Gangsta Lovin'

Alicia Keys, Eve

About Gangsta Lovin'

"Gangsta Lovin'" is the lead single from Eve's third studio album, Eve-Olution (2002). It became her second consecutive number-two hit on the Billboard Hot 100 as well as her third consecutive top ten hit in the United Kingdom. The song features R&B-soul singer Alicia Keys. When being asked in an interview why she chose Keys to be on the song, Eve said, "I love Alicia, I mean I think she's incredibly talented, and I needed a girl on the song, and why not Alicia Keys?". The chorus contains re-sung elements from Yarbrough and Peoples' 1981 song "Don't Stop the Music", which were also used on Common's 1997 song "All Night Long" featuring Erykah Badu.  


Year:
2002
3:59
788 
#20

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I just wanna rock you, all night long, oh oh oh oh
I just wanna rock you, all night long, oh oh oh oh

Yo! Need you to understand me daddy I ain't your average
Baby girl doin' it all I'm well established
I ain't tryin' to lead you on just wanna ask
If you might wanna give me your name explain your status
You know I see you in time and time you seem available
Don't mean shit, I know these bitches wanna settle you
Gotta say you on my short list of few
Them other dudes is OK but I'm feelin' you (oh yeah)
Want you in the best way what you gon' do about it?
Why don't you just test me you won't want to do without it
Yo I'm comin' at you hard bein' a thug
And I ain't givin' up till I get that gangsta love, uh huh

I just wanna rock you, all night long, oh oh oh oh (I wanna rock you)
I just wanna rock you, all night long, oh oh oh oh

I know you seen me this night that night, always my shit tight
Hair done, outfit crazy, skirts fit just right
Wife-beater with a bangin' tan
Walk in demandin' all eyes baby here I am (you know)
Ain't a shame in my frame and I know your watchin'
Puttin' on a show for you pop and I ain't stoppin' (you know)
Lot of action in your corner yeah you gonna do
Only thing to make it better though is me with you (you know it)
And I know you feelin' that regardless of your frontin'
And I heard through the streets it was me you wantin'
Let me find out you shy or somethin'
But I know your not, so stop the games and approach is you real or not?

I just wanna rock you, all night long, oh oh oh oh (I wanna rock you)
I just wanna rock you, all night long, oh oh oh oh

OK Numbers exchange, now it's in place
Shouldn't have took you so long in the first place
I'm just playin' cutie, yeah give me a call
No it's cool you ain't got to see me to my car
See I'm a big girl, but you'll find out
Stop for me while I drop top and ride out
Wheels spinnin' wanna know what shorty all about
But it's cool I'm proven in these words that's comin' out my mouth

It's that gangsta lovin (Gangsta) that's just got me buggin' (Buggin)
It's that gangsta lovin (Gangsta gangsta) that just got me buggin

I just wanna rock you, all night long, oh oh oh oh (I wanna rock you)
I just wanna rock you, all night long, oh oh oh oh

I wanna rock you baby, I wanna hold you baby
Won't you be my baby? I wanna be your lady

I wanna rock you baby, I wanna hold you baby
Won't you be my baby? I wanna be your lady

Baby let me rock with you (Gangsta gangsta)
You know I wanna rock with you (Gangsta gangsta)
Baby let me rock with you (E-V-E)
You know I wanna rock with you (A Keys, gonna rock you)
Baby let me rock with you
You know I wanna rock with you (It's gangsta gangsta)
Baby let me rock with you (Gangsta gangsta)
You know I wanna rock with you (Gangsta gangsta love)
Ooh, yeah, you know I wanna rock with you
Baby let me rock with you

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Eve

Eve (Hebrew: חַוָּה, Ḥawwāh in Classical Hebrew, Khavah in Modern Israeli Hebrew, Arabic: حواء, Syriac: ܚܘܐ, Tigrinya: ሕይዋን Hiywan) was, according to the creation myth of Abrahamic religions, the first woman created by God. more »

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Written by: JONAH ELLIS, LONNIE SIMMONS, ALISA PEOPLES YARBROUGH

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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12 facts about this song

Artist Collaboration
"Gangsta Lovin'" was a collaborative work between Alicia Keys and Eve. Alicia Keys is an accomplished singer, songwriter, and pianist, while Eve is a renowed rapper and actress.
Release Date
The song was released on July 26, 2002.
Album Inclusion
It was included in Eve's third studio album, "Eve-Olution".
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Gangsta Lovin'" peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, demonstrating its popularity and commercial success.
Song Producers
The song was produced by Irv Gotti and rapper 7 Aurelius.
Song Theme
"Gangsta Lovin'" is recognized for its strong theme of a romantic relationship that is deep, gritty, and real - hence the term "Gangsta Lovin'".
Music Video
The music video for the song, directed by Little X, features Eve and Alicia Keys in various scenes including a high school and a large dance party.
International Success
The song was also successful worldwide, reaching the top 10 in several countries such as Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands.
Grammy Recognition
Eve's album, which included "Gangsta Lovin'", was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2003, although it did not win.
Song Writing
While Alicia Keys was part of the writing team for her verse, the full team of writers consisted of Eve, Keys, Robert Mays, Mashonda Tifrere, Irv Gotti, and 7 Aurelius.
Change in Sound
"Gangsta Lovin'" is said to have marked a change in sound for Eve, paving the way for her transition into more mainstream, radio-friendly music.
Sampling
The song samples "Love Rollercoaster" performed by the Ohio Players and "Between The Sheets" by The Isley Brothers.

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