Real Love
Jody Watley
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I said I would get over you Now I'm here out on my own Trying to live my life And now you wanna come back But I don't need no brand new lies, listen up I want a love that's serious No time to play love games I don't wanna be nobody's fool So if you wanna be with me You gotta give it up Real love I know I wanna have one Real love Gonna try and get some Real love Everybody needs one Real love Got to have real love All my friends are telling me I should give you another try But I don't need opinions To deal with what I have on my mind, listen up I want a love that's serious No time to play love games I don't wanna be nobody's fool So if you wanna be with me You gotta give it up Real love I know I wanna have one Real love Gonna try and get some Real love Everybody needs one Real love Got to have real love Real love Oh, oh, ah Oh, oh, ah Oh, oh, ah (Oh, yeah) Oh, oh, ah Oh, oh, ah Oh, oh, ah Oh, oh, ah (Give it up) Oh, oh, ah Real love I know I wanna have one Real love Gonna try and get some Real love Everybody needs one Real love Got to have real love Real love I know I wanna have one Real love Gonna try and get some Real love Everybody needs one Real love Got to have real love Real love Ow, ow, ow Real love I know I wanna have one Real love Gonna try and get some Real love Everybody needs one Real love Got to have real love Real love Real love (Huh...uh...uh...) Real love (I don't need opinions) (Don't need your advice) (Real love) (Got to give real love) Real love
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Written by: BILLY FREEMAN, VINCENT GARCIA
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Real Love" by Jody Watley was released in January 1989 as the lead single from her second album, 'Larger Than Life'.
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Chart SuccessThe song experienced significant success, topping the Billboard R&B chart for two weeks and ranking #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
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Music Video RecognitionIts music video received multiple nominations at the 1989 MTV Video Music Awards, including Best Female Video and Best Choreography.
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International Success"Real Love" also enjoyed global attention, landing in the Top 10 charts in numerous countries, including Canada and the UK.
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Collaboration DetailsThe song was produced by André Cymone, an American bassist, songwriter, and record producer who was also a childhood friend of pop star Prince.
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Album SuccessThe 'Larger Than Life' album, which featured "Real Love," gained multi-platinum status, further cementing Watley's place as a noteworthy solo artist following her departure from the band Shalamar.
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GenreThe song is categorized as dance-pop and the album it originates from is known for its blend of pop, R&B, and dance music.
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Grammy Nomination"Real Love" earned Watley a Grammy nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance in 1990.
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Signature StyleThe song showcases Watley's signature blend of soulful vocals paired with catchy, dance-ready beats, a trademark of her innovative and fusion-oriented approach to music.
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Cultural ImpactSince its release, "Real Love" has been cited as an influential track in the late 80s music scene, particularly in the rise in popularity of dance-oriented pop music.
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