Cassie was born in New London, Connecticut, United States and moved to New York City and continued modeling; she attended classes at the Broadway Dance Center. Meanwhile, music producer Ryan Leslie spotted her at clubs and parties in late 2004.
Shortly after a formal introduction to Ryan Leslie, Cassie became the focus of Next Selection. The two wrote a duet called "Kiss Me" and after recording the track, Next Selection made a management move to play the song for music executive Tommy Mottola. Leslie also co-wrote and produced Cassie's first single, "Me & U". Cassie was introduced to Sean "Diddy" Combs by a make-up artist from one of her modeling assignments, which also helped her to get a shot at a music career.
Before signing with the Bad Boy label, Cassie's first single "Me & U" had already hit the airwaves and was a major hit in clubs. On its official release, "Me & U" proved to be a hit song. It reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and number four on the Billboard Pop 100.
Her follow up single, "Long Way 2 Go" was far less successful, peaking at ninety-seven on the Billboard Hot 100. Cassie's debut album, Cassie, which was released on August 8, 2006 and sold 321,000 copies in the U.S. according to Nielsen Sound Scan. In contrast to her album sales, Cassie's hit single, "Me & U", sold over 1 million digital downloads.
Nobody But You
Cassie Lyrics
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But you're the one I really want
Truly he's the nicest guy, but I want you and I dont know why
We fought more than Tyson and Holyfield,
Something about us felt so real
Now what next to do?
I dont want nobody but you
I dont,
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you
After all you put me thru
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you
After all you're still my boo
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you
After all you put me thru
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you (but you)
I seen you in the store yesterday
I was hoping you would look my way
In line with things i used to buy us,
Reminded me of me and you
Im still wondering how i feel
So strong about something i left last year
Its scandalous how I sleep beside dude,
But all dream of is you
I dont,
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you
After all you put me thru
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you
After all you're still my boo
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you
After all you put me thru
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you (but you)
U got me sittin (right here)
With my back facing this man
You're tormenting me, in my serenity,
I cant get you outta my head
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you
After all you put me thru (eh)
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you (you) (eh)
After all you're still my boo
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you (but you, eh)
After all you put me thru
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want
I dont want nobody but you (but you)
Oh
Oh
Oh
Cassie!
In Cassie's song Nobody But You, the first verse establishes that the singer is currently in a relationship with a nice guy, but her heart truly desires someone else. She confesses that she doesn't know why she wants this other person, but there is something about them that feels so real. The second verse reveals that the singer saw the person she desires in a store and felt a wave of emotions. She is still trying to understand why she feels so strongly about someone she left behind a year ago. The chorus repeats the singer's declaration that she doesn't want anyone else but this particular person, despite the difficulties they faced in the past.
The lyrics of the song delve into the conflicted feelings of desires and love. The singer is torn between being faithful to her current partner and giving into the overwhelming feelings she has for the person she truly desires. She incorporates the theme of regret and retrospect, as she reminisces about the past moments shared with the person she wants. The song overall is a beautiful representation of the angst and emotional confusion that comes with infatuation.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm all wrapped up in his arms,
Even though I'm currently in a relationship, I can't help but think about you and want you instead
But you're the one I really want
Out of everyone, you are the only one I desire
Truly he's the nicest guy, but I want you and I dont know why
Although my current partner is a great person, I am still drawn to you and can't explain why
We fought more than Tyson and Holyfield,
We had a lot of conflicts similar to the famous boxers Tyson and Holyfield
Something about us felt so real
Regardless of our disagreements, there was always something undeniably genuine about our connection
Now what next to do?
I am unsure of how to move forward with our complicated relationship
I dont want nobody but you
I only want you and no one else
After all you put me thru
Despite the pain and hardship you have caused me in the past
I seen you in the store yesterday
I saw you in the store yesterday
I was hoping you would look my way
I was hoping that you would notice me and acknowledge my presence
In line with things i used to buy us,
Waiting in line to purchase items similar to what we used to enjoy together
Reminded me of me and you
The situation brought back memories of our time together
Im still wondering how i feel
I'm still questioning my emotions towards you
So strong about something i left last year
I have intense feelings for someone I ended things with last year
Its scandalous how I sleep beside dude,
It's wrong of me to continue sleeping next to my current partner while being consumed by thoughts of you
But all dream of is you
All I can think about is you and being with you
U got me sittin (right here)
You have me sitting here consumed by thoughts of you
With my back facing this man
I am ignoring my current partner as I think about you
You're tormenting me, in my serenity,
Your absence is causing me distress even in moments where I should be content
I cant get you outta my head
You are constantly on my mind and I can't shake my thoughts of you
Oh Cassie!
An exclamation of the singer's name to end the song
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Russy Vaughan
This used to be my song on myspace ; Mad years ago lmao' Still love it !
Gabriela Alvarado
Great artist! Still love her, been listening to her since I was in middle school , I am 29 this year 😮
kit 11266
i still love this song so much!!!
Anthony West
CASSIE HAS A BEAUTIFUL VOICE.
Amanda Christina
So many memories ❤️
Paris Martin
still my shit
ashlee carr
i love this song so much
Tavga Hawrame
beautiful song
Ellenous
This song is addicting.
Lillian Wu
love it.