Just a Friend
Mario
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I want to know your name and I want to know if you gotta man (I want to know) I want to know everything I want to know ya number and if I can come over and I want to know what ya like I want to know so I can do it all night But you're telling me I'm just a friend You're telling me I'm just a friend Oh baby you (oh baby you) Got what I need (got what I need) But you say I'm just a friend (say I'm just a friend) But you say I'm just a friend 'Cause I can be your ('cause I can be your) Fantasy But you say I'm just a friend (say I'm just a friend) But you say I'm just a friend I want to know you in and out I want to know what you're all about (I want to know) I want to know what makes you laugh I want to know about your past I want to know how you move I want to know so I can move too (I want to know) But you're telling me I'm just a friend Telling me I'm just a friend Oh baby you (oh baby you) Got what I need (got what I need, yeah) But you say I'm just a friend (say I'm just a friend) But you say I'm just a friend 'Cause I can be your (girl I can be your) Fantasy (fantasy, yeah) But you say I'm just a friend (say I'm just a friend) But you say I'm just a friend (Whoa oh baby you) Oh baby you Got what I need (got what I need, yeah) But you say I'm just a friend (say I'm just a friend) But you say I'm just a friend (Whoa) 'cause I can be your Fantasy (fantasy, yeah) But you say I'm just a friend (but you say I'm just a friend, girl) But you say I'm just a friend (Oh, can you) Give me one reason why (why) You wouldn't want this kinda guy 'Cause I stay dipped I stay laced And I know you know I'm fly Girl, stop playing games wit me And let's get it on tonight (tonight) You got nothing to lose Let me do what I do (what I do) Oh baby you Got what I need (got what I need) But you say I'm just a friend (say I'm just a friend) But you say I'm just a friend (Just want to be your) 'cause I can be your Fantasy (fantasy, girl) But you say I'm just a friend (but you say ) But you say I'm just a friend Oh baby you (oh baby you) Got what I need (got what I need) But you say I'm just a friend (say I'm just a friend) But you say I'm just a friend (say I'm just a friend) 'Cause I can be your Fantasy (Can I be your fantasy) But you say I'm just a friend (Come on girl) But you say I'm just a friend You can call me anytime you like (oh anytime) It doesn't matter day or night (said it doesn't matter) We can do whatever you (oh) want to do it's up to you Don't fight the feeling that you feel (don't fight the feelin) I can tell that its real (oh girl) So won't you help me understand Why you say I'm just a friend Oh baby you (oh baby you) Got what I need But you say I'm just a friend But you say I'm just a friend 'cause I can be your Fantasy (Can I be your, I can be your fantasy) But you say I'm just a friend But you say I'm just a friend (Mario Mario)
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Written by: Warryn Campbell, Marcel Theo Hall, Harold Spencer Jr Lilly, John T Smith
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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8 facts about this song
Song Composition and Release"Just a Friend" is originally a hip-hop song performed by rapper Biz Markie and was released in September 1989, becoming a huge hit.
- It was then covered by Kidz Bop Kids and also by the artist Mario on his second studio album, "Turning Point" in 2004.
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Song Chart PositionsKidz Bop Kids version of the song was released for the younger generation and appears on Kidz Bop, Vol. 1 (studio album).
- Mario's version, which is R&B in nature, achieved massive success. It reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was also a hit in many other countries.
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Song StyleKidz Bop Kids provided a more children-friendly version of the song with age-appropriate lyrics, making it popular among kids.
- Mario's interpretation of the song incorporates a more soulful R&B style, making it catchy for a different range of audience.
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Sample UseBoth versions sample the chorus of Biz Markie's original song, thus paying homage to the original.
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Critical ReceptionMario's version of the song has been praised for its fresh modern take on the original hip-hop track. The song received generally positive reviews from music critics.
- The Kidz Bop Kids version was also well received by their target audience, which led to sales and a lasting position in their musical lineup.
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Music VideoMario's music video for "Just a Friend" has him trying to win over a young woman's heart, fitting well with the song's lyrics.
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LegacyBoth covers arguably contribute to the longevity and continued popularity of Biz Markie's original song, showing its timeless appeal and adaptability across different genres and generations.
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Interesting NotesThe phrase "You, you got what I need" is heavily used in the chorus for all versions of the song, making it an iconic line in music history.
- "Just a Friend" marked a significant point in Mario's career, propelling him to mainstream success.
- Despite having drastically different styles, all versions manage to maintain the vivid storytelling and emotional resonance of the original song.
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