S.E.X.

Lyfe Jennings, Lala Brown

About S.E.X.

"S. E. X." is the first single by Lyfe Jennings from his second album The Phoenix and features guest vocals from LaLa Brown. The song is about young teens losing their virginity from pressure. "S. E. X." debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart at number 99 and slipped off just to re-enter the following week again at number 99. It eventually peaked at number 37, making it Lyfe's most successful single. "S. E. X." was a top-five hit on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and received strong airplay on BET and some airplay on radio and MTV.  


Year:
2006
3:18
813 
#10

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Hey yo, you
You see most cats would take advantage of you right now
But I ain't gon' do that, you heard
I'm a give you the game, right
I'm a give it to you because
I don't want somebody to give my little girl the game
So she could find her S.E.X.

Life's a trip
Heard you just turned seventeen and finally got some hips
Hustlers on the block go crazy when you lick your lips
But they just want relations, they don't want relationships
(Welcome to the real world)
It ain't the same
Fellas old enough to be your daddy know your name
Everybody's talkin' 'bout how much that girl done changed
Can't quite put your finger on it, but you feel it's strange
Like it's fire in your veins

Girl, it's just your S.E.X.
Mama's secret
And daddy gon' go crazy when he finds out that his baby's found her
S.E.X., take a deep breath
And think before you let it go

The block is packed
Baby got an attitude and proud to holla back
Mama's giving advice, but she ain't tryin' to hear that
Not because it's wrong, just her delivery is whack
(Shay, get your butt in this house, if I see you with another boy, I swear...)
Life is rough
You say that you're not ready for sex, but you're in love
He says if you really loved him, you would give it up
Mama says that's just a line guys use to get your stuff
Which one will you trust?

Girl, it's just your S.E.X.
Mama's secret
And daddy gon' go crazy when he finds out that his baby's found her
S.E.X., take a deep breath
And think before you let it go

Hey yo, Lyfe
She might take it better coming from a woman (Get 'em, girl)
See, he'll tell you all kind of things to get in your pants, yeah
Baby, it's a fact that once it's gone, you'll never get it back (never get it back)
Hold on to your innocence
Use your common sense (you're worth waiting for)
Be strong
Honey, don't give in, blessings come with patience
Till we meet again, I'm praying for you

Girl, it's just your S.E.X.
Mama's secret
And daddy gon' go crazy when he finds out that his baby's found her
S.E.X., take a deep breath
And think before you let it go

Girl, it's just your S.E.X.
Mama's secret
And daddy gon' go crazy when he finds out that his baby's found her
S.E.X., take a deep breath
And think before you let it go

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Lyfe Jennings

Lyfe Jennings (born Chester Jermaine Jennings on June 3, 1973) is a platinum-selling American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, record producer, and instrumentalist. He plays the guitar, bass, and piano which he integrates into his music. The New York Times referred to him as a "socially minded R&B singer". more »

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Written by: LEVI, JR. SEACER, . PRINCE (US 1)

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11 facts about this song

Song's Concept
"S.E.X." was a standout among R&B and hip-hop tracks when it was released because of its message to youth about the potential consequences of premature sexual interactions.
Song Writer
Lyfe Jennings is not just the performer of "S.E.X." but he also is the writer of the song, highlighting his talent as both singer and songwriter.
Album Debut
The song "S.E.X." is part of Lyfe Jennings' second album called "The Phoenix", which was released in 2006.
Chart Position
Upon its release, "S.E.X." peaked at number 3 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and also made it to number 37 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showing its wide acceptance among listeners.
Grammy Recognition
Jennings' work on "The Phoenix", including "S.E.X.", earned him a nomination for Best Contemporary R&B Album at the 49th Annual Grammy Awards in 2007.
Meaningful Lyrics
Lyfe Jennings used "S.E.X." to send a powerful message about the pressure young girls often face to become sexually active, and the potential unforeseen consequences of these actions.
Semi-autobiographical Content
Much like the rest of Jennings' work, "S.E.X." is considered semi-autobiographical. This gives the song a level of authenticity and relatability.
Input from LaLa Brown
"S.E.X." features vocals from American Idol Season 3 contestant LaLa Brown, which added depth and resonance to the song's message.
Real-Life Experiences
As an ex-convict turned platinum R&B singer-songwriter, Lyfe Jennings often pulls from his real-life experiences. The song "S.E.X." reflects Lyfe's approach to discussing real-world issues through music.
Pop Culture Influence
"S.E.X" has become a commonly referenced song when discussing music that tried to communicate a responsible message regarding adolescent sexuality.
Controversial Response
Despite its positive message and wide acclaim, some people criticized "S.E.X." for its explicit content and believe it was more explicit than necessary to convey its message.

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