Don't Think They Know
Chris Brown
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Don't think they know the truth Say they saw (A-A-to the L-I-Y-A-H) I don't think they know, how could they know I don't think they know the truth Say they saw I don't think they know, how could they know Don't let them tell you any different Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it I owe it all to you Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it And as much as I messed up, always give me your best love Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it Sometimes I wonder what I did to deserve you Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it They gon' talk about it (gon' talk about it) Gon' try to change your mind about it Gon' tell you things you don't wanna hear But we good. (Don't worry 'bout it) So when they talk about (they talk about it) Just let 'em know we already got it Just tell 'em that we gon' work at it, we good (Don't worry 'bout it) I don't think they know the truth Say they saw I don't think they know, how could they know I don't think they know the truth Say they saw I don't think they know, how could they know Don't listen to (How could they know) What people say (How could they know) They don't know about (How could they know) 'Bout you and me (How could they know) At my best you love me Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it Even though I act my worse Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it And I know that it's different, feels like we're best friends, we connected They don't know about us, they don't know about it What did I do to deserve you Yea yea yeah they don't know about us, they don't know about it They gon' talk about it (gon' talk about it) Gon' try to change your mind about it Gon' tell you things you don't wanna hear But we good. (Don't worry 'bout it) So when they talk about (they talk about it) Just let 'em know we already got it Just tell 'em that we gon' work at it, we good (Don't worry 'bout it) I don't think they know the truth Say they saw I don't think they know, how could they know I don't think they know the truth Say they saw I don't think they know, how could they know Don't listen to (How could they know) What people say (How could they know) They don't know about (How could they know) 'Bout you and me How could they know How could they know They don't know about us, they don't know about it (How could they know) How could they know They don't know about us, they don't know about it (How could they know) I thank you for the autographs And the cheers over the years You stood by me you didn't doubt me I think you want some more I do more than sing, I'm older now, actin' now Plus I got my own movie now After all the awards That they gave me you still found me You didn't play me, you didn't doubt me Think you want some more I truly believe that If it wasn't all for you I don't know what I would do I don't think they know the truth Say they saw I don't think they know, how could they know I don't think they know the truth (they don't know) Say they saw I don't think they know, how could they know Don't listen to (How could they know) What people say (How could they know) They don't know about (How could they know) 'Bout you and me (How could they know)
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Written by: Jonathan David Buck, Tim Kelley, Jeffery Leon Walker Jr., Benjamin Bush, Maurice Nathan Simmonds, Bob Hope Robinson, Melvin II Hough, Rivelino Raulo Wouter
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15 facts about this song
Artist History"Don't Think They Know" is a single sung by the American music sensation, Chris Brown, who started his career at a very young age and is well-known for his R&B, pop, and hip-hop music style.
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Album Details"Don't Think They Know" is part of Chris Brown's sixth studio album, "X," which was released in 2013.
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CollaborationThe song features previously unreleased vocals from the late American R&B artist Aaliyah.
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Posthumous FeatureAaliyah, who died in 2001, had her vocals applied posthumously to the track. Chris Brown is a known admirer of Aaliyah's work.
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Song ThemeThe song deals with the theme of hidden love and the criticism one might face from people who don't understand the relationship.
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Video StylingThe music video has a "gang violence" theme in order to spread a positive message of unity and to stop violence in neighborhoods.
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Chart Performance"Don't Think They Know" entered the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart at number 81 and eventually peaked at number 81.
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ControversyThe song sparked a bit of commotion as Brown didn't seek the Haughton family's permission to use Aaliyah's vocals, causing controversy among her fans and family.
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Digital AnimationOn the music video, Aaliyah was brought back to life in the form of a digital hologram, singing along with Chris in a powerful duet.
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Song MessageDespite the controversy, Brown stated that the song and the video were meant to create awareness against gang violence, promoting unity, and bringing together different cultures and generations.
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Critic ReviewsThe song received mixed reviews, with some critics admiring Brown's vocals and the message against violence, while others criticized him for using Aaliyah's vocals without permission.
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Album SuccessDespite the mixed feedback for "Don't Think They Know," the album "X" was commercially successful, debuting at number two on the US Billboard 200 and being certified Platinum by the RIAA.
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CinematographyThe music video was shot in Compton, Los Angeles, adding a realistic touch to the message against gang violence.
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Background VocalsBesides Aaliyah, the background vocals also consisted of Sabrina Antoinette, Sevyn Streeter, Eric Bellinger and Chris Brown himself.
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Lyrics PenningChris Brown co-wrote "Don't Think They Know" with multiple songwriters including Leon Youngblood Jr, and Marcus Paulk.
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