 Steve Huey at AllMusic described the piece as a romance , and said that it gave a " new meaning as an escape from the hellish pressure of everyday life . " Cheo Coker of the Rolling Stone said the song is based on a slow beat and " avoids formulaic , radio @-@ friendly material , " and instead focuses on rhymes and confessions from the heart . Music critic Jon Pareles of The New York Times wrote that Shakur is describing himself as a " touring rap star " with the song line : " Even though I 'm known for my one @-@ night stands , I want to be an honest man . " Jordan <unk> wrote in the Sun @-@ Sentinel Tribune Company that Tupac is apologizing to his listeners and defining his stance on moral rights and wrongs . 
