Inside
Monica
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Inside... Inside... Inside... Inside... Last night when I saw you With somebody new You asked how I've been And I I told you I was fine And as you held each other close I smiled and said it's good to see you And you didn't know Inside I'm cryin' baby Inside I'm dyin' baby I don't want to let you see Baby what you've done to me So I keep it all inside (inside) Inside (inside) Sometimes when you call me I don't know what to say You say I've been on your mind And we'll talk again sometime You say you're glad we can be friends I say I'm over all the heartache But it's all pretend Inside I'm cryin' baby Inside I'm dyin' baby I don't want to let you see Baby what you've done to me So I keep it all inside Inside Outside I'm smilin' baby Outside these tears just can't be found But I'm just breaking down INSIDE Don't you know that I am dyin' baby (dyin' baby) I don't want to let you see Baby what you've done to me So I'll keep it all INSIDE Yeah, I'm cryin' baby Inside I'm dyin' baby I don't want to let you see Baby what you've done to me So I'll keep it all inside I'll just keep it all inside Inside... Inside...
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20 facts about this song
Artist Information"Inside" is performed by American R&B singer Monica, who began her music career as a teenager and gained wide recognition for her soulful vocal skills.
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Songwriters and ProducersThe song was written by Marvin "Slim" Scandrick, Daron Jones, Quinnes "Q" Parker, and Michael Keith. The four songwriters are associated with the American R&B quartet, 112.
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Album Release"Inside" is part of Monica's third studio album, "All Eyez on Me," which was released in 2002.
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Aborted ReleaseDespite "Inside" being part of "All Eyez on Me," the album was only released in Japan due to leak issues. Later, the album was repackaged and released in the United States as "After the Storm" in 2003.
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Musical Style"Inside" is a song that aligns well with Monica's R&B roots, showcasing her ability to deliver emotional lyrics with a deep and soulful vocal execution.
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InspirationThe song "Inside" symbolizes Monica's thematic focus on relationships, emotions, and the complex feelings of love and heartache.
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Chart PerformanceUnfortunately, "Inside" and the other songs from the "All Eyez on Me" album didn't see any significant chart action since the album was only released in Japan.
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Album ReviewsDespite its limited release, "All Eyez on Me," including the song "Inside," received mixed reviews from music critics.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the J Records label, a record company founded by Clive Davis, a record producer who has been instrumental in the careers of many successful artists.
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Personal SignificanceAlthough "Inside" may not be as popular as Monica's other songs, it is significant in its portrayal of her maturation as an artist during this period in her career.
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Album Information"Inside" is from Monica's third studio album, "All Eyez on Me," initially released in 2002. However, after its lack of success in America, the album was revised and renamed "After the Storm."
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Song ProductionThe song "Inside" was written by Jazmine Sullivan and produced by Missy Elliott, who has repeatedly collaborated with Monica.
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Genre Classification"Inside" is classified as R&B music, which is Monica's primary genre.
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Song MessageThe lyrics of "Inside" tell a story about battling self-doubt and seeking inner strength to face life's struggles.
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Album PerformanceMonica's trimmed down release "After the Storm," which included the song "Inside," peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200, marking it a more successful album compared to its initial release.
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CollaborationMonica's collaboration with Jazmine Sullivan and Missy Elliott on "Inside" is one of several collaborations that the artist has engaged in throughout her career.
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Artist's Personal LifeWhen "Inside" was released in 2002, Monica was only 21 years old and was already known as a Grammy-nominated artist.
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Critical ReceptionCritics generally praised the song "Inside" with its lyrical depth and praised Monica's vocal performance. However, specific details about the song's chart performance remain vague as it was not released as a single.
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Missy Elliott's RoleAs well as producing this song, noteworthy rapper and producer Missy Eliott is also a guest artist on the album "After the Storm."
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Song's RelevanceThough "Inside" might not be as popular as Monica's persona-defining songs like "Don't Take It Personal" or "Before You Walk Out of My Life," it is still greatly valued by her fans for its sincerity and vulnerability.
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