Hate on Me
Jill Scott
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If I could give you the world on a silver platter Would it even matter, you'd still be mad at me If I could find in all this a dozen roses Which I would give to you, you'd still be miserable Here reality I'm gon' be who I be and I don't feel no faults For all the lies that you bought You can try as you may, break me down but I say That it ain't up to you, gone and do what you do Hate on me, hater, now or later 'Cause I'm gonna do me, you'll be mad, baby Go 'head and hate on me, hater, I'm not afraid of What I got I paid for, you can hate on me Ooh, if I gave you peaches outta my own garden And I made you a peach pie, would you slap me high Wonder if I gave you diamonds out of my own womb Would you feel the love in that or ask why not the moon If I gave you sanity for the whole of humanity Had all the solutions for the pain and pollution No matter where I live, despite the things I give You'll always be this way, so go 'head and Hate on me, hater, now or later 'Cause I'm gonna do me, you'll be mad, baby Go 'head and hate on me, hater, I'm not afraid of What I got I paid for, you can hate on me (repeat) You cannot hate on me 'cause my mind is free Feel my destiny, so shall it be You cannot hate on me 'cause my mind is free Feel my destiny, so shall it be Hate on me, hater, now or later 'Cause I'm gonna do me, you'll be mad, baby Go 'head and hate on me, hater, I'm not afraid of What I got I paid for, you can hate on me (repeat) You cannot hate on me 'cause my mind is free Feel my destiny, so shall it be You cannot hate on me 'cause my mind is free Feel my destiny, so shall it be Hate on me, hater, now or later 'Cause I'm gonna do me, you'll be made, baby Go 'head and hate on me, hater, I'm not afraid of What I got I paid for, you can hate on me
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Written by: ADAM W. BLACKSTONE, JILL H. SCOTT, STEVEN WADELL MCKIE
Lyrics © JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP
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15 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Hate on Me" is a song from the Neo-Soul and R&B genre that shows Jill Scott's commitment to authenticity in her music.
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Album InformationThe song is a single from Jill Scott's third studio album "The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3," released in 2007.
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Song MessageThe song sends a message of resilience and self-love, encouraging listeners to embrace themselves fully and not let negativity from others affect their self-belief.
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Music Video DirectionThe music video for "Hate on Me" was directed by American film and music video director, Clifton Bell.
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Chart Performance"Hate on Me" stayed on the U.S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart for 20 weeks and peaked at position 27.
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Television PerformanceThe song gained wide attention when it was performed in the popular Fox television musical drama series, "Glee," in 2009.
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Social ImpactThe song has been embraced by many as an anthem of empowerment and self-love, gaining a cult-like status in the R&B community.
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Critical AcclaimThe song received widespread positive reviews from music critics, many praising Scott's powerful vocals and the song's empowering lyrics.
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Song's InstrumentationThe sound of "Hate on Me" is distinguished by its use of brass instruments, providing a soulful, jazz-inspired backdrop to Scott's expressive vocals.
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Award Nomination"Hate on Me" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Urban/Alternative Performance in 2008.
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CollaborationThe song was written by Jill Scott collaboratively with Adam Blackstone and Steve McKie, showcasing her appreciation for creative collaboration.
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Cultural ImpactSince its release, "Hate on Me" has been used in various forms of media, from films to television shows, further cementing its impact on popular culture.
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Inspiration Behind the SongJill Scott has mentioned in interviews that she wrote "Hate on Me" as a way to defy haters and negative influencers in her life.
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Time Signature"Hate on Me" is played in a unique 12/8 time signature, which adds to the track's soulful and distinct rhythmic feel.
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Live PerformanceJill Scott has performed "Hate on Me" at several of her concerts often incorporating a powerful use of lighting and staging to highlight the song's theme.
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