She first gained recognition at the age of 10, when she appeared on the television show Star Search and performed in concert alongside Gladys Knight. At the age of 12, Aaliyah signed with Jive Records and her uncle Barry Hankerson's Blackground Records. She released her debut album, Age Ain't Nothing but a Number the album sold three million copies in the United States and was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry.
Aaliyah worked with record producers Timbaland and Missy Elliott for her second album, One in a Million, which sold three million copies in the United States and more than eight million copies worldwide. In 2000, Aaliyah appeared in her first film, Romeo Must Die. She contributed to the film's soundtrack, which spawned the single "Try Again". The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 solely on airplay, making Aaliyah the first artist in Billboard history to achieve this goal. After completing Romeo Must Die, Aaliyah filmed her role in Queen of the Damned, and released, in 2001, her self-titled third and final studio album, which topped the Billboard 200. Unfortunately, the 22 year old singer's life was tragically cut short in a 2001 plane crash after filming her video for "Rock The Boat" in The Bahamas.
Aaliyah became famous in her own right during the mid-1990s with several hit records from the songwriting/production team of Missy Elliott and Timbaland, and their associate Steve "Static" Garrett. Notable for recording several hit singles, including "One in A Million" and "Try Again", Aaliyah has sold over 32 million records total worldwide, including posthumous releases. Two posthumous albums have been released since Haughton's death: I Care 4 U in December 2002, and Ultimate Aaliyah in April 2005, the latter of which was released as a box set that included her greatest hits and a documentary on her life. Haughton also ventured outside of music, modeling for Tommy Hilfiger and starring in two motion pictures (Romeo Must Die & Queen of The Damned) before her untimely death.
I'm So Into You
Aaliyah Lyrics
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Baby can't you see I got a thing for you
I really like the way you do the things you do
Take control of me fulfill my fantasies
Here's my pager number won't you get with me
It's just the little things you do that turns me on
And you got it goin' on I'm into you
I'm so into you
My dear I feel so weak you knock me off my feet
And it's good to know you love me just for me
I'll be here all the time I'll never let you go
There is something that I have to let you know
It's just the little things you do that turns me on
You really turn me on
And you got it goin' on I'm into you
I'm so into you
Well can't you see Aaliyah's got a thing for you
And the second chapter like the things you do
So pull up to my bumper and I'll ride wit' you
And let's go rollin' down a block or two
Now add a little bass to the E Q but
Now all of a sudden I gotta whisper sweet little nothing
Aaliyah told me to tell you to call her
(I'm so into you)
I'm so into you
In "I'm So Into You," Aaliyah expresses her feelings towards her lover and how she is completely smitten with him. She tells him that she has a thing for him and she likes the way he does things. She wants him to take control of her and fulfill her fantasies because she is so into him. She gives him her pager number and asks him to get with her. The little things that he does turn her on and she admires him for having it going on. She feels weak in his presence and is happy to be loved for who she is. Aaliyah assures him that she will always be here for him and never let him go. She wants him to know that she is into him.
The song is a testament to Aaliyah's ability to project herself onto the listener with her soothing vocals. It has an R&B sound that epitomizes the '90s. The lyrics describe a love that is all-consuming and passionate. It is a declaration of love and admiration that is audible through the smooth melody and production. Aaliyah's effortless delivery of the lyrics makes them seem personal and sincere.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby can't you see I got a thing for you
I am attracted to you and I want to be with you
I really like the way you do the things you do
I appreciate and enjoy the way you act and behave
Take control of me fulfill my fantasies
I want you to dominate me and make my desires come true
Here's my pager number won't you get with me
Please contact me, I want to start a relationship with you
It's just the little things you do that turns me on
I find the small actions you take very attractive and arousing
You really turn me on
You make me feel sexually excited and aroused
And you got it goin' on I'm into you
You have all the desirable qualities that I am attracted to
My dear I feel so weak you knock me off my feet
You make me feel weak and unable to stand due to your attractiveness
And it's good to know you love me just for me
I am happy to know that you love me for who I am as a person
I'll be here all the time I'll never let you go
I will always be here for you and never abandon you
There is something that I have to let you know
I need to tell you something important
Well can't you see Aaliyah's got a thing for you
I have strong feelings of attraction towards you
And the second chapter like the things you do
I continue to have feelings for you and appreciate your actions
So pull up to my bumper and I'll ride wit' you
Let's spend time together and I will come along with you
And let's go rollin' down a block or two
Let's drive around and enjoy each other's company
Now add a little bass to the E Q but
Let's turn up the music and enjoy the moment
Now all of a sudden I gotta whisper sweet little nothing
I feel the need to whisper romantic and affectionate words to you
Aaliyah told me to tell you to call her
I want to communicate with you further and ask for your contact information
(I'm so into you)
I have strong romantic feelings towards you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY
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