Only U
DJ Natasha, Ashanti
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Ashanti Ooh, I can't wait to get next to you Ohh, I just can't leave you alone Boy you got me doin' things that I would never do And I can't stop the way I'm feelin' if I wanted to I'm crazy 'bout the way that you could make me say your name And if I couldn't have you, I would probably go insane, 'cause Only you can me feel (Only you can make me feel) And only you can take me there (Only you can take me there) Only you can me feel (Only you, only you can make me feel) And only you can take me there (Only you can take me there) Ooh, I can't wait to get next to you Ohh, I just can't leave you alone Boy you stay inside my mind, ain't no denyin' that And only you could do them things that got me comin' back This gotta be the realest thing that I have ever felt And I'll do what I gotta do to keep you to myself, 'cause Only you can me feel (Only you can make me feel) And only you can take me there (Only you can take me there) Only you can me feel (Only you can make me feel) And only you can take me there (Only you can take me there) Crazy (Crazy) 'Bout the ('Bout the) Way you (Make me) Feel I just (I just) Gotta (Gotta) Have you (Have you) Here And I (And I) Wanna (Wanna) Let you (Let you) Know I won't (I won't) Ever (Ever) Let you (Let you) Go Only you can me feel (Only you can make me feel) And only you can take me there (Only you can take me there) Only you can make me feel (You can make me feel) And only you can take me there (Only you can take me there) Ooh, I can't wait to get next to you Ohh, I just can't leave you alone Ashanti
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Written by: ASHANTI S. DOUGLAS, DENZIL DELANO FOSTER, JAY A. KING, THOMAS DERRICK MCELROY, IRVING DOMINGO LORENZO, MARCUS VEST
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
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13 facts about this song
Release Date"Only U" was released on December 13, 2004, serving as the lead single from Ashanti's third studio album, 'Concrete Rose'.
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Chart PerformanceThe song achieved significant chart success. It peaked at number 13 on the billboard hot 100 and at number 2 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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International Recognition"Only U" became Ashanti's first song to enter the top 20 in most countries in the year 2005.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Only U" was directed by Hype Williams, who is renowned for his unique cinematic style. The video became very popular on MTV and BET.
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SongwritersAshanti was not only the performer of "Only U", but she also co-wrote the song along with Irving Lorenzo and Seven Aurelius.
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Recording LabelThe song was released under the popular music label "The Inc. Records", formerly known as Murder Inc.
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SoundThe song is characterized by its soulful lyrics and distinctive rock edge sound, which is different from the usual style of Ashanti’s music.
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Commercial Success"Only U" was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 2005 with over 500,000 copies sold.
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Album SuccessThe song helped 'Concrete Rose' album sell over a million copies worldwide with the album being certified Platinum.
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Live PerformancesAshanti has performed "Only U" in numerous live shows, including at the 2005 Soul Train Music Awards.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have done covers of "Only U", acknowledging the song's wide appeal and influence.
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SamplingThe song was sampled by other artists, showing the song's enduring popularity and impact on the music industry.
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Critic ReceptionThe song received generally favorable reviews from music critics. It was praised for its catchy tune, Ashanti's vocal performance, and its ability to seamlessly blend together elements of pop, R&B, and hip hop music.
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