Single

New Kids on the Block, Ne-Yo

About Single

"Single" is the second single from New Kids on the Block's fifth studio album, The Block, which is a duet with Ne-Yo. The lead vocals were sung by Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, and Jordan Knight. Donnie also rapped in the song. The song was released on August 12, 2008 as a digital download. According to allaccess.com, the single impacted radio on September 2, 2008. the same day the album was released. The song was released as a CD single in the UK on November 11, 2008. Ne-Yo included a solo version of the song on his album Year of the Gentleman with a length of 4:18.  


Year:
2008
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If you ain't got no money
If you ain't got no money (yeah)
If you ain't got no money (Polow da don)
If you ain't got no money

If you independent get your money girl (aye)
If you independent get your money girl (aye)
If you independent get your money girl (aye)
If you independent get your money girl

Everybody in the club right now
Tell the DJ's to turn it loud
Dedicated man your favorite song
Single ladies you cant go wrong (hey)

Everybody in the club right now (hey)
Tell the DJ's to turn it loud (hey)
Dedicated man your favorite song

If you came here by yourself tonight
'Cause he wouldn't pick up the phone
He was supposed to bring you here tonight
Couldn't find him so you came alone

It don't matter 'cause your here now
And the music your enjoyin'
So for the next couple minutes
Baby I'ma be your boyfriend

[Chorus]
Pretty mama if your single, single
(You don't gotta be alone tonight)
So while the DJ play this single, single
(Just pretend that I'm your man tonight)
So you don't gotta be alone
(I'll be your boyfriend)
So you don't gotta be alone
(Girl I'll be your boyfriend)
So you don't gotta be alone
(Baby I'll be your boyfriend) (oh)
Be your boyfriend til the song goes off (mmmm)
So you don't gotta be alone
(I'll be your boyfriend)
So you don't gotta be alone
(Girl I'll be your boyfriend) 
So you don't gotta be alone
(Baby I'll be your boyfriend) (oh)
Be your boyfriend til the song goes off

Everybody in the club right now
Tell the DJ's to turn it loud
Dedicated man your favorite song
Single ladies you cant go wrong (hey)

Everybody in the club right now
Tell the DJ's to turn it loud
Dedicated man your favorite song

He don't tell you that your beautiful (beautiful)
Let me tell it to you to the beat
He don't tell you that he loves you girl (loves you girl)
Let me sing it in a harmony

Let my song get you higher (higher)
We never have to come back down (no no)
And if then u should miss me (miss me)
Just tell the DJ run it back now (oh)

Pretty mama if your single (hey) single
(You don't gotta be alone tonight)
So while the DJ run this single, single
(Just pretend that I'm your man tonight)

[Chorus]

Be your boyfriend 'till the song goes off
Sing us again
Be your boyfriend 'till this song goes off

Everybody in the club right now
Tell the DJ's to turn it loud
Dedicated man your favorite song
Single ladies u cant go wrong (hey)

Everybody in the club right now
Tell the DJ's to turn it loud
Dedicated man your favorite song
Single ladies u cant go wrong (hey)

Everybody in the club right now
Tell the DJ's to turn it loud
Dedicated man your favorite song

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New Kids on the Block

New Kids on the Block (also initialized as NKOTB) are an American boy band from Boston, Massachusetts, assembled in 1984 by producer Maurice Starr. The band consists of brothers Jordan and Jonathan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, and Danny Wood. more »

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Written by: JASON BLAINE MCEWEN, STEVEN DALE JONES

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Collaboration
"Single" is a song by American recording artist Ne-Yo and American boy band New Kids on the Block. It was an unexpected collaboration that caught many fans by surprise.
Release Details
The song was released on August 12, 2008, as a digital download in the United States, making it one of the most popular tracks of that time.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Single" earned respectable placements on various music charts. It reached number 72 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaked at number 53 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Album Inclusion
"Single" was included in the New Kids on the Block's fifth studio album, "The Block", which marked the group's first studio recording after a 14-year hiatus.
Song Theme
"Single" showcases a unique concept wherein the lyrics talk about finding a lonely girl in the club and making her single for a night. It is a nod to those heartbroken ladies at the club who are in need of companionship, even for just a short time.
Songwriting
Ne-Yo, who is well-recognized for his songwriting skills, was one of the writers of "Single". He has co-written songs for several other artists besides working on his own albums.
Music Video
The music video for "Single" was directed by Benny Boom, a well-known music video director. The video features actress and model Rosa Acosta which adds another interesting element to the song.
Remix Version
Due to its popularity, "Single" also has a version with rapper Juelz Santana. The rapper is featured on the remix of the song, adding a different vibe to it.
Live Performances
"Single" was part of the setlist during New Kids on the Block's 2008–2010 reunion tour, where they performed it regularly.
Critical Reception
The song received generally positive reviews from music critics, with many praising its catchy chorus and Ne-Yo's songwriting prowess.

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