Until It's Gone
Monica
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It's a shame you ain't wanted when you had it, hey Gave my love and you took the shit for granted, hey And it was me those nights that you didn't come home Crying to my mama, blowing up your phone Just wait a little while, baby you gon' see That this gon' hurt you more than it hurt me Cause one thing that I know for sure Is you gon' miss me when I go And it's gon' hurt babe When you're all alone I guess it's true what people say You never know What you have until it's gone You can never say I didn't try, hey Gave my all but I couldn't make you fight, hey And it was me those nights that you didn't come home Crying to my mama, blowing up your phone Just wait a little while, baby you gon' see That this gon' hurt you more than it hurt me Cause one thing that I know for sure Is you gon' miss me when I go And it's gon' hurt babe When you're all alone I guess it's true what people say You never know What you have until it's gone And I can't say enough that it's gon' be me you'll miss, no And I can't say enough that it ain't gon' get no better than this I'm tryna make you realize I cried and I cried so many times But one thing I know It's gon' hurt when you go But one thing that I know babe One thing that I know for sure Is you gon' miss me when I go And it's gon' hurt babe You're all alone I guess it's true what people say You never know I guess it's true what people say You never know What you have until it's gone
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Written by: CAINON LAMB, THOMAS BELL, MISSY ELLIOTT, LINDA EPSTEIN, LAWRENCE PARKER, ANTHONY RANDOLPH, SCOTT STERLING, JAZMINE SULLIVAN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Album Information"Until it's Gone" is a single from Monica’s seventh studio album, "New Life," released in 2011.
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at No. 22 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, and number 1 on the US Adult R&B Songs (Billboard) chart.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from critics, some praising its emotional lyrical content and Monica's vocals, while others criticised its production.
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Songwriter and ProductionThe song was co-written by Jazmine Sullivan and co-produced by Missy Elliot, both prominent figures in the R&B genre.
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VideoThe music video starred Malinda Williams and Brian White, portraying a couple going through a break-up. It was applauded for its storytelling and acting.
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InspirationMonica has stated that the song was inspired by both personal experiences and the struggles and stories of others she knew.
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Song MeaningThe song's lyrics reflect on a relationship gone wrong, focusing on the themes of regret, loss, and appreciation.
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Notable Live PerformanceMonica performed "Until It's Gone" live on Wendy Williams show in 2011, showing off her powerful vocals innately.
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CollaborationThis song marks the continuation of Monica's long-standing musical relationship with Missy Elliott, with whom she has collaborated multiple times.
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Notable RecognitionDespite mixed critics' opinions, the song became a fan favorite and remains one of Monica's most popular songs among her fans.
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