Love Don't Cost a Thing

Jennifer Lopez

About Love Don't Cost a Thing

"Love Don't Cost a Thing" is a song recorded by American singer Jennifer Lopez for her second studio album J. Lo (2001). It was released on December 2, 2000 by Epic Records as the lead single from the album. The song was written by Damon Sharpe, Greg Lawson, Georgette Franklin, Jeremy Monroe and Amille D. Harris, and produced by Ric Wake, Richie Jones and Cory Rooney. At the time of the song's release, Lopez was transitioning into a sex symbol and in a relationship with American rapper Sean Combs. Lyrically, "Love Don't Cost a Thing" is described as an "exploration of love" in which Lopez is unhappy about her materialistic lover; provoking much media analysis as to whether or not it was an innuendo towards Combs. Ultimately, the pair's courtship ended shortly after its release. Described as "frothy" and "catchy" by critics, it was noted for its message about love and commercial appeal to women. "Love Don't Cost a Thing" was met with worldwide commercial success and is considered "classic Lopez". It peaked within the top ten in the United States and foreign markets including Australia, France, Germany and Ireland, as well as peaking at number one in Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, among other countries. "Love Don't Cost a Thing" was also a radio hit, becoming her first single to top the American Hot 100 airplay chart. The music video for "Love Don't Cost a Thing" directed by Paul Hunter and choreographed by Darrin Dewitt Henson was met with acclaim, garnering MTV Video Music Award and ALMA Award nominations. It became one of the year's most-viewed clips, and was highly requested on the music video broadcasting series, Total Request Live. The music video subsequently became notorious after Lopez married Cris Judd, one of the back-up dancers who appeared in it. Lopez has performed "Love Don't Cost a Thing" live on numerous occasions, including the 2000 MTV Europe Music Awards and the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards in New York City, held days before 9/11. 


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2001
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You think you gotta keep me iced (You don't)
You think I'm gonna spend your cash (I won't)
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing
Think I wanna drive your Benz (I don't)
If I wanna floss I got my own
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing

When you rolled up in the Escalade
Saw that truck you gave to the valet
Knew that it was game when you looked at me
Pulling up your sleeve so I could see the Rolley bling
Saw you later in the corner booth
Raising up a toast so I would notice you
But your heart's a mess
Think you outta know
Doesn't matter if you're balling out of control

All that matter's is
That you treat me right
Give me all the things I need
That money can't buy yeah

You think you gotta keep me iced (You don't)
You think I'm gonna spend your cash (I won't)
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing
Think I wanna drive your Benz (I don't)
If I wanna floss I got my own
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing

When I took a chance
Thought you'd understand
Baby credit cards aren't romance
So you're tryna buy what's already yours
What I need from is not available in stores
Seen a side of you that I really feel
Doing way too much, never keep it real
If it doesn't change, gotta hit the road
Now I'm leaving, where's my keys?
I've got to go

All that matter's is
That you treat me right
Give me all the things I need
That money can't buy yeah

You think you gotta keep me iced (You don't)
You think I'm gonna spend your cash (I won't)
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing
Think I wanna drive your Benz (I don't)
If I wanna floss I got my own
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing

A thing, a thing, a thing
Yeah, yeah, yeah
You think the money that you make
Can substitute the time you take
Take the keys here to my heart
Then you can win my heart, and get what's in my heart
I think you need to take some time
To show me that your love is true
There's more than dollar signs in you
Then you can win my heart, and get what's in my heart

You think you gotta keep me iced (You don't)
You think I'm gonna spend your cash (I won't)
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing
Think I wanna drive your Benz (I don't)
If I wanna floss I got my own
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing

You think you gotta keep me iced (You don't)
You think I'm gonna spend your cash (I won't)
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing
Think I wanna drive your Benz (I don't)
If I wanna floss I got my own
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing

You think you gotta keep me iced (You don't)
You think I'm gonna spend your cash (I won't)
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing
Think I wanna drive your Benz (I don't)
If I wanna floss I got my own
Even if you were broke
My love don't cost a thing

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Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lynn Muñiz (née Lopez; born July 24, 1969) is an American actress, dancer, entrepreneur, fashion designer, film producer, philanthropist, recording artist, spokesperson, songwriter and television personality. She is one of the most influential entertainers of Hispanic descent and is one of the highest paid actresses in Hollywood, making up to US$15 million per film role. Lopez has sold over 11.8 million albums in the United States and over 70 million records worldwide. She became interested in pursuing a career in the entertainment industry following her small role in the 1986 film My Little Girl, to the dismay of her Puerto Rican parents, who believed that it was an unrealistic career route for a Latino. Following a move from The Bronx to Manhattan,… more »

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Written by: Amil Harris, Damon Sharpe, Georgette Franklin, Greg Lawson, Jeremy Monroe

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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15 facts about this song

Chart Performance
"Love Don't Cost a Thing" topped the charts in several countries, becoming Jennifer Lopez's first No. 1 single in the UK.
Music Category
It falls into the musical genres of R&B and pop.
Album Placement
This popular track is from Jennifer Lopez's second studio album, "J.Lo," released in 2001.
Music Video Director
The song's music video was directed by Paul Hunter, a well-known music video director.
Awards and Nominations
The music video earned Jennifer Lopez a nomination at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards for Best Female Video.
Song's Message
The song's lyrics emphasize the importance of love over material possessions, declaring that love doesn't cost anything.
Record Label
The single was released under the Epic Records label.
Songwriters
It was written by a group of songwriters including Damon Sharpe, Greg Lawson, Georgette Franklin, Jeremy Monroe, and Amille Harris.
Commercial Success
"Love Don't Cost a Thing" is one of Jennifer Lopez's most commercially successful singles, selling over four million copies worldwide.
Popular Culture
The song was later referenced in Lopez's 2002 song, "I'm Gonna Be Alright," as well as in several other popular culture works.
Chart Rankings
It ranked number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 year-end chart for 2001.
Release Date
This hit single was officially released on December 2, 2000.
Critical Acclaim
Critically, it received mixed reviews, but is often praised for its catchy melody and empowering theme.
Dance Routine
The music video is renowned for its intricate and dynamic dance choreography, which showcases Jennifer Lopez's talents as a dancer.
Coinciding Events
The release of the "J.Lo" album coincided with her starring role in "The Wedding Planner," making her the first woman to have a number one album and film in the same week.

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