It's a Wrap
Mary J. Blige
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You came home late last night you smelled just like the scent of her Not only that but you had lipstick all over your shirt I'm thinking to myself this man has no respect for me I knew it all along cause you were talking in your sleep It's a wrap Why you go and do me like that I thought the love was good But I misunderstood baby It's a wrap And I am not surprised How you could sit right here And look me in my eyes and tell a lie Heard you calling her name In your sleep at night What are we gonna do Cause I'm through with you I heard you calling her name In your sleep at night What are we gonna do Cause I'm through with you I heard you What you were saying in your sleep it violated me No doubt about it but there's nothing left for you and me Because you're busted and I might as well go on Boy it's gonna take a long time to make this a happy home You know it's a wrap Why you go and do me like that I thought the love was good But I misunderstood baby It's a wrap And I am not surprised How you could sit right here And look me in my eyes And tell a lie I heard you Heard you calling her name In your sleep at night What are we gonna do Cause I'm through with you I heard you calling her name In your sleep at night What are we gonna do Cause I'm through with you All you had to say was I don't want to be with you Why don't you tell the truth cause I already got the proof It will never be the same you know it's a crying shame Cause now I am disgusted cause you are so cold busted I heard you calling her name In your sleep at night What are we gonna do Cause I'm through with you I heard you calling her name In your sleep at night What are we gonna do Cause I'm through with you Heard you calling her name In your sleep at night What are we gonna do Cause I'm through with you I heard you Why you go and do me like that I thought the love was good But I misunderstood baby It's a wrap And I am not surprised How you could sit right here And look me in my eyes and tell a lie
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Written by: Mary J. Blige, Mario Mendell Winans, Sean J. Combs, Mechalie S. Jamison
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Songwriter's Credit"It's a Wrap" was co-written by Mary J. Blige and other world-class songwriters, namely Bruce Miller, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Michelle Lynn Bell.
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Album AppearanceThe song finds its place in Mary J. Blige’s eighth studio record, “Growing Pains,” released in 2007.
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CollaborationThis track features an input from the renowned singer-songwriter and record producer, Jazmine Sullivan, who is credited as a backup vocalist in the track.
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Use of Classical MusicThere is an interpolation of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Air on the G String" in the song. This is quite interesting because not many R&B songs integrate classical music elements into them.
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Inspired ProductionThe song was produced by the famed Bruce Miller and Bryan-Michael Cox who have previously worked with various popular artists, including Usher and Mariah Carey.
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Emotional ContentThe song highlights Blige’s virtuosic blend of R&B, hip-hop, and soul – dealing with the theme of love, heartbreak, and strength, something she is widely acclaimed for.
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International SuccessMary J. Blige’s album “Growing Pains,” in which "It's a Wrap" is included, received worldwide success. It was certified Platinum by the RIAA in the United States.
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Award-winning AlbumBlige won the Best Contemporary R&B Album award for "Growing Pains" in which "It's a Wrap" was featured, at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards.
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Diverse ReactionThe song received mixed reviews from critics; some praised Blige's emotive delivery while others pointed out that the album's consistency suffered due to the track's distinct classical influence.
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Commercial PerformanceDespite its experimental nature and mixed reception, "It's a Wrap," along with the other songs in “Growing Pains,” helped the album debut at No.2 on the US Billboard 200.
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