Legend also played the piano on Lauryn Hill's 1998 song "Everything is Everything" and sang background vocals on Jay-Z's "Encore" and Alicia Keys' "You Don't Know My Name". Legend frequently cites gospel, R&B, and hip hop music as his main musical influences.
Legend released his critically acclaimed and Billboard Top Ten second album, Once Again, in October 2006. Produced by Raphael Saadiq, Kanye West and will.i.am, it is again a mixture of gospel and classic soul showcasing his extraordinary voice, particularly on "Show Me".
Grammy Award Wins:
*2005 Best New Artist
*2005 Best Male R&B Vocal Performance: "Ordinary People"
*2005 Best R&B Album- Get Lifted
*2007 Best Male R&B Vocal Performance: Heaven
*2007 Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group: Family Affair
Neo-soul singer and pianist John Legend combined the raw fervor of contemporaries Cody ChesnuTT and the burning precision of D'Angelo. Born John Stephens, Legend was a child prodigy who grew up in Ohio, where he began singing gospel and playing piano at the tender age of five. Legend left Ohio at 16 to attend college in Philadelphia, and it was there that he first found a larger audience. Not yet out of his teens, Legend was tapped to play piano on Lauryn Hill's "Everything Is Everything" in 1998. After completing college, he moved to New York, where he began to build a loyal following playing in nightclubs and releasing CDs that he would sell at shows. He also became an in-demand session musician, playing and occasionally writing for a wide array of artists, including Alicia Keys, Twista, Janet Jackson, and Kanye West. It wasn't until West signed the young talent to his new label that he adopted the Legend name with 2004's Solo Sessions Vol. 1: Live at the Knitting Factory. Get Lifted, his first studio album, was released later in the year. On the strength of enduring single "Ordinary People," the album reached the Top Five of the Billboard 200. This led to three Grammy Awards: Best R&B Album, Best R&B Male Vocal Performance, and Best New Artist. Once Again, which peaked at number three on the Billboard 200 and number one on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, followed in October 2006. Live from Philadelphia, sold exclusively at Target stores, was a successful stopgap release that predated October 2008's Evolver.
Splash
John Legend Lyrics
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Oh
Splash
Listen
Sunday mornin', Holy Water
Runneth over, let me know you
Really want it, slide up on it
Purify me, wanna be baptized
Taste those thighs, make 'em touch the sky
Purify me, bring me back to life
Each and every time that I take a dive and I
Splash, splash (yeah)
I'm swimmin' in it right
I'm spendin' every night in your
Splash, splash
The deeper that we go
You feelin' every stroke, oh
Splash (splash), splash (splash)
Splash (splash), splash (ooh)
Splash (ooh), splash
I'm swimmin' in it right
I'm spendin' every night, yeah
Rock that boat, coast to coast
Wet that bed, boy, you know I'll
Ride this wave for a trillion days
Take me all the way, I love it when you
Purify me, wanna be baptized
Taste those thighs, make 'em touch the sky (whoa)
Purify me, bring me back to life
Each and every time that I take a dive and I
Splash (ooh), splash
I'm swimmin' in it right
I'm spendin' every night in your
Splash (splash), splash (yeah yeah)
The deeper that we go
I'm feelin' every stroke, oh
Splash, splash (splash)
Splash (splash), splash (splash)
Splash, splash
I'm swimmin' in it right
I'm spendin' every night, go
Splish, splash, I just stay wet like bubble bath
Better yet a lake, nah, better yet the sink
I'm makin' her squirt and it's all on my sheets
She wet the bed up
Every time I hit it from the back, lil' shorty say, "Bless up"
Just got your hair done, you know it's gon' get messed up
Give you affection, I give you pleasure
Girl, who else you know gon' fuck you better?
Girl I got ninety-nine ways to make you melt
And I can swim like Michael Phelps, I made it
Splash (ooh), splash
I'm swimmin' in it right
I'm spendin' every night in your
Splash (yeah, ooh-ooh, yeah), splash
The deeper that we go
I'm feelin' every stroke, oh
Splash, splash (splash, splash)
Splash, splash (splash)
Splash, splash
I'm swimmin' in it right
I'm spendin' every night in your
Spent the whole weekend swimmin' in the deep end
Splash (ayy), splash (I want it)
Spent the whole weekend (I want it) swimmin' in the deep end (all day)
Damn (all night), just right, I like it
Ayy (whoa)
Backstroke, backstroke, how did we go?
Oh, woo
Splish, splash
Splish, splash
Splish, splash
Splish, splash
Thank you
The lyrics to "Splash" by John Legend featuring Jhené Aiko and Ty Dolla $ign are centered around the theme of sensuality and intimacy. The song creates an imagery of water as a metaphor for passion and desire.
