The Light
Erykah Badu, Common
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Yeah Doo doo doo, mmm, mmm, mmm, mmm, mmm Doo doo doo, diggy-doo yo I never knew a luh, luh luh, a love like this Gotta be somethin' for me to write this Queen, I ain't seen you in a minute Wrote this letter and finally decide to send it Signed, sealed, delivered for us to grow together Love has no limit, let's spend it slow forever I know your heart is weathered by what studs did to you I ain't gon' assault 'em 'cause I probably did it too Because of you feelings I handle with care Some niggaz recognize the light but they can't handle the glare You know I ain't the type to walk around with matchin' shirts If relationship is effort I will match your work I wanna be the one to make you happiest, it hurts you the most They say the end is near, it's important that we close To the most, high Regardless of what happen on him let's rely There are times when you'll need someone I will be by your side There is a light that shines Special for you and me Yo, yo, check it It's important we communicate And tune the fate of this union to the right pitch I never call you my bitch or even my boo There's so much in a name and so much more in you Few understand the union of woman and man And sex and a tingle is where they assume that it land But that's fly by night for you and the sky I write For in these cold star night's moon, you my light If heaven had a height, you would be that tall Ghetto to coffee shop, through you I see that all Let's stick to understandin' and we won't fall For better or worse times, I hope to me you call So I pray everyday more than anything friends will stay as we begin to lay This foundation for a family love ain't simple Why can't it be anything worth having you work at annually? Granted we known each other for some time It don't take a whole day to recognize sunshine There are times when you'll need someone I will be by your side, oh darling There is a light that shines Special for you and me Yeah, yo, yo, check it It's kinda fresh you listen to more than hip-hop And I can catch you in the mix from beauty to thrift shop Plus you ship hop when it's time to, thinkin' you fresh Suggestin' beats I should rhyme to At times when I'm lost I try to find you You know to give me space when it's time to My heart's dictionary defines you, it's love and happiness Truthfully it's hard tryin' to practice abstinence The time we committed love it was real good Had to be for me to arrive and it still feel good I know the sex ain't gon' keep you, but as my equal It's how I must treat you As my reflection in light I'm a lead you And whatever's right, I'm a feed you Digga da, digga da, digga da, digga digga da da Yo I tell you the rest when I see you, peace There are times when you'll need someone I will be by your side There is a light, that shines Special for you and me I'll take my chances before they pass, pass, pass Pass me by, oh darling You need to look at the other side You'll agree
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Written by: Bobby Caldwell, Bruce Malament, James Dewitt Yancey, Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Normann William Harris
Lyrics © THE MUSIC FORCE LLC, SCHERZO MUSIC INC, Universal Music Publishing Group, BENDAN MUSIC
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10 facts about this song
Release and Reception"The Light" was released in 2000 as the first single from Common's album “Like Water for Chocolate.” It’s widely considered as one of his best songs by fans and critics alike.
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Grammy NominationThe song was nominated for Best Rap Solo Performance at the Grammy Awards in 2001, demonstrating its impact in the music industry.
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ProductionThe track was produced by the famous hip-hop producer Jay Dee, also known as J Dilla who sampled a song called "Open Your Eyes" by Bobby Caldwell for the beat.
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LyricsCommon wrote "The Light" as a love letter to his then-girlfriend Erykah Badu. It serves as a testament to their relationship, filled with respectful and affectionate words towards Badu.
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Music VideoThe music video of "The Light" was unique for its time, presenting a simple and straightforward storyline contrasting with the more elaborate narrative often seen in rap music videos in early 2000s.
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Cultural Impact"The Light" has been praised for its positive portrayal of love and relationships, which is considered a departure from the usual themes often seen in the genre of rap.
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RemixA remix was also released featuring Erykah Badu and produced by Canadian producer Kaytranada.
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CoverCoeur De Pirate, a Quebec singer-songwriter, released a cover of "The Light" in 2015 on her album "Roses".
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Critically AcclaimedThe song ranked on the Village Voice's Pazz & Jop critics' poll at the 55th position in 2000, showing its recognition among professional critics.
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SamplingThe song has been sampled numerous times by different artists proving its lasting impact in the music world.
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