Paradise

Amerie, LL Cool J

About Paradise

"Paradise" is a song by American rapper LL Cool J featuring American R&B singer Amerie. Produced by Trackmasters, the track was released in early 2003 as the second single from LL Cool J's ninth studio album, 10 (2002). It also appears on the soundtrack to the 2003 film Deliver Us from Eva, in which LL Cool J stars alongside Gabrielle Union. Singer Tweet was originally slated to provide vocals but Amerie was eventually chosen instead. "Paradise" samples Keni Burke's 1982 smooth jazz hit "Risin' to the Top", penned by Burke, Allan Felder, and Norma Jean Wright. The song samples Tamia's So into You. 


Year:
2009
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If you need me baby I'm, for, real
The rest of your life, I'll take you to paradise,
If you want it baby just, be, real
The rest of your life, I'll take you to paradise,
I'm gonna give-a-you all my love, yeah

We went through this before
Actin' like the L's can't bag 'em no more
Nightgown draggin' on the heated marble floor
Flash Cartier when you open up the door, slide these on baby

So butter, still relate to the gutter
Just your life style's different, spirit uplifted
Fell in love with a cat who's gifted
Turn you back to paradise, damn I missed it

Pop a bottle, light a purple candle
I got somethin' that you can't quite handle, that's why you love me
Pour bubbly, glow from the flame make your skin shine lovely
I'm saying baby

Touch it why don'tcha (oh) touch it why don'tcha (oh)
Touch it why don'tcha (hey) touch it why don'tcha (mm)
Hey girl, aw, girl!
Hey girl, I want to rock your world

[Chorus]
If you need me baby I'm, for, real
The rest of your life, I'll take you to paradise,
(Paradise, is very nice)
If you want it baby just, be, real
The rest of your life, I'll take you to paradise (uh, uh)
I'm gonna give-a-you all my love, yeah

Next phase is this
Black sand, Tahiti, ten days to reminisce
God's my witness (uh)
I paid the price for paradise, so I'm livin' this

I never limit myself, the L's fearless
Lay back while I illuminate the darkness
Like it smooth don'tcha
Make it move won'tcha, think I won't?

Take you to your peak I know them other cats don't
And it won't stop, this is beyond paper
First I get your mind right, then I might drape ya
Never pimpin', raise my girls well

Young thoroughbreds get schooled by Uncle L.L.
See-double, L tattooed on the bubble
I lay the mink down, let you walk over a puddle
True love is so rare
But don't you worry I ain't going nowhere

[Chorus] 

Trust me, trust me, trust, me, baby
Rest of your life I'll take you to paradise
I'll take you to paradise, oh
So won't you try me, try me, try, this, lady
Rest of your life I'll take you to paradise
I'm gonna give-a-you all my love, yeah

Belly to belly, one hand on the jelly
At the telly on the celly, get that money Elle
Please believe it, if the mind can conceive it
Then the man can achieve it, you gotta breathe it

And I breathe deep, I'm one with the universe
Minimum, ten percent go to God first
Lay back baby, close your eyes
Ice on the pinky finger froze your thighs

So much shade baby, the water bed fries
Walk around nude in the suite yelling, "Recognize!"
Do your dance, baby pour me a class
It feels so good to have the world in a smash

Touch it why don'tcha (oh) touch it why don't ya (oh)
Touch it why don'tcha (hey) touch it why don't ya (mm)
Hey girl, aw, girl!
Hey girl, I want to rock your world

[Chorus]

Yea yea, gotta keep your eyes on the prize baby
Sky's the limit
If you can see it, you can be it
Ha ha, it's on you, word up
Everybody put your hands in the air
It's high time baby
One love, one God, recognize

If you need me, just call me
Said if you want me, just be for real
And if you like me, come and talk to me
And if you want me, tell me how you feel

[Chorus]

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LL Cool J

James Todd Smith (born January 14, 1968), better known as LL Cool J, for Ladies Love Cool James ), is an American rapper, entrepreneur, and actor from Bay Shore, New York. He is known for romantic ballads such as "I Need Love", "Around the Way Girl" and "Hey Lover" as well as pioneering hip-hop such as "I Can't Live Without My Radio", "I'm Bad", "The Boomin' System", and "Mama Said Knock You Out". He has released thirteen studio albums and two greatest hits compilations, including 2008's Exit 13, the last for his record deal with Def Jam Recordings, and currently has a new studio album in the works. He has also appeared in numerous films, including Halloween H20: 20 Twenty Years Later, and currently stars as NCIS Special Agent Sam Hanna on the CBS crime drama… more »

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Written by: Curtis James Jackson, Kenneth Burke, Allan Wayne Felder, Norma J. Wright, Samuel J. Barnes, Jean Claude Olivier, Amerie Rogers, James Todd Smith

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Artist Assistance
"Paradise" is a song performed by American rapper LL Cool J. The singer-songwriter, record producer, and actor has had a multifaceted career in the entertainment industry.
Collaboration
The song features American R&B singer Amerie. The collaboration between the two artists resulted in a melodious blend of rap and soulful vocals.
Release Date
"Paradise" was released as a single in 2002, the same year its mother album "10" was released.
Success Chart
Despite being a non-album single, the song reached number 36 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, which attests to its popularity.
Album
The song is included in LL Cool J's ninth studio album, "10." The title of the album signifies LL Cool J's longevity in the music industry.
Music Genre
"Paradise" is considered part of the hip-hop soul sub-genre, which combines elements of hip-hop and soul.
Music Video
The music video for "Paradise" was filmed in Miami, Florida. It depicts scenes of opulence to align with the lyrics' theme of envisaging a paradise.
Producer
The song was produced by The Trackmasters, a popular hip-hop production duo known for creating hit records during the '90s and early 2000s.
Lyric Theme
In the song, LL Cool J raps about providing his ideal woman with a lavish lifestyle, filled with all the luxuries one could desire – thus the reference to ‘paradise’.
Critical Reception
"Paradise" received positive reviews from critics, with many applauding LL Cool J's timeless rap style and Amerie's powerful soulful voice.
Subsequent Occurrences
The song has been used in several television shows and films, contributing to LL Cool J's popular culture influence.
Live Performances
LL Cool J has performed "Paradise" at numerous concerts and television appearances, further boosting the song's recognition and popularity.

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