If I Was Your Man

Joe

About If I Was Your Man

"If I Was Your Man" is a song by American recording artist Joe. It was written by Mikkel Storleer Eriksen and Tor Erik Hermansen along with Phillip Lamont Jackson for his sixth studio album Ain't Nothin' Like Me (2007), with production handled by the former two for Stargate. The contemporary R&B ballad was selected as the album's second single and released to US radios on July 13, 2007. It peaked at number 84 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached the top forty of the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The song's accompanying music video features a cameo appearance by actor Blair Underwood and was inspired by the ending scene of the film Casablanca as his love interest leaves Joe for the man in the plane. 


Year:
2007
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Mmm, yeah, yeah, oh, oh 
Nana, nana, nana, nana, nana, oh 
Nana, nana, nana
If I was your man, girl 

Girl, I'm so tired of games 
I just wanna settle down 
I swear to you I've changed 
Baby, why you buggin' now?
I know that I put you through hell 
You deserve to be with someone else 
But I gotta be straight up (Straight up) 
Girl, I just wanna kiss and make up (Make up) 
Ooh, we've been through a lot of things 
How do you throw that away?
You were the heart of me 
Can't believe you let it break 
Tell me why you won't let him go 
You can say what you want, but I know 
Baby, no more lies 
I'm a keep it real this time 

Help me understand what I'm saying 
Ain't gettin' through 
Why I can't be your man when I'd give up the world for you 
Girl, I'll do the best I can 
Love you forever, that's what I'll do 
If I was your man, if I was your man, if I was your man 

Got rid of everything 
That I knew was hurting you 
My hustle in the streets 
Gave that up for you too 
Don't want nothing else in the way 
I just wanna make sure that you'll stay 
Baby, no more lies 
I'm a do it right this time 

Help me understand what I'm saying 
Ain't gettin' through 
Why I can't be your man when I'd give up the world for you 
Girl, I'll do the best I can 
Love you forever, that's what I'll do 
If I was your man, if I was your man, if I was your man

Can't live without you anymore 
Baby, I know that you're worth fighting for 
They say that you're still in love with me 
In my arms is where you need to be 
Can't live without you anymore 
Baby, I know that you're worth fighting for 
They say that you're still in love with me 
In my arms is where you need to be 

Nana, nana, nana, nana, nana, nana, oh yeah, nana, nana 
If I was your man, if I was your man

Help me understand what I'm saying 
Ain't gettin' through 
Why I can't be your man when I'd give up the world for you 
Girl, I'll do the best I can 
Love you forever, that's what I'll do 
If I was your man, if I was your man, if I was your man

Help me understand what I'm saying 
Ain't gettin' through 
Why I can't be your man when I'd give up the world for you 
Girl, I'll do the best I can 
Love you forever, that's what I'll do 
If I was your man, if I was your man, if I was your man

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Joe

Joe Lewis Thomas (born July 5, 1973), usually credited simply as Joe, is an American R&B singer-songwriter and record producer. more »

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Written by: MIKKEL ERIKSEN, TOR ERIK HERMANSEN, TAJ JACKSON

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"If I was Your Man" is sung by the American R&B singer Joe Thomas, better known by his stage name "Joe". He is famous for his soulful vocals and romantic themes in his songs.
Release Date
This track was released in 2007 as the lead single from Joe's seventh studio album "Ain't Nothing Like Me".
Chart Performance
"If I Was Your Man" reached #48 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and #4 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Songwriter
Besides being the vocalist, Joe also contributed to the songwriting of "If I Was Your Man" along with producers The Underdogs and Josh Alexander.
Music Video
The music video for "If I Was Your Man" was directed by Terry Heller and features actress Rochelle Aytes.
Notable Lyrics
The touching lyrics reflect the regret of a man who lost his love due to his mistakes and wishes to make amends, reinforcing Joe's image as a passionate and remorseful lover.
Critical Reception
The song was well-received by critics for its relatable lyrics and Joe's emotive delivery which brings out the despair in the song.
Album's Success
The album "Ain't Nothing Like Me" on which "If I was Your Man" is featured, reached #2 on the US Billboard 200 and was certified Gold by the RIAA, reinforcing Joe's commercial success as an R&B artist in the late 2000s.
Collaborations
While "If I was Your Man" is a solo track, it helped highlight the collaborations in the album with several artists like Nas, Papoose, and Fabolous.
Live Performances
Joe's performances of "If I Was Your Man" during his live concerts are often highlighted for their emotional intensity. In many instances, fans have praised how he manages to deliver the poignant lyrics while maintaining his smooth vocals.

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