In 2005, Amerie burst back onto the music scene with her fourth single "1 Thing", which was used as the theme song for the Will Smith movie "Hitch". "1 Thing" went to the top of the charts in various international markets, including the US, UK and others around the world. It earned her a Grammy nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance (the album "Touch" was also nominated for the "Best Contemporary R&B Album" Grammy ). The album sold an estimated 800,000 copies worldwide and went gold in the US and silver in the UK.
Amerie's third album 'Because I Love It' was released in the UK , Europe and Asia in 2007. The single "Take Control" was released in October 2006, and it enjoyed international success. The second single "Gotta Work" did not fare as well in the charts, despite receiving heavy airplay on UK and European music video channels. The album has sold a combined total of 310,000 copies worldwide and is her most critically acclaimed album.
In late 2007, was reported that Amerie had left her label Columbia Records, and signed with the Island Def Jam Music Group.
Amerie revealed the album title to be changed from 'Breakups To Makeups' to 'In Love & War'. Amerie also announced that her first single off the album will be titled "Why R U?" produced by The Buchanans. The single premiered online in the week of May 11th and received fairly mixed reviews. The track itself is even compared to Mary J. Blige's "What's The 411?" and "My Life" album, because of the old school feel.
Amerie changed her artist name to Ameriie (extra I) in 2010. She said that it gave her more positive energy as an artist. She changed her artist name back to Amerie (without the extra I) with the double EP releases '4AM Mulholland' and 'After 4AM' in 2018.
Right now her main focus is on books, youtube channel and her son and husband.
Dog Love
Amerie Lyrics
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It's for the ladies (Ha ha)
Strickly for the ladies (One more time)
Hey, that's all this is
Uh uh (Uh uh)
She was five seven one twenty-five
Man, loose lips with those thighs (Uh)
But right about now my throat was gettin' real dry
Shoo this shit, had to be the cutest bitch
I seen in a long time and I don't do this shit, like
Runnin' up on hoes, what up ma, I'm X
Cause you know how this goes, come on ma, I'm X
We just chill, sat and talk to the first light
And for the first time I didn't fuck on the first night
And it was aight, shorty was a Thoroughbred
Like "Belly", we ain't fuck, she just gave me head, for real
[Chorus]
From the time that the sun is up
Till the stars show up
It really doesn't matter to me
It doesn't matter babe
There's no love like the dog love
There's no love, it's dog love
No matter what, I'll hold you down
Nobody else will come around
Don't even matter cause
There's no love like the dog love
I got my dog love, got my dog love baby
(There's no love, it's dog love)
I run with shorty, pass off the gun to shorty
Do whatever gots to be done with shorty, straight like that
When I hit her like "I'll be right back"
Yo, I'll be right back, ain't no bullshittin', I'll be right back
She got a nigga catchin' feelings, I'm a street nigga hard body
But, she got me catchin' feelings
Man, those eyes, those lips
Be like damn, those thighs, those hips
She like "blam", make a nigga have to touch somethin' (For real)
Not necessarily fuck somethin', as long as I touch somethin' (For real)
A nigga blood boil when I see another nigga holla (WHAT)
Don't make me have to pop a nigga in his fuckin' collar
[Chorus]
Hey yo, shit is goin' to smooth (Uh)
Since Stella got a new groove (Yeah) it's like we got somethin' to prove
We gon' make it, rain or shine
My heart is yours and yours is mine
Like Eve said, "Love Is Blind" (Come on), right about now
I can't see shit cause you always on my mind
Been like that, since I met her, had to have her so I went to get her
But I'm a dog so I didn't sweat her
And it wasn't bout the cheddar, I don't trick
I got two things for bitches, couple of jokes and some dick
Yeah the kid talk slick but that's not what I'm about
We got dog love and me and shorty ridin' it out, we out
[Chorus]
All I want is you in my life
All I got is you in my life
All I need is you in my life
So I know I'm gonna be all right
All I want is you in my life
All I got is you in my life
All I need is you in my life
So I know I'm gonna be all right
The lyrics to Amerie's song "Dog Love" depict a narrative of a man who is captivated by a woman he encounters. The song emphasizes the unique and special connection they share, which is likened to the loyalty and unconditional love found in a dog. The singer describes how he initially notices the woman's physical attributes and is drawn to her. However, rather than pursuing her in a typical aggressive manner, he chooses to engage in meaningful conversation with her, resisting the urge to become intimate right away.
