Betcha Gon' Know (The Prologue)
Mariah Carey
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Though the lights were low I could see you both In a lover's silhouette And my heart stood still I was froze right there Staring down at her red dress So I bolted out the door Jumped right into the car It's too dangerous To be in the vicinity of where you are Rolled down all the windows Just so I could breathe I can't believe you just actually did this shit to me I'm going bout a hundred Mascara runnin' Laughing out of anger But it don't strike me as funny Been too good to you I've been virtuous and true To have something like this Happen in my own bedroom [Chorus] Betcha goin' know oh how it feels (when I get you back) Betcha goin' know oh how it feels (when your heart's been cracked) Betcha goin' know oh how it feels (when we fade to black) How it feels for real And you see your whole world collapse I'm a la-la-la-la-la-laugh I'm a la-la-la-la-la-laugh I'm a la-la-la-la-la-laugh right in your face boy Betcha goin' know oh how it feels So I pulled to the side Of the road to fix my face But I can't cover with make up What my tears want to erase I wake up in a haze Morning dew and sun rays As I drive I hide my eyes Behind my black Cavalli Shades A block from the house Slowly creep in the driveway Tip toe through the door But you're there wide awake You like "Where you been?" I'm like "Sorry" I fell asleep of Jasmine's sofa. I coulda swore that Ray Ray Called you and told ya" You like "You okay" I'm like "I'm alright. Little sleep and I'll be fine." But if you only knew What was in the back of my mind You already stung But you really goin' find out in time [Chorus] This is for real, for real, for real Oprah Winfrey, whole segment, for real, for real 20/20, Barbara Walters, for real, for real 60 minutes for real Baby, I had all my trust in you And look at what you put me through You got me all crazy, somewhere down the line Your goin' get what you deserve you fucking jerk Your were supposed to save me, my sweet baby Now we are fading away, but your gonna know how this feels Even if it's the last thing I ever do
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Written by: James Wright, Mariah Carey, Christopher A. Stewart, Terius Youngdell Nash
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Album Association"Betcha Gon' Know (The Prologue)" is a song by American recording artist Mariah Carey, from her twelfth studio album, "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel," released in 2009.
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CollaborationIn the album "Me. I Am Mariah... The Elusive Chanteuse" (2014), the song was remixed into a version featuring R. Kelly.
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Writing RoleLike many of her songs, Carey co-wrote "Betcha Gon' Know," sharing the credit with Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Terius "The-Dream" Nash, and James "Big Jim" Wright.
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Production Team InvolvementThe song was produced by Carey, Stewart, and Nash, indicating Mariah's hands-on involvement in the production of her music.
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GenreThe track displays elements of R&B and soul, featuring a slow, beat-bumping bassline combined with light keyboard sounds and strong vocals, creating a balanced fusion of modern and classic sounds.
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Subject of the SongThe song touches on the theme of infidelity, a speculated reference to Carey's past relationships.
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Track Position"Betcha Gon' Know (The Prologue)" serves as the opening track of "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel," setting the tone for the rest of the album.
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Review StandpointThe song received a generally positive reception from music critics, with many praising Carey's vocal performance as well as the track's production.
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Public PerformanceWhile Carey has performed the song during live concerts and televised appearances, it was not released as a standalone single.
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Notable LyricsA memorable line from the song is "I drew the curtains and the sun came in," symbolizing the protagonist's awareness of her partner's unfaithfulness.
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Creative DirectingMariah Carey has hailed "Betcha Gon' Know" as one of her personal favorites from the "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel" album during interviews.
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Album SalesDespite a mixed reception to the album as a whole, "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel" debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and was eventually certified platinum.
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