So Sick

Ne-Yo

About So Sick

"So Sick" is a song by American singer and songwriter Ne-Yo. It was written by Ne-Yo, Mikkel S. Eriksen, and Tor Erik Hermansen for his debut studio album In My Own Words (2006), while production was hemled by Eriksen and Hermansen under their production moniker Stargate. The song was released as the second single from the album. "So Sick" was successful on charts worldwide, reaching number one in the United States and the United Kingdom. It's also Ne-Yo's biggest hit so far although the single also battled through controversy. It won the race to the UK number-one spot, scoring Ne-Yo his first UK number one and beating "Nature's Law" by Embrace which only reached number two due to a large count of legal download sales of "Nature's Law" which didn't register in the official charts. The song was featured in the video games Saints Row 2 and SingStar. 


Year:
2006
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Gotta change my answering machine, now that I'm alone
'Cause right now it says that "We can't come to the phone"
And I know it makes no sense, 'cause you walked out the door
But it's the only way I hear your voice anymore

(It's ridiculous)
It's been months and for some reason I just
(Can't get over us)
And I'm stronger than this

(Enough is enough)
No more walking round with my head down
I'm so over being blue, crying over you

And I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishing you were still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
So why can't I turn off the radio?

Gotta fix that calendar I have that's marked July 15th
Because since there's no more you, there's no more anniversary
I'm so fed up with my thoughts of you and your memory
And now every song reminds me of what used to be

That's the reason I'm
So sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishing you were still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
So why can't I turn off the radio?

(Leave me alone)
Leave me alone
(Stupid love songs)
Don't make me think about her smile
Or having my first child
Let it go
Turning off the radio

'Cause I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishing she was still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
So why can't I turn off the radio?

Said I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishing she was still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
Why can't I turn off the radio?
(Why can't I turn off the radio?)

And I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishing you were still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
Why can't I turn off the radio?
(Why can't I turn off the radio?)
Why can't I turn off the radio?

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Ne-Yo

Shaffer Chimere Smith (born October 18, 1982), better known by his stage name Ne-Yo, is an American pop and R&B recording artist, record producer, dancer and actor. Beginning his career as a songwriter, Ne-Yo penned the hit "Let Me Love You" for singer Mario. The single's successful release in the United States prompted an informal meeting between Ne-Yo and Def Jam's label head, and the signing of a recording contract. He has won three Grammy Awards for his musical work. more »

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Written by: Mikkel Eriksen, Shaffer Smith, Tor Erik Hermansen

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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14 facts about this song

Release Details
"So Sick" was released as the second single from Ne-Yo's debut album, "In My Own Words" in 2006.
Chart Success
The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for two weeks, igniting Ne-Yo's global music career.
Songwriting
Ne-Yo co-wrote "So Sick" with Norwegian production team Stargate. It marked one of the early examples of their hugely successful collaboration.
Award Nominations
"So Sick" earned Ne-Yo a nomination for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance at the 49th Grammy Awards in 2007.
Cover Artists
Notable artists like Conor Maynard, Jorja Smith, and Boyce Avenue have covered "So Sick", demonstrating its timeless appeal.
Musical Composition
The song is composed in the key of G Major, but the melody also uses notes from the relative minor, E minor.
Song Theme
The lyrical content of "So Sick" explores the theme of heartbreak, revolving around a character who is tired of love songs after a painful breakup.
Video Perspective
The music video for "So Sick" departs slightly from the song lyrics. It depicts Ne-Yo in a relationship, with contrasting scenes of happiness and heartbreak.
Rihanna's Audition
Interestingly, Rihanna sang a version of "So Sick" during her audition for Jay-Z at Def Jam Records, the performance that launched her own successful career.
Global Success
"So Sick" also enjoyed success across the globe, topping the UK Singles Chart, and reaching the top 10 in Australia, New Zealand, Italy, Sweden, and the Netherlands.
Positive Reviews
Critically, the song was well received, with many praising Ne-Yo's vocal delivery and the emotional honesty of the lyrics.
Album Success
"So Sick" helped propel "In My Own Words" to number one on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
Production Techniques
Stargate incorporated elements of pop and R&B in the production, resulting in a crossover hit that appealed to a wide range of listeners.
Influence
The success of "So Sick" and its distinctive sound helped to establish Ne-Yo as a new force in R&B.

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