The Way I Are (Dance With Somebody)

Bebe Rexha, Lil Wayne

About The Way I Are (Dance With Somebody)

"The Way I Are (Dance with Somebody)" is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha featuring American rapper Lil Wayne, from her third extended play (EP) All Your Fault: Pt. 2. It was released on May 19, 2017 by Warner Bros. Records as the lead single from the EP. The single was leaked a week before its release, though it was deleted soon after. The single was serviced to pop radio on June 6, 2017.


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I'm sorry, I'm not the most pretty
I'll never ever sing like Whitney
Ooh, but I still wanna dance with somebody (Tunechi)

So lets let all hearts bleed, 'til they turn to rust
Gonna live it up, 'cause it's dangerous
No, I don't wanna play the part (Amen)
I just wanna dance with somebody (Amen)
I just wanna dance with somebody (yeah)

I just wanna dance with somebody
I just wanna dance with somebody
It could be anybody, tell me, are you that somebody?
Don't matter who you are, just love me the way I are
I just wanna dance with somebody
I just wanna dance with somebody

I just wanna dance with somebody
But I could never ever dance like Bobby
You can dance, I'mma watch your body
I just wanna stand right behind it
I just want a chance with somebody
Pop a couple xans with somebody
Every time she dance it's exotic
Throw a bunch of bands arms get tired
I'm the God I just want a goddess
Gotta use a bedroom for a closet
Got a whole bedroom, on the private
I know her body inside, out science
Kiss both boobs right before I sign 'em
Can't dance but kinda grind 'em
Yeah, I be right behind her, spinal
We can turn this dance floor to a island

I just wanna dance with somebody (Mula)
I just wanna dance with somebody
It could be anybody, tell me, are you that somebody? (Tunechi)
Don't matter who you are, just love me the way I are
I just wanna dance with somebody
I just wanna dance with somebody

Bloody noses, speeding cars
Lethal doses, desperate hearts
Roll it up 'cause we so ill
Heaven knows we love the thrill
No, I don't wanna play the part
I just wanna dance with somebody
I just wanna dance with somebody

I just wanna dance with somebody (Mula)
I just wanna dance with somebody
It could be anybody, tell me, are you that somebody? (Tunechi)
Don't matter who you are, just love me the way I are
I just wanna dance with somebody
I just wanna dance with somebody
I just wanna dance with somebody
I just wanna dance with somebody
It could be anybody, tell me, are you that somebody?
Don't matter who you are, just love me the way I are
I just wanna dance with somebody
I just wanna dance with somebody

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Lil Wayne

Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. (born September 27, 1982), better known by his stage name Lil Wayne ( /ˌlɪl ˈweɪn/), is an American rapper. In 1991, at the age of nine, Lil Wayne joined Cash Money Records as the youngest member of the label, and half of the duo, The B.G.'z, with B.G.. In 1996, Lil Wayne joined the group Hot Boys, which also included rappers Juvenile, B.G., and Young Turk. Hot Boys debuted with Get It How U Live! that year. Lil Wayne gained most of his success with the group's major selling album Guerrilla Warfare, released in 1999. Also in 1999, Lil Wayne released his Platinum debut album Tha Block Is Hot, selling over one million copies in the U.S. more »

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Written by: BLETA REXHA, CLARENCE COFFEE, DWAYNE CARTER, GEORGE MERRILL, JACOB KASHER HINDLIN, JOEL LITTLE, JONAS JEBERG, SHANNON RUBICAM

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Music Genres
"The Way I Are (Dance with Somebody)" is a fusion of pop and dance music. It features heavy bass beats blended with catchy pop lyrics.
Release Information
The song was released on May 19, 2017, as part of Bebe Rexha's third extended play (EP), "All Your Fault: Pt. 2".
Producer and Songwriters
It was produced by Joel Little, who is known for his work with artists like Lorde and Taylor Swift, and co-written by Rexha along with Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Clarence Coffee Jr., Little, and Joseph Kirkland.
Inspiration Reference
The title and the chorus of the song are recognizably inspired by Whitney Houston's hit "I Wanna Dance with Somebody", one of the greatest dance-pop songs of all time.
Lil Wayne's Rap Feature
The song features a distinctive rap verse from Grammy-winning artist Lil Wayne, adding a different flavor to the track.
Commercial Performance
Despite not breaking into the US Billboard Hot 100, it was successful in other countries, reaching number 2 in Lebanon and number 27 in Hungary.
Music Video
The music video for "The Way I Are (Dance with Somebody)" was directed by X, an acclaimed music video director also known as Director X. The vibrant video reflects the song's energetic and playful vibe.
Live Performances
Bebe Rexha has performed the song live at several big events, including the 2017 Teen Choice Awards.
Lyrical Theme
The song's lyrics revolve around the theme of self-acceptance and individuality, encouraging listeners to dance and have fun as they are.
Promotion on Social Media
Rexha used her social media platform to promote the song prior to its release, sharing teasers of the music video and making her followers anticipate its release.

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