What If

Babyface

About What If

"What If" is a song written, co-produced and performed by American contemporary R&B musician Babyface, issued as the second official single from his sixth studio album Face2Face (following the promotional single "Baby's Mama"). The song peaked at #80 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2001.


Year:
2001
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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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Babyface

Kenneth Brian "Babyface" Edmonds (born April 10, 1959) is an American R&B singer-songwriter, guitarist, keyboardist, record producer, film producer, and entrepreneur. more »

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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.
Album Information
The song belongs to the Grammy-nominated album "Face2Face," which was Babyface's seventh studio album.
Song Theme
"What If" is a deeply emotional song that explores the sense of regret and longing after a failed relationship.
Music Video
The music video for "What If" starred actress Sanaa Lathan as Babyface's love interest, further propelling the storyline about love lost.
Chart Performance
"What If" peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Songwriting Prowess
Much like his other songs, Babyface wrote and produced "What If," demonstrating his prowess as a songwriter and producer.
Critical Reception
Despite 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.
Recording Process
The 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.
Collaborations
For the production of the "Face2Face" album which includes "What If," Babyface worked with top-tier producers like The Neptunes and Mike City.
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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