I Do (Wanna Get Close to You)
3LW
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Yeah {Uh}, uh-huh Yeah, uh-huh {Uh} Yeah, uh-huh {Uh} Yeah, uh-huh {I like this} Yeah, uh-huh {And another one} Yeah, uh-huh {And another one} Yeah, uh-huh {Bad Boy, 3LW, let's go} Yeah, uh-huh Rode up in the club like what I got the VIP on lock down Then I saw you starin' at me The way we started to the back You make me think that you're the one Lickin' your lips at me for fun While the DJ's makin' 'em sweat Won't you come step to me If you wanna get down, baby, I do Holler at me, baby, uh-huh If you're rollin' deep tonight Then I do wanna know you But if you wanna get down, baby, it's cool Holler at me, baby, uh-huh If your love is ridiculous Then I do wanna get close to you Your ice, your gear, your sex appeal Your game so tight, you got me feenin' Wantin' you alone with me Is the illest fantasy You make me feel like wylin' out Showin' you what it's about, yeah Got it goin' on uptown Now let me see you work it out on me If you wanna get down, baby (I do), I do Holler at me (Baby), baby, uh-huh If you're rollin' deep tonight (Rollin' deep) Then I do wanna know you (I want you) If you wanna get down, baby, it's cool Holler at me, baby (Holler at me, baby), uh-huh If your love is ridiculous Then I do wanna get close to you (Whoa, baby) I'm sure you had me to get her, baby Baby, how can I just make you see I'm the only one you need So please let me know right now 'Cause it's true ('Cause it's true), I want you (I want you) Say that you want me too Come on, yeah Ladies and gentlemen I know I could make you scream like a woman' supposed to Seems like you wanna get closer Well, Boo here's the ticket, come through, we could kick it One hun' twenty, five foot two ??, my view with the sickest It's true, been convicted, I'm probably needin' a girl In other words, ma, I'm due for some kisses, I'm due for some huggin' And all them dudes that be buggin', I ain't with it I'm through the thuggin', I'm due for some lovin' I need a wife in my life and ma, you're lookin' like you're due for a husband I choose not to love 'em These chicks runnin' around actin' like straight fools in the public Let's move with the subject because I came with a better plot Just play the game and you'll never flop It's in your brain, you already hot But you ain't close to my face, so you better stop Wanna get down, baby (Wanna get down), I do Holler at me, baby, uh-huh If you're rollin' deep tonight (Deep tonight) Then I do wanna know you (Whoa...ho...) If you wanna get down, baby, it's cool (It's cool) Holler at me, baby (Oh...), uh-huh If your love is ridiculous Then I do wanna get close to you Wanna get down, baby, I do Holler at me, baby, Uh-huh If you're rollin' deep tonight Then I do Wanna know you If you wanna get down, baby, it's cool Holler at me, baby If your love is ridiculous Then I do wanna get close to you That's cool, don't stop Ah-hah Yeah Yeah Uh-huh, uh-huh I like this
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Written by: ADEKA STUPART, MARIO WINANS, WINSOME LINDSAY SINGH, CHAUNCEY LAMONT HAWKINS, MICHAEL CARLOS JONES
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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18 facts about this song
Release Details"I Do (Wanna Get Close to You)" was released by American girl group 3LW in the year 2002.
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AlbumThe single appeared on 3LW's second studio album called "A Girl Can Mack".
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Music GenresThe song is categorized under the genres of R&B and pop music.
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Popular Collaboration"I Do (Wanna Get Close to You)" featured appearance by hip hop duo Loon.
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Hit Billboard ChartsThe single peaked at number 58 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Notable LyricsThe song's lyrics conceptually discuss a desire to get closer to a romantic interest.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song is noted for its urban setting and choreographed dance sequences. It was directed by Chris Robinson.
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ControversiesDuring the promotion of "A Girl Can Mack" and "I Do (Wanna Get Close to You)", the group had internal issues, contributing to their eventual disbandment.
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Last Reverberation"I Do (Wanna Get Close to You)" was one of the last few singles that the group released before they ultimately disbanded in 2007.
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Post-3LWAfter the group dissolved, its members pursued various projects, with Adrienne Bailon and Kiely Williams achieving notable success as part of The Cheetah Girls.
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Radio FrequencyThe song often was played in urban and R&B stations, significantly contributing to its success.
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Critical ReceptionThe single received mixed to positive reviews from the critics, who generally praised its catchy rhythm and impactful vocals, but critiqued its lyrical depth.
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LegacyDespite the internal turmoil and the group's eventual dissolution, "I Do (Wanna Get Close to You)" remains one of 3LW's most popular and enduring tracks.
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InspirationalThe song is cited as an inspiration by several contemporary R&B-pop female acts.
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Spotify StreamsAs of 2021, "I Do (Wanna Get Close to You)" has over two million streams on Spotify.
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Worldwide ReachAlthough primarily a success in the United States, "I Do (Wanna Get Close to You)" also gained some international recognition.
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SongwritersThe track was written by group members Adrienne Bailon, Kiely Williams, and Jessica Benson, along with Sean Combs, Mechalie Jamison, Ryan Leslie, and Mario Winans.
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ProducersThe song was produced by Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs, also known as Puff Daddy, along with Co-Stars, Ryan Leslie, and Mario Winans.
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