Luv
Janet Jackson
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I've been down this road before I know it very well And I just can't believe I've been struck I didn't see it see it comin' I was blindfolded I'm caught up in collision And now I'm so done You crept up like a spider I got caught in your web There was no way to escape I tried to switch my lanes But then I hit my brakes Sparks turned into flames I shoulda stopped at the red light 'cause Now I'm like a deer caught in headlights, uh He hit me with his love, love, love, love, love, love He hit me with his love And now I'm in love, love, love Got me caught in a wreck, I'm a mess Got me caught in a wreck, I'm a mess Got me caught in a wreck Somebody call the paramedics 'cause He hit me with his love, love, love, love, love But I was creepin' the road Just knew I had control So how did I end up gettin' hit? I had on my belt I checked it myself So how in the world did I get caught? I had the right of way (oh, hey) I saw the sign, you disobeyed (It's your fault) I can't believe the way would badger my heart I think I should sue ya I shoulda stopped at the red light 'cause Now I'm like a deer caught in headlights, uh He hit me with his love, love, love, love, love, love He hit me with his love And now I'm in love, love, love Got me caught in a wreck, I'm a mess Got me caught in a wreck, I'm a mess Got me caught in a wreck Somebody call the paramedics 'cause He hit me with his love, love, love, love, love He caught me by surprise I can't believe that I'm falling for this guy Somebody call the cops 'cause I'm (I'm) Going flatline (line) He caught me by surprise I can't believe that I'm falling for this guy Somebody call the cops 'cause I'm (I'm) Going flatline (line) I shoulda stopped at the red light 'cause Now I'm like a deer caught in headlights, uh He hit me with his love, love, love, love, love, love He hit me with his love And now I'm in love, love, love Got me caught in a wreck, I'm a mess Got me caught in a wreck, I'm a mess Got me caught in a wreck Somebody call the paramedics 'cause He hit me with his love He crashed into my heart (oh) He crashed into my heart (ohh) Somebody call the paramedics 'cause He hit me with his love He crashed into my heart (oh) He crashed into my heart (ohh) Somebody call the paramedics 'cause He hit me with his love, love, love, love, love
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Written by: Lashawn Ameen Daniels, Rodney Jerkins, Dernst Mile, Tasleema Yasin
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Luv" by Janet Jackson was released in February 2008 as the third single from her tenth studio album, "Discipline".
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Chart PerformanceThe song achieved moderate success on the Billboard charts. It peaked at number 34 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Music VideoUnlike most of Janet Jackson's singles, "Luv" did not have an official music video.
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Lyrics ContentThe song features a storyline of a woman falling in love so hard, it's comparable to being hit by a car.
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ProductionThe record was produced by Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, a well-known producer who has worked with a variety of popular artists including Britney Spears, Michael Jackson, and Whitney Houston.
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Critical ResponseThe song received mixed to positive reviews from music critics. Some praised Jackson's vocals and the song’s catchy hook, while others criticized its lyrics.
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Genre and Style"Luv" is a pop and R&B song that returns to Janet Jackson's traditional sound while incorporating a modern twist. It features a synthesizer-based electronic background.
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Songwriting CreditsAlthough Jackson often contributes to the songwriting of her tracks, "Luv" was primarily written by Jerkins, Dernst Emile, Tasleema Yasin, and LaShawn Daniels.
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Sampling"Luv" features a direct sample of "Quick Slick" by Brick. This Atlanta band was known for their multi-genre approach, blending elements of jazz, soul, funk, and disco.
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PromotionAs part of the promotional strategy for the album, "Luv" was performed live during Jackson's Rock Witchu Tour in 2008.
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