4 Page Letter

Aaliyah

About 4 Page Letter

"4 Page Letter" is a song by American singer Aaliyah from her second studio album One in a Million (1996). The song was written by both Missy Elliot and Timbaland with the latter producing the song. Musically the song is an R&B ballad that talks about Aaliyah expressing her feelings for her crush in the form of a letter. The song was released as the albums fourth single by Blackground and Atlantic on March 11, 1997. Upon its release the song was met with generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising both Aaliyah's delivery and the songs production. In the United States the song performed moderately well peaking within the top 20 at number 12 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart on the week ending on April 19, 1997. On the US Rhythmic charts the song peaked within the top 40 at number 26 on the week ending on May 17, 1997. Internationally the song performed even better peaking at number 24 on the UK official charts. Also in the UK the song peaked within the top 10 on the official R&B charts at number 9 on the week ending on August 24, 1997. Also on August 24, 1997 song peaked within the top 20 at number 16 on the UK official dance charts. 


Year:
1996
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Mama always told me to be careful who I love
And daddy always told me make sure he's right
I always had my eyes on this one particular guy
I was too shy so I decided to write

I'm sending him a 4 page letter
And I enclosed it with a kiss
And when I write him he better get it on time
I'm sending him a 4 page letter
And I enclosed it with a kiss
And when I write him he better get it on time

People always say that I've played myself for you
They say that you don't even notice me
Baby when I get the nerve to come to you
Promise me that you won't diss me

I'm sending him a 4 page letter
And I enclosed it with a kiss
And when I write him he better get it on time
I'm sending him a 4 page letter
And I enclosed it with a kiss
And when I write him he better get it on time (oh I'm writin' you)

I'm writing you a love letter tonight
You better keep watch 'cause the mailman's coming (oh yes he is, oh hi)
I'm writing you a love letter tonight
You better keep watch 'cause the mailman's coming

I'm sending him a 4 page letter
And I enclosed it with a kiss
And when I write him he better get it on time
I'm sending him a 4 page letter
And I enclosed it with a kiss
And when I write him he better
Get it on time

I'm sending him a 4 page letter
And I enclosed it with a kiss
And when I write him he better get it on time
Get it on time, oh yeah
Oh yeah yeah

Oh yeah yeah

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Aaliyah

Aaliyah Dana Haughton (January 16, 1979 – August 25, 2001), who performed under the mononym Aaliyah ( /ɑːˈliːə/), was an American recording artist, dancer, actress and model. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, and was raised in Detroit, Michigan. At the age of 10, she appeared on the television show Star Search and performed in concert alongside Gladys Knight. At age 12, Aaliyah signed with Jive Records and her uncle Barry Hankerson's Blackground Records. Hankerson introduced her to R. Kelly, who became her mentor, as well as lead songwriter and producer of her debut album, Age Ain't Nothing but a Number. The album sold three million copies in the United States and was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). After f… more »

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Written by: Melissa A Elliott, Timothy Z Mosley

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10 facts about this song

Album Details
"4 Page Letter" is a song from Aaliyah's second studio album "One in a Million", which was released in 1996.
Producer Info
The song was produced by Timbaland, a prominent figure in the R&B and hip-hop industry. The pairing of Aaliyah and Timbaland proved to be a successful combination, resulting in multiple hit songs.
Chart Performance
"4 Page Letter" peaked at number 57 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 12 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, demonstrating its success among fans and radio listeners.
Music Video Facts
A music video was created for the single, directed by Daniel Pearl. The video, which features Aaliyah in an African jungle setting, has been praised for its unique aesthetic.
Song Composition
The song is known for its potent blend of R&B, pop, and hip-hop elements. The lyrics depict Aaliyah writing a love letter to a man who doesn't know she exists.
Critical Reception
Critics praised "4 Page Letter" for its mature lyrics and compelling beats. The song is considered one of Aaliyah's best, illustrating her growth as an artist.
Posthumous Recognition
Despite Aaliyah's tragically short career, her music continues to be influential. "4 Page Letter", like many of her songs, often appears on lists of the best R&B songs of the 1990s.
Cover Versions
Over the years, various artists have covered "4 Page Letter," further cementing its status as a classic R&B song.
Live Performances
"4 Page Letter" was part of Aaliyah's setlist during her live performances, including her appearances on televised music programs.
Inspirational Impact
"4 Page Letter" has been cited as an influence by several contemporary R&B artists, highlighting Aaliyah's lasting impact on the genre.

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