Don't Wanna Be a Player
Joe
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Don't wanna be a player Don't wanna be a player Don't wanna be a player Don't wanna be a player Don't wanna be Don't wanna be a player no more I think I found someone I could live my life for Don't wanna be a player no more I think I found someone I could live my life for I'm yours, your mine, for sure I had enough of running wild I'm switching out my whole lifestyle I don't wanna live the way I used to I'm giving up the booty cause Spinning C's at the ta-ta bars No leaving with two or three girls to get me off All I need is one who's really down Someone to turn this player's life around Girl I feel like you could be the one To make a difference in my life Cause I'm tired of living tripe Don't wanna be a player no more I think I found someone I could live my life for Don't wanna be a player no more I think I found someone I could live my life for I'm yours, your mine, for sure No rolling with an entourage Celeb' style like a movie star Sippin down with the ladies all around me Laughing girls off at the way I was of the morning Gettin' beeps from Milan and Delhi A true player never gets a chance to sleep, no All I need is one who's really down Someone to turn this player's life around Girl I feel like you could be the one To make a difference in my life Cause I'm tired of living tripe Don't wanna be a player no more I think I found someone I could live my life for Don't wanna be a player no more I think I found someone I could live my life for I'm yours, your mine, for sure Baby girl I'm buggin over you You got me giving up the things I used to do You got so much in life to gain And to prove to you I'm getting out the game No more players style
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Written by: RODNEY JERKINS, RODNEY ROY JERKINS, JOLYON WARD SKINNER, JAPHE TEJEDA, JOE THOMAS, MICHELE WILLIAMS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
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13 facts about this song
Album Significance"Don't Wanna Be a Player" is a song from Joe's second studio album "All That I Am," released in 1998.
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CollaborationThe song is a collaboration between Joe and American rapper Big Pun.
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Single Release"Don't Wanna Be a Player" was released as a single in the year 1997.
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Chart PerformanceThe song performed well on charts across multiple countries. It reached number five on the US Billboard Hot 100 making it one of Joe's highest-charting singles.
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Cover Version"Don't Wanna Be a Player" is actually a cover of a song originally performed by Big Pun. Joe's reworked version is a slower, more R&B influenced take on the original.
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Iconic InterpolationThe song is well-known for its use of the opening string section from the Diana Ross song "Love Hangover."
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features both Joe and Big Pun and is famous for its flashy 90s style.
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Soundtrack Appearance"Don't Wanna Be a Player" was featured in the soundtrack of the 1997 film "Booty Call."
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Streaming SuccessThe song continues to be popular on streaming platforms like Spotify, where it has over 20 million listens.
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Impact"Don't Wanna Be a Player" is considered a classic in both Joe's catalogue and the R&B genre as a whole. It has been sampled and interpolated by various artists since its release.
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AwardsWhile no awards were won specifically for "Don't Wanna Be a Player," Joe earned a nomination at the Grammy Awards for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for his work on the entire album "All That I Am."
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Extended VersionThe song also has an extended version called "Don't Wanna Be a Player (Big Baby G & Stone Crossover Mix)" which adds extra verses and an extended instrumental section.
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Critical AcclaimThe song has received positive reviews from critics, with many praising its catchy chorus and Joe's smooth vocals. It is often cited as one of Joe's best songs.
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