Be Without You
Mary J. Blige
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I wanna be with you, gotta be with you, need to be with you (Oh, oh, oh, oh) I wanna be with you, gotta be with you, need to be with you (Oh, oh, oh, oh) Ooo, oh, oh, oh, oh, ooo Chemistry was crazy from the get-go Neither one of us knew why We didn't build nothing overnight 'Cause a love like this takes some time People swore it off as a phase Said we can't see that Now from top to bottom They see that we did that (yes) It's so true that (yes) We've been through it (yes) We got real shit (yes) See, baby, we been... Too strong for too long (and I can't be without you, baby) And I'll be waiting up until you get home ('cause I can't sleep without you, baby) Anybody who's ever loved ya know just what I feel Too hard to fake it, nothing can replace it Call the radio if you just can't be without your baby I got a question for ya See I already know the answer But still I wanna ask you Would you lie? (No) Make me cry? (No) Do somethin' behind my back and then try to cover it up? Well, neither would I, baby My love is only your love (yes) I'll be faithful (yes) I'm for real (yes) And with us you'll always know the deal We've been... Too strong for too long (and I can't be without you, baby) And I'll be waiting up until you get home ('cause I can't sleep without you, baby) Anybody who's ever loved ya know just what I feel Too hard to fake it, nothing can replace it Call the radio if you just can't be without your baby See this is real talk I'm a always stay (no matter what) Good or bad (thick and thin) Right or wrong (all day, everyday) Now if you're down on love, or don't believe This ain't for you (no, this ain't for you) And if you got it deep in your heart And deep down you know that it's true (come on, come on, come on) Well, let me see you put your hands up (hands up) (Fellas, tell your lady she's the one) Fellas, tell your lady she's the one, oh Put your hands up (hands up) (Ladies, let him know he's got your love) Look him right in his eyes and tell him We've been... Too strong for too long (and I can't be without you, baby) And I'll be waiting up until you get home ('cause I can't sleep without you, baby) Anybody who's ever loved ya know just what I feel Too hard to fake it, nothing can replace it Call the radio if you just can't be without your baby I wanna be with you, gotta be with you, need to be with you I wanna be with you, gotta be with you, need to be with you I wanna be with you, gotta be with you, need to be with you I wanna be with you, gotta be with you, need to be with you I wanna be with you, gotta be with you, need to be with you
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Written by: Bryan Michael Cox, Mary J. Blige, Johnta M. Austin, Jason Lamont Perry, Bryan Michael Paul Cox
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Artist"Be Without You" is a song by American recording artist Mary J. Blige.
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Release DateIt was written for her seventh studio album, "The Breakthrough," and was released as the album's lead single in December 2005.
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GenreThe song belongs to the R&B genre, but also has elements of hip hop soul.
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Charts"Be Without You" became an instant hit, reaching number one on the Billboard R&B chart and number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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AwardsThe song won two Grammy Awards in 2007 in the categories "Best Female R&B Vocal Performance" and "Best R&B Song."
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Certifications"Be Without You" was certified double platinum by the RIAA in 2007, recognizing two million units sold.
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Music VideoThe music video features Terrence Howard, who was also in the popular TV series "Empire". The video enhances the narrative of the song, illustrating a loving but troubled relationship.
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RecordThe song holds the record for being the longest running number one song on the R&B/Hip Hop Billboard chart. It stayed at the top for 15 weeks.
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Covers and SamplesMany artists have covered or sampled "Be Without You". Notably, Kendra Morris did a rock cover of the song, and rapper Kendrick Lamar sampled it in his track "Complexion (A Zulu Love)".
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Critical ReceptionCritics gave the song positive reviews, praising Blige's emotional performance and the song's lyrics. The song is often highlighted as a standout in Blige's extensive discography.
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SalesUpon its release, "Be Without You" sold over 540,000 downloads in its first week, setting a then-record for a female artist. To date, it has sold over 2.6 million downloads.
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Social ImpactDescribed as a powerful anthem, the song’s storyline and Blige’s moving performance has resonated with audiences worldwide and is often considered a classic in contemporary R&B genre.
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