Blended Family (What You Do for Love)
A$AP Rocky, Alicia Keys
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Hey I might not really be your mother That don't mean that I don't really love ya And even though I married your father That's not the only reason I'm here for ya I think you're beautiful I think you're perfect I know how hard it gets But I swear it's worth it, worth it That's what you do, what you do, what you do What you do for love 'Cause there ain't nothing, there ain't nothing There ain't nothing I won't do for us It may not be easy This blended family, but baby That's what you do, what you do, what you do What you do for love I know it started with a little drama I hate you had to read it in the paper But everything's alright with me and ya Mama Baby everybody here you know adores ya I think it's beautiful I think it's perfect I know how hard it gets But I swear it's worth it, worth it That's what you do, what you do, what you do What you do for love 'Cause there ain't nothing, there ain't nothing There ain't nothing I won't do for us It may not be easy This blended family, but baby That's what you do, what you do, what you do What you do for love, love For love, for love I think it's, my real my true love 'Cause you're my baby, rejoice daily I believe love could bring us closer than blood I remember having four step-moms at nine Loved Christmas time and birthday was fly Hit my sisters just for dinner 'cause the cookin' was bomb Her mothers supper made me love her like she took me to prom (uh) And shoutout to my sisters on welfare Flacko care, nobody else care And shoutout to the step-sisters and step-brothers And god-sisters, who eventually slept with us Real love, but you doin' it right, alright I'm here for you Everything's alright, alright That's what you do, what you do, what you do What you do for love (That's just what you do) There ain't nothing, there ain't nothing There ain't nothing I won't do for us (For you baby) It may not be easy This blended family but baby That's what you do, what you do, what you do What you do for love, love That's just what you do (for love) For love of the babies (for love) We're a blended family (for love) And it's alright (for love) Said it's alright! I'll be here forever
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Written by: Kenneth Neil Withrow, Brandon Aly, Edie Arlisa Brickell, John Bush, Latisha Tawana Hyman, Alicia Augello Cook, Rakim Mayers, David Ryan Kuncio, John Houser
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Album and Release"Blended Family (What You Do for Love)" is a song from Alicia Keys' sixth studio album, titled "Here". It was released as the lead single from the album on October 7, 2016.
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Featured ArtistThe song features American rapper A$AP Rocky. It is the only song on the album to include a feature from another artist.
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MessageThe song focuses on the theme of a blended family, which originated from Alicia's own personal experience being a part of a blended family with her husband, Swizz Beatz.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song are a dedication to Alicia's and Swizz Beatz’s sons and Swizz’s son from a previous marriage. Keys intended to address the beauty, challenges, love, and unity that comes with being a part of a blended family.
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GenreThe song features a mixture of genres including R&B, soul, and hip-hop, showcasing Alicia's diverse musical influences.
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Commercial PerformanceDespite its genuine message and heralding love in blended families, the song didn't perform strongly on major music charts. The song did not make it into the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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Collaboration with A$AP RockyAlicia Keys revealed on the social media platform Instagram that she was impressed by A$AP Rocky's perspective on love and families, which led to their collaboration on the song.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Blended Family (What You Do for Love)" was released on November 11, 2016. It was directed by Hype Williams and shows various types of families with Alicia Keys and A$AP Rocky performing in black and white footage.
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Critical ReceptionMany music critics praised the song for its heartfelt message. Alicia Keys' vocals were also praised, with some critics recognizing an evolution in her sound and style.
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Public AcceptanceDespite mixed commercial success, the song has been recognized for its positive message on familial love and acceptance, resonating with many listeners who are part of blended families.
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