What If
Babyface
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I ran into a friend of yours the other day And I asked her how you've been She said my girl is fine; just bought a house, got a job, real good man I told her I was glad for you; that's wonderful But does she ever ask 'bout me? She said she's happy with her life right now Let her go, let her be And I told myself I would, but something in my heart just would not let you go I just want to know [Chorus] What if we were wrong about each other? What if you were really made for me? What if we was 'sposed to be together? Would that not mean anything? What if that was 'sposed to be my house that you go home to every day? How can you be sure that things are better? If you can't be sure your heart is still here with me Still wanting me Your friend asked me if there was someone special in my life that I was seeing I told her there was no one in particular There's just I, myself, and me I told her that I dream of you quite often She just cut her eyes at me She said you got a home, you're very happy So just stop your meddling I told her that I won't I said things were cool, but I guess I was wrong I still can't move on [Chorus] Now that could be my car That could be my house That could be my baby boy that you're nursing That could be the trash that I always take out That could be the chair that I love to chill in That could be my food on the table at the end of the day Hugs and the kisses, all the love we make What the hell do you expect me to say? What if it's really 'sposed to be this way? What if you're really 'sposed to be with me? [Chorus]
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Written by: HARVEY JAY MASON, ERIC DION DAWKINS, DAMON E. THOMAS, ANTONIO LAMAR DIXON, JASON PAUL EDMONDS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"What If" is a song by the American R&B singer, Babyface. It was released in the year 2001.
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Album InformationThe song belongs to the Grammy-nominated album "Face2Face," which was Babyface's seventh studio album.
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Song Theme"What If" is a deeply emotional song that explores the sense of regret and longing after a failed relationship.
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Music VideoThe music video for "What If" starred actress Sanaa Lathan as Babyface's love interest, further propelling the storyline about love lost.
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Chart Performance"What If" peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Songwriting ProwessMuch like his other songs, Babyface wrote and produced "What If," demonstrating his prowess as a songwriter and producer.
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Critical ReceptionDespite not being a chart-topper, "What If" received positive reviews from music critics, with many praising Babyface's heartfelt and raw lyrics coupled with his silky vocals.
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Recording ProcessThe recording process of "What If," much like the rest of the "Face2Face" album, saw Babyface experiment with a sound that was significantly different from his traditional R&B style. He incorporated more pop and dance beats in the album.
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CollaborationsFor the production of the "Face2Face" album which includes "What If," Babyface worked with top-tier producers like The Neptunes and Mike City.
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Live Performances"What If" became a regular part of Babyface's setlist during his live performances, and was noted for its emotive and powerful delivery on stage.
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