U

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About U

"Only U" is a song by American singer-songwriter Ashanti from her third studio album, Concrete Rose (2004). The song's introduction uses a sample of Club Nouveau's 1986 song "Why You Treat Me So Bad". "Only U" is a rock-tinged song, that finds Ashanti in love and willing to do anything to be with the one she loves, no matter the cost. Released in October 26, 2004 as the album's lead single, the track reached number thirteen on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 in January, 2005. It peaked at number two in the United Kingdom and number 4 in Ireland, becoming her most successful single in both countries. The song received generally favorable reviews from music critics, with most praising its sexy lyrics and her vocal performance. 


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2004
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See I ain't the one to hold back all those words I'm sayin'
'Cause I like what you doing to me
ain't no time for wasting
So won't you follow me, there ain't no need to say a thang
'Cause I know just what I want
And how to get it baby
 
Tonight I need your body
Tonight you got my time
Tonight you won't be sorry
Tonight you got my body
 
I want you, gotta have you, said I need you, can you feel me [Repeat: x 2]
Now I've been known to crush a brother once or twice
But what you bringin' to take looks like so much more
So can we go find out behind closed doors
'Cause I know just what I want
Hers what I'm asking for
 
Tonight I need your body
Tonight you got my time
Tonight you won't be sorry
Tonight you got my body

I want you, gotta have you, said I need you, can you feel me [Repeat: x 2]
Can't help the way I'm feeling baby baby
Keep doing what you doin' that drive me crazy
'Cause I can never see nothin' better than you and me
I'm lookin' for a full time baby
Who's lookin' for a full time lady
To be, be wit me

I want you, gotta have you, said I need you, can you feel me [Repeat: x 2]

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Ashanti

Ashanti (born Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas; October 13, 1980) is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and actress. She rose to fame in the early 2000s. Ashanti is most famous for her eponymous debut album, which featured the hit song "Foolish", and sold over 503,000 copies in its first week of release throughout the U.S. in April 2002. The album set a Soundscan record as the biggest opening week sales for a new female artist, outselling debuts by Alicia Keys and Lauryn Hill. In the same week, she became the first female performer to simultaneously hold the top two places on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart with "Foolish", and "What's Luv?" (with Fat Joe). Ashanti broke records again by having three top ten songs, "Foolish," "What's Luv?" and "Alway… more »

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Written by: DALVIN DEGRATE, DONALD DEGRATE, DONALD EARLE DE GRATE, ASHANTI DOUGLAS, IRVING LORENZO, MARCUS VEST

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22 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"U" is from the album "The Declaration" by R&B singer Ashanti. It was released as an iTunes pre-order bonus. Despite not being a commercial single, it peaked at 58 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, showing its popularity among fans.
Music Video
The music video for "U" was directed by Kai Crawford. It features Ashanti in various cinematic settings presenting the song's emotional message.
Song Composition
The song was co-written by Ashanti and Manuel Seal, showing Ashanti's creativity not just in singing but also in songwriting. The music was produced by LT Hutton, it delivers an atmospheric R&B sound.
Inspirations
"U" possesses Ashanti's signature blend of contemporary R&B and soulful music, inspired by the likes of Mary J. Blige and Lauryn Hill.
Live Performances
Despite not being a formally promoted single, Ashanti has performed "U" during several of her concerts, showing its resonance with both the artist and her audience.
Relevance
"U" further cemented Ashanti's place in the R&B scene, with her passionate vocal delivery and relatable lyrics resonating with many listeners.
Collaboration
Manuel Seal, the co-writer of the song "U", is known for his work with artists like Mariah Carey and Usher, adding a significant collaborative influence to the song.
Album Reception
"The Declaration", the album that features "U", received positive reviews from critics and was certified gold by the RIAA. This demonstrates the overall quality and success of the project.
Song Release
"U" by Ashanti was released on January 2, 2008.
Album Inclusion
It is situated in her fourth studio album, "The Declaration".
Song Genre
The song falls under the genres of R&B and hip hop soul.
Billboard chart
It peaked at No. 58 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
European popularity
The song also gained some traction in the European music scene.
Video Release
The video for "U" was released in the first quarter of 2008.
Songwriters
Ashanti, along with LT Hutton, were credited as the songwriters of "U".
Producer
The song was produced by renowned producer LT Hutton.
Backup vocals
Ashanti, along with Kandace Love, provided the backup vocals for the track.
Major theme
Similar to many of Ashanti's songs, "U" is about love and romantic relationships.
Sound and style
The song is characterized by a smooth, sultry sound that showcases Ashanti's vocal talent.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised Ashanti's vocal performance in the song along with its catchy chorus.
Personal Importance
The song is considered to be one of the standout tracks from "The Declaration".
Available Platforms
"U" can be streamed on various platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.

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