Contagious
The Isley Brothers
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Its two A.M. I'm just gettin' in about to check my message, No one has called but my homies and some bill collectors. Cellular brings somebody wants to borrow money I two-way her she don't hit me back something is funny. So I called her mother's house and asked has she seen my baby. Roll my six around lookin' for that missing lady. Got back in turned the TV on and caught the news Then I put my hand on my head cause I'm so confused. And then I turned the TV down Cause I thought I heard a squicky sound, Somethings going on upstairs And I know nobody else lives here "bump bump bump" as I get closer to the stairways all I hear Then I hear my babies voice in my ear screamin out Your contagious, touch me baby give me what you got (and I heard an other man said) sexy lady drive me crazy, drive me wild (And I just can't believe this shit) I ran downstairs looked in the closet lookin' for that ooo, Said a prayer cause only God knows what I'm gonna do What I saw was enough to drive a Preacher wild I'm in the hall contemplatin' "not in my own damn house". Who would have thought she was creepin' wit another man? The down low happenin' to me all over again And then I turned the TV down Cause I know I heard a squicky sound, Something going on upstairs cause I know no one else lives here "bump bump bump" as I get closer to the stairways all I hear, Then I hear my babies voice in my ear screamin' Your contagious, touch me baby give me what you got (and I heard an other man said) sexy lady drive me crazy, drive me wild (And I just can't believe this shit) What the hell is goin' on between the sheets in my home? Baby wait let me explain before you start to point your cain. Girl I'm bout to have a fit "oh its bout to be some shit!" How did I get in to this? Should have never came home with this bitch! Low down dirty woman, back to where you come from "but baby wait" but wait my ass Hit the streets your ass is grass! Now Mista Biggs before you done "Wait how you know my name son?" "Honey wait I was gonna tell ya" " Move this cat looks real familiar" Hmmm?!?! Now don't I know you from somewhere a long time ago? No no I don't think so. Yea yea, I feel I know you brother very well. No No you mistaken me for somebody else. "Frank" "SHUT UP!" Can't you see two men are talkin'? "But" Thought I told yo ass to get to walkin'! Now I think ya'll better leave this place, Cause I'm about to catch a case. Your contagious, touch me baby give me what you got (and I heard an other man said) sexy lady drive me crazy, drive me wild (And I just can't believe this shit) Your contagious, touch me baby give me what you got Your contagious, touch me baby give me what you got Your contagious, touch me baby give me what you got Your contagious, touch me baby give me what you got
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Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Contagious" is from The Isley Brothers' 23rd album "Eternal," released in 2001.
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CollaborationThe song features R&B singer R. Kelly and the female R&B group Chanté Moore.
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Chart SuccessIt peaked at #19 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #3 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks Chart in 2001.
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Songwriter"Contagious" was written and produced by R. Kelly, who also provides a guest verse as well as plays the protagonist in the song's storyline.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Contagious" was very popular at the time of its release and features a dramatic narrative arc, with R. Kelly and actor Ron Isley playing characters named Sylvester and Mr. Biggs, respectively.
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LegacyThe song is considered a classic in the R&B genre and has been praised for its catchy hook, engaging narrative, and the performances of its singers.
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Award NominationIn 2002, "Contagious" was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals, showcasing the widespread acclaim the song received.
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Pop Culture Impact"Contagious" became well-known for its dramatic dialogue-filled music video, contributing significantly to its pop culture impact.
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Continuing StorylineThe song continues an ongoing narrative for The Isley Brothers and R. Kelly, which began with 1996’s hit R. Kelly song “Down Low (Nobody Has to Know)” and continued later in "Busted."
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Rivalry ThemeThe storyline throughout these songs features a rivalry between the character of Sylvester (R.Kelly) and Mr. Biggs (Ron Isley) over a woman, played by different actresses in each video.
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