Happy

Ashanti

About Happy

"Happy" is a song by American singer Ashanti, recorded for her self-titled debut album (2002). The song was released as the album's second single on May 21, 2002. It was written by Ashanti, Chink Santana, and Irv Gotti, with production overseen by Santana and Gotti. The song contains a sample of Gap Band's "Outstanding" (1982) as written by Raymond Calhoun. It reached number eight on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number six on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Elsewhere, the single entered the top 10 in the Netherlands, while reaching the top 20 in Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. The remix was produced by Chink Santana and features rapper Charli Baltimore and further integrates a sample of "Outstanding". It was later included on the Murder Inc. remix-compilation Irv Gotti Presents: The Remixes. 


Year:
2002
4:22
182 
#5

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Right back at ya, it's the world's most talented record label
Murder INC
and that angelic voice you hear in the background
That's our new princess of hip-hop and r&b
Miss Ashanti

Boy you fill me with so much joy
You give whatever it is I need
My love is here to stay won't ever leave
So glad that you fell in love with me
My love is so good
That I wouldn't be without you babe
Couldn't see me without you baby

My love is so good
That I wouldn't be without you babe
Couldn't see me without you babe

All my life, I've been searching for ya
Everyday, so glad that I found you boy
All my life, I've been feeling for you
Everyday, I'm so happy, baby

Boy, you got me feeling so good
You take all my pain away from me
Without you around I couldn't be
And I'm glad you fell in love with me

My love is so good
That I wouldn't be without you babe
Couldn't see me without you babe

My love is so good
That I wouldn't be without you babe
Couldn't see me without you babe

All my life, I've been searching for ya
Everyday, so glad that I found you boy
All my life, I've been feeling for you
Everyday, I'm so happy, baby

I'm so happy that I fell in love
I thank God, He sent you from above
I'm so happy that I found someone
I thank God, He sent you from above

All my life, I've been searching for ya
Everyday, so glad that I found you boy
All my life, I've been feeling for you
Everyday, I'm so happy, baby

All my life, I've been searching for ya
Everyday, so glad that I found you boy
All my life, I've been feeling for you
Everyday, I'm so happy, baby

My love is so good
That I wouldn't be without you babe
Couldn't see me without you babe

My love is so good
That I wouldn't be without you babe
Couldn't see me without you babe

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Ashanti

Ashanti (born Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas; October 13, 1980) is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and actress. She rose to fame in the early 2000s. Ashanti is most famous for her eponymous debut album, which featured the hit song "Foolish", and sold over 503,000 copies in its first week of release throughout the U.S. in April 2002. The album set a Soundscan record as the biggest opening week sales for a new female artist, outselling debuts by Alicia Keys and Lauryn Hill. In the same week, she became the first female performer to simultaneously hold the top two places on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart with "Foolish", and "What's Luv?" (with Fat Joe). Ashanti broke records again by having three top ten songs, "Foolish," "What's Luv?" and "Alway… more »

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Written by: Raymond James Calhoun, Ashanti Douglas, Andre Parker, Irving Lorenzo

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Happy" is a single by American singer Ashanti from her self-titled debut album. The song was released as the album's second single in 2002.
Genre and Production
The song falls under the genre of R&B (Rhythm and Blues). It was produced by Irv Gotti, with whom Ashanti had a successful partnership throughout her early career.
Commercial Success
"Happy" achieved notable commercial success. It peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 2 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Happy" was set in Ashanti's hometown of Glen Cove, New York. The scenes portrayed her character's love story amidst her neighborhood's everyday life.
Song Inspiration
"Happy" lyrically discusses the joy and happiness that comes from being in a romantic relationship. Ashanti stated in interviews that the song is about the blissful state of mind one experiences while in love.
Album Contribution
"Happy" is one of the standout tracks that helped Ashanti's debut album become a commercial success. The album sold over 6 million copies worldwide.
Remix Version
A remix version of "Happy" was released, featuring a guest verse from American rapper Charli Baltimore.
Awards and Nominations
Although "Happy" itself didn't receive any award nominations, Ashanti's debut album won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Album, thanks in part to the success of "Happy".
Samples Used
The song samples two tracks - "You're All I Need" by Mary J. Blige featuring Method Man and "I'm Glad You're Mine" by Al Green.
Live Performances
Ashanti has performed "Happy" on various platforms such as the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, "Soul Train" and many others. These performances have become fan favorites due to Ashanti's energetic delivery and the song's uplifting message.

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