Whatcha Say
Jason Derulo
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Wh-wh-wh-what did you say? Mm whatcha say? Mm that you only meant well? Well of course you did Mm whatcha say? (Jason Derulo) Mm that it's all for the best? Of course it is I was so wrong for so long Only tryin' to please myself Girl, I was caught up in her lust When I don't really want no one else Oh, no, I know I should've treated you better But me and you were meant to last forever So let me in (Let me in) Give me another chance (Another chance) To really be a man 'Cause when the roof caved in and the truth came out I just didn't know what to do But when I become a star we'll be living so large I'll do anything for you So tell me girl Mm whatcha say? Mm that you only meant well? Well of course you did Mm whatcha say? (Whatcha say? Whatcha say?) Mm that it's all for the best? Of course it is Mm whatcha say? Mm that you only meant well? Well of course you did Mm whatcha say? (Whatcha say? Whatcha say?) Wh-wh-wh-whatcha say? How could I live with myself Knowing that I let our love go? And ooh, what I'd do for one chance I just gotta let you know I know what I did wasn't clever But me and you were meant to be together So let me in (Let me in) Give me another chance (Another chance) To really be a man 'Cause when the roof caved in and the truth came out I just didn't know what to do But when I become a star we'll be living so large I'll do anything for you So tell me girl Mm whatcha say? Mm that you only meant well? Well of course you did Mm whatcha say? (Whatcha say? Whatcha say?) Mm that it's all for the best? Of course it is Mm whatcha say? Mm that you only meant well? Well of course you did Mm whatcha say? (Whatcha say? Whatcha say?) Wh-wh-wh-whatcha say? Girl, tell me whatcha said I don't want you to leave me Though you caught me cheatin' Tell me, tell me whatcha said I really need you in my life 'Cause things ain't right, girl Tell me, tell me whatcha said I don't want you to leave me Though you caught me cheatin' Tell me, tell me whatcha said I really need you in my life 'Cause things ain't right 'Cause when the roof caved in and the truth came out I just didn't know what to do (I just didn't know what to do) But when I become a star we'll be living so large I'll do anything for you So baby watcha say? Mm whatcha say? Mm that you only meant well? Well of course you did (Well of course I did, baby) Mm whatcha say? (Whatcha say? Whatcha say?) Mm that it's all for the best? Of course it is (Well, of course it is) Mm whatcha say? Mm that you only meant well? (Whatcha say?) Well of course you did Mm whatcha say? (Whatcha say? Whatcha say?) Wh-wh-wh-whatcha say?
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Written by: JONATHAN ROTEM, KISEAN ANDERSON, IMOGEN HEAP, JASON DESROULEAUX
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Whatcha Say" is a debut single by American singer Jason Derulo, released as the lead single from his self-titled debut studio album in 2009.
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Song ElementsThe song is famous for its use of Imogen Heap's song "Hide and Seek" as a sample, which forms a core part of "Whatcha Say"'s chorus.
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Chart SuccessThe track was a huge chart success, peaking at no. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Derulo's first number-one hit in the United States.
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Certification and Sales"Whatcha Say" was certified double Platinum by the RIAA in the United States, having sold over 5 million digital downloads globally.
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Music Video FactsIts music video was released in October 2009, which also marked Derulo's first music video.
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CollaborationThe song was co-written by Derulo, alongside Imogen Heap, JR Rotem, German and Claude Kelly. JR Rotem also produced the track.
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PerformanceDerulo performed 'Whatcha Say' on several occasions, including on the reality dancing show 'So You Think You Can Dance.'
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ConceptThe song revolves around the theme of betrayal, remorse, and the plea for forgiveness, inspired by a personal experience of Jason Derulo.
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RecognitionDespite the criticism for using the popular sample, the song is often recognized as the breakthrough for Jason Derulo’s career.
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Aired on TV Show"Whatcha Say" has been featured in various television series, including the "Gossip Girl" episode "The Last Days of Disco Stick."
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