Happy
Ashanti
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Right back at ya, it's the world's most talented record label Murder INC and that angelic voice you hear in the background That's our new princess of hip-hop and r&b Miss Ashanti Boy you fill me with so much joy You give whatever it is I need My love is here to stay won't ever leave So glad that you fell in love with me My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you babe Couldn't see me without you baby My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you babe Couldn't see me without you babe All my life, I've been searching for ya Everyday, so glad that I found you boy All my life, I've been feeling for you Everyday, I'm so happy, baby Boy, you got me feeling so good You take all my pain away from me Without you around I couldn't be And I'm glad you fell in love with me My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you babe Couldn't see me without you babe My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you babe Couldn't see me without you babe All my life, I've been searching for ya Everyday, so glad that I found you boy All my life, I've been feeling for you Everyday, I'm so happy, baby I'm so happy that I fell in love I thank God, He sent you from above I'm so happy that I found someone I thank God, He sent you from above All my life, I've been searching for ya Everyday, so glad that I found you boy All my life, I've been feeling for you Everyday, I'm so happy, baby All my life, I've been searching for ya Everyday, so glad that I found you boy All my life, I've been feeling for you Everyday, I'm so happy, baby My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you babe Couldn't see me without you babe My love is so good That I wouldn't be without you babe Couldn't see me without you babe
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Written by: Raymond James Calhoun, Ashanti Douglas, Andre Parker, Irving Lorenzo
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Happy" is a single by American singer Ashanti from her self-titled debut album. The song was released as the album's second single in 2002.
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Genre and ProductionThe song falls under the genre of R&B (Rhythm and Blues). It was produced by Irv Gotti, with whom Ashanti had a successful partnership throughout her early career.
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Commercial Success"Happy" achieved notable commercial success. It peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 2 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Happy" was set in Ashanti's hometown of Glen Cove, New York. The scenes portrayed her character's love story amidst her neighborhood's everyday life.
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Song Inspiration"Happy" lyrically discusses the joy and happiness that comes from being in a romantic relationship. Ashanti stated in interviews that the song is about the blissful state of mind one experiences while in love.
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Album Contribution"Happy" is one of the standout tracks that helped Ashanti's debut album become a commercial success. The album sold over 6 million copies worldwide.
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Remix VersionA remix version of "Happy" was released, featuring a guest verse from American rapper Charli Baltimore.
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Awards and NominationsAlthough "Happy" itself didn't receive any award nominations, Ashanti's debut album won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Album, thanks in part to the success of "Happy".
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Samples UsedThe song samples two tracks - "You're All I Need" by Mary J. Blige featuring Method Man and "I'm Glad You're Mine" by Al Green.
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Live PerformancesAshanti has performed "Happy" on various platforms such as the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, "Soul Train" and many others. These performances have become fan favorites due to Ashanti's energetic delivery and the song's uplifting message.
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