So Anxious

Ginuwine

About So Anxious

"So Anxious" is a song by R&B singer Ginuwine. It was the third single released from his second album 100% Ginuwine. Produced by Timbaland and written by Static Major, "So Anxious" was Ginuwine's second Top 20 pop hit, and peaked into the Top 5 on the R&B charts. The song describes the narrator anxiously waiting on his lover all night to return his calls so that she can meet him for romance. The music video, directed by Chris Robinson, featured an appearance by rapper Solé and was known for changing Ginuwine's hairstyle from a baby afro to a cornrow fade. Ginuwine began dating Solé soon after the video was filmed and they wed in 2003. In the music video, Ginuwine drives a Lamborghini Diablo Roadster VT. 


Year:
1999
4:35
1,131 
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Nine o'clock (Nine o'clock), home alone (home alone),
Paging you (Paging you),
Wishing you'd come over my place (My place)
After while (After while), let me know (Let me know)
We can't just keep talking about the last time (Last time)
You were here (You were here)
What we did (What we did)
(No sleep till morning)
Only bubble baths (Bubble baths)
And back rubs (Back rubs)
Hit me back (Hit me back)
Girl I hope you hurry 'cause

I'm so anxious so meet me at eleven-thirty
I love the way your talkin' dirty said I'm
So anxious girl could you quit this stallin'
You know I'm a sexaholic said I'm

So anxious so meet me at eleven-thirty
I love the way your talkin' dirty said I'm
So anxious, girl could you quit this stallin'
You know I'm a sexaholic said I'm

It' 10:10 (10:10)
Where you been (Where you been)
Did you get my message? (Get my message)
(Your expression is tellin' me that you've been thinkin' the same thang)
The same thang I've been thinkin' (I've been thinkin')
You say you're workin' (Say you're workin')
Well hit me just as soon as you're shift is over (Over)
And I'll be waitin' (I'll be waitin')
'cause I can't sleep (I can't sleep)
For reminiscin'
Reminscin' about you (About you)
And what we do  (And what we do)
Hit me back (Hit me back)
And I you hope 'cause I'm

So anxious so meet me at eleven-thirty
I love the way your talkin' dirty said I'm
So anxious girl could you quit this stallin'
You know I'm a sexaholic said I'm

So anxious so meet me at eleven-thirty
I love the way your talkin' dirty said I'm
So anxious girl could you quit this stallin'
You know I'm a sexaholic said I'm

Said as soon as you hit the door
I'mma pull you down on the floor
And before we get to touch the bed
Baby back up every word you said
And before we, got to hit the lights
And before we start the candlelight
Baby girl I want to bump and grind
This is something that is on my mind

So anxious so meet me at eleven-thirty
I love the way your talkin' dirty said I'm
So anxious girl could you quit this stallin'
You know I'm a sexaholic said I'm

So anxious so meet me at eleven-thirty
I love the way your talkin' dirty said I'm
So anxious

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Ginuwine

Elgin Baylor Lumpkin (born October 15, 1970), better known by his stage name Ginuwine is an American singer-songwriter dancer and actor. Signed to Epic Records since the mid-1990s, Ginuwine had released a number of multi-platinum and platinum-selling albums and singles, becoming one of R&B's top artists during the late 1990s and early 2000s . more »

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Written by: Benjamin Bush, Stephen Garrett, Timothy Mosley

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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17 facts about this song

Artist Bio
RnB artist Ginuwine, whose real name is Elgin Baylor Lumpkin, is known for his smooth vocal performances. He is considered one of the artists at the forefront of the late 90s to early 2000s R&B surge.
Release Date
"So Anxious" was released as the third single from Ginuwine's second studio album on April 2, 1999.
Album Info
The song is a part of his multi-platinum 1999 album "100% Ginuwine".
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 2 on the R&B/Hip-Hop chart.
Music Video
The music video for "So Anxious" features Ginuwine anxiously waiting for his love interest to come home, reflecting the lyrics of the song.
Song Duration
The length of "So Anxious" is 4 minutes and 36 seconds.
Song Reception
Rolling Stone magazine labeled the song as a "begging, pleading 'come home' ballad," resonating with many fans.
Song Meaning
The lyrics of "So Anxious" depict the anticipation of meeting a lover late at night.
Certified Platinum
"So Anxious" was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Songwriters
This song was written by Ginuwine, Timbaland, and Static Major.
Music Production
The track was produced by Timbaland, a renowned music producer who has worked with multiple top-tier artists across genres.
Samples
"So Anxious" samples the song "Anxious" by '80s soul singer Janne Schaffer.
Live Performances
"So Anxious" was a staple during Ginuwine's live shows, often eliciting loud cheers from the audience.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered or interpolated "So Anxious", including Trey Songz and Drake, attesting to its influence.
Cultural Impact
The song is considered a classic in 90s R&B music and is frequently featured in playlists themed around romantic or sensual R&B songs.
Soundtrack Inclusion
"So Anxious" was featured on the soundtrack of the movie "Romeo Must Die," where Ginuwine had a minor acting role.
Critical Acclaim
Over time, the song has been praised for Ginuwine's passionate vocal delivery, Timbaland's innovative production, and the overall sultry mood.

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