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"Only U" is a song by American singer-songwriter Ashanti from her third studio album, Concrete Rose (2004). The song's introduction uses a sample of Club Nouveau's 1986 song "Why You Treat Me So Bad". "Only U" is a rock-tinged song, that finds Ashanti in love and willing to do anything to be with the one she loves, no matter the cost. Released in October 26, 2004 as the album's lead single, the track reached number thirteen on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 in January, 2005. It peaked at number two in the United Kingdom and number 4 in Ireland, becoming her most successful single in both countries. The song received generally favorable reviews from music critics, with most praising its sexy lyrics and her vocal performance.more »
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OoohI can't wait to get next to youOoohI just can't leave you aloneBoy you got me doing things that I would never doAnd I can't stop the way I'm feeling if I wanted toI'm crazy 'bout the way that you could make me say your nameAnd if I couldn't have you I would probably go insane'Cause only you can make me feel (only you can make me feel)And only you can take me there (only you can take me there)Only you can make me feel (only you, only you can make me feel)And only you can take me there (only you can take me there)OoohI can't wait to get next to youOoohI just can't leave you aloneBoy you stay inside my mind, ain't no denyin' thatAnd only you could do them things that got me coming backIt's gotta be the realest thing that I have ever feltAnd I do what I gotta do to keep you to myself'Cause only you can make me feel (only you can make me feel)And only you can take me there (only you can take me there)Only you can make me feel (only you can make me feel)And only you can take me there (only you can take me there)Crazy 'bout the way you feelI just gotta have you hereAnd I wanna let you knowI won't ever let you goAnd only you can make me feel (only you can make me feel)And only you can take me there (only you can take me there)Only you can make me feel (you can make me feel)And only you can take me there (only you can take me there)OoohI can't wait to get next to youOoohI just can't leave you alone
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Ashanti
Ashanti (born Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas; October 13, 1980) is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and actress. She rose to fame in the early 2000s. Ashanti is most famous for her eponymous debut album, which featured the hit song "Foolish", and sold over 503,000 copies in its first week of release throughout the U.S. in April 2002. The album set a Soundscan record as the biggest opening week sales for a new female artist, outselling debuts by Alicia Keys and Lauryn Hill. In the same week, she became the first female performer to simultaneously hold the top two places on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart with "Foolish", and "What's Luv?" (with Fat Joe). Ashanti broke records again by having three top ten songs, "Foolish," "What's Luv?" and "Alway… more »
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Written by: ASHANTI S. DOUGLAS, DENZIL DELANO FOSTER, JAY A. KING, THOMAS DERRICK MCELROY, IRVING DOMINGO LORENZO, MARCUS VEST
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
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13 facts about this song
Release Date"Only U" was released on December 13, 2004, serving as the lead single from Ashanti's third studio album, 'Concrete Rose'. |
Chart PerformanceThe song achieved significant chart success. It peaked at number 13 on the billboard hot 100 and at number 2 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. |
International Recognition"Only U" became Ashanti's first song to enter the top 20 in most countries in the year 2005. |
Music VideoThe music video for "Only U" was directed by Hype Williams, who is renowned for his unique cinematic style. The video became very popular on MTV and BET. |
SongwritersAshanti was not only the performer of "Only U", but she also co-wrote the song along with Irving Lorenzo and Seven Aurelius. |
Recording LabelThe song was released under the popular music label "The Inc. Records", formerly known as Murder Inc. |
SoundThe song is characterized by its soulful lyrics and distinctive rock edge sound, which is different from the usual style of Ashanti’s music. |
Commercial Success"Only U" was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 2005 with over 500,000 copies sold. |
Album SuccessThe song helped 'Concrete Rose' album sell over a million copies worldwide with the album being certified Platinum. |
Live PerformancesAshanti has performed "Only U" in numerous live shows, including at the 2005 Soul Train Music Awards. |
Cover VersionsVarious artists have done covers of "Only U", acknowledging the song's wide appeal and influence. |
SamplingThe song was sampled by other artists, showing the song's enduring popularity and impact on the music industry. |
Critic ReceptionThe song received generally favorable reviews from music critics. It was praised for its catchy tune, Ashanti's vocal performance, and its ability to seamlessly blend together elements of pop, R&B, and hip hop music. |
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