Burn

Usher

About Burn

"Burn" is a song by American R&B singer Usher, which he wrote with American songwriters Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox. The song was produced by Dupri and Cox for Usher's fourth studio album, Confessions (2004). "Burn" is about breakup in a relationship with an older women who goes by the name of Amy Lewis (lives in Atlanta Ga) and the public referred to it as an allusion to Usher's personal struggles. Originally planned as the album's lead single, "Burn" was pushed back after favorable responses for the song "Yeah!" "Burn" was released as the second single from the album on March 21, 2004. "Burn" topped various charts around the world, including the Billboard Hot 100 for eight non-consecutive weeks; it succeeded "Yeah!" at number one. Both singles gave Usher nineteen consecutive weeks at the top spot, longer than any solo artist of the Hot 100 era. "Burn" was certified platinum in Australia and United States, and gold in New Zealand. The song was well received by critics and garnered award nominations. In 2009 it was named the 21st most successful song of the 2000s, on the Billboard Hot 100 Songs of the Decade. This song won the 2005 Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Song. 


Year:
2004
4:15
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Girl, understand why
See it's burning me to hold onto this
I know this is something that I gotta do
But that don't mean I want to
What I'm trying to say is that, I love you I just
I feel like this is coming to an end
And it's better for me to let it go now, than hold on and hurt you
I've gotta let it burn

It's gonna burn for me to say this
But it's coming from my heart
It's been a long time coming
But we done been fell apart
Really wanna work this out
But I don't think ya gonna change ya
I do but you don't
Think it's best we go our separate ways
Tell me why I should stay in this relationship
When I'm hurting baby, I ain't happy baby
Plus there's so many other things I gotta deal with
I think that you should let it burn

When your feeling ain't the same and your body don't want to
But you know gotta let it go
'Cause the party ain't jumpin' like it used to
Even though this might bruise you
Let it burn
Let it burn
Gotta let it burn

Deep down you know it's best for yourself but you
Hate the thought of her being with someone else
But you know that it's over
You know that it was through
Let it burn
Let it burn
Gotta let it burn

Sendin' pages I ain't supposed to
Got somebody here but I want you
'Cause the feeling ain't the same
Find myself callin' her your name
Ladies tell me do you understand?
Now all my fellas do you feel my pain?
It's the way I feel
I know I made a mistake
Now it's too late
I know she ain't coming back
What I gotta do now
To get my shorty back
Oh oh oh oh
Man I don't know what I'm gonna do
Without my boo
You've been gone for too long
It's been fifty-eleven days, um-teen hours
I'mma be burnin' till you return (let it burn)

When your feeling ain't the same and your body don't want to
But you know gotta let it go
'Cause the party ain't jumpin' like it used to
Even though this might bruise you
Let it burn
Let it burn
Gotta let it burn

Deep down you know it's best for yourself but you
Hate the thought of her being with someone else
But you know that it's over
You know that it was through
Let it burn
Let it burn
Gotta let it burn

I'm twisted 'cause one side of me is tellin' me that I need to move on
On the other side I wanna break down and cry (oh)
I'm twisted 'cause one side of me is tellin' me that I need to move on
On the other side I wanna break down and cry (yeah)

Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh (can you feel me burnin'?)
Oh oh oh oh oh oh

So many days, so many hours
I'm still burnin' till you return

When your feeling ain't the same and your body don't want to
But you know gotta let it go
'Cause the party ain't jumpin' like it used to
Even though this might bruise you
Let it burn
Let it burn
Gotta let it burn

Deep down you know it's best for yourself but you
Hate the thought of her being with someone else
But you know that it's over
You know that it was through
Let it burn
Let it burn
Gotta let it burn

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Usher

Usher Raymond IV (born October 14, 1978), who performs under the mononym Usher, is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor. Usher rose to fame in the late 1990s with the release of his second album My Way, which spawned his first Billboard Hot 100 number-one hit, "Nice & Slow". The album has been certified 6-times platinum by the RIAA. His follow-up album, 8701, produced the Billboard Hot 100 number one hits "U Remind Me" and "U Got It Bad". The album has been certified 4-times platinum by the RIAA. more »

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Written by: Usher Raymond, Jermaine Dupri, Bryan Michael Cox

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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Artist Background
Usher is a well-known American singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor. He started his career in the 1990s and has released several chart-topping albums and singles throughout his career.
Song Background
"Burn" is a song by Usher from his 2004 album "Confessions". It was written by Usher, Jermaine Dupri, and Bryan-Michael Cox.
Chart Success
"Burn" was a commercial success upon its release. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for eight consecutive weeks, making it one of the longest-running number one singles in 2004.
Sales Performance
The song was certified platinum twice by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). It has sold over two million copies in the United States alone.
Critical Reception
Critics generally praised "Burn" for its lyrical content and Usher's vocal performance. The song also received a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Song in 2005.
Personal Significance
The song's lyrics are believed to reflect Usher's personal life, particularly his break-up with his then girlfriend, Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas from TLC. This added a level of authenticity and emotional depth to the song.
Music and Style
"Burn" is an R&B song with a mid-tempo style. It's noted for its smooth arrangement and soulful vocals. Usher's performance demonstrates his vocal abilities, particularly his ability to communicate emotion through song.
Music Video
The music video for "Burn" was directed by Jake Nava, and it received rotation on major music channels. The video showcased Usher's dance abilities and helped popularize the song.
Cultural Impact
The song has been covered by several artists and featured in numerous media outlets, showcasing its far-reaching impact.
Evergreen Popularity
Despite being released in 2004, "Burn" continues to receive significant airplay and recognition, proving its lasting appeal. As of 2021, it has over 200 million plays on Spotify.

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