Real Things

Javine

About Real Things

"Real Things" is the debut single by English singer and songwriter Javine. The single, which features a sample of M. O. P.'s "Ante Up" and a lyrical interoperation of "It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)" by Duke Ellington and Irving Mills, reached the top five on the UK Singles Chart and is the biggest hit of her career to date. The song has also featured on the SingStar games, being the 19th single featured on SingStar Party. After finishing sixth in Popstars: The Rivals and narrowly missing out on a spot in Girls Aloud, Javine signed and worked in an R&B-oriented style, and "Real Things" became the first piece of music to show so.  


Year:
2008
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Everybody want to be
Wearing jewellery
Escaping reality
Runnin' the city
So ya want to be number one
Don't forget where ya came from
Its not about me and you 
It's about the things we do 
Most guys don't have a clue
Material issues 

How can I make you see the real things in life are free

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We don't need someone
That could show you what you loving
Need someone
That'll neva let you down
Need someone
To tell you that they love you
And always be around

You could be the hottest 
You could be the finest
It don't matter to me
You could be the baddest
Be the most stylish
You could be rollin' in money
It don't matter what you got
If your heart is outta love 
You could be the hottest 
You could be the finest
It don't matter to me

Outta my ? things
Wouldn't mind a diamond ring
But trust me I'd be chippin' in
And take what life brings
Gotta do what you decide
But do what feels right
I just want to keep it real
That just how I feel
Its not about the ?
But the R-E-S-P-E-C-T

How can I make you see the real things in life are free

Hottest 
Finest 

We don't need someone
That could show you what you loving
Need someone
That'll neva let you down
Need someone
To tell you that they love you
And always be around

You could be the hottest 
You could be the finest
It don't matter to me
You could be the baddest
Be the most stylish
Be rollin' in money
It don't matter what you got
If your heart is outta love 
You could be the hottest 
You could be the finest
It don't matter to me

If you got it
You don't have to flaunt it
If I don't show it 
Don't mean that I ain't got it
No it don't mean a thing
If you ain't got real things

You could be the hottest 
You could be the finest
It don't matter to me (matter to me)
You could be the baddest
Be the most stylish
You could be rollin' in money (rollin' in money)
It don't matter what you got (oh no)
If your heart is outta love 

You could be the hottest (hottest)
You could be the finest (finest)
It don't matter to me
You could be the baddest (baddest)
Be the most stylish (stylish)
You could be rollin' in money 
It don't matter what you got 
If your heart is outta love
You could be the hottest 
Be the finest
It don't matter to me

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Javine

Javine is a British R&B and pop singer, known for her powerful vocals and energetic performances. She gained prominence through her participation in various talent shows and reality TV programs. Javine released several successful singles and albums, establishing herself as a prominent figure in the UK music scene in the early 2000s. more »

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Written by: ER, GRINNAGE, HALLGEIR, HERMANSEN, HYLTON, MURRY, PITMAN, Darryl Pitman, Eric Murry, HALLGEIR RUSTAN, Jamal Grinnage, JAVINE HYLTON, Mikkel Eriksen, TOR HERMANSEN

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Spirit Music Group

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Artist Profile
Javine is a British R&B singer and songwriter. Besides her music career, she is also known for her acting stint on a popular UK soap opera, "Holby City."
Song Release
The song "Real Things" was released on 12th May 2003 as the debut solo single of Javine.
Commercial Success
Upon its release, the song performed exceptionally well, peaking at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart.
Album
"Real Things" is a track from Javine’s debut album, "Surrender", which was launched in the United Kingdom in 2004.
Music Video
The music video for "Real Things" features Javine in various outfits, dancing and singing across different settings.
Genre
"Real Things" is a blend of Pop and R&B, with prominent upbeat rhythms indicative of early 2000's pop music scene.
Chart Trivia
With the commercial success of "Real Things", Javine became one of the few acts to reach the UK top five with their debut single in 2003.
Song Theme
Coming from a place of authenticity and genuineness, "Real Things" is a self-empowerment anthem about staying true to oneself.
Song Duration
"Real Things" lasts for a duration of approximately three minutes and twenty-six seconds (3:26).
Song Reception
Although not gaining notable international success, "Real Things" was very popular in the UK and received considerable airplay upon release.
Song Composition
The song has an urban feel, characterized with strong drum beats and smooth vocals from Javine.
Collaboration
"Real Things” was written by popular songwriter Eg White, who has also crafted hits for famous artists like Adele, Florence and the Machine, and Sam Smith.
Record Label
The song "Real Things" was released under the record label of Innocent Records, a subsidiary of EMI.
Live Performances
"Real Things" was performed by Javine on various music shows including BBC's “Top of the Pops."
Struggles and Triumphs
"Real Things" marked a solid comeback for Javine after her failed bid to represent the United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2005.

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