Happy
Ashanti
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Woo, haha Right back at y'all It's the world's most talented record label, Murder Inc And that angelic voice you hear in the background Oh, that's our new princess of hip-hop and R&B Yo, Miss Ashanti, haha Boy, you fill me with so much joy You give whatever it is I need My love, here to stay, won't ever leave So glad that you fell in love with me My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you, babe Couldn't see me without you, babe My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you, babe Couldn't see me without you, baby (All my life) I been searchin' for you (Every day) so glad that I found you, boy (All my life) I been feelin' for you (Every day) I'm so happy, baby, yeah Boy, you got me feeling so good You take all my pain away from me Without you around, I couldn't be And I know you fell in love with me My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you, babe Couldn't see me without you, babe My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you, babe Couldn't see me without you, baby (All my life) I been searchin' for you (Every day) so glad that I found you, boy (All my life) I been feelin' for you (Every day) I'm so happy, baby, yeah I'm so happy that I fell in love (fell in love) I thank God he sent you from above (sent you from above) I'm so happy that I found someone (found someone) And I thank God He sent you from above (All my life) I been searchin' for you (Every day) so glad that I found you, boy (All my life) I been feelin' for you (Every day) I'm so happy, baby, yeah (All my life) I been (I been) searchin' (searchin') for you (Every day) so glad (so glad) that I (that I) found you, boy (All my life) I been (I been) feelin' (feelin') for you (Every day) I'm so happy, baby, yeah Mmm, that I wouldn't be without you, babe Couldn't see me without you, babe And I wouldn't be without you, babe Couldn't see me without you, baby
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Written by: Raymond James Calhoun, Ashanti Douglas, Andre Parker, Irving Lorenzo
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Happy" is a single by American singer Ashanti from her self-titled debut album. The song was released as the album's second single in 2002.
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Genre and ProductionThe song falls under the genre of R&B (Rhythm and Blues). It was produced by Irv Gotti, with whom Ashanti had a successful partnership throughout her early career.
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Commercial Success"Happy" achieved notable commercial success. It peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 2 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Happy" was set in Ashanti's hometown of Glen Cove, New York. The scenes portrayed her character's love story amidst her neighborhood's everyday life.
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Song Inspiration"Happy" lyrically discusses the joy and happiness that comes from being in a romantic relationship. Ashanti stated in interviews that the song is about the blissful state of mind one experiences while in love.
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Album Contribution"Happy" is one of the standout tracks that helped Ashanti's debut album become a commercial success. The album sold over 6 million copies worldwide.
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Remix VersionA remix version of "Happy" was released, featuring a guest verse from American rapper Charli Baltimore.
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Awards and NominationsAlthough "Happy" itself didn't receive any award nominations, Ashanti's debut album won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Album, thanks in part to the success of "Happy".
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Samples UsedThe song samples two tracks - "You're All I Need" by Mary J. Blige featuring Method Man and "I'm Glad You're Mine" by Al Green.
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Live PerformancesAshanti has performed "Happy" on various platforms such as the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, "Soul Train" and many others. These performances have become fan favorites due to Ashanti's energetic delivery and the song's uplifting message.
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