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.
Make Me Believe
Amerie Lyrics
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I know you ain't b.s.'in
so just remember that i'm hip to the lip
before you ask any question
i ain't no young silly girl
so move out of your hard-rappin world
you're gonna be downright shame*
if i found out you're playin any games
make me believe in you ( make me believe in you)
show me your love can be true (show me your love can be true )
anything you want me to do (anything you want i'll do it)
just make me believe in you ( make me believe in you)
I can't deal with temptation
you know it leaves me with no inspiration
another man playing on me (******)
may have a hard time succeeding you see ( you don't seem to be)
you don't seem quite like the others
which gets you respect from me brother
but it will be awful, awful sad
to give love and you treat me so bad
make me believe in you ( make me believe in you)
show me your love can be true (show me your love can be true )
anything you want me to do (anything you want i'll do it)
just make me believe in you ( make me believe in you)
hey hey hey hey
make me believe in
make me believe in
make me believe in
i need you to
make me believe in
make me believe in
make me believe in
make me believe in
so make me believe in you ( make me believe in you)
show me your love can be true (show me your love can be true )
anything you want me to do (anything you want i'll do it) (anything you want anything you need)
just make me believe in you ( make me believe in you)
so make me believe in you ( make me believe in you)
show me your love can be true (show me your love can be true )
anything you want me to do (anything you want i'll do it) (cuz i can't deal with temptation)
just make me believe in you ( make me believe in you) (it leaves me no inspiration)
hey hey hey hey
cuz ain't no man to be found
i know you aint b.s.'in
so when you come around
you just keep it real with me
In Amerie's song "Make Me Believe," the singer is clear that she is looking for a genuine and faithful partner. The lyrics suggest that the singer has had bad experiences with men in the past, making her cautious about falling in love again. She tells her potential partner that she is not a silly girl and will not fall for any games. However, the singer seems somewhat curious about the man's intentions and asks him to show her that he is serious about their relationship. She says that if he can do this, he will receive her respect and love.
The lyrics appear to describe a kind of negotiation between two people who are trying to navigate their romantic feelings for each other. Amerie is hesitant about trusting this man because of her past experiences, but she is still open to the possibility of a genuine connection. The song also highlights the importance of honesty and openness in building a strong relationship.
In summary, "Make Me Believe" is a song about looking for love while being wary of potential heartbreak. It highlights the importance of sincerity and trust in building a strong relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Ain't no man to be found
There are no trustworthy men around for a relationship.
I know you ain't b.s.'in
I can tell you're not lying to me.
so just remember that i'm hip to the lip
I am aware of the lies that people tell, so be honest with me.
before you ask any question
Don't even try to ask me anything until you've proven yourself to be honest.
i ain't no young silly girl
I am a mature woman who can't be fooled by games.
so move out of your hard-rappin world
Stop trying to impress me with your flashy, dishonest ways.
you're gonna be downright shame*
You will be embarrassed and regretful if I catch you playing games with me.
if i found out you're playin any games
If I catch you being dishonest or playing games with me, it's over.
make me believe in you ( make me believe in you)
Prove to me that you are trustworthy and that I can count on you.
show me your love can be true (show me your love can be true )
Demonstrate to me that your feelings are genuine and not just a game.
anything you want me to do (anything you want i'll do it)
If you demonstrate your trustworthiness and genuine feelings, I am willing to do anything to make the relationship work.
just make me believe in you ( make me believe in you)
If you can prove to me that you are trustworthy and genuine, I will believe in you and the relationship.
I can't deal with temptation
I am not interested in being tempted or played by dishonest people.
you know it leaves me with no inspiration
Being deceived or played by someone leaves me feeling uninspired and uninterested.
another man playing on me (******)
If another man tries to deceive or play me, he won't be successful.
may have a hard time succeeding you see ( you don't seem to be)
People who try to deceive me will find it difficult, but you seem to be different.
you don't seem quite like the others
You seem to be different and genuine compared to other people who have deceived or played me before.
which gets you respect from me brother
Your honesty and genuineness earns you respect from me.
but it will be awful, awful sad
It would be very disappointing and sad if you turned out to be a dishonest person.
to give love and you treat me so bad
It would be terrible to give my love to someone who ended up treating me badly.
i need you to
I need you to prove that you are trustworthy and genuine.
hey hey hey hey
A catchy musical interlude.
so when you come around
When you are around me, be honest and genuine.
you just keep it real with me
Be honest and genuine with me at all times.
Lyrics © SHELDON FERGUSON PRODUCTIONS, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AMERIE MI MARIE ROGERS, CURTIS MAYFIELD
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