Braid My Hair

Mario

About Braid My Hair

"Braid My Hair" is a R&B single by Mario. It is the second single from his first studio album Mario. The single was released on October 2002. The single was produced and written by Warryn Campbell and written by Harold Lilly.


Year:
2002
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When you look at me I know 
You see a sixteen year-old 
Getting his dough
Back and forth to the studios
Hoppin' out of limousines
Rockin' the latest jeans
Jordan's-fresh
T-shirts-new
And even though these things are true
It's hard workin'
Sometimes I just want to 
Go home and tell my girl to?

Braid my hair
C'mon and braid my hair
Back in my 'hood
Feeling good 
No worries or no cares
Baby use your hands
To make me feel alright
And take away the stress and drama
In my life
While you braid my hair

You may think that I'm complaining
But that's not the case
All I'm sayin'
Is my body gets weak
My mind gets tired
I need sleep
But I gotta keep
Traveling on the road
Doing these shows
New York to Cali
Dallas to Philly
It's the rules of the game
That I chose to play
But sometimes I wanna say?

Braid my hair
C'mon and braid my hair
Back in my 'hood
Feeling good 
No worries or no cares
Baby use your hands
To make me feel alright
And take away the stress and drama
In my life
While you braid my hair

Sit me down like you love me
Do it anyway you want
Baby, take it slowly
Front to back, side to side
Crisscross 
Get creative wit it
Girl, do your thang
Put it down like you love me
Let your fingers do the walkin'
And your lips do the talkin'
In my ear tell me what I wanna hear
I swear I can't wait for you to?

Braid my hair
C'mon and braid my hair
Back in my 'hood
Feeling good 
No worries or no cares
Baby use your hands
To make me feel alright
And take away the stress and drama
In my life
While you braid my hair

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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: HAROLD LILLY JR, HAROLD SPENCER JR LILLY, WARRYN CAMPBELL

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release and Popularity
"Braid My Hair" was released in 2002. It was the debut single of American R&B singer, Mario. It laid a solid foundation for his music career marking his claim on the music charts.
Album Appearance
The song was part of Mario's first self-titled album, "Mario," which brought him into the limelight.
Billboard Chart Performance
Although "Braid My Hair" did not make it into the US Billboard Hot 100, it reached the impressive number 74 on the US Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, showcasing the appeal of Mario's music to urban music listeners.
Music Video Appearance
A music video was made for the song, further amplifying its exposure to the public. It features Mario as a teenager in school, enamored by a girl who braids his hair.
Notable Lyrics
The song is notable for its lyrics as they highlight Mario's innocence and vulnerability as a young man in love, using the braiding of hair as a symbol of a simple and caring relationship.
Songwriting Credits
"Braid My Hair" was written by talented songwriters, including Warryn Campbell and Harold Lilly, who have also worked with other prominent names in the R&B industry.
Transition Symbol
The track is seen as a symbol of Mario's transition from a teenage phase to a more mature sound with his subsequent albums. Despite its more playful undertones, "Braid My Hair" already hinted at the vocal and emotional depth Mario would continue to explore in his music career.
Cover Version
R&B group, B5, covered a snippet of "Braid My Hair" in their video for All I Do, further attesting to the song's popularity and influence.
Mario's Favorite
Mario has expressed in various interviews that "Braid My Hair" remains one of his favorite songs, given that it marked the start of his professional career in music.
Impact on Future Work
The success of "Braid My Hair" served as an important stepping stone encouraging Mario to continue his journey, ultimately leading to a series of hits, such as "Let Me Love You," which would later define his career.

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