I Get Lonely
Janet Jackson
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I get so lonely Can't let just anybody hold me You are the one that lives in me, my dear Want no one but you I get so lonely Can't let just anybody hold me You are the one that lives in me, my dear Want no one but Sittin' here with my tears All alone with my fears I'm wonderin' if I have to do without you But there's no reason why I fell asleep late last night Cryin' like a newborn child Holdin' myself close Pretendin' my arms are yours I want no one but you I get so lonely Can't let just anybody hold me You are the one that lives in me, my dear Want no one but you I get so lonely Can't let just anybody hold me You are the one that lives in me, my dear Want no one but I still remember to the day In fact is was a third Monday You came along to be the one for me and now I'm alone I'm sittin' here by the phone Call and say that you're okay So that I'll have the chance to beg you to stay I want no one but you I get so lonely Can't let just anybody hold me You are the one that lives in me, my dear Want no one but you I get so lonely (I get, I get) Can't let just anybody hold me (can't let) You are the one that lives in me, my dear I want no one but you I get so lonely (every time I see your face, baby) Can't let just anybody hold me (every time I hear your name) You are the one (I can't believe) That lives in me, my dear (that you and me are no longer) Want no one but you I get so lonely (every time I see your face, babe, ooh) Can't let just anybody hold me (every time I hear your name) You are the one (you are the love) That lives in me, my dear (that lives in me, baby) Want no one but- Gonna break it down, break it down, break it down Gonna break it down, break it down, break it down Ooh You know that I know That I get so lonely thinking of you Ooh-hoo No, whoa, ohh, no I get so lonely (I get lonely when I hear your name) Can't let just anybody hold me (I get lonely when I see your face) You are the one that lives in me, my dear Want no one but you I get so lonely (get lonely when I hear your name) Can't let just anybody hold me (I get lonely when I see your face) You are the one that lives in me, my dear Want no one but you (I don't want no one else but you) I get so lonely (every time I see your face, baby) Can't let just anybody hold me (every time I hear your name) You are the one (you are the love) That lives in me, my dear (that lives in me, baby) Want no one but you (ooh, ohh) I get so lonely (every time I hear your name, baby) Can't let just anybody hold me (every time I see you face) You are the one (I can't believe) That lives in me, my dear (that you and me are no longer) Want no one but you
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Written by: James Samuel Iii Harris, Janet Damita Jo Jackson, Terry Lewis
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
Album Classification"I Get Lonely" is a song from Janet Jackson's sixth studio album "The Velvet Rope", which was released in 1997.
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Genre ClassificationThe song falls under the R&B genre. It is notably influenced by pop music and has undertones of electronic dance music.
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Charting DetailsThe song was a commercial success. It peaked at No.3 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking her eighteenth song to reach the top 10 of this chart.
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Songwriters ClassificationJanet Jackson, James Harris lll, and Terry Lewis collectively wrote the song.
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Awards ClassificationAt the 1999 Grammy Awards, "I Get Lonely" was nominated for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.
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Remix ClassificationThe official remix of "I Get Lonely" features Blackstreet, an American R&B group.
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Music Video RecognitionThe music video of "I Get Lonely" is noteworthy because it was directed by Paul Hunter, a renowned music video director. In the video, Jackson is seen in a distinct red outfit which later became an iconic look.
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Critical Reception ClassificationCritically, the song received positive feedback with critics praising its mature lyrics, Jackson's vocal performance, and its addition to the theme of the album around mental health and depression.
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Cover Version ClassificationJason Derulo performed a notable cover of "I Get Lonely" during his 2019 tour.
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Sales CertificationThe song was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in June 1998, indicating sales of over 500,000 units.
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Controversial ClassificationDespite its success, the song was subject to some controversy due to its explicit content, with Jackson exploring sexuality and desire in the lyrics.
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Commercial Use ClassificationThe song was featured in the 1998 film "How Stella Got Her Groove Back".
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