Uhh Ahh

Boyz II Men

About Uhh Ahh

"Uhh Ahh" is the title of a number-one R&B single by group Boyz II Men. The song was written by Michael Bivins, Nathan Morris and Wanya Morris. The song was released as the third single from the group's debut album, Cooleyhighharmony, in 1991 in the United States. "Uhh Ahh" was another success for the group, peaking at #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 on March 7, 1992, although it was their first single to miss the Top 10. However, the song was a big success on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks peaking at #1, becoming the group's second #1 single on the chart. The song also peaked at #19 on the Hot 100 Airplay and #14 on the Hot 100 Singles Sales on the same week it peaked at #16 on the Hot 100. The beginning of the song was sampled in Beyoncé's single "Countdown".  


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Ten, nine, eight, seven,
Six, five,
Four, three,
Two,
One
Injection fellows

Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh

Mic
The love I have right next to me
Is here and always will be
I'm caressing your body emotionally
As you can feel and will see

Why can't we go all the way to the top
The fullest extreme
The sounds are here when you're with me
Express the way that you feel
And you say

Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh

In a passionate set we're moving close
The love that we share is the same
I can tell when I reach down deep inside
You show it when you call out my name

Squeezing you tight and holding you close
Is all I feel inside
Although I try to hold in my love
It's something that I just can't hide

Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh

Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh

The music is low
The lights are dim, there we lie
Passion overflows
With every look in your eyes
Infatuation, lust and a lot of love
Sweet caresses and kisses to me as you rub
I clench my back
Ecstasy fills the air
As you kiss on my neck
And stroke the back of my hair
To hold you tonight
I feel this is my duty
To grasp, to hold, to rock that booty

Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh
Uhh ahh

Give it to me baby
I rub your back as you lay here with me
I want you and I need you
Hold on to me

Right now, baby

Don't go away
Please baby stay with me
Oh I can do it to you in a way nobody else can

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Boyz II Men

Boyz II Men is an American R&B vocal group best known for emotional ballads and a cappella harmonies. They are the most successful R&B group of all time, having sold more than 60 million albums worldwide. Currently the group is a trio, featuring baritone Nathan Morris alongside tenors Wanya Morris and Shawn Stockman. In the 1990s, Boyz II Men found fame on Motown Records as a quartet, but original member and bass singer Michael McCary left the group in 2003 due to health issues. The quartet won four Grammy Awards, and the trio was nominated for two Grammys in 2009. more »

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Written by: NATHAN B MORRIS, WANYA JERMAINE MORRIS, MICHAEL BIVINS

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20 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Uhh Ahh" was released in 1991 as the third single from Boyz II Men's debut studio album, "Cooleyhighharmony." It peaked at number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. The contemporary and harmonious R&B track was well-received by critics and fans alike.
Soulful Inspiration
The song, which exhibits their signature a cappella and harmonizing style, was inspired by various popular R&B groups and soul singers from the 1960s and 1970s.
Successful Remix
A sequel version of "Uhh Ahh" was released, entitled "Uhh Ahh (The Sequel)." This remix version sampled the original song and had a more upbeat, hip-hop influenced sound.
Music Video
The music video for "Uhh Ahh" fits the ambience of the song perfectly. It features the members of Boyz II Men singing in various settings, and it showcases their smooth choreography and vocal talent.
Later Influence
The song has had a lasting influence and has been sampled by other artists. Notably, the countdown at the beginning of the song was sampled by Beyoncé as the intro for her song "Countdown."
Record Label
"Uhh Ahh" was released under Motown Records, a major player in the explosion of the "new jack swing" style that was popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Group Dynamics
All four original members of Boyz II Men—Nathan Morris, Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman, and Michael McCary—sang on "Uhh Ahh." However, Michael McCary later left the group due to health issues.
Awards and Accolades
Though "Uhh Ahh" didn't win any awards on its own, it contributed to the success of the album, "Cooleyhighharmony," that won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
Live Performances
The song remains a fan favorite and is often included in the setlist during Boyz II Men's live performances.
Social Impact
As with their other hits, "Uhh Ahh" played a significant role in shaping the R&B landscape in the 1990s and continues to influence modern-day artists.
Release Information
The song "Uhh Ahh" was globally released as the second single from "Boyz II Men's" debut studio album, titled "Cooleyhighharmony," in 1991.
Chart Success
The song reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and peaked at number 16 on the Hot 100 chart upon its release.
Credits and Production
The song was produced by famous American producer Michael Bivins and co-written by Boyz II Men members Nathan Morris and Wanya Morris, as well as Michael Bivins and Brian Morgan.
Unique Element
The countdown at the beginning of "Uhh Ahh" was sampled in Beyoncé’s hit song "Countdown." The Beyoncé track interpolates the countdown sequence and doo-wop stylings of the Boyz II Men's song.
Music Video
The music video of "Uhh Ahh," like many videos of Boyz II Men's songs, features emotional performances of the group members against various settings such as a church and a romantic dinner.
Winning Record
The song held the record for the longest-running Number One R&B single, remaining in the top position for a total of 5 weeks in 1991.
Album Success
The debut album "Cooleyhighharmony" which contains "Uhh Ahh" was commercially successful, earning the Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1992.
Signature Sound
"Uhh Ahh'' is a classic example of Boyz II Men's balanced combination of a soulful sound and genuine vocal harmonies, which later became one of their signature styles.
LIVE Performances
The song has been performed numerous times during their concerts, which showcases the group's vocal prowess, especially towards the end of the song where they showcase their natural falsetto range.
The 'Motownphilly' Style
"Uhh Ahh" epitomizes the 'Motownphilly' style that Boyz II Men introduced - a blend of classic Motown sound with the contemporary R&B vibe from Philadelphia. The term even formed the title of their first hit single, "Motownphilly."

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