Take Control
Amerie
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Hey Wait a minute Hey I said, baby I love the way that you hold me And you touch me like you know me See, I don't want nobody else And I, I'm 'bout to offer all I can give him 'Cause I'm a slave to his rhythm I said, I just can't help myself 'Cause, baby, I love ya And I trust ya You don't have to worry 'bout nothing Oh, I'm alive right now; look at me And I want ya No, I need ya And I'll do anything to please ya I just want you to take control of me (take control) [Chorus:] I said, hey (hey) Show me how you want it now (Do you) like it when I take it down? I got everything And anything you need, I wanna bring it to you, baby Hey (hey) Come a little closer now (Don't stop) Wanna go another round You got everything And anything I need, want you to bring it to me, baby Take control of me (Take control of me) Take control of me (Take control of me) Take control of me (Take control of me) Take control I said, baby I got to tell you how much I love it The way you kiss my neck in public I try my best not to blush Even when an argument comes around You take the time to break it down And you're never, ever in a rush (Never, never, never, ever, never, never!) And I'm scared, and I'm nervous Trying is always worth it Oh, I'm alive right now; look at me And I want him, I need him I'll find him, I'll forgive him, I'll feed him (Oh) I just want you to take control of me (take control) [Chorus] Take control of me (Take control of me) Take control of me (Take control of me) Take control of me (Take control of me) Take control [Bridge:] Now, if you feel what I feel, come and take control of me Don't you mind how you feelin'; just take control of me 'Cause you got my soul on fire, and I feel just fine You got what I need Na, na, na, na (Na, na, na, na, hey, hey, hey) hey, hey, hey! (Na, na, na, na, hey, hey, hey) I said, hey (hey) Show me how you want it now (Show me how you want it) (Do you) like it when I take it down? I got everything And anything you need, I wanna bring it to you, baby (oh) Hey (hey) Come a little closer now (Come a little closer) (Don't stop) Wanna go another round You got everything And anything I need, want you to bring it to me, baby Take control of me (Take control of me) Take control of me (lost to me) Take control of me (Take control of me) Why don't you come a little closer? Hey! (Na, na, na, na, hey, hey, hey) (Na, na, na, na, hey, hey, hey) Hey, hey, hey!
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Written by: Thomas Callaway, Sara Allen, Daryl Hall, John Oates, Amerie Rogers, Tom Ze, Mike Caren
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Editora e Importadora Musical Fermata do Brasil Ltda., BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Song Composition"Take Control" by Amerie is known for its drums and horns with a heavy funk emphasis, straying slightly from the singer's signature go-go sound.
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Album InclusionThe song is a part of Amerie's third studio album, "Because I Love It," which released in 2007.
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Song Production"Take Control" was produced by Cee-Lo Green and Mike Caren - a contrast from Amerie's usual preference of working with producer Rich Harrison.
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Chart PerformanceThe track reached number 10 on the UK Singles Chart and number 66 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Cultural InfluenceIn addition to being released as a single, "Take Control" was also featured in the soccer video game FIFA 08, expanding its reach to a different audience.
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Composition InfluenceSome parts of the song were inspired by styles of 1960s and 1970s folk, soul, and rock - showing Amerie's love for varied music genres.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was generally received with positive reviews from critics, praising its retro rhythm and Amerie's powerful vocals.
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Music VideoThe music video directed by Scott Franklin got up to 2 million views on YouTube, highlighting the song's popularity among fans.
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Collaborative AchievementThe song's release marked the first significant collaboration between Amerie and Cee-Lo, broadening her musical repertoire.
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Award Nominations"Take Control" was nominated for the Best Female Video at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards in Japan.
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Release SuccessDespite encountering a lukewarm reception in the U.S., the song did reasonably well in Europe, especially in the United Kingdom, where Amerie has a significant fanbase.
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