerable plea for forgiveness and understanding, centered on the shared fallibility of the human experience. Human II (Don't Turn Your Back on Me)
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.
: It was released as part of the Evolution album on September 23, 1997 . Lyrical Themes and Meaning
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