U Smile

Justin Bieber

About U Smile

"U Smile" is a song performed by Canadian recording artist Justin Bieber. It was written by Jerry Duplessis, Arden Altino, and Dan August Rigo, and produced by Duplessis and Altino. According to Bieber, the song is dedicated to his special fans. The song was released as the second digital-only single from the latter half of Bieber's debut album on March 16, 2010. It was released to mainstream radio in Canada on August 9, 2010, followed by a mainstream and rhythmic release on August 24, 2010, in the United States as the album's third single there. The song, a piano and instrument driven blue-eyed soul ballad, garnered acclaim from critics as a standout track from the album. The song charted at seventeen and twenty-seven respectively in the United States and Canada, and later charted in the United Kingdom. Bieber performed the song as an intro to "Baby" on the ninth season of American Idol and on Saturday Night Live. In August 2010, Varien, a Florida-based sound artist, slowed down Bieber's song 800% to produce a 35-minute-long track. It was compared to ambient music, including the works of Sigur Rós. The track became an internet meme in mid to late 2010. 


Year:
2010
3:17
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Oh oh oh
Yeah
Hm hm hm
I wait on you
Forever
Any day
Hand and foot
Your world
Is my world
Yeah
Ain't no way
You ever
Gonna get any
Less than you should

'Cause baby
You smile
I smile
Whoa
'Cause whenever
You smile
I smile
Hey, hey, hey

Your lips
My biggest weakness
Shouldn't have let you know
I'm always gonna do what they say
If you need me
I come runnin'
From a thousand miles away

When you smile
I smile
Whoa
You smile
I smile
Hey

Baby take my
Open heart
And all it offers
'Cause this is as
Unconditional as it'll
Ever get you ain't
Seen nothing yet
I won't ever
Hesitate
To give you more

'Cause baby
You smile
I smile
Whoa  whoa ah
You smile
I smile
Hey, hey, hey
You smile
I smile
I smile, I smile, I smile
You smile
I smile

Make me smile baby
Baby you won't ever want for nothing
You are my ins and my means now
With you there's no in between
I'm all in

'Cause my cards are on the table
And I'm willing and I'm able
But I fold
To your wish

'Cause it's my command
Hey, hey, hey

You smile
I smile
Whoa whoa ah ah
You smile
I smile
Hey, hey, hey

You smile
I smile
I smile, I smile, I smile
You smile
I smile
You smile
I smile
You smile
I smile

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Written by: August Rigo, Jerry Duplessis, Justin Bieber, Arden Altino

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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25 facts about this song

Song's Overview
"U Smile" is a song performed by Canadian recording artist Justin Bieber. It's the second single from his debut album, "My World 2.0", released in 2010.
Song's Inspiration
The song was reportedly written for Bieber's fans, intending to express his gratitude for their support. The lyrics were inspired by his appreciation for his fan base.
Composition
The musical composition of "U Smile" intertwines pop and soul genres, featuring piano accompaniment.
Chart Performance
"U Smile" peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, making it Bieber's third top twenty song on the chart. It also achieved top twenty status on the Canadian Hot 100.
Music Video
The music video for "U Smile" was directed by Colin Tilley and featured a narrative about a fan meeting and falling in love with Justin.
Popular Production Team
The song was produced by the well-known production duo, The Runners, who have also worked with other A-list artists like DJ Khaled and Rick Ross.
Certification
"U Smile" later achieved the Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying over a million copies sold.
Slow Version
A slowed-down 35-minute version of "U Smile" created by musician Nick Pittsinger, using the software PaulStretch, became viral on the internet and even got recognition from Bieber himself.
Live Performances
Bieber has performed "U Smile" in several live settings, such as on the ninth season of "American Idol" and during his "My World Tour".
Critical Reception
Although the song was not as commercially successful as other singles from the album, it was often noted for showcasing Bieber's vocals and was generally well-received by music critics.
Release Date
"U Smile" by Justin Bieber was released on August 9, 2010.
Album Trivia
This song is featured in Bieber's debut studio album, "My World 2.0."
Chart Performance
"U Smile" became a major hit, which reached number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Canadian Origin
The song represents Bieber's Canadian origination, as Bieber himself was born and raised in Ontario, Canada.
Inspirational Message
Bieber once mentioned that the song is about the fans that support him. He stated, "U Smile is one of the best songs I have ever recorded..."
Song Genre
The song is a teen pop ballad with a tempo of 75 beats per minute.
Songwriting Team
"U Smile" was written by Jerry Duplessis, Arden Altino, Dan August Rigo, and Justin Bieber himself.
Commercial Success
The song became a top forty hit in the United States and Canada.
Awards and Recognition
Despite not winning any awards, "U Smile" was nominated for the "Choice Love Song" at the Teen Choice Awards.
Famous Remix
A slowed-down version of the song, that lasts 35 minutes, was created by musician Nick Pittsinger, demonstrating how Bieber's voice sounds in a lengthy, slowed-down version. Pittsinger's version gained so much popularity that it became viral online.
Video Composition
The music video for "U Smile" was directed by Colin Tilley and has a 1950s vibe.
Special Lyrics Mention
The lyrics of "U Smile" makes a special mention of Justin's love for his fans, which was a strategy that increased his popularity among the young listeners.
Multi-Certifications
Due to its success, the song earned Platinum certifications in both Canada and the United States.
Memorable TV Performances
Bieber performed the song on several television shows including The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and The Next Star - a Canadian reality TV show.
Song's Influence
"U Smile" has influenced pop culture, specifically teen pop, proving that songs with a teenage theme can have broad appeal and success.

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