Take Care
Rihanna, Drake
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I know you've been hurt by someone else I can tell by the way you carry yourself If you let me, here's what I'll do I'll take care of you (I'll take, I'll take) I've loved and I've lost I've asked about you and they told me things But my mind didn't change and I still feel the same What's a life with no fun? Please, don't be so ashamed I've had mine, you've had yours, we both know, we know They won't get you like I will, my only wish is I die real 'Cause that truth hurts and those lies heal And you can't sleep thinking that he lies still So you cry still, tears all on the pillowcase Big girls all get a little taste, ah Pushing me away so I give her space, ah Dealing with a heart that I didn't break I'll be there for you, I will care for you I keep thinking you just don't know Tryna run from that, say you done with that On your face, girl, it just don't show When you're ready, just say you're ready When all the baggage just ain't as heavy And the party's over, just don't forget me We'll change the pace and we'll just go slow You won't ever have to worry, you won't ever have to hide And you've seen all my mistakes, so look me in my eyes 'Cause if you let me, here's what I'll do I'll take care of you (I'll take, I'll take) I've loved and I've lost Yeah It's my birthday, I'll get high if I want to Can't deny that I want you, but I'll lie if I have to 'Cause you don't say you love me To your friends when they ask you Even though we both know that you do, you do One time, been in love one time You and all your girls in the club one time All so convinced that you're following your heart 'Cause your mind don't control what it does sometimes We all have our nights, though, don't be so ashamed I've had mine, you've had yours, we both know, we know You hate being alone, well you ain't the only one You hate the fact that you bought the dream And they sold you one And you love your friends, but somebody should've told you some' To save you, instead, they say Don't tell me, I don't care If you hurt, I don't tell you You don't care, it feels true Don't tell me, I don't care If you hurt, I don't tell you You don't care, it feels true I know you've been hurt by someone else I can tell by the way you carry yourself If you let me, here's what I'll do I'll take care of you (I'll take, I'll take) I've loved and I've lost
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Written by: Brook Benton, Aubrey Drake Graham, Noah James Shebib, Anthony George Palman, James Thomas Smith, Herbert Weiner, Wally Gold, John R. Gluck
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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14 facts about this song
Song's Origins"Take Care" was the title track from Drake's second studio album, which was released in 2011.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Aubrey Graham (Drake), Noah Shebib, Anthony Palman, and James Smith, along with others.
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Co-ArtistRihanna shared the lead vocals with Drake on this track, making it one of the memorable collaborations between the two.
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Genre"Take Care" is a fusion of R&B, Pop, and electronic music, showcasing Drake's signature style.
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Song InspirationThis song is born out of Drake's inspiration from Gil Scott-Heron’s track "I’ll Take Care of You."
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Production DetailsThe song was produced by Jamie xx and Noah "40" Shebib - a regular collaborator of Drake.
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Chart Performance"Take Care" peaked at No.7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Sales AchievementThe song has been certified as Platinum four times by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Music VideoThe music video of "Take Care" is directed by Yoann Lemoine, featuring both Drake and Rihanna.
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Reception"Take Care" was, and continues to be, well received by fans and critics alike for its tender, emotional lyrics and the strong chemistry between Drake and Rihanna.
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AwardThe song won the Grammy for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration in 2013.
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Usage in Media"Take Care" was used in the soundtrack of games like Grand Theft Auto V, and has been covered by artists like Florence and the Machine.
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ControversyIt sparked a bit of controversy for its sexually charged music video featuring Rihanna and Drake in various states of embrace.
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Legacy“Take Care” has since become one of Drake’s most iconic tracks, hinting at what was to come for the versatile rapper.
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