Gotta Tell You

Samantha Mumba

About Gotta Tell You

"Gotta Tell You" is the debut single by Irish singer Samantha Mumba, released in 2000. The song was written and produced by the Swedish team Bag & Arnthor (Anders Bagge and Arnthor Birgisson), with Mumba co-writing. It was an international hit, peaking at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100, where it spent 21 weeks on that chart, number one in Ireland and New Zealand, number three in Australia and number two in the UK. The song is Mumba's biggest hit, as well as her signature song.  


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2000
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Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Your love for me came as a waterfall
Flowin' inside me like never before
Your love for me, somethin' I didn't see
But baby, I know better now

When you walk in the room that very night
A special feelin' just burst inside
It was only you, nobody else
But baby, I know better now

Don't want to love you if you don't love me
Don't want to need you when you won't need me too
Don't want to tell you this now, but it wouldn't be
Right
If I didn't tell you this tonight

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

And now you're back inside my house again
I'm tryin' deeper to explain
'Cause baby, I want to get it on
And baby, you're the one for me

But now that I have got you all alone
After all this talkin' on the phone
I should be strong, there's nothing wrong
I'll tell you this is where you belong, where you
Belong

Don't want to love you if you don't love me
Don't want to need you when you won't need me too
Don't want to tell you this now, but it wouldn't be
Right
If I didn't tell you this tonight

Don't want to love you if you don't love me
Don't want to need you when you won't need me too
Don't want to tell you this now, but it wouldn't be
Right
If I didn't tell you this tonight

It was just something in your eyes
That made me realize
But now I hear voices deep inside
Tellin' me, tellin' me
It's you

Don't want to love you if you don't love me
Don't want to need you when you won't need me too
Don't want to tell you this now, but it wouldn't be
Right
If I didn't tell you this tonight

Don't want to love you if you don't love me
Don't want to need you when you won't need me too
Don't want to tell you this now, but it wouldn't be
Right
If I didn't tell you this tonight

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Samantha Mumba

Samantha Tamania Anne Cecilia Mumba (born 18 January 1983) is an Irish singer and actress. She shot to fame in 2000 with the release of her debut single "Gotta Tell You", which reached the Top 10 in Ireland, UK and US. After a relatively short music career, she starred in numerous films, most notably in the 2002 film The Time Machine. She has also appeared in a number of Irish independent films. She returned to public attention when she appeared in the 2008 series of Dancing On Ice. In 2011 Mumba confirmed her retirement from music and to focus mainly on her acting career. more »

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Written by: BAGGE, A. BIRGISSON, S. MUMBA

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Release Details
"Gotta Tell You" was released on 31st May 2000 by Interscope Records.
Chart Performance
The song reached the number 4 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. - "Gotta Tell You" peaked at the number 1 spot on the Irish Singles Charts. - It also ranked number 2 on the UK Singles Chart.
Album Details
"Gotta Tell You" is the title track and also the lead single from Samantha Mumba's debut album.
Music Composition
The song is an up-tempo track that features elements of pop and R&B.
Songwriting Credits
"Gotta Tell You" was written by Samantha Mumba, Anders Bagge, Arnthor Birgisson and Cutfather.
Critical Reaction
The song received positive reviews from music critics who praised its catchy hooks and upbeat production. - Billboard magazine described the song as a "delightful pop/R&B confection that is as addictive as it is charming."
Music Video
The music video for the song features Mumba dancing in a futuristic environment.
Certification
"Gotta Tell You" went platinum in the UK, and Australia, and it went gold in the United States.
Award Nominations
The song was nominated for Best Single at the 2001 BRIT Awards.
Influence
Despite being released over a decade ago, the song remains Mumba's most recognizable hit and has stood the test of time.
Remix versions
Several remix versions of "Gotta Tell You" were released, including popular dance mixes by renowned DJ, Hani.

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