Amerie - Why R U


Amerie
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On her first album, All I Have, Amerie showcased a typical smooth R&B style, while her follow-ups, Touch and Because I Love It, had a more uptempo sound.  Her upcoming senior album and Island Def Jam debut,  In Love & War, however, will be drastically different in tone than all three previous sets, focusing on the more painful side of love and relationships.  Amerie’s latest single finds her unable to get over an ex, wondering “Why R U the only one I think about?”  Amerie’s more bluesy-than-usual vocals, along with The Buchanans’ old-school-inspired beat, add up to a record that has already drawn comparisons to Mary J. Blige circa What’s the 411?  Since old-school is making such a comeback as of late, you can expect In Love & War to meet a warm reception when hit hits stores and digital retailers sometime late this summer.

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that1kid13
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im not mad at this.
she sounds pretty good.
this is a good smooth summer jam and its gonna get some radio play fer sure.

Posted on May 14, 2009

DJ Z
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This was on repeat for 10 minutes this morning. This production work is sick. Though Beyonce would have smashed this record to bits, the beautiful and M.I.A. Amerie handles it nicely. I hope there is enough room for her at Def Jam...
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Posted on May 14, 2009

Aussie_Pride
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The production is pretty sweat & Amerie did pretty well, though I thought other female R&B artists could of done better. I wouldn't be surprised if this gets a lot of airplay.

Posted on May 14, 2009

ToinKs
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I think it's pretty old school... Tha beat is cool... Def Jam always do have nice flows like this one....

Posted on May 14, 2009

GStan10
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I liked this. Amerie sounded good and the production was definitely solid. Good look for Amerie.

Posted on May 14, 2009

cb126405
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STILL one of the sexiest R&B singers in the game, Amerie has a hit with this one. Her other attempted comebacks have come up a bit short, but I'm rooting for her here. Love the production, and as much as I hate to admit it makes up for her lack of vocal ability.

Posted on May 14, 2009

dillon_68
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I agree with cb, she's fine than a oh! Halle Berry! lol

Anyways, love the old-school feel, deep lyrics, overall feel good music right here!

Posted on May 14, 2009

Big-A
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good one, but not as infectious as her other singles in the past. 3 1/2

Posted on May 15, 2009

Mr.Top Hat
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This song is pretty good, but it just started losing my attention after a while... oh well, in goes Rotation ...

Posted on May 15, 2009

Juanito_88
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The biggest successful aspect of this track was the production. Amerie's vocals actually fit very nicely over it. I liked the melody and hook, I could rotate this.

Posted on May 15, 2009

joshL
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i agree wit "cb" on dis too.

Posted on May 15, 2009

BDF44
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I kinda like Amarie's voice. Its not stron@ but its pure. And she usually has @reat production. I like this. The hook is catchy. I can see this workin. It also has a old vibe to it. Circa 1996.

Posted on May 15, 2009

LeWy
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She's been gone for a min but i never forgot about you Amerie!!
I love her voice and the production has the old school drums that i'm a sucker for!!

Posted on May 15, 2009

gReeni
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i give amerie her props on this i rate this so high because she's not scared to step outside the box with her music she consistantly changes it up each album and that shows her versatility as an artist which unfortunately most artist today lack...great track and great song i look forward to hearing more from her in the near future

Posted on May 15, 2009

nairda
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This sONgg ISS FIREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

Posted on May 15, 2009

jilly
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This is a dope onee .. the production is trongg and A is bringing her raw griity Mary vocals back

Posted on May 15, 2009

WydeOpen
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This is gonna be one of the most rotated songs of the summer. It has the energy to get people on the dance floor, drinking @ the bb-q and turning up the radio in their cars. Hell, I can see people cleaning house on Saturdays with this banging from the stereo!

Posted on May 15, 2009

XT13
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I think Amerie was a good pick for this song, she has a certain sound bout her that's real smooth plus she can hit those almost off key high notes without goin off key

Posted on May 15, 2009

~WOW~
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This is not for me. I can't stand the production and I don't think she sounds good @ all. No way...

