All for You

Janet Jackson

About All for You

"All for You" is a song by American singer Janet Jackson, released as the lead single from her seventh studio album All for You (2001). Written and produced by Jackson and Jam and Lewis, "All for You" is a dance-pop song about flirting with someone on the dance floor. It received positive reviews from critics and was noted for its transition to a brighter and more optimistic sound from the darker tone of the singer's previous album The Velvet Rope. Jackson was titled the "Queen of Radio" by MTV as the song made radio history by becoming the first single to be added to every pop, rhythmic, and urban radio format within its first week of release. It also set the record for the highest debut of a song which was not commercially available in both the United States and France. The song peaked atop the US Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks, making it the longest reigning hit of the year, and notably reached number one on the singles charts in Canada and Japan and the UK R&B Chart, as well as peaking within the top ten of the majority of the singles charts worldwide. And to date it's also her tenth and last number one hit.  


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All my girls at the party, look at that body
Shakin' that thing like you never did see
Got a nice package alright
Guess I'm gonna have to ride it tonight
All my girls at the party, look at that body
Shakin' that thing like you never did see
Got a nice package alright
Edit (four, three, two, one)
Chicka-a

It's all for you, if you really want it
It's all for you, if you say you need it
It's all for you, if you gotta have it
It's all for you if you make a move
It's all for you

I see you starin' out the corner of my eye
You seem uneasy, want to approach me, throw me a line
But then somethin' inside you grabs you, says, "Who am I?"
I know exactly 'cause it happens with all the guys

So you, so what'cha gonna do?
Come on and talk to me
Promise you, won't even have an attitude
I'll let you sit right next to me
Don't join the list with these other fools
That ain't the way to be
Yes, it's cool, yes, I'm in the mood
Intimidations got that mind, yeah

It's all for you, if you really want it
It's all for you, if you say you need it
It's all for you, if you gotta have it
It's all for you if you make a move
It's all for you

Can't be afraid or keep me waitin' for too long
Before you know it, I'll be outta here, yeah, I'll be gone
Don't try to be all clever, cute, or even sly
Don't have to work that hard, just be yourself
And let that be your guide

So you, so what'cha gonna do?
So come and talk to me, boy
Promise you, won't even have an attitude
I'll even let you sit right next to me
Don't join the list with these other fools
That ain't the way to be, boy (that ain't the way to be, no)
Yes, it's cool, yes, I'm in the mood
Intimidation every time

It's all for you, if you really want it
It's all for you, if you say you need it (say you need, babe)
It's all for you, if you gotta have it (yeah, yeah)
It's all for you if you make a move
It's all for you, tell me you're the only one
It's all for you, soon we'll be havin' fun
It's all for you, come over here and get some (come over here, baby, get'cha some)
It's all for you if you make a move
It's all for you (chicka-ah)

All my girls at the party, look at that body
Shakin' that thing like you never did see
Got a nice package alright
Guess I'm gonna have to ride it tonight
All my girls at the party, look at that body
Shakin' that thing like you never did see
Got a nice package alright
Guess I'm gonna have to ride it tonight

It's all for you (chicka-ah), if you really want it
It's all for you, if you say you need it
It's all for you, if you gotta have it
It's all for you if you make a move
It's all for you

All my girls at the party, look at that body
Shakin' that thing like you never did see (it's all for you)
Got a nice package alright
Guess I'm gonna have to ride it tonight (it's all for you)
All my girls at the party, look at that body
Shakin' that thing like you never did see (it's all for you)
Got a nice package alright (if you make a move)
Guess I'm gonna have to ride it tonight

It's all for you, baby, tell me you're the only one
And soon we'll be havin' fun (oh, yeah)
Come over here and get some
(Soon we'll be havin' fun) soon you'll be havin' fun
(Soon we'll be havin' fun)

Guess I'm gonna have to ride
Guess I'm gonna have to ride it tonight
Guess I'm gonna have to ride (chicka-ah)

Chicka-ah

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Janet Jackson

Janet Damita Jo Jackson (born May 16, 1966) is an American recording artist and actress. Known for a series of sonically innovative, socially conscious and sexually provocative records, as well as elaborate stage shows, television and film roles, she has been a prominent figure in popular culture since the early 1970s. The youngest child of the Jackson family, she began her career appearing on the variety television series The Jacksons in 1976 and went on to appear in other television shows throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, including Good Times and Fame. more »

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Written by: Terry Lewis, James Harris III, Janet Jackson, Mauro Malavasi, David Romani, Wayne Garfield

Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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14 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"All for You" is categorized under the dance-pop and R&B genres, showcasing Janet Jackson's diverse musical style.
Album Facts
The song "All for You" is the title track of Janet Jackson's seventh studio album, released in 2001.
Chart Success
The single topped the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart for seven weeks, making it one of the most successful songs of Jackson's career.
Grammy Win
"All for You" won the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording in 2002, recognizing Jackson's contribution to the dance music genre.
Music Video
The music video to the song, inspired by a two-dimensional flash animation concept, received critical acclaim and is still remembered for its innovative visuals.
Sampling Facts
The song features a sample of the 1980 hit "The Glow of Love" by Change, illustrating Janet Jackson's touch for blending old and new sounds.
Record-breaking
"All for You" set records for the highest debut on Radio Songs with 140 million audience impressions and was the first song ever to be added to every pop, R&B/hip-hop and adult radio station within its first week of release.
Songwriters
Along with Janet Jackson herself, the song was written by Jam and Lewis, the latter of whom has had a long-standing creative partnership with Jackson.
Sales Milestone
The song was certified double platinum by the RIAA, indicating sales of over two million copies in the United States alone.
Dance Routine
The choreographed dance routine from the "All for You" music video became iconic and is often reproduced by fans and in tributes to Jackson's work.
Lyrical Content
The lyrics of "All for You" provides a playful and flirtatious theme where Janet talks about finding romance on the dance floor.
Worldwide Success
Beyond the United States, "All for You" also reached number one in Canada and the top ten in numerous countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, France, and Germany, illustrating Jackson's global appeal.
Remixes
Following its initial success, "All for You" has been remixed by several prominent DJs and producers, further expanding its reach within the dance music arena.
Live Performances
Janet Jackson's live performances of "All for You" feature elaborate dance sequences and have been hailed as one of the highlights of her concerts.

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