Good Man

Raphael Saadiq

About Good Man

"Good Man" is a song by American recording artist Ne-Yo, released on February 6, 2018. It was written by Ne-Yo along with Darhyl "DJ" Camper Jr. for his same-titled seventh studio album (2018), while production was helmed by the latter. The song contains a sample of "Untitled (How Does It Feel)" (2000) as performed by D'Angelo. Due to the inclusion of the sample, D'Angelo and co-writer Raphael Saadiq are also credited as songwriters. Serving as the album's lead single, "Good Man" became Ne-Yo's first song to top the US Adult R&B Songs chart.  


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2016
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I'm a good man, food's on the table, working two jobs
Ready willing and able check your name
I'm having fun, got no kids and I love the Lord, check your name
I'm monogamous, never did time but maybe just once, check your name
And I puts it down, wanna see it twice, brother puts it down, check

How could you ever walk away, after all I've done for you
I feel like there's a knife in my back, babe
You might as well pull it all the way through

Good man, I'm a good man, food's on the table, working two jobs
Ready willing and able check your name, good man
I'm having fun, got no kids and I love the Lord, check your name
Good man, I'm monogamous never did time but maybe just once, check your name
And I puts it down, wanna see it twice, brother puts it down, check

You watched them hand cuff me lady, and walk me to my room
I never been so humiliated, I don't think that I deserve it for you
Good man, I'm a good man, food's on the table, working two jobs
Ready willing and able check your name, good man
I'm having fun, got no kids and I love the Lord, check your name
I'm monogamous  never did time but maybe just once, check your name
And I puts it down, wanna see it twice, brother puts it down, check
Right now I'm a better, better than ever, so much better than ever
My life is better, my love is pretty, so much better, now
Without you, I never had so
Without you, whenever inside
(I'm a good man) How could you just walk away
When the things got rough you quickly ran into... somebody say
There's one thing I know so I'm a tell you that I'm a good man, back to you, a good man
Good man, good man, good man, good man

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Raphael Saadiq

Raphael Saadiq ( /səˈdiːk/) (born Charles Ray Wiggins; May 14, 1966) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, guitarist, and record producer. Saadiq has been a standard bearer for "old school" R&B since his early days as a member of the multiplatinum group Tony! Toni! Toné! He also produced songs of such artists as TLC, Joss Stone, D'Angelo, Mary J. Blige, and John Legend. more »

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Written by: TAURA STINSON, RAPHAEL SAADIQ

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Artistic Collaboration
"Good Man" is a song by American singer-song witer, Ne-Yo, featuring multi-instrumentalist and record producer, Raphael Saadiq. Known for his exceptional contributions to R&B, Saadiq produced this heartwarming track.
Album Fact
The song is the title track and seventh track on Ne-Yo's seventh studio album "Good Man," which was released on June 8, 2018.
Music Style
It is an R&B song, a genre both artists are well-known for, with elements of soul and a touch of funk. The inclusion of Raphael Saadiq suggests a blend of contemporary and a classic R&B feel.
Lyrics Theme
Lyrically, "Good Man" is about Ne-Yo expressing his commitment and dedication to being a good man to his significant other, promoting a positive image of black love and responsibility.
Music Video
The music video for "Good Man" was released on February 8, 2018. It showcases scenes of trials and tribulations in relationships and ends on a hopeful note, reflecting the song's positive message.
Performance & Reception
"Good Man" received positive reviews from music critics who generally praised its lyrical content and Ne-Yo's vocal delivery. However, it did not chart on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Award Nominations
The album "Good Man" including the song "Good Man" earned Ne-Yo a Grammy nomination for Best R&B album at the 61st Grammy Awards, attesting to its exceptional quality and resonance with listeners.
Promotion
The release of the song "Good Man" was accompanied by a promotional campaign titled, "Good Man Season," which entailed Ne-Yo sharing stories and experiences of what it meant to be a good man.
Raphael Saadiq Involvement
Raphael Saadiq co-produced the song, and while he does not sing on it, his influences could be heard throughout making the track soulful and rich in sound.
Personal Inspiration
Ne-Yo has stated in interviews that he was inspired to write "Good Man" and other songs on the album from his personal life and experiences, particularly his relationship with his wife.

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