Suitcase

Mary J. Blige

About Suitcase

"Suitcase" is a song by American recording artist Mary J. Blige. It was co-written by Mark J. Feist, Crystal Nicole, and Adrian Sotomayor, and produced by the former for Blige's soundtrack album Think Like a Man Too (2014), recorded for the comedy film of the same name. Sent as the album's lead and only single for urban contemporary and urban adult contemporary airplay in the US on June 10, 2014, following the release of the buzz track "A Night to Remember", it reached the top 30 on the US Adult R&B Songs chart.  


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I wonder if I took these scars
And put dirt in them
Would I brought me a brand new heart
Will love work again
If I keep let you hurt me
I might have to plead insanity
'Cause everything in me is telling me to go

'Cause I can't keep on crying when I see ya
Messing up my make up
Thinking you gon' change
But everything's the same
Starting keeping secrets
Got my heart in pieces
I'mma 'bout to pick myself up, and go

You gon' wake up in the morn
And find out that I'm already gone
Got a one way ticket, here's your goodbye song
And while you're trying to explain
I'll be zipping up my suitcase
While you're trying to explain
I'll be zipping up my suitcase
While you're trying to explain
I'll be zipping up my suitcase

Boy had everything
I never thought about another man
Gave you so much control on me
Your love really had me bugging me
If I don't let you go, you'll just keep on hurting me more and more
'Cause everything in me is telling me to go

'Cause I can't keep on crying when I see ya
Messing up my make up
Thinking you gon' change
But everything's the same
Starting keeping secrets
Got my heart in pieces
I'mma 'bout to pick myself up, and go

You gon' wake up in the morn
And find out that I'm already gone
Got a one way ticket, here's your goodbye song
And while you're trying to explain
I'll be zipping up my suitcase
While you're trying to explain
I'll be zipping up my suitcase
While you're trying to explain
I'll be zipping up my suitcase
One foot out the door
You won't hurt me no more
Got my things, I'm on my way
There's no reason for me to stay
'Cause I finally see the truth
And I refuse to be used
I'm so cool not loving you
Zipping up my suitcase

You gon' wake up in the morn
And find out that I'm already gone
Got a one way ticket, here's your goodbye song
And while you're trying to explain
I'll be zipping up my suitcase
While you're trying to explain
I'll be zipping up my suitcase
While you're trying to explain
I'll be zipping up my suitcase

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Mary J. Blige

Mary Jane Blige ( /ˈblaɪʒ/; born January 11, 1971), preferably known as Mary J. Blige, is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and occasional actress. She is a recipient of nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, and has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. She is the only artist with Grammy Award wins in R&B, Rap, Gospel, and Pop. more »

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Written by: Mary Jane Blige

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Artist Background
"Suitcase" is performed by Mary J. Blige, an American singer, songwriter, and actress known for her soulful voice, who has earned multiple Grammy Awards throughout her career.
Song Information
Released on June 23, 2014, "Suitcase" belongs to the contemporary R&B genre and is part of the soundtrack of the comedy-drama movie, "Think Like a Man Too."
Plot
The song explores the theme of a woman preparing to leave her relationship, ready to pack her suitcase and move on from her partner's deceit.
Songwriters
"Suitcase" was written by the prominent duo Mark J. Feist and Crystal Nicole. Feist is an American record producer, composer, and musician, while Nicole is a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and producer.
Video
The music video for "Suitcase" features Mary J. Blige acting out the lyrics of the song in an all-white room, with her luggage packed, symbolizing her readiness to leave behind a tumultuous relationship.
Reception
The song garnered wide acclaim for Blige's stirring vocal performance and the empowering message of the lyrics, despite not being released as an official radio single.
Soundtrack Success
"Think Like a Man Too" soundtrack, featuring "Suitcase," peaked at number 30 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Influence
Mary J. Blige has mentioned that "Suitcase" and other songs on the "Think Like a Man Too" soundtrack were influenced by the film's plot and themes.
Emotional Connection
Blige has often spoken about the personal and emotional connection she forms with her songs, and "Suitcase" is no exception.
Live Performances
One of the most notable live performances of "Suitcase" happened during Blige's appearance on the televised concert series "Verses and Flow" in 2014.

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