Are U Still Down

Jon B.

About Are U Still Down

"Are U Still Down" is a song co-written and performed by American contemporary R&B singer Jon B, issued as a single from his second studio album Cool Relax. It was commissioned as a double single with "They Don't Know" in some markets, including the United States. The song features a rap by American hip hop musician 2Pac; and it was the final rap verse that 2Pac recorded before his death."Are U Still Down" was produced by Johnny J. As a tribute to Tupac, in 2004, 8 years after the rappers death, Jon B. recorded "Are U Still Down, Part. 2" with the original producer. Johnny J also had plans to release unreleased Tupac records. In part 2, Tupac's lyrics are sampled from his song Happy Home which was apart of his Until The End Of Time Album, released on March 27, 2001 4.5 years after his death. "Are U Still Down" peaked at number 29 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number two on the R&B chart in 1998. 


Year:
1997
4:27
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Chorus:
Girl it¡¯s alright, baby
'Cause it¡¯s there in your eyes yeah
I can see that you want me
By the way that you smile
Are you still down for me
 
Left once again at home
Another night on your own
Ain't no fun in lovin if you¡¯re lovin alone 
How does it feel to be useless, oh no
Can you recall how close we used to be then
Can you still remember those feelings again
Seems like everytime I see you
There¡¯s a tear in your eye
Time to make some decisions
Or go dying inside
 
Rap:
Tell ¡¯em all call me a fool
But I¡¯m stuck in this love thing
Plus I¡¯m over heatin¡¯ from the rush
Our tongues touch
Kissin' fellin' fireworks
Watch the sky
I makes you smile
But you'd rather have what makes you cry
Say goodbye and leave now
With my heart on my sleeve 
Memories now what I found is you
Still care you had feelings
And they¡¯re still there baby
Girl keep it real here
Are you still down?
 
Chorus:
Girl it¡¯s alright, baby
'Cause it¡¯s there in your eyes yeah
I can see that you want me
By the way that you smile
Are you still down for me
 
Remember that evening
I knew that you were too scared
To go all the way
But you did it to please me
You were crying it was raining
When you gave it to me
The more I see you
The more that I feel inside
And I know one day 
You¡¯ll make it back to where you can fly
Watch time go, don¡¯t cry 
Tomorrow brings better days
Let me dry your eyes
And take your burden away
 
Rap:
Only once in a lifetime
Touch my soul go slow
Baby boo don¡¯t rush the flow
Got me all weak baby
But I¡¯m strong in parts
More bounce to the ounce
With the longest sparks
Gettin' mine like fine wine
Measured in time
Many other brothers loved you 
But the pleasure was mine
Mama taught me how 
To love a woman properly sprung
We committed so I hit it
So it¡¯s properly done
Are you still down?
 
Girl it's alright baby
'Cause it's there in your eyes yeah
I can see that you want me
By the way that you smile
Are you still down for me?
 
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Jon B.

Jon B. (born Jonathan David Buck November 11, 1974 in Providence, Rhode Island, USA) is a Grammy nominated American R&B singer and songwriter. more »

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Written by: JONATHAN BUCK, TUPAC SHAKUR, JOHNNY JACKSON

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

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14 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Are U Still Down" was performed by the American singer-songwriter Jon B. He is often credited for being a part of the evolution of R&B in the 90s.
Release Information
This song was released as a single from Jon B.'s second studio album, "Cool Relax", in 1997.
Collaboration
The song features rap verses from the legendary rapper Tupac Shakur, who had been murdered a year before the song's release.
Posthumous Appearance
This is one of the several songs that feature Tupac's work posthumously, helping to further cement his legacy within the genre.
Chart Performance
"Are U Still Down" peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, making it one of Jon B's most successful tracks to date.
Radio Play
With its release, "Are U Still Down" reached #31 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it popularly played on mainstream radio stations.
Musical Style
The song features a blend of smooth R&B and hip hop, showcasing both Jon B. and Tupac's distinctive vocal styles.
Career Impact
The song’s success significantly helped in raising the profile of Jon B. in the music industry.
Video
The music video for "Are U Still Down" features clips of Tupac Shakur, honoring his contribution to the song and his overall impact on hip hop.
Producer
The production of this track was handled by Jon B himself, demonstrating his skills not only as a songwriter but also as a producer.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics in “Are U Still Down” talk about love and the trials and tribulations that come with it, a recurring theme in Jon B.'s music.
Music Composition
The music features a slow tempo beat, piano, and hip hop drum snares, which is in line with the popular R&B sound of the 90s.
Reception
Over the years, "Are U Still Down" has been praised for its lyrical depth and the organic blending of R&B with hip hop.
Legacy
Today, the song is considered a classic R&B hit, reflective of the overall sound and style of late 90s urban music.

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