The chorus "Splash, splash, splash" represents the excitement and intensity of being immersed in the experience. It signifies diving deep into the depths of love and pleasure. The repetitive nature of the word "splash" evokes the rhythm and motion of water, suggesting the intense physical connection between the two lovers.
The lyrics also mention being purified and baptized by the water, symbolizing the transformative power of the connection shared between the individuals. The reference to tasting thighs and making them touch the sky is a provocative expression of indulging in pleasure and reaching new heights of ecstasy.
The verse sung by Ty Dolla $ign adds a playful and explicit element to the song, depicting sexual encounters and the physical sensations experienced during intimacy.
Overall, "Splash" is a seductive and sensual song that explores the passionate and exhilarating aspects of a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, oh
Expressing excitement and anticipation
Oh
Further emphasizing the excitement
Splash
Indicating a desire for intense pleasure and enjoyment
Listen
Drawing attention and indicating the importance of what follows
Sunday mornin', Holy Water
Referring to a peaceful and spiritual time
Runneth over, let me know you
Asking for the other person's full commitment and love
Really want it, slide up on it
Expressing the desire for intimate and passionate connection
Rain down on it, let the water
Seeking a physical and metaphorical shower of love and pleasure
Purify me, wanna be baptized
Desiring emotional and spiritual cleansing and renewal
Taste those thighs, make 'em touch the sky
Expressing the longing for intense pleasure and intimacy
Bring me back to life
Yearning to be revitalized and rejuvenated through their connection
Each and every time that I take a dive and I
Indicating a willingness to fully immerse oneself in their relationship
Splash, splash (yeah)
Repeatedly expressing the excitement and pleasure experienced
I'm swimmin' in it right
Reveling in the intense pleasure and joy derived from their relationship
I'm spendin' every night in your
Emphasizing the strong commitment and devotion to being together
The deeper that we go
Highlighting the increased emotional and physical intimacy experienced
You feelin' every stroke, oh
Referring to the partner's heightened sensitivity and enjoyment
Rock that boat, coast to coast
Engaging in adventurous and exciting experiences together
Wet that bed, boy, you know I'll
Expressing a willingness to embrace passionate and intense encounters
Ride this wave for a trillion days
Desiring a long-lasting and exhilarating relationship
Take me all the way, I love it when you
Expressing enjoyment and pleasure in being completely immersed in their connection
Splish, splash, I just stay wet like bubble bath
Comparing the continuous state of arousal and excitement to being in a bubble bath
Better yet a lake, nah, better yet the sink
Suggesting that the intensity and level of enjoyment go beyond what a lake or sink can offer
I'm makin' her squirt and it's all on my sheets
Describing an intimate and pleasurable experience resulting in physical reactions
She wet the bed up
Further emphasizing the intensity and enjoyable nature of their encounters
Every time I hit it from the back, lil' shorty say, 'Bless up'
Highlighting the partner's satisfaction and pleasure during different intimate moments
Just got your hair done, you know it's gon' get messed up
Acknowledging the physicality and passion of their encounters that might disrupt appearances
Give you affection, I give you pleasure
Expressing the desire to provide emotional and physical fulfillment
Girl, who else you know gon' fuck you better?
Questioning the other person's knowledge of someone who can provide similar satisfaction
Girl I got ninety-nine ways to make you melt
Implying a deep understanding of the partner's desires and the ability to fulfill them in various ways
And I can swim like Michael Phelps, I made it
Comparing their skill and prowess in intimate encounters to Michael Phelps' swimming abilities, expressing confidence and pride
Spent the whole weekend swimmin' in the deep end
Engaging in passionate and intense experiences over an extended period
Damn (all night), just right, I like it
Expressing satisfaction and pleasure with their encounters
Ayy (whoa)
Exclaiming with excitement and surprise
Backstroke, backstroke, how did we go?
Reflecting on the journey and wondering how they ended up in this pleasurable experience
Splish, splash
Repeating the sounds associated with water and pleasure
Thank you
Expressing gratitude and appreciation for the fulfilling and pleasurable experiences
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Akeel Henry, Anthony Jones, Drew Love, John Stephens, Kevin Ekofo, Melvin Moore, Tyrone Griffin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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They are musically made for each other!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤ i have had this on repeat all dayyyy
@jafetcedeno1929
This song is EXTRAORDINARY 💯💯🔥🏆 !
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This song hit me in the right spot✨
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This whole album is a vibe 😉😍👏🥰
@brookecasey2404
OK we need more John and Jhene!!!
@marneylinsell7499
Two of my fave vocalists, jhene is amazing live sent shivers down my spine and I need to see John live I literally love every song he's ever produced. Chrissy is one lucky lady 😍