Wish I Didn't Miss You

Angie Stone

About Wish I Didn't Miss You

"Wish I Didn't Miss You" is a song by American recording artist Angie Stone. It was written by Ivan Matias and Andrea Martin for Stone's second studio album, Mahogany Soul (2001), while production was helmed by Matias, Martin and Swizz Beatz. The song features an interpolated composition of The O'Jays's 1972 record "Back Stabbers" as written by Leon Huff, Gene McFadden, and John Whitehead. It was the last song ever played at Space nightclub in Ibiza on October 3, 2016. It was played by Carl Cox.  


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Oh yeah
Same old story is back again
She's not a lover, she's just a friend
I'm sick and tired for you to blame on me
Now you think it's funny
Now you want to spend your money on girls
But you forgot when you were down
That I was around

Call my lover, hang up, call again
What in the world is happening
Listen in, but don't yell at me
Isn't it ironic all you want to do is smoke chronic
Boy, you forgot when you were down
Who was around

I can't eat, I can't sleep anymore
Waiting for love to walk through the door
I wish I didn't miss you anymore

Memories don't live like people do
I'm sick for ever believing you
Wish you'd bring back the man I knew
Was good to me, oh Lord
Every time you say you're coming
Boy, you disappoint me, honey
How well you forgot when you were down
And I was around

I can't eat, I can't sleep anymore
Waiting for love to walk through the door
I wish I didn't miss you anymore

I can't eat, I can't sleep anymore
Waiting for love to walk through the door
I wish I didn't miss you anymore

One of these days, it's gonna happen to you
Missing a love like I'm missing you, babe yeah yeah
One of these days, when your dreams come true
That's the one that's gonna do it to you
Oh oh oh, yeah, yeah, yeah yeah yeah yeah

I can't eat, I can't sleep anymore
Waiting for love to walk through the door
I wish I didn't miss you anymore

I can't eat, I can't sleep anymore
Waiting for love to walk through the door
I wish I didn't miss you anymore

I can't eat, I can't sleep anymore
Waiting for love to walk through the door
I wish I didn't miss you anymore

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Angie Stone

Angie Stone (born Angela Laverne Brown on January 30, 1961) is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, record producer, and occasional actress. She has been nominated for three Grammy Awards. She has been most successful on the R&B charts, with four Top 10 albums, including a number one album, and ten singles, including a Top 10. She has sold over 1.4 millions albums in the U.S. and over 5 millions albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: Andrea Martin, Gene Mcfadden, John Whitehead, Leon Huff, Ivan Matias

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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Track Information
"Wish I Didn't Miss You", released in 2002, is one of the most recognized songs by Angie Stone, an American singer-songwriter.
Album Details
This song is part of the album "Mahogany Soul", which was Angie Stone's second studio album. The album was released by J Records.
Chart Performance
"Wish I Didn't Miss You" reached number nine in the UK Singles Chart. In the US, it peaked at number one on the Billboard's Adult RnB Songs chart.
Song Inspiration
The song takes inspiration from the 1972 track 'Back Stabbers' by The O’Jays. Stone sampled this classic soul track in her hit.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song refer to a failed relationship and the pain associated with longing for someone who has moved on.
Ongoing Popularity
Despite being released almost two decades ago, the song remains popular and has been covered by various artists.
Music Video Director
The music video for the song was directed by David Meyers, who is known for working with several other prominent artists like Jennifer Lopez, Ariana Grande and Jay-Z.
Fun Fact
In 2018, the song experienced a renewed wave of popularity when it was featured in the TV show "Pose".
Collaboration
In 2020, the song was remixed by the DJ Oliver Heldens, demonstrating the track's enduring relevance and appeal.
Critical Reception
Critics appreciate the song for its soulful, RnB vibes and it's often hailed as one of Angie Stone's best works.
Emotional Impact
Many listeners connect deeply with the song's theme of longing and regret, often citing it as a classic 'break-up' song.
Recognition
Rolling Stone listed it among the Greatest Songs of the Century So Far.

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