Return of the Mack
Mark Morrison
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Oh, oh, come on, oh yeah Well I tried to tell you so (yes, I did) But I guess you didn't know As I said the story goes Baby, now I got the flow 'Cause I knew it from the start Baby, when you broke my heart That I had to come again and show you that I'm real (You lied to me) all those times I said that I love you (You lied to me) yes I tried, yes I tried (You lied to me) even though you know I'd die for you (You lied to me) yes I cried, yes I cried (Return of the Mack) it is (Return of the Mack) come on (Return of the Mack) oh my God (You know that I'll be back) here I am (Return of the Mack) once again (Return of the Mack) pump up the world (Return of the Mack) watch my flow (You know that I'll be back) here I go So I'm back up in the game Running things to keep my swing (all night long) Letting all the people know That I'm back to run the show 'Cause what you did, you know was wrong And all the nasty things you've done So, baby, listen carefully While I sing my come-back song (You lied to me) 'cause she said she'd never turn on me (You lied to me) but you did, but you do (You lied to me) all these pains you said I'd never feel (You lied to me) but I do, but I do, do, do (Return of the Mack) here it is (Return of the Mack) hold on (Return of the Mack) don't you know (You know that I'll be back) here I go (Return of the Mack) oh little girl (Return of the Mack) wants my pearl (Return of the Mack) up and down (You know that I'll be back) round and round Uh, Mark stop lying about your big break (You lied to me) 'cause she said she'd never turn on me (You lied to me) but you did, but you do (You lied to me) all these pain you said I'd never feel (You lied to me) but I do, but I do, do, do (Return of the Mack) it is (Return of the Mack) come on (Return of the Mack) oh my God (You know that I'll be back) here I am (Return of the Mack) once again (Return of the Mack) pump up the world (Return of the Mack) watch my flow (You know that I'll be back) don't you know (Return of the Mack) here it is (Return of the Mack) hold on (Return of the Mack) be strong (You know that I'll be back) here I go (Return of the Mack) my little girl (Return of the Mack) wants my pearl (Return of the Mack) up and down (You know that I'll be back)
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Written by: Mark Anthony Joseph Morrison
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Release Year"Return of the Mack" was released in the year 1996 by the British R&B singer Mark Morrison as his debut single from his debut album of the same name.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart, making it Morrison's most successful single. Interestingly, it reached number two on the US Billboard Hot 100, staying there for a couple of weeks.
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Chart DurationIt managed to stay on the UK charts for 40 weeks, marking its long-lasting popularity.
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GenreThe song is predominantly classified within the R&B and G-funk genres, with notable elements of hip hop and dance music.
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Platinum StatusIn the United States, "Return of the Mack" earned the Platinum status with more than one million copies sold.
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Songwriter and ProducerThe song was both written and produced by Mark Morrison himself.
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Sample UsageThe song's instrumental part contains a sample from "Genius of Love" by Tom Tom Club.
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Music VideoThe music video features Mark Morrison with several clips of a vintage city life and him hanging out with friends, reflecting the song's theme of comeback and celebration.
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Covers and RemixesSince its release, several artists and musicians have covered and remixed "Return of the Mack". For instance, it was famously sampled in "I Wish" by rapper Post Malone.
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Usage in MediaThe song has been used in numerous films, advertisements, television series, and video games. For example, it was prominently featured in the movie "The Man" and the HBO series "Insecure."
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Resurgence in PopularityThe song saw a resurgence in popularity during the 2010s due to its inclusion in various meme videos and viral online content.
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Cultural Impact"Return of the Mack" is often cited as a classic 90's R&B anthem and is frequently played at events, parties, and on nostalgic 90's music platforms.
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