DJ Play a Love Song

Twista, Jamie Foxx

About DJ Play a Love Song

"DJ Play a Love Song" was the second single (third in the U. S.) off Jamie Foxx's second album, Unpredictable. The song features rapper Twista and was produced by Polow da Don, while the video for the song co-stars America's Next Top Model winner Eva Pigford.


Year:
2005
4:18
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I know you see me lookin' at you
And I know he know you lookin' at me
Well, damn

DJ won't you play this girl a love song
She really needs to hear this freakin' love song
She's lookin' at me kinda hard, I can tell that things ain't right on the home front
What she really needs is a G like me to Beat a beat, beat it, beat it

I can see how you want it baby
Wish ya man wasn't here with ya baby
I can see (ha) curiosity (ha ha)
Gotcha wanna try me (ha ha)
Homeboy can't please ya (ha ha)
On this wall in the open baby
You wouldn't care if the crowd was watchin' baby
(Ha Ha) you want it
(ha ha)I know it
(ha ha)Gotta notion to pull yo ass up outta here

DJ won't you play this girl a love song
She really needs to hear this freakin' love song
She's lookin' at me kinda hard, I can tell that things ain't right on the home front
What she really needs is a G like me to Beat a beat, beat it, beat it

DJ won't you play this girl a love song
She really needs to hear this freakin' love song
She's lookin' at me kinda hard, I can tell that things ain't right on the home front
What she really needs is a G like me to Beat a beat, beat it, beat it

Baby, I got things that I wanna say
Won't you meet me in the bathroom
We can pull a freaky episode, I got my Beretta if the nigga come through
Baby, I know he ain't treatin' you right Lady, look at yo bad ass
(turn around) ooh (turn around) ooh (damn you fine) ooh ooh ooh ooh

DJ won't you play this girl a love song
She really needs to hear this freakin' love song
She's lookin' at me kinda hard, I can tell that things ain't right on the home front
What she really needs is a G like me to Beat a beat, beat it, beat it

DJ won't you play this girl a love song
She really needs to hear this freakin' love song
She's lookin' at me kinda hard, I can tell that things ain't right on the home front
What she really needs is a G like me to Beat a beat, beat it, beat it

Tell me why he did you wrong
Need to get up with the Twista I been sippin' on Patron
Stroke it when I hold them legs up
He can take you out to dinner and look like a playa
I'm a give it to you good up in the elevator
He be actin' all soft when he get in them draws
I'm a break you off and f*ck you up against the wall
Finna move up in that slot 'cause I'm somethin' he not
And he don't know what he got, I'm in the drop top
To get the twat I got a knot, no more runnin' from the cops
Now I'm rollin' with Foxx because the block's hot
But I'm always a G,
'Cause I come from the streets and I got heat for whoever thinkin' they want some
No more fuckin' with them lames,
Now you rollin' with a thug, so tell that nigga to beat it, beat it

DJ won't you play this girl a love song
She really needs to hear this freakin' love song
She's lookin' at me kinda hard, I can tell that things ain't right on the home front
What she really needs is a G like me to Beat a beat, beat it, beat it

DJ won't you play this girl a love song
She really needs to hear this freakin' love song
She's lookin' at me kinda hard, I can tell that things ain't right on the home front
What she really needs is a G like me to Beat a beat, beat it, beat it

DJ play this girl a song
Turned her out, damn that clown, ain't been down

DJ play this girl a song

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Jamie Foxx

Eric Marlon Bishop (born December 13, 1967), professionally known as Jamie Foxx, is an American actor, singer-songwriter, stand-up comedian, and talk radio host. As an actor, his work in the film Ray earned him the Academy Award and BAFTA Award for Best Actor as well as the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a musical/comedy. He is also a Grammy Award winning musician, producing three albums which have charted highly on the Billboard 200: Unpredictable, which topped the chart, Best Night of My Life and Intuition. more »

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Written by: JASON LAMONT PERRY, SEAN GARRETT, JAMAL JONES, MITCHELL CARL TERRELL

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING

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11 facts about this song

Song Details
"DJ Play a Love Song" is featured in Jamie Foxx's second studio album titled "Unpredictable." This R&B song was released as the second single from the album in 2006.
Notable Collaboration
Twista, an American rapper known for his speedy rap delivery, lends his voice in this song along with Jamie Foxx. Interestingly, this is one of the several collaborations Twista has had in the music industry.
Reception
The song entered the top 100 charts in the United States, becoming one of Foxx's successful singles. It actually peaked at #45 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart.
Song Theme
In "DJ Play a Love Song," Jamie Foxx sings about trying to convince a woman who's caught in a bad relationship to stand up for herself and leave her partner. The song suggests that the right kind of music may help her to make that tough decision.
Impressive Lyricism
The song is known for its expressive and heartfelt lyrics, showcasing Foxx's impeccable storytelling abilities as a songwriter.
Song's Message
Despite its upbeat tempo, the song presents a serious theme – it talks about the emotional abuse a person may endure in a toxic relationship.
Commercial Success
"DJ Play a Love Song" was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for selling over 500,000 copies.
Music Video
The music video for "DJ Play a Love Song" features actress LeToya Luckett, formerly a member of Destiny’s Child. The video further adds to the song's narrative and emotions.
Production
The song was produced by Sean Garrett, a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and record producer known for creating hits for many top-tier artists.
Awards and Recognition
Although "DJ Play a Love Song" didn't win any awards, it has been commonly acknowledged that Foxx's singing ability and Twista's rapping skills made the song one of the high points of the album "Unpredictable."
Multi-talented Artist
Jamie Foxx, known as a highly versatile talent, is not only successful in his music career but is also a renowned actor and comedian. His smooth transition from screen to stage was well-received, with songs like "DJ Play a Love Song" solidifying his place in the music industry.

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