Don't Cha Wanna Ride

Joss Stone

About Don't Cha Wanna Ride

"Don't Cha Wanna Ride" is a song by English singer and songwriter Joss Stone from her second studio album, Mind Body & Soul (2004). Released in the United Kingdom in July 2005 and in the rest of Europe in August 2005 as the album's fourth and final single, the track was written by Stone, Desmond Child, Betty Wright, Steve Greenberg and Michael Mangini, and is based upon a sample from the 1968 song "Soulful Strut" by Chicago-based soul and jazz instrumental group Young-Holt Unlimited. It was later included on the 2011 compilation album The Best of Joss Stone 2003–2009. 


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2004
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I know you got the hummer for the summer baby
But I got your number baby
I got your number baby

I was trying to protect you from yourself
'Cause I respect you
And I feel like you just might
Be some one who I could get into
But I never seem to catch your eye
And it's been buggin' me why I even try
Still you're someone I'd like to get to know
Is there room for me in your one-man show

[Chorus:]
A car this fine don't pass your way everyday
Don't cha want to ride baby
Don't cha want to ride baby
A car this fine don't pass your way everyday
Don't cha want to ride baby
Don't cha want to ride baby
Time is slipping by, by, by
Slipping by

I was trying to connect with you
But you acted scared when I'm checkin you
And all my girls say you're hard to please
But I think that I got just what you need
Get your face out of the mirror
Then maybe you could consider
This girl who's knockin' right at your door
Make room for me in your one-man show

[Chorus]
 
I know you got the hummer for the summer baby
But I got your number baby
I got your number baby

I know where you live 
I know all 'bout your crib
But do you know that they can't give you what I give

[Chorus]

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Joss Stone

Jocelyn Eve Stoker (born 11 April 1987), better known by her stage name Joss Stone, is an English soul singer, songwriter and actress. Stone rose to fame in late 2003 with her multi-platinum debut album, The Soul Sessions, which made the 2004 Mercury Prize shortlist. Her second album, the equally multi-platinum Mind Body & Soul, topped the UK Albums Chart for one week and spawned the top ten hit "You Had Me", Stone's most successful single on the UK Singles Chart to date. Both album and single each received one nomination at the 2005 Grammy Awards, while Stone herself was nominated for Best New Artist, and in an annual BBC poll of music critics, Sound of 2004 was ranked fifth as a predicted breakthrough act of 2004. She became the youngest British female … more »

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Written by: EUGENE RECORD, WILLIAM NELSON SANDERS, DESMOND CHILD, BESSIE REGINE NORRIS, JOSS STONE, STEVEN BARRY GREENBERG, MICHAEL MANGINI

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Background
"Don't Cha Wanna Ride" is a song by British soul and R&B singer-songwriter Joss Stone. It was released in November 2004 as the second official single from her second album, "Mind Body & Soul".
Chart Performance
The song proved to be a commercial success; it reached the top 20 of the UK Singles Chart and top 30 on Billboard's Adult R&B Songs.
Producers
The song was produced by The Underdogs and Mike Peden, contributing to the rich soul and R&B sound of the track.
Music Video Director
The music video for "Don't Cha Wanna Ride" was directed by David LaChapelle, a prominent American commercial and fine-art photographer, music video director, and film director known for his distinct visual style.
Noteworthy Visuals
The music video featured Stone on a merry-go-round horse to tie in with the sensual lyrics of the song. The theme was unique and quirky, adding a playful visual to the R&B track.
Song Meaning
The song is about self-confidence. Stone's lyrics question why someone would want to be with someone else when they could be with her, underscoring the theme of self-love and assurance.
Sampling
"Don't Cha Wanna Ride" samples the main tune of "Soulful Strut", an instrumental by American soul/hard bop group Young-Holt Unlimited, concurrently incorporating elements of soul, funk and pop genres.
Reputation
The song is often seen as one of the highlights of Stone's career and is a favorite among fans for its mix of soul and pop sensibilities combined with Stone's powerful vocals.
Award Nominations
"Mind Body & Soul", the album that features "Don't Cha Wanna Ride", was nominated for three Grammy Awards including Best Pop Vocal Album, showcasing the impact of the song on the album's success.
Live Performances
Stone has performed "Don't Cha Wanna Ride" often in her live performances due to its popularity and its ability to energize audiences.

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