Fix

Ol' Dirty Bastard, Blackstreet

About Fix

"Fix" is a song performed by American contemporary R&B group Blackstreet, originally appearing as the fourth track on their second studio album Another Level. A remixed version of the song was issued as the third single from the album and features the band Fishbone, as well as Ol' Dirty Bastard and ad-libs by Guns N' Roses guitarist, Slash. The song peaked at #58 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1997. The album version of the song contains a sample of "The Message" by Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five; and the song was later sampled in "Jambo 1997" by Tonex. The physical single contains an excerpt of "Man Behind the Music" by Queen Pen. The song was remixed again for the Soul Food soundtrack. This version, called "Call Me," includes a rap verse from Jay-Z. All versions of the song feature all four members on lead vocals. 


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Yeah, can we get everybody to clap your hands
A little something like this?
Come on, say, "Oh, oh"
(Oh, oh)
Scream
(Scream)

Oh, sugar girl, you sexy thing
That's right
I like the way you swing, oh yeah

Always want to be your lover
Always want to be your lover
Oh, you can call me
If you need a fix or two

Girl, you know how we do
I got to get with you, all right, yeah

You can get me on the phone
And dial my number, I'll be waiting
Yes, I will, when I see you
We'll be, yeah, yeah, yeah

All I want to do is drive you crazy, girl
That's right, oh, baby, yes
Uh, uh come on

If you need a fix
Let me be the one you can call
Blackstreet

If you want a fix
And I can give you what you need, yeah
If you need a fix
Baby, you know I can give you
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You don't have to worry, come on
I'll be there for you, that's right
It's time for you to be my girl
Time for you to be my girl

We've been knowing each other for some time, girl
Oh, yeah
And I don't know what I'd do without you

If you need a fix
Let me be the one you can call
Blackstreet

If you want a fix
And I can give you what you need, yeah
If you need a fix
Baby, you know I can give you
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Teddy, jam for me, yeah
I can give it to you, baby
Get down, get down, get down, get down, down, down

Come on, come on, yeah
I can give it to you, baby
I can give it to you, get down, down, down
Take it to the priest

If you need a fix
Let me be the one you can call
Blackstreet

If you want a fix
And I can give you what you need, yeah
If you need a fix
Baby, you know I can give you
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I can be your candy man
Anytime you want it baby, you call
Get down, get down

If you need a fix, say yeah
Everybody come on, clap
Just clap your hands

If you need a fix
Let me be the one you can call
Blackstreet

If you want a fix
And I can give you what you need, yeah
If you need a fix
Baby, you know I can give you
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If you need a fix

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Blackstreet

Blackstreet (often stylized as BLACKstreet) is an American R&B group founded in 1991 by Thomas Taliaferro and Teddy Riley, the inventor of new jack swing known for his work as a member of Guy. Chauncey Hannibal and Levi Little were signed under production and management contracts with Thomas Taliaferro and were merged into what became Blackstreet featuring Teddy Riley. The current members are Teddy Riley, Chauncey Black, Dave Hollister, & new member Glenn Adams aka Lenny Harold. Mark Middleton & Eric Williams are no longer in the group. The original members of Blackstreet were Teddy Riley, Chauncey Black, Levi Little, and Joseph Stonestreet. Stonestreet was replaced, however, by Dave Hollister before they began work on their self-titled debut albu… more »

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Written by: CHAUNCEY ANDRE HANNIBAL, CLIFTON NATHANIEL CHASE, EDWARD G. FLETCHER, MARKELL DEMONT RILEY, MELVIN GLOVER, RANDY MULLER, SYLVIA ROBINSON, TEDDY RILEY

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12 facts about this song

Artist
"Fix" is a song performed by American hip-hop and R&B group, Blackstreet. The group was formed in 1991 and consists of singers Teddy Riley, Chauncey Hannibal, Eric Williams, and Mark Middleton.
Release Year
The song was released on August 26, 1997, as part of the group's third studio album, "Another Level."
Production and Arrangement
Blackstreet's lead vocalist Teddy Riley took on the role of producing “Fix.” Teddy Riley is known for his pioneering contributions to the new jack swing genre, a fusion of hip-hop and R&B, which can be felt in the song.
Musical Style
Stylistically, the song "Fix" reflects Blackstreet's signature blend of contemporary R&B and hip hop, showcasing Riley's unique songwriting and producing style.
Chart Performance
"Fix" performed well on various music charts globally. It reached the number 58 position on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 18 in the UK Singles Chart.
Collaboration
The song also includes guest performances by American rapper, singer, and songwriter Ol' Dirty Bastard and American music producer, rapper, and songwriter Slash, whose distinctive guitar riffs is a highlight of the track.
Remix Version
A popular remix version of "Fix" sampled the intro from the song "The Message" by classic hip-hop group Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five.
Critical Reception
Critics generally responded positively to "Fix," praising its blend of soulful R&B vocals, powerful beats, rap verses, and memorable guitar augmentation.
Song Duration
The duration of the song "Fix" is approximately 4 minutes and 5 seconds in its original album version.
Content
Lyrically, "Fix" is about a romantic relationship, with the lead singer expressing how he can "fix" whatever problems his lover might be going through. It reflects Blackstreet's signature themes on love and relationships.
Music Video
The music video for "Fix" features all the members of Blackstreet along with Ol' Dirty Bastard and Slash, enacting scenes that illustrate the song's narrative in a visually appealing manner.
Legacy
Despite being over 20 years old, "Fix" continues to be one of Blackstreet's most popular and enduring songs, testament to the timeless quality of their music. It's often played on throwback R&B and hip-hop radio stations and playlists.

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