Poison
Bell Biv DeVoe
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Girl I must warn you I sense something strange in my mind Situation is serious Let's cure it 'cause we're running out of time Mm mm tell 'em Rick it's all so beautiful Relationships they seem from the start Yeah mm mm it's all so deadly When love is not together from the heart Mm mm check it out It's driving me out of my mind That's why it's hard for me to find Can't get it outta my head Miss her, kiss her, love her, wrong move you're dead That girl is poison Never trust a big butt and smile That girl is poison poison If I were you I'd take precaution Before I start to leave fly girl You know 'cause in some portions You'll think she's the best thing in the world She's so fly, she'll drive you right out of your mind Steal your heart when you're blind Beware she's schemin', she'll make you think you're dreamin' You'll fall in love and you'll be screamin' dreamin' Poison deadly moving it slow Looking for a mellow fellow like DeVoe Getting paid laid so better lay low Schemin' on hots my end the pro show The low pro hot should be cut like an afro See what you're sayin' huh She's weighin' but I know she's a loser How do you know me and the crew used to do her Poison I was at the bar shake shakin' takin' 'em off And that night I played the wall Checkin' out the fellas the highs the lows Keepin' one eye open still clockin' 'em Still one particular girl that stood out from the rest Poison as can be how how is she Michael me and see and I'm runnin' the show Bell Biv DeVoe ha-ha ha-ha Now you know you're Slick blow It's driving me out of my mind That's why it's hard for me to find Can't get it outta my head Miss her, kiss her, love her, wrong move you're dead That girl is poison (Poison poison) Never trust a big butt and smile Poison (Poison poison) She's dangerous Poison Oh yeah (poison) oh yeah (Poison poison)
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Written by: Elliott Straite, Jason Bowen
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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17 facts about this song
Release Date"Poison" was released on February 24, 1990.
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AlbumThe song is the title track of Bell Biv DeVoe's debut album "Poison".
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Group FormationBell Biv DeVoe is a group formed by three original members of the R&B group New Edition, namely Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, and Ronnie DeVoe.
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Genre"Poison" is considered a landmark song in the new jack swing genre, a fusion of hip hop and R&B.
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number one on the R&B chart.
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CertificationThe song is RIAA-certified platinum, meaning it sold over a million copies.
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Cultural Impact"Poison" is known for its catchy hook and its statement of caution against relationships, making it a favorite for generations.
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VideoIts accompanying music video was a staple on MTV and BET, showcasing urban dance moves and fashion.
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SampledThe song has been sampled in numerous other tracks by artists such as SWV, Dr. Dre, Scrufizzer, and more.
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Recognition"Poison" is ranked number 47 on VH1's 100 Greatest Songs of the 90's and is considered one of the greatest songs in hip hop and R&B history.
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Pop CultureThe track is often played in various media, including movies, TV shows, and commercials, for its pop culture reference.
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SalesIn 2017, Billboard reported that the song had sold 1.4 million digital copies to date.
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RelevanceOver 30 years after its release, the song is still a staple at parties and events, exemplifying its timeless appeal.
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Live PerformancesBell Biv DeVoe still frequently performs "Poison" at their live shows, often as the closing number.
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Producers"Poison" was produced by the duo Dr. Freeze and Spyderman who are known for working with major artists like Michael Jackson.
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Grammy NominationDespite its success and impact, "Poison" did not win a Grammy, but the album was nominated for "Best R&B/Urban Contemporary Album of the Year – Group, Band or Duo" at the 1991 Soul Train Music Awards.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by situations that the members had encountered in their relationships, cautioning men about deceptive women.
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