You Da One
Rihanna
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
You the one that I dream about all day You the one that I think about always You are the one so I make sure I behave My love is your love, your love is my love Baby, I love you, I need you here Give me all the time Baby we meant to be You got me, smiling all the time 'Cause you know how to give me that You know how to pull me back When I go runnin', runnin' Tryin' to get away from loving ya You know how to love me hard I won't lie, I'm falling hard Yep, I'm falling for ya But there's nothin' wrong with that You the one that I dream about all day You the one that I think about always You are the one so I make sure I behave My love is your love, your love is my love You the one that I dream about all day You the one that I think about always You are the one so I make sure I behave My love is your love, your love is mine Baby come, tear me now, hold me now Make me come alive You got the sweetest touch I'm so happy, you came in my life 'Cause you know how to give me that You know how to pull me back When I go runnin', runnin' Tryin' to get away from loving ya You know how to love me hard I won't lie, I'm falling hard Yep, I'm falling for ya but there's nothin' wrong with that You the one that I dream about all day You the one that I think about always You are the one so I make sure I behave My love is your love, your love is my love You the one that I dream about all day You the one that I think about always You are the one so I make sure I behave My love is your love, your love is mine And yes I'm kinda crazy That's what happens baby When you put it down You shouldnt've give it to me good like that Shouldnt've hit it like that, had me yellin' like that Didn't know you would've had me coming back You the one that I'm feeling You the one that I'm loving Ain't no other, niggas like you No there's just one, one, one No baby just one, one, one I bet you wanna know You the one that I dream about all day You the one that I think about always You are the one so I make sure I behave My love is your love, your love is my love You the one that I dream about all day You the one that I think about always You are the one so I make sure I behave My love is your love, your love is mine
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Written by: Ester Dean, Lukasz Gottwald, Henry Russell Walter, John Graham Hill, Robyn R. Fenty
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
20 facts about this song
Song Release"You Da One" was released as the second single from Rihanna's sixth studio album, "Talk That Talk," on November 14, 2011.
|
Music GenreThe song is categorized under the genres of reggae-pop and R&B.
|
Production ContributionIt was produced by Dr. Luke, Cirkut, and Kuk Harrell, with additional writing by Ester Dean.
|
Music Video CreativityThe music video for "You Da One" was shot in London and was inspired by the works of the late photographer Bob Carlos Clarke, particularly his "Black and White" series.
|
Chart RankingsThe song reached number 14 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the US Hot Dance Club Songs.
|
Radio PremiereThe song was premiered on US radio station 106 KMEL on November 11, 2011.
|
Song Duration"You Da One" has a duration of three minutes and twenty seconds.
|
Lyrics InspirationThe song's lyrics express intense love and affection for a significant other.
|
Cultural ImpactThe song beautifully blends pop and Caribbean music which is a demonstration of Rihanna’s Barbadian roots.
|
Certification"You Da One" received a platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) after selling over 1,000,000 digital copies in the United States.
|
Official RemixAn official remix was made in collaboration with Gregor Salto, a Dutch DJ and record producer.
|
Live PerformancesRihanna performed "You Da One" on several occasions, including on "The Jonathan Ross Show" and the 2012 version of the television show "Saturday Night Live."
|
Songwriting ProcessEster Dean wrote the song intending it to be a "fun and carefree" track.
|
Song RecognitionDespite not reaching the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, "You Da One" is often recognized as one of Rihanna's signature songs.
|
Album SuccessAlong with the other songs on "Talk That Talk," "You Da One" helped the album reach number three on the Billboard 200.
|
International SuccessThe song also achieved success in international markets, peaking in the top five in South Korea and the top twenty in the United Kingdom and Canada.
|
Music Video DirectorThe music video was directed by Melina Matsoukas, who has collaborated with Rihanna on several other videos.
|
Styling and ImageryRihanna showcases different looks in the video, including a blond wig, a bowler hat, and cane - reminiscent of A Clockwork Orange.
|
Critical ReceptionCritics praised "You Da One" for its catchy melody and reggae-infused beats, though some felt it paled in comparison to its predecessor, "We Found Love."
|
Digital DownloadsAccording to Nielsen SoundScan, "You Da One" sold over 1.3 million digital copies in 2012.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"You Da One Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 30 May 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/26500817/Rihanna/You+Da+One>.
Discuss the You Da One Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In