Send It On
Phoenix, D'Angelo
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Send it up Send it through Send it right back, to you Send it up Send it through Send it right back, to you Your inner view, to me Is something that I, do desire Struggling to see, a new Something that I, fantasize So I'm sending Send it up Send it through Send it right back, to you Send it up Send it through Send it right back, to you You can't disguise your emotions You know that I see, in your eyes You soul's me, your soul's somethin' that I, feel inside (run, run, run, run, run) if I run, lord only knows how far That I and I will fall behind Gotta find a better place, find a better space So that I, so my life may be the reason why Hold on, be strong, for your own Move on, b4 long, you'll get home If your feeling insecure You can be sure Ho Even if it take forever and a day for me to do I gotta send it on, to you Tell me what will I do Send it right back to you
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Written by: Angie Stone, Luther Archer, Gene Redd, Robert Bell, Dennis Thomas, Claydes Smith, Woodrow Sparrow, Robert Mickens, Richard Westfield, Ronald Bell, George Brown
Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Send It On" is a song by American R&B and neo-soul singer-songwriter D'Angelo, which was released in the year 2000.
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Album InclusionThe song is included in D'Angelo's second studio album named "Voodoo," which was widely acclaimed for its idiosyncratic sound and was one of the most influential R&B albums of its time.
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Production Detail"Send It On" was co-produced by D'Angelo and esteemed record producer Questlove, who is also the drummer for the hip-hop band The Roots.
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Collaborative EffortThe song was written by D'Angelo along with his brother Luther Archer and renowned lyricist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Ahmir 'Questlove' Thompson.
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Musical Style"Send It On" is highly recognized for its fusion of R&B, jazz and funk styles, which defined D'Angelo's signature neo-soul sound.
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Lyric InterpretationThe lyrics of "Send It On" are expressive and contemplative, with D'Angelo asking his lover to "send" her love to him and promising the same in return.
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ReceptionThe song was received well by the listeners and critics, and it is often highlighted as a standout track from the "Voodoo" album.
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Background VocalsBesides D'Angelo, the background vocals in the song are provided by American singer, songwriter and record producer Raphael Saadiq.
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Trumpet SoloThe song features a trumpet solo by acclaimed musician Roy Hargrove, adding a distinctive jazz influence to the track.
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Live Performances"Send It On" has frequently been included in D'Angelo's live performances. One of the notable performances was during his 'Voodoo Tour,' where the live version often lasted up to 15 minutes.
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