Busted

JS, The Isley Brothers, Ronald Isley

About Busted

Busted is a song by American duo The Isley Brothers. It was released as a single from their 2003 album Body Kiss. The song was written and produced by R. Kelly. The song, features one member of R&B group JS Kim Johnson singing background vocal. In this song played as a mini soap opera Mr. Biggs (played by Ron Isley), has caught his girlfriend, Asia (played by Kim Johnson) getting out of Kellz (Played by R. Kelly) car, where they had allegedly being going at it. He demands she leaves while Asia desperately pleads to stay and twist and shifts her story of where she was.  


Year:
2003
3:58
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Busted
Its 2 o' damn clock in the morning Where you been?
(Baby didn't you get my 2-way
I was with my girlfriend)
You a lie
I called Kiesha and Tanya and they were both at home
(But I didn't say them though)
Well they the only friends I know
Girl you better
(Wait before you get all upset here's the truth)
Talk to me
(I was with my girl when she had some bad mews)
Yeah
(Her man cheated
Had her upset and confused)
But baby what's that got to do
With you coming in at two
(I'm telling you
Now she was so upset she asked me to stay with her)
Well why didn't your ass just pick up the phone and call me
(I was gonna do that but it slipped my mind I'm sorry)
(But I'm telling you the truth)
Yeah, well I got something for you
Tell me what's her name?
(Sharen)
Where she live?
(Uuummm...)
Her man's name?
(Billy)
She got kids?
(I think 1 or 2)
She got kids?
(Baby yes, no)
Here's 1 thing I got to know
How the hell is she your friend if you don't know if she got kids

Go upstairs (Busted)
Pack your bags (Cause you busted)
While you at it (Busted)
Call a cab (Cause you busted)
It's obvious (Busted)
You played around (Cause you busted)
Go upstairs and get your shit
And get the f*ck up out of here now

(Frank please here me out)
Ain't nothing to talk about
(I can explain everything)
Right now I want you out this house
(Baby please one more chance
Let me tell you where I've been)
Well quit wasting my time
And say what's on your mind
(Fine
Me and some girlfriends we went dancing me Shaniqua, Shaquan, and Robin)
Well if ya'll were going shopping
Why didn't you just check in
(I was but then I thought
My cellular was off)
Now earlier (hmmm) you said dancing (uhhh)
But when I just asked (hmmm) you said shopping (uhhh)
Tell me which one you were doing
(Oh baby I must be confused)
Yeah right you real confused
Tell me where you been?
(Dancing)
Dancing where?
(Uuummm...)
The name of the club?
(Kisses)
What time it is?
(I think one or two)
What time it is?
(Three, four)
Here's one thing I got to know
At first you say dancing
But now you say shopping

(Baby I'm a victim of circumstances) oohhhhh...
(Why you don't believe I don't understand it)
Trying to slick a can of oil who you think you fooling
Now get on out my face (Baby)
Before I catch another case (Baby)

Go upstairs {Busted}
Pack your bags (I don't wanna)
While you at it {Busted}
Call a cab (A cab for what)
Its obvious {Busted}
You played around (No I'm not)
Go upstairs and get your shit (No)
And get the f*ck up out of here now

(Noooooo. Innocent, innocent, innocent, innocent)
Noooo. You guilty, guilty, guilty, guilty
(Ohhhh now wait a minute, wait a minute, wait a minute, wait a minute)
Go upstairs and get your shit
And get the f*ck up out of here now

[JS] - Tell me, where am I suppose to go from here

[Ron] - Frankly my dear, I don't give a damn

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The Isley Brothers

The Isley Brothers ( /ˈaɪzliː/ YZ-lee) are an American musical group consisting of brothers Ron and Ernie Isley. The founding members of the band were Ronald Isley, older brothers Rudy and Kelly and younger brother Vernon. Originally formed as a gospel quartet, following the death of brother Vernon, the remaining trio launched a career into doo-wop scoring with their first million-selling hit single, "Shout", in 1959. Follow-up successes came with the 1962 single, "Twist and Shout" and the 1966 Motown single, "This Old Heart of Mine (Is Weak for You)". more »

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Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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Artist Background
"The Isley Brothers" is an American musical group originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, that started as a vocal trio consisting of brothers O'Kelly Isley Jr., Rudolph Isley, and Ronald Isley. Their contribution to the music world transcended various genres like R&B, soul, funk, gospel, and rock for more than five decades.
Song Release
The song "Busted" was released by "The Isley Brothers" in 2001 as part of their 22nd studio album "Eternal."
Collaborations
The song "Busted" features collaboration with popular R&B singer Kim Johnson (known as JS).
Chart Performance
The song "Busted" performed well on music charts. It was a Top 20 hit on the Billboard R&B Chart in the United States.
Music Video
The music video for "Busted" stars the renowned actor and comedian Alex Thomas, who is seen playing a cheating husband caught by his wife.
Song Theme
The song "Busted" is about a woman who catches her partner cheating and confronts him, saying she's leaving him.
Inspiration
The song gets its inspiration from the traditional blues song "Busted", which depicts the struggle of a poor farmer. The Isley Brothers reinterpreted it into a powerful R&B track.
Song's Reception
The song was well-received by the R&B audience for its raw portrayal of infidelity and the emotional aftermath.
Legacy
Despite being a late-career hit for the Isley Brothers, "Busted" is remembered as one of the group's signature songs, showcasing their ability to stay relevant and adapt their sound to fit contemporary music trends.
Song Production
R. Kelly, an award-winning singer and songwriter, produced the song. It was part of his collaboration with The Isley Brothers on multiple projects during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Recording
The song was released under the label "DreamWorks Records," a well-known American record label.
Song’s Influence
The song "Busted" has been sampled and covered by various artists, demonstrating its influence and recognition in the music industry.
Awards
Although "Busted" didn't win any awards, the album "Eternal" from which the song is taken, was certified Double Platinum by the RIAA, which indicates over two million copies sold.

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