We Ride (I See the Future)

Mary J. Blige

About We Ride (I See the Future)

"We Ride (I See the Future)" is a song by American recording artist Mary J. Blige. Recorded for her greatest hits album, Reflections (A Retrospective) (2006), it was released to US radio in the first week of November. Upon its release, it became a top ten hit in Italy and reached the top 20 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. "We Ride" was produced by Bryan Michael Cox and Jon Jon Traxx, written by Cox and Johnta Austin. The premise of the song is a celebration of her newfound happiness with husband and manager, Kendu Isaacs. The song contains the lyrics "from the day to the night we ride, I see the future, baby, you and I, better with time" and Cox stated "Mary's married, she's happy, in the best shape of her life, her voice is in the best shape of her life... people thought she was over, done, then she came through with The Breakthrough - "We Ride" celebrates all of that." 


Year:
2006
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Just can't help it
I love my hun
All that I need and all that I want

Said I just can't help it
I love my hun
All that I need and all that I want

Everybody asking
"Why Mary ain't mad no more?"
It seems like a question that I've already answered
Like too many times before
Now, ladies, if you got a man and he treat you real good
Ain't you gon' flex every chance that you get?
Now, ain't you gonna love him just like you should
Especially when you never thought you would?
Yeah, oh, you know that I'm all into the feeling
And I never look to lose it
Oh, for sho'
This is consistent with you
I find a rhythm

From the day to the night
We ride
We ride
We ride
Hey, how you like it?
How you like it?
I see the future, baby
You and I, better with time

And it is what it is
And I just can't help it
And I felt what I felt
No, I just can't help it
I see the future, baby
Me and you
That's how we do

I got a song in my heart
That's all that I need
I sing it A Capella
I sing it to the beat
What we are is classic
You know it because your attitude shows it
Now, fellas, if you got a girl, and she treats you right
Ain't you gonna spend every dollar, every cent?
Eh, ain't you gonna make sure she stay fly
Especially when she's reppin' you for life?

From the day to the night
We ride
We ride
We ride
Hey, how you like it?
How you like it?
I see the future, baby
You and I, better with time

And it is what it is
And I just can't help it
And I felt what I felt
No, I just can't help it
I see the future, baby
Me and you
That's how we do

You are mine
I told you before
I wouldn't lie
I need you and more
Gotta stay with you
I am safe with you
Let me repeat it in case you forgot
Love is a mountain and we're at the top
Yeah, breath and strength
'Cause I see the future in your eyes

From the day to the night
We ride
We ride
We ride
Hey, how you like it?
How you like it?
I see the future, baby
You and I, better with time

And it is what it is
And I just can't help it
And I felt what I felt
No, I just can't help it
I see the future, baby
Me and you
That's how we do

From the day to the night
We ride
We ride
We ride
Now how you like it?
How you like it?
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I see the future, baby
You and I, better with time

And it is what it is
And I just can't help it
And I felt what I felt
No, I just can't help it
I see the future, baby
Me and you
That's how we do

Just can't help it
I love my hun
(And we ride)
All that I need and all that I want

Said I just can't help it
I love my hun
(And we ride)
All that I need and all that I want

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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: BRYAN MICHAEL PAUL COX, JOHNTA M. AUSTIN, KENDRICK ASHLEY JEVON DEAN, MARY J. BLIGE

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"We Ride (I See the Future)" is a song by Mary J. Blige, an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She has been awarded 9 Grammy Awards and three Golden Globe nominations, along with many other accolities.
Release Information
The song, which was later included in her 'Reflections – A Retrospective' album, was released as the album's lead single in November 2006.
Genre and Style
The song embraces the Contemporary R&B genre, showcasing Blige's soulful vocal style.
Song Production
It was produced by Bryan-Michael Cox and Kendrick "WyldCard" Dean, both record producers and songwriters in the contemporary R&B and hip hop industry.
Chart Performance
While it didn't reach the peak of her other hits, the song still reached number 16 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart, demonstrating a steady audience response.
Music Video
The music video for "We Ride (I See The Future)" was directed by Erik White who is known in the industry for creating visual masterpieces.
Song Perception
The song is seen as inspirational and motivational, with its lyrics suggesting a hopeful future and unyielding resilience.
Lyric Contributors
The lyrics were written by Mary J. Blige, Bryan-Michael Cox, Kendrick Dean, and Johnta Austin.
Nostalgic Element
An interesting feature about this song is that it captures a nostalgic element, reflecting on the journey and evolution of Mary J. Blige, musically and personally.
Significance
"We Ride (I See The Future)" is significant as it marked the beginning of Blige's work in her 'Reflections' album, a deeply personal and reflective piece for the artist.

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