Genuine

Stacie Orrico

About Genuine

"Genuine" is a song by American recording artist Stacie Orrico from her debut album Genuine. The song was released in the United States in August 2000, only for Christian radio stations. Written by Tedd Tjornhom, B. Huston and Stacie Orrico and produced by Mooki's Soul Music, "Genuine" is a predominantly CCM song, that is influenced by gospel and R&B. "Genuine" received generally positive reviews from music critics, with most of them comparing her to other female starlet artists like Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears calling her the Spears/Aguilera with a powerful voice and urban style similar to Mariah Carey and Janet Jackson. This song was released as a promo single with the book Genuine: Being Real in an Artificial World, also written by Orrico. This CD-ROM includes the video for "Genuine". The song was released as the first single from her debut album only to Christian stations. 


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2001
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I see you passing by 
I don't where 
I don't know why 
You choose to go the way that you're going now 
You've been a friend of mine for many years for a long time, but.. 
You just aren't you today, so what's on your mind 
You just won't speak abut it 
think about it 
be about it 
Gotta make yourself aware that you're goin' astray 
You're trying so hard to fit in 

What you need is something genuine 
What you want is something real 
What you you need is something truthful 
I know you do 
I know you do 
I know you do 
'Cause I need it too.. 
What you need 
What you need 
What you want 
What you want 
What you need 
What you need 
Something Genuine. 

You cry yourself to sleep 
Sleep at night but once the night is gone 
And you prepare to face a brand new day 
You hide yourself behind that mastermind 
You're in disguise 
It's as if you try to put a mask on your pain 

You Don't know who you are 
What you're about 
where are you now 
You're becoming someone that you don't want to be 
You're trying so hard to fit in

What you need is something genuine 
What you want is something real 
What you you need is something truthful 
I know you do 
I know you do 
I know you do 
'Cause I need it too.. 
What you need 
What you need 
What you want 
What you want 
What you need 
What you need 
Something genuine. 

He loves you for who you are now and who you will be 
Don't fear living in truth there's reality 
I don't have all the asnwers but I know One who does 
And I know there's freedom and truth 
I got to Him because 

What you need is something genuine 
What you want is something real 
What you you need is something truthful 
I know you do 
I know you do 
I know you do 
'Cause I need it too
What you need 
What you need 
What you want 
What you want 
What you need 
What you need 
Something genuine. 

What He has is something genuine 
Who He is is someone real 
What He gives is something truthful 
Its what He has its Who he is 
Its what He gives 
And I need Him too 
What you need 
What you need 
I Need Him Too 
What you want  
What you want 
What you need 
What you need 
Something genuine.

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Stacie Orrico

Stacie Joy Orrico (born March 3, 1986) is an American Contemporary Christian and R&B singer, songwriter, and occasional actress. In 1998, she signed to ForeFront Records when she was 12 years old, and recorded her first album Genuine (2000), which sold 13,000 in the first week of release. more »

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Release Information
"Genuine" is the debut studio album by American recording artist Stacie Orrico, released in 2000.
Album Success
The album was successful in the Christian genre, where it debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart.
Young Artist
Stacie Orrico was only 14 years old when she recorded the album, marking her as one of the youngest artists to release a major record.
Song Theme
The song "Genuine" emphasizes Orrico's commitment to remain 'genuine' and true to herself, despite the pressures of the music industry.
Number of Songs
The "Genuine" album has fifteen songs in it.
Gospel Influence
Although categorized as a pop and R&B album, "Genuine" also includes certain gospel influences reflecting Orrico's Christian beliefs.
Several producers
The album was produced by a multitude of producers including Tedd T, Michael Linney, and King Logan among others.
Limited Availability
The album was initially only released and marketed in the United States and Japan, but later gained popularity worldwide.
Music Videos
The album's music video for "Genuine" was also a hit, with Stacie dancing in various scenes.
Recognition and Awards
The album has warranted numerous award nominations and wins for Stacie Orrico in the category of Christian and gospel music.
Platinum Status
The album "Genuine" achieved Platinum status within three months of its release.
Debut Single
The title track "Genuine" was released as the album's lead single.
Label
"Genuine" was released under the Forefront label.
Live Recording
A special version of the album was recorded live at the Bayside Church Breakaway Event 2001.
Role Model
Orrico, through the song "Genuine," messages her audience, especially the younger ones, to keep it originals and be true to themselves.

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