I Wasn't with It

Jesse Powell

About I Wasn't with It

"I Wasn't with It" is a song performed by Jesse Powell. The song is the opening track from his second album 'Bout It and was issued as the album's first single. It was his first song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at #85 in 1998.


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1998
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Uh, uh, uh 
What? Check it out 
Check it, check it, check it out 
Check it out 
Check it, check it, check it out 
Now tell your girlfriends to mind their business 
Yeah, what 
Tell your girlfriends to mind their business 

I swear I never ever told you no lies 
I'm where I wanna be, right by your side 
(Come on, what) 
I never meant for you to question me why 
'Cause you're the only one girl, in my life, yeah 

1 - So don't you say it, say it 
I didn't hit it, hit it 
I wasn't wit it, wit it 
I wouldn't cheat on you 
So don't you say it, say it 
I didn't hit it, hit it 
I ain't wit it, wit it 
I wouldn't cheat on you 

What makes you think I wanna play around, baby 
And jeapordize the love we have, no way 
And girl I do still love you the same, um hmm 
So don't you listen to a word your girlfriends say 
No, no, no, no  

So don't you say it, say it 
I didn't hit it, hit it 
I wasn't wit it, wit it 
I wouldn't cheat on you 
So don't you say it, say it 
I didn't hit it, hit it 
I ain't wit it, wit it 
I wouldn't cheat on you 

How can I change your mind 
Baby, I never meant to make you cry, no 
So tell me what I've done wrong 
To ever make you think that I would do you wrong, oh 

So don't you say it, say it 
You stop listening to your girlfriends 
Baby, just leave 'em alone 
I didn't hit it, I wasn't wit it 
Come on baby, come on baby 
Stop shivering, stop listening 
Your girlfriends baby, just leave 'em alone 
I didn't hit it, hit it 
I wasn't wit it, wit it 
Come on baby

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Jesse Powell

Jesse Powell (born September 12, 1971) is a Grammy-nominated American R&B/soul songwriter-singer. Discovered by Louil Silas, Jr, he is best known for his hit "You," which peaked at #2 R&B and #10 Pop. Powell has released 4 studio albums to date (Jesse Powell, Bout It, JP, Jesse). His sisters, Trina & Tamara Powell are also singers as well, and have released one album to date. Powell is credited with a four octave vocal range. more »

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Written by: ELIAS, JACKSON, ROBINSON

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9 facts about this song

Music Genre
"I Wasn't with It" is a pop R&B song, which combines catchy melodies with rhythm and blues influences.
Release Date
The song was released in the year 1996, making it over 20 years old today.
Album
"I Wasn't with It" is a track off Jesse Powell's second studio album 'Bout It, which peaked at number 63 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, the song managed to secure a spot in the top 30 of the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Song Writer and Producer
The song was written by Jesse Powell, Sam Salter, and Laney Stewart. It was also produced by Laney Stewart, who has worked with several top-tier artists in the world of R&B.
Music Video
The music video for "I Wasn't with It" has a classic 90s vibe, reflecting the style and culture of the era.
Critical Reception
Critics have lauded Jesse Powell's emotive singing on the track, capturing the essence of 90s R&B with an enjoyable and listenable song.
Radio Play
“I Wasn't with It” received significant radio play upon its release and remains popular on R&B and soul radio stations in the United States.
Live Performances
Over the years, Powell has performed "I Wasn't with It" live at various concerts and music festivals which only added to the song's popularity.

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