Right By My Side

Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown

About Right By My Side

"Right by My Side" is a song by American rapper and singer Nicki Minaj, taken from her second studio album, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded (2012). The song also features additional vocals from R&B artist Chris Brown. "Right by My Side" was written by Ester Dean and Minaj, while production was handled by Pop & Oak. On March 27, 2012, "Right by My Side" was released as the second official single from the album to Rhythmic and Urban radio in the U. S. Musically, "Right by My Side" is an upbeat ballad infused with elements of pop. It was compared to several other songs, including Jordin Sparks "No Air", in which Brown was featured on, Rihanna's "You da One", and even Minaj's own track "Right Thru Me". Critics noted the songs "bubbly" persona, as well as its high quality production. Minaj performed the song live for the first time on 106 & Park on April 3, 2012. Minaj also performed the single during her surprise appearance at the Nokia Lumia 900 launch in Times Square. 


Year:
2012
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It all comes down, to this
I miss your, morning kiss
I won't lie, I'm feeling it
You don't know, I'm missing it
I'm so gone, I'm must admit
It's too much, to hold it in
I can't say no more than this
I just hope your heart hear me now
I let you know how I'm feeling
You own my heart, he just renting
Don't turn away, pay attention
I'm pouring out my heart oh boy

I-I, I'm not living life
I'm not living right
I'm not living if you're not by my side
Ooh oh

I-I, I'm not living life
I'm not living right
I'm not living if you're not by my side
Ooh oh

Let's meet at, our favorite spot
You know the one, right around the block
From a nice place, that you love to shop
Can you get away?
Care to sit down, let's talk it out
One on one, without a crowd
I wanna hold your hand
Make you laugh again, I need to be near you
Gotta let you know, how I'm feeling
Own my heart, and she just renting
Don't turn away, pay attention
I'm pouring out my heart girl

I-I, I'm not living life
I'm not living right
I'm not living if you're not by my side
Ooh oh

I-I, I'm not living life
I'm not living right
I'm not living if you're not by my side
Ooh oh

I can't eat I-I-I-I
I can't sleep I-I-I-I
What I need I-I-I-I
Is you right by my side ah

I can't eat I-I-I-I
I can't sleep I-I-I-I
What I need I-I-I-I
Is you right by my side ah

It ain't your spit game, it's your dick game
That got me walking 'round ready to wear your big chain
I only argue wit' 'em when the Lakers on
Other than that I'm getting my Marc Jacob's on
When my pussy game so cold that he always seem to come back
'Cause he know that it'd be a wrap
When I'm riding it from the back
Wait, oh, let me see your phone
'Cause all them bitches is ratchet
And let me get in my truck
'Cause all them' bitches'll catch it
Wait wait wait, there I go again
I be trippin', I be flippin', I be so belligerent
Man this shit that we be fighting over so irrelevant
I don't even remember though I was probably hella bent, let's go

I-I, I'm not living life
I'm not living right
I'm not living if you're not by my side
Ooh oh

I-I, I'm not living life
I'm not living right
I'm not living if you're not by my side
Ooh oh

I-I ooh oh
I-I ooh oh
I-I ooh oh
If you're not by my side

I can't eat I-I-I-I
I can't sleep  I-I-I-I
What I need I-I-I-I
Is you right by my side ah

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Chris Brown

Christopher Maurice Brown (born May 5, 1989) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer and actor. Born in Tappahannock, Virginia, he was involved in his church choir and several local talent shows from a young age. Having signed with Jive Records in 2004, Brown released his self-titled debut studio album the following year. It peaked at number two on the US Billboard 200 and was later certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), selling an overall three million copies worldwide. With his first single "Run It!" peaking atop the US Billboard Hot 100, Brown became the first male artist as a lead since Diddy in 1997 to have his debut single top the chart. His second album Exclusive (2007) spawned his second Hot 100 number one… more »

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Written by: Warren Felder, Jameel Roberts, Andrew Wansel, Ester Dean, Onika Maraj, Eleanor Jackson, Benedict Langmaid, Flip Colson

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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15 facts about this song

Release Date
"Right by My Side" was first released on March 27, 2012.
Album Placement
This song is the third single off Nicki Minaj's second studio album, "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded".
Song Length
The song has a total duration of 4 minutes and 25 seconds.
Genre Classification
This track falls under the genres of hip hop and R&B music.
Collaboration
This is one of several collaborations between Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown. Their working relationship continued with songs like "Only" and "Love More."
Music Video Star
The music video for the song features rapper Nas as Minaj's love interest.
Chart Performance
On the Billboard Hot 100, "Right by My Side" peaked at no. 51. It also reached no. 7 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Recording Locations
It was recorded at Conway Recording Studios in Hollywood, California.
Producers of the Song
The song was produced by Pop & Oak, two music producers who have also produced songs for artists like Alessia Cara and Demi Lovato.
Lyric Theme
"Right by My Side" is considered a love song, with verses exchanging romantic and occasionally combative sentiments.
Certification
In June 2018, the song's sales were certified gold by the RIAA for shifting over half a million units in the USA.
Music Video Viewership
The official music video has accumulated over 400 million views on YouTube as of 2022.
Digital Availability
"Right by My Side" is available for streaming on most major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and Tidal.
Critical Reception
The song has received largely positive reviews from music critics, with many praising the chemistry between Minaj and Brown.
Performances
Nicki Minaj has performed "Right by My Side" live on multiple occasions, including on her Pink Friday Tour.

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