Cherry Wine
Nas, Amy Winehouse
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Where is he? The man who was just like me I heard he was hiding somewhere I can't see Where is he? The man who was just like me Heard he was hiding somewhere I can't see And I'm alone, and I realize that when I get home I wanna go through my red and my cherry Yes I'm alone, and I realize when I get home I wanna go through my red and my cherry I want someone who like the champagne I like My a-alike, someone to talk me off the bridge any day or night She teach me how to live, she ain't afraid of life Not easily impressed with the rich and famous life Cause she done been there and heard all the rumors before She love or she ride out with me on my music tour She like the herbs, natural medicine, she cooking good She tell me everything is cool when it ain't looking good For real, the world so ill, yo I want a girl so real Who not after material wealth, but get dough still Or maybe an educator, a lady with etiquette Who can be from out the hood or even work for the president As long as there's no selfishness Yes, as long as her love for the people is deep rooted and evident You can be easily recruited, you're heaven sent Your smile put me at ease You're the woman I need, but where is she Where is he? The man who was just like me I heard he was hiding somewhere I can't see Where is he? The man who was just like me Heard he was hiding somewhere I can't see And I'm alone, and I realize that when I get home I wanna go through my red and my cherry Yes I'm alone, and I realize when I get home I wanna go through my red and my cherry I hate when people write me hostile texts On account of my lifestyle's perception Invade my personal life? Out of the question, what are they expecting I be trying to reply and they never suppose I get my quiet time in They think forever I'm rolling in dough, swimming in a pool of cash God, wouldn't they know, or am I a fool or ass I'm well known, got people coming at me mad I had to tell homes, I don't keep a cell phone, my bad I drag off the L and try to silence it The noise in my head, the curse of the talented Strong communicator, vagabond, I gallivant around the equator And that would get me off the radar It's so intense, I'm on my Lilo and Stitch Pour my Pino Grigio and Cris with some lime what is this? An immaculate version of Me and My Bitch by Biggie With all respect cause you the only one that gets me Where is he? The man who was just like me I heard he was hiding somewhere I can't see Where is he? The man who was just like me Heard he was hiding somewhere I can't see And I'm alone, and I realize that when I get home I wanna go through my red and my cherry Yes I'm alone, and I realize when I get home I wanna go through my red and my cherry Yeah, yeah, let's pour some cherry wine Everything's good, everything's fine Yeah, yeah we bring it every time Yeah, pour a little cherry wine Yeah, ayo Salaam, yeah, I think they know the time Everything's good, everything's fine Yeah, pour a little cherry wine, yeah Life is good, life is good, yeah Life is good, no matter what Life is good, life is good Life is good, yeah Life is good No matter what Life is good Where is he? The man who was just like me I heard he was hiding somewhere I can't see Where is he? The man who was just like me Heard he was hiding somewhere I can't see And I'm alone, and I realize that when I get home I wanna go through my red and my cherry Yes I'm alone, and I realize when I get home I wanna go through my red and my cherry
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Written by: NASIR JONES, SALAAM REMI, AMY JADE WINEHOUSE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Genre"Cherry Wine" falls under the hip-hop genre, blending elements of soul and jazz.
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AlbumIt is a track on Nas's 11th studio album titled "Life is Good," released in 2012.
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CollaborationsFeaturing on the track is late singer Amy Winehouse, whose mesmerizing, soulful voice helps bring the lyrics to life.
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Posthumous CollaborationThe pairing is particularly poignant as the album and song feature posthumously after Winehouse's untimely death in 2011.
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CreationThe song, created by Amy Winehouse, Nas, and producer Salaam Remi, was initially unused music from Winehouse and Remi's recording sessions.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Cherry Wine" reflect both Nas's search for an ideal woman and Winehouse's often troubled life.
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ThemesWhile the song contains typical hip-hop themes of love and struggle, it is unique for its introspective nature and pathos, painted by both Nas and Winehouse's vocal and lyrical contribution.
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ChartsUpon its release, "Cherry Wine" reached the 31st spot on the UK R&B (Official Charts Company) and 24th on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard).
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VideoThe music video reflects the song's longing for love, depicting Nas as a bartender reminiscing about a past lover, with Amy Winehouse's image appearing in vintage-style footage.
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AwardsIn 2013, "Cherry Wine" was nominated for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.
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TributeMany fans and critics consider "Cherry Wine" a fitting tribute to the late Amy Winehouse, capturing her soulful voice and unique style.
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