Just a Friend 2002

Mario

About Just a Friend 2002

"Just a Friend 2002" is a R&B single by Mario. It is the first single from his first studio album Mario which was a loose cover of Biz Markie's hit, "Just a Friend". Mario's version is quite different, as the story is changed from a man who discovers his girlfriend has been cheating on him, to a story about unrequited love. The single was released in February 2002. The single was produced by Warryn "Baby Dubb" Campbell and written by Warryn "Baby Dubb" Campbell, Harold Lilly, John Smith and Biz Markie. It outperformed Markie's 1989 version on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at #4, while Markie's peaked at #9. It was covered by Kidz Bop Kids from their album, Kidz Bop 3. 


Year:
2002
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Ya'll ready fo' me?
Ahh
I want to know your name and
I want to know if you gotta man
I want to know 
I want to know everything
I want to know your number and if I can come over and
I want to know whatcha like
I want to know so I can do it all night
Butcha tellin' me I'm just a friend
Tellin' me I'm just a friend

[Chorus]
Oh baby you
Got what I need (got what I need)
But you say I'm just a friend (Say I'm Just A Friend)
But you say I'm just a friend (Say I'm Just A Friend)
'Cause I can be your fantasy
But you say I'm just a friend
But you say I'm just a friend

I want to know you in and out
I want to know what your all about
I want to know
I want to know what makes you laugh
I want to know about your past
I want to know how you move 
I want to know so I can move too
I want to know
But your tellin' me I'm just a friend
Tellin' me I'm just a friend

[Chorus: x3]
Can you
Give me one reason why
You wouldn't want this kind of guy
'Cause I stay dips
I stay lace 
And I know you know I'm fly
Girl stop playing games with me
And let get it on tonight
You got nothing to lose
Let me do what I do

[Chorus: x4]
Come on girl
You can call me any time you like
Doesn't matter day or night
We can do whatever you want to do
Its up to you
Don't fight the feeling
That you feel
I can tell that its real 
Oh girl
So won't you help me understand
Why you say I'm just a 
Why you say I'm just a friend

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Mario

Mario Dewar Barrett (born August 27, 1986), who performs under the mononym Mario, is an American R&B singer-songwriter, actor, dancer and model. He is best known for his hit singles "Just a Friend 2002" (2002) and "Let Me Love You" (2004), which won him two Billboard awards, as well as for appearing in the films Step Up and Freedom Writers. He has released four studio albums: Mario (2002), Turning Point (2004), Go (2007), and D.N.A. (2009). In the end of 2000's decade, Mario was ranked by Billboard #98 on their "Artist of the Decade" list. more »

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Written by: Warryn Campbell, Marcel Theo Hall, Harold Spencer Jr Lilly, John T Smith

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10 facts about this song

Background
"Just a Friend 2002" is a song by American R&B singer Mario. It was the lead single from his self-titled debut studio album.
Remake
The song is a modern reinterpretation of Biz Markie's 1989 hit "Just a Friend". The "2002" in the title is to signify it being a modern take on the classic song.
Chart Success
"Just a Friend 2002" was a commercial success, peaking at number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and at number 1 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart.
Grammy Nomination
The success of the song led to Mario receiving a Grammy nomination in 2003 for Best R&B Male Vocal Performance.
Video Appearance
Actress and model Megan Good appeared in the music video of "Just a Friend 2002". The video was very popular on MTV and BET channels.
Critical Reception
The song received mostly positive reviews, with critics praising Mario's vocals and the fresh take on Biz Markie's original hit.
Song Meaning
The song, similar to its original version, tells the story of a man who is interested in a woman who tells him they can be nothing more than just friends.
International Success
"Just a Friend 2002" also found success internationally, charting in countries including the United Kingdom and Australia.
Platinum Status
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certified the song Platinum, indicating it has sold over 1 million copies.
Career Impact
"Just a Friend 2002" played a major role in establishing Mario's career and has since become one of his most recognizable songs.

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