Everything

Mary J. Blige

About Everything

"Everything" is a 1997 song by R&B singer Mary J. Blige. Written and produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, it was released as the third single from Blige's third album, Share My World.


Year:
2006
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You are my everything
You are my everything
You, my everything
Everything, everything, everything

It's all because of you
I'm never sad and blue
You've brightened up my days
In your own special way
Whenever you're around
I'm never feeling down
You are my trusted friend
On you I can depend

You take me away
From the pain
And you bring me paradise
And when there were cloudy
Days you brought sunshine in my life
It never occurred
To me the first time I saw your face
I would fall so deep in love
That your love can't be replaced

You are my everything (you are my everything)
Love so good, so good only you can bring
You are my everything
You are everything
And everything is you

My darling only you
Can make my dreams come true
And every night I pray
You'll never go away
I promise I will try
Until the day I die
To treat you like a king
Cause you are my everything

You take me away
From the pain
And you bring me paradise
And when there were cloudy
Days you brought sunshine in my life
It never occurred
It never occurred, it never occurred to me
I would fall so deep 
That your love can't be replaced

You are my everything (you are my everything)
Love so good, so good only you can bring
You are my everything
You are everything
And everything is you

You are everything
And everything is you
You are everything
And everything is you

You are everything
And everything is you
You are everything
And everything is you

When you're lovin' me
Put your lovin' arms around me
When you're lovin' me
Said I feel so safe I found security
When you're lovin' me
Forever I want you home with me
(When you're lovin' me) My every every every everything

You are my everything (you are my everything)
Love so good, so good only you can bring
You are my everything
You are everything
And everything is you

(You take me away) You are everything
And everything is you
You are everything
And everything is you
You are everything
And everything is you
You are everything
And everything is you
You are everything
And everything is you
You are everything
And everything is you

You are my everything
Love so good, so good only you can bring
You are my everything
You are everything
And everything is you

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Mary J. Blige

Mary Jane Blige ( /ˈblaɪʒ/; born January 11, 1971), preferably known as Mary J. Blige, is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and occasional actress. She is a recipient of nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, and has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. She is the only artist with Grammy Award wins in R&B, Rap, Gospel, and Pop. more »

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Written by: FRED WESLEY, JAMES BROWN, JOHN STARKS

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Everything" by Mary J. Blige was released as a single in August 1997. It is incorporated in her third album, "Share My World".
Album Success
"Share My World", the album containing "Everything", marked a significant turning point in Mary J. Blige's career. It peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200 and was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Producer Contribution
"Everything" was produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, well-known producers who have worked with numerous successful artists including Janet Jackson and Usher.
Chart Performance
"Everything" achieved considerable chart success. It reached the top five on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and the top 25 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing the song's broad appeal.
Music Video
The music video for "Everything" was shot in beautiful exotic locations such as Hawaii and features Blige portraying multiple characters, which showcases her acting versatility.
Song Style
"Everything" showcases Blige's unique blend of R&B, soul, and hip hop, a style that has contributed to her success and recognition as the "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul".
Song Recognition
"Everything" is often recognized for its emotional depth, providing listeners with a raw and powerful exploration of love and longing.
Awards and Nominations
While the song itself did not win any awards, the album "Share My World" was nominated for Best R&B Album at the 40th Grammy Awards, highlighting the album’s and in effect, the song's contribution to Blige's career.
Sampling
The song samples "You Are Everything" by The Stylistics and "The Payback" by James Brown, showcasing a seamless fusion of different eras and genres of music.
Cultural Impact
"Everything" continues to be one of Mary J. Blige's most recognizable and beloved songs, with its popularity extending beyond its initial release to influence subsequent generations of R&B and hip-hop artists.

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