The chorus reiterates the idea that their love is different and incomparable to any other. The phrase "dog love" symbolizes a deep connection based on trust, fidelity, and unwavering support. The lyrics suggest that nothing else matters because their bond is unparalleled, as no one else will come between them. Their love is enduring and unbreakable, regardless of the circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
She was five seven one twenty-five
She had a slender and attractive physique
Man, loose lips with those thighs
She had sensual and desirable thighs
Couldn't just let her walk by (right), I ain't a thirsty nigga
I couldn't resist approaching her, but I wasn't desperate for attention
But right about now my throat was gettin' real dry
Her presence made me nervous and speechless
Shoo this shit, had to be the cutest bitch
She was undeniably the most attractive woman I had seen in a long time
I seen in a long time and I don't do this shit, like
She was so stunning that I rarely approach women like this
Runnin' up on hoes, what up ma, I'm X
Approaching women casually, saying 'Hey, I'm X'
Cause you know how this goes, come on ma, I'm X
You're familiar with this type of interaction, let's connect
We just chill, sat and talk to the first light
We spent quality time together, talking until the early morning
And for the first time I didn't fuck on the first night
I didn't engage in sexual activity right away, which was unusual for me
And it was aight, shorty was a Thoroughbred
It was good, she was incredibly attractive and desirable
Like 'Belly', we ain't fuck, she just gave me head, for real
Similar to the movie 'Belly', we didn't have sex, but she performed oral sex on me
From the time that the sun is up
From early morning
Till the stars show up
Until nighttime
It really doesn't matter to me
The passage of time doesn't affect my feelings
There's no love like the dog love
There's a unique and intense love between us
There's no love, it's dog love
It's a special kind of love
No matter what, I'll hold you down
I'll always support and be there for you
Nobody else will come around
No one else will be able to replace you
Don't even matter cause
It doesn't even matter because
I got my dog love, got my dog love baby
I have this unique love, this dog love, with you
I run with shorty, pass off the gun to shorty
I trust her enough to involve her in my illegal activities
Do whatever gots to be done with shorty, straight like that
We handle any necessary tasks together, straightforwardly
When I hit her like 'I'll be right back'
When I tell her I'll return soon
Yo, I'll be right back, ain't no bullshittin', I'll be right back
I assure her that I won't waste time or lie, I'll be back quickly
She got a nigga catchin' feelings
She makes me develop strong emotions
I'm a street nigga hard body
I'm tough and street-smart
But, she got me catchin' feelings
However, she has softened my tough exterior and made me feel emotionally vulnerable
Man, those eyes, those lips
Her eyes and lips are incredibly attractive
Be like damn, those thighs, those hips
I find her thighs and hips extremely enticing
She like 'blam', make a nigga have to touch somethin'
Her seductive aura makes it difficult for me to resist physical contact
Not necessarily fuck somethin', as long as I touch somethin'
It's not just about having sex, but the desire to make some physical connection
A nigga blood boil when I see another nigga holla
It infuriates me when I witness another man flirting with her
Don't make me have to pop a nigga in his fuckin' collar
I will resort to violence if someone disrespects her or crosses the line
Hey yo, shit is goin' to smooth
Hey, everything is going well
Since Stella got a new groove
Since we have found a new rhythm and connection
it's like we got somethin' to prove
It feels like we have something to demonstrate or achieve
We gon' make it, rain or shine
We'll succeed regardless of the circumstances
My heart is yours and yours is mine
We have a deep emotional connection and commitment
Like Eve said, 'Love Is Blind'
Similar to the words of the artist Eve, love doesn't see imperfections
I can't see shit cause you always on my mind
You constantly occupy my thoughts, making it hard for me to focus on anything else
Been like that, since I met her, had to have her so I went to get her
I've been captivated by her ever since we met, and I made efforts to pursue her
But I'm a dog so I didn't sweat her
However, I still maintained my player mentality and didn't let myself get too caught up
And it wasn't bout the cheddar, I don't trick
My interest in her wasn't based on money, and I don't spend money on women
I got two things for bitches, couple of jokes and some dick
I offer women humor and sex, nothing more
Yeah the kid talk slick but that's not what I'm about
I may talk smoothly, but my true character isn't defined by that
We got dog love and me and shorty ridin' it out, we out
We have a unique and deep love, and we're committed to sticking together
All I want is you in my life
My desire is to have you as a permanent part of my life
All I got is you in my life
You're the only one I have in my life
All I need is you in my life
You're the only thing I truly need in my life
So I know I'm gonna be all right
With you by my side, I'm confident that everything will be fine
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EARL SIMMONS, AMERIE MI MARIE ROGERS, SIEDAH GARRETT, CLIFTON MAGNESS, JANYCE SPENCER
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Where the hood at
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Ready to meet himβ¦β¦..ETC I LOVE YOU 4EVER DMX!!!! GRRRR!!! ARF ARF!!!
Naz King
RIP DMX ..gonna be missed!
Ja'Maul M
loved this track from 2006, DMX fan for life.
GRIM. Music
RIP DMX, real feelings in these songs mann
Jordan Prior
2020 still the jam π―ππ½π
TheDrog92
Great song... DMX THE BEST!!!
Greg Comstock
This song hits hard
Bewar Muhsin
Rest In Peace my buddy Legend. got really memories with this song.. It takes me back to 2006..
Mothusi Prosper`RA Molao
RIP X...go well King..
lcfctomm
big memories coming from this track!
TORIANO50
this shit get to ur soul make u think hard about shit