Gangsta Lovin'
Alicia Keys, Eve
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[Alicia Keys] I just wanna rock you all night long (all night long ohhh I wanna rock ya) I just wanna rock you all night long (ooooooooooo) [Eve] Yo, need you to undastand me daddy, I ain't yo average babygurl, doin it dawg, I'm well established, I ain't tryin ta lead ya on, I just wanna ask ya if ya might wanna gimme yo name its on your status, ya know I seen you time to time, you seem available, that don't mean shit, all these bitches wanna settle you, gotta say you want my short list a few, them otha dudes is ok, but I'm feelin you, want you in the best way, what you gon do about it, why don't you juss test me, you won't wanna do without it, Know I'm comin at ya hard, meetin a thug and I ain't givin up til I get that gangsta love! [Alicia Keys] I just wanna rock you all night long (ohhh I wanna rock ya) I just wanna rock you all night long (ooooooooooo) [Eve] I know you seen me this night that night, always my shit tight hair done outfit crazy skirts is just right, white Vita wit a bangin tan walk in demandin all eyes, baby here I am, isn't it a shame that my frame and I know you watchin, puttin on a show fo you, poppin I ain't stoppin, gotta ask ya if you want it, yeah you goin to, only thing that makin love yo is me wit you, 'cause I know you feelin that regardless of ya frontin, and I heard in the streets it was me you be wantin, lemme find out you shy or suttin, but I know yo not, so stop the games and approach as you really not! [Alicia Keys] I just wanna rock you all night long (all night long ohhh I wanna rock ya) I just wanna rock you all night long (ooooooooooo) [Eve] Yo oh ok, numba sex change, now we sit n wait, shouldn't have took you so long in the first place, I'm just playin cutie, yeah give me a call, law school you ain't gotta see me til my flaw, see I'm a big gurl, but you'll find out stuff fo me while I drop top and ride out, Will Smith wanna know what shorty's all about, but its cool I'm droolin and these words are comin out my mouth! (Alicia Keys] Its that gangsta lovin' (Gangsta) That just stopped me buggin(Buggin) Its that gangsta lovin'(Gangsta, Gangsta) That just stopped me buggin(ooooo I) [Alicia Keys] I just wanna rock you all night long (all night long ohhh I wanna rock ya) I just wanna rock you all night long (ooooooooooo) I wanna rock you baby, I wanna hold you baby Won't you be my baby? I wanna be yo lady I wanna rock you baby, I wanna hold you baby Won't you be my baby? I wanna be yo lady [Eve] Baby let me rock wit you(Gangta Gangsta Love) You know I wanna rock wit you(Gangsta Gangsta) Baby let me rock wit you(Eve) You know I wanna rock wit you(A Key we're gonna rock ya) Baby let me rock wit you You know I wanna rock wit you(Its Gangsta Gangsta Love) Baby let me rock wit you(Gangsta Gangsta) You know I wanna rock wit you(Gangsta Gangsta Love Ooooo Yeah) You know I wanna rock wit you Baby let me rock wit you
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12 facts about this song
Artist Collaboration"Gangsta Lovin'" was a collaborative work between Alicia Keys and Eve. Alicia Keys is an accomplished singer, songwriter, and pianist, while Eve is a renowed rapper and actress.
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Release DateThe song was released on July 26, 2002.
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Album InclusionIt was included in Eve's third studio album, "Eve-Olution".
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Gangsta Lovin'" peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, demonstrating its popularity and commercial success.
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Song ProducersThe song was produced by Irv Gotti and rapper 7 Aurelius.
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Song Theme"Gangsta Lovin'" is recognized for its strong theme of a romantic relationship that is deep, gritty, and real - hence the term "Gangsta Lovin'".
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Little X, features Eve and Alicia Keys in various scenes including a high school and a large dance party.
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International SuccessThe song was also successful worldwide, reaching the top 10 in several countries such as Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands.
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Grammy RecognitionEve's album, which included "Gangsta Lovin'", was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2003, although it did not win.
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Song WritingWhile Alicia Keys was part of the writing team for her verse, the full team of writers consisted of Eve, Keys, Robert Mays, Mashonda Tifrere, Irv Gotti, and 7 Aurelius.
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Change in Sound"Gangsta Lovin'" is said to have marked a change in sound for Eve, paving the way for her transition into more mainstream, radio-friendly music.
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SamplingThe song samples "Love Rollercoaster" performed by the Ohio Players and "Between The Sheets" by The Isley Brothers.
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