Posted on May 15, 2009

!!!Stunna!!!('=')
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WoW:AmAzInG

Posted on May 15, 2009

ultimate hip-hop
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The old school production is well executed and I enjoyed her voice. Really smooth this is a nice track. In rotation

Posted on May 15, 2009

djyoshi
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like the bluesy feel, but don't really like the song overall... prob put this song in rotation for variety

Posted on May 15, 2009

UndoneIDoIt
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not really feeling this, but it might grow on me... in rotation

Posted on May 15, 2009

justokhall
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im feelin the production real hard, always liked amerie's music

Posted on May 15, 2009

music=lyfe
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lyk da beat n its pretty tite overall ...

Posted on May 15, 2009

nairda
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this is the shitt

Posted on May 16, 2009

jilly
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super duper flyy.. the voiice is crazy

Posted on May 16, 2009

Burmy
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~WOW~, I understand that this is not for you. You'd much rather listen to the 15 millionth Gucci Mane & OJ Da Juiceman collabo. Us on the Booth, however, prefer songwriting skill, vocal soulfulness, and classic production (which this is all of the above).

And in case you're wondering why I'm always "getting at you," it's simply to provide a good comeback from me (and the 200 who agree with me in enjoying this) to you (and the other, uh, sometimes 1, maybe 2, people who hate this?)

Posted on May 16, 2009

DJ JFam
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It's pretty good..I think R&B stations will give it alot of spins, i'm sure her next record will have more crossover appeal.

Posted on May 16, 2009

~WOW~
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Well M. Burmy, good for you then....but wow why do you always have something to say about my comments?...I don't get it and you always repeat yourself....it doesn't do anybody any good. You're just wasting your time typing to me when I really don't care.....it's whatever though...

Posted on May 17, 2009

Burmy
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~WOW~, what if you just ate candy and popcorn and just drank soda? Your teeth would rot, you'd be incredibly obese, and also quite lazy.

It's the same with music. If you want healthy ears, you need to learn to appreciate the songs with substance and true depth, not just those that sound "banging". If you "really don't care", then it's your loss.

Posted on May 17, 2009

onelove99
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im a lil bais toward amerie's joints. but i AM really feeling this one :)

Posted on May 17, 2009

PattyPatty85
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Well, the production is creative and has a great energy but I didn't like the overall result. It's a solid song for sure but I'm not crazy for it, wouldn't listen to this again, it annoyes me a lil. She is talented, but she's singing in a weird way here...

Posted on May 18, 2009

JayPeeEf
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Track was gud but imma rate it 4 **** cuz i got 2 stare at her photo while listening :]

Posted on May 18, 2009

~WOW~
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...

Posted on May 18, 2009

DJ BRUHMAN
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Always love her voice and got the street beat to hype it up ahhhh a summer catcher

Posted on May 18, 2009

DJ LiveWire
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1st impression - it reminds me of her previous work which is not a bad thing for her. I can c this getting heavy air time although not my personal preference.

Posted on May 19, 2009

DJ Xcon
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meh - not in the mood

Posted on May 20, 2009

yummy
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L♥VE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted on May 21, 2009

Quicksilvr44
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Im likin it, anyone with a look like her can hold just bout anything down.

Posted on May 24, 2009

J.T.B.man
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ok this is something u dont hear everyday.

Posted on May 25, 2009

padam
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average

Posted on May 25, 2009

iPOD -BAYBEE-
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The beat is not that good but if she sang to a different beat I would be feelin it.

Posted on May 27, 2009

thenjaewaslyk
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I'm feelin this :)

Posted on May 28, 2009

always_cookn
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She has sumthin workin there!

Posted on May 30, 2009

bull4life123
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this is aight

Posted on May 30, 2009

FredRico
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I love when she goes wild, like in the chorus! ;) You know, that "1 thing" swag! That's where she sounds the best, soulful and with catchy, lovely "oh ohhs"!
Yes, there's a crush behind my words, but whatever... she just happens to be a hottie that can actually sing!

Posted on Jul 22, 2009

djkitchen
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this song was boring, still she gets it in on the chorus.

Posted on Jul 23, 2009

bp1011
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i love this song!......i could relate.......can't wait for da cd to drop

Posted on Aug 08, 2009

jalyBC
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its on point. from da beat to lyrics and hook i'm feeling this song i think Amerie is underestemated i said that from jump street!

Posted on Nov 10, 2009

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