The Fact Is (I Need You)

Jill Scott

About The Fact Is (I Need You)

"The Fact Is (I Need You)" is a song by American R&B/soul singer/actress Jill Scott. It was released as a radio single in support of Scott's second studio album, Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2. It was the fourth and final single from the album. The track is also featured on her live album, Live in Paris+.


Year:
2004
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I can pay my own light bill baby
Put my own gas in my own car
I can buy my own shoe collection
I've been blessed thus far

I can kill the spider above my bed
Although it's hard because I'm scared
I can even stain and polyurethane
But some things just don't change

I need you yeah
Sometimes so hard to say uh
I need you
Some things remain

I can buy my own groceries baby
Get my hair dyed my nails fly
I can floss my own bling bling
Write the words to the songs I sing

I can even raise a child well made
Make sure he's loved and knows what God gave uh huh
I can teach him how to walk and stand
But he needs you to help him be a man

Um

We need you
So hard to say
We need you
Some things don't change

I can be a Congress woman, or a garbage woman,
A police officer, or a carpenter
I can be doctor and a lawyer and a mother, and a good goddess
Woman, what you done to me, good lover I can be
I can be a computer analyst
The queen with the nappy hair raising the fist
Or
I can be much more and a myriad of this
Hot as the summer
Sweet as the first kiss

And even though I can do all these things
I need you
And even though I can all these things
We need you
We need you, we need you
And even though I can do all these things by my damn self
I need you
I do, I do, I do, I do
And though I can do all these here things
I need you, we need you
I do

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Jill Scott

Jill Scott (born April 4, 1972) is a Grammy-winning American singer-songwriter, actress and poet. Since 1999, Scott has made a reputation for being a classic, thought provoking artist gained by her 2000 multi-platinum selling debut, Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1. Their followups Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2 released in 2004, and The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3 released in 2007 both achieved gold status. She made her cinematic debut in the films Hounddog and Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married? in 2007. She also appeared as the lead role in the BBC/HBO series The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. more »

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Written by: JILL H. SCOTT, PETE KUZMA

Lyrics © A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING, Universal Music Publishing Group

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14 facts about this song

Song Classification
"The Fact Is (I," sung by Jill Scott, is classified as a Neo soul/R&B song, reflecting its smooth and soulful tone.
Album
The song is a part of Jill Scott’s third studio album "Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2," which was released on August 31, 2004.
Theme
Lyrically, "The Fact Is (I Need You)" is a powerful feminist anthem that acknowledges the strength and independence of women, but also the desire for companionship.
Chart Performance
Despite its critical acclaim, the song itself did not chart on the Billboard Top 100, but the album peaked at #3 on the US Billboard 200 chart and topped R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
Sales
"Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2," which included "The Fact Is (I Need You)", was certified Platinum by the RIAA, indicating it sold over 1 million copies.
Awards
The album earned her two more Grammy nominations in 2005, including Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for the single "Cross My Mind," highlighting the calibre of music including "The Fact Is (I Need You)".
Lyrics
In the song “The Fact Is (I Need You),” Jill Scott subverts typical gender expectations by confessing that, despite her ability to handle things herself, she still needs her man.
Live Performance
"The Fact Is (I Need You)" is a crowd favorite at Jill Scott's live shows, and she often takes time to elaborate upon the song's message during her performances.
Music Video
While there isn't a dedicated music video for "The Fact Is (I Need You)", the song's live performances by Jill Scott have received millions of views on online platforms.
Collaborations
Despite Scott being mainly involved in writing the song, she collaborated with percussionist George “Spanky” McCurdy for the production of "The Fact Is (I Need You)".
Cover Versions
Over the years, the song has been covered by various artists, showcasing its universal appeal and lasting impact.
Personal Life
Jill Scott has mentioned in interviews that "The Fact Is (I Need You)" was inspired by real-life experiences - the complexities of being a strong, independent woman, but also feeling the need for a man in her life.
Critic Reviews
Critics have praised "The Fact Is (I Need You)" for its honest and real storytelling, as well as Scott's emotional and longing vocal performance.
Influence
The song's lyrical content, highlighting both power and vulnerability in a woman's persona, has reportedly inspired many contemporary R&B female artists.

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