Under the Influence

Chris Brown

About Under the Influence

'Under the Influence" is a song by American singer Chris Brown. It is the third track on the extended edition of his ninth studio album Indigo, which was released on October 4, 2019, by RCA Records. The song was written by Brown along with Nigerian singer Davido, producer Kiddominant and Tiffany Mckie. "Under the Influence" became a viral hit in 2022 via TikTok. After this, the song was officially released as a single, roughly three years following its original release. "Under the Influence" received great success internationally, reaching the top ten in more than 20 countries between 2022 and 2023, including United Kingdom, Australia, India, New Zealand, while peaking at number 12 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The songs title became the name of Brown's 2023 tour which kicked off in Europe and Jamaica. 


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2019
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Get up, get up
Kiddominant on the beat, better run it back

Fuckin' Robitussin
I don't know why this shit got me lazy right now, yeah
Can't do Percocets or Molly
I'm turnin' one, tryna live it up here right, right, right

Baby, you, yeah
Riding through, yeah
Bring it over to my place
And you be like
"Baby, who cares?"
But I know you care
Bring it over to my place

You don't know what you did, did to me
Your body like wait, speaks to me
I don't know what you did, did to me
Your body like wait, speaks to me

(Yeah)
(Yeah)

I can make it hurricane on it
Hunnid bands, make it rain on it
Tie it up, put a chain on it
Make you tattoo my name on it, oh
Make you cry like a baby, yeah
Let's GoPro and make a video, yeah
Make you cry like a baby, yeah
Let's GoPro and make a video
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah

Baby, you, yeah
Riding through, yeah
Bring it over to my place
And you be like
"Baby, who cares?"
But I know you care
Bring it over to my place

You don't know what you did, did to me
Your body like wait, speaks to me
I don't know what you did, did to me
Your body like wait, speaks to me

Baby, you, yeah
Riding through, yeah
And you be like
"Baby, who cares?"
But I know you care

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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: David Adedeji Adeleke, Tiffany McKie, Ayoola Oldapo Agboola, Chris Brown

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20 facts about this song

Album Release
"Under the Influence" is one of the tracks from Chris Brown's ninth studio album titled "Indigo", released in 2019.
Collaboration
The song features American artist Kiddominant, who is also the producer.
Kiddominant Contribution
This Nigerian popular producer, Kiddominant not only contributed but is also well-recognized for his work in Afrobeat, a genre that influences this track heavily.
Genre
The song leverages Afrobeat and RnB genres, demonstrating Chris Brown's versatility as an artist.
Production
"Under the Influence" was both produced and written by Kiddominant, whose real name is Ayoola Oladapo Agboola.
Popular Song
Although not a main single from the album, the song has gained a lot of popularity, especially among the Afrobeat and Chris Brown's audience.
Lyrics Meaning
The song has sexual innuendo, with Chris Brown crooning about falling under the influence of a woman’s love.
Reception
"Under the Influence" received positive reviews for its beat, smooth lyrics, and Kiddominant's production skills.
Indigo Album Success
The "Indigo" album peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200, attesting to the popularity of tracks like "Under the Influence".
Streaming Platforms
"Under the Influence" is available on various streaming platforms, including Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Music, among others.
Release Details
"Under The Influence" is a song from Chris Brown's ninth studio album "Indigo" which was released in 2019.
Collaborations
The song "Under The Influence" was co-produced by the Grammy-winning producer and singer, Kidominant, who is based in Nigeria.
Unique Style
Incorporating a fusion of Afrobeat and dancehall styles, "Under The Influence" shows another side of Chris Brown's versatility as an artist.
Music Video
While the song does not have its official music video, many of Chris Brown's fans have created dance videos inspired by the track on various social media platforms.
Positive Reception
The song has been positively received by fans from all over the world. It currently has millions of streams on various music streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music.
Meaningful Lyrics
The song lyrics express being so in love with someone that it feels like being intoxicated, a theme that resonates with many listeners.
Concert Performance
"Under The Influence" has been played by Chris Brown as part of his setlist in some of his live performances.
Sequel Album
The album "Indigo", including the song "Under The Influence", serves as a follow-up to Chris Brown's 2017 album "Heartbreak on a Full Moon".
Album Features
The double-disc album includes an astounding 37 tracks with star-studded collaborations, showcasing the wide range of musical styles Brown can successfully tap into.
Impressive Sales
"Indigo" debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200, making it one of Chris Brown's most successful albums to date.

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