Butterflies
Michael Jackson
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All you gotta do is walk away and pass me by Don't acknowledge my smile when I try to say hello to you, yeah And all you gotta do is not answer my calls when I'm trying to get through To keep me wondering why, when all I can do is sigh I just want to touch you I just want to touch and kiss And I wish that I could be with you tonight You give me butterflies inside, inside and I All I gotta say is that I must be dreaming, can't be real You're not here with me, still I can feel you near me I caress you, let you taste us, just so blissful listen I would give you anything baby, just make my dreams come true Oh baby you give me butterflies I just want to touch and kiss And I wish that I could be with you tonight You give me butterflies inside, inside and I I just want to touch and kiss And I wish that I could be with you tonight You give me butterflies inside, inside and I If you would take my hand, baby I would show you Guide you to the light babe If you would be my love, baby I will love you, love you 'Til the end of time I just want to touch and kiss And I wish that I could be with you tonight You give me butterflies inside, inside and I I just want to touch and kiss And I wish that I could be with you tonight You give me butterflies inside, inside and I I just want to touch and kiss And I wish that I could be with you tonight You give me butterflies inside, inside and I
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Written by: Isaac Hayes, Michael Joe Jackson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Butterflies" is a song from the critically acclaimed tenth studio album, "Invincible", by Michael Jackson. The album was released in 2001.
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Song Creation"Butterflies" was written by Andre Harris and Marsha Ambrosius. The duo is known as the Philadelphia-based team Floetry.
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Chart PerformanceThe song didn't have an official release as a single in the United States; however, it still managed to reach the number 14 spot on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 charts.
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Music VideoDespite its popularity, "Butterflies" never had a promotional music video, making it one of the few popular Michael Jackson songs without an official music video.
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Cover VersionIn 2002, American artist Eve sampled "Butterflies" in her song "Hey Y'all" from the album "Eve-Olution."
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Lyrics Theme"Butterflies" deals with the theme of being deeply in love to the point where the feeling resembles butterflies fluttering in one’s stomach.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised "Butterflies" for Jackson's vocal performance and its calm, serene vibe that showcased his softer, more romantic side.
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Album SuccessEven though "Invincible" received mixed reviews, it was commercially successful and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, selling over 363,000 copies in its first week. As of 2021, it has been certified double platinum by the RIAA.
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Remix VersionA remix of "Butterflies" by DJ and music producer Track Masters was released, featuring American rapper Eve.
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Last Studio Album"Invincible" holds a special significance as it was Michael Jackson's last studio album released during his lifetime.
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