Five other versions of the song have surfaced, one with an extended ending, one featuring rapper AC, S-One, Michael Jackson as well as Joe Budden; a second one features Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. The official remix, however, features Kanye West. The song debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 84 in March; it reached the top ten in May when it climbed from number 39 to number 5 in one week. The song has become his second-most successful song in the U.S., after his 2006 #1 hit So Sick. It reached a peak at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also peaked at number 4 in the UK.
The beat used is somehow unique in the R&B style. The main melodic instruments include muted harpsichord and guitar, whilst the groove uses a bass/clap beat combined together. The groove is heavily influenced by the disco style guitar with delay. The bass/clap beat, mixed with harpsichord, gave listeners an initial impression of the song being a remix, with which the effect is typically associated. This type of beat would later appear in Ne-Yo's 2008 hit Closer, which uses guitar with a bass/clap beat mixed with keyboard and chorus matching the vocals.
The song's music video premiered on Access Granted on March 14, 2007, a sneak preview having previously been shown on BET. A small clip of the video has also been shown on TRL. The video has garnered over 15 million views on YouTube.
The song was featured in the 2007 film Are We Done Yet?. It also appears in Grand Theft Auto IV's fictional Soul/R&B radio station The Vibe 98.8.
The song lyrics describe the need to be with more than one person, and the hardship in maintaining a relationship whilst also encountering sexual liaisons with another. Eventually the person becomes addicted to sex as if 'she is the sweetest drug'.
Ne-Yo has stated that the song is a continuation from the 2007 single Sexy Love.
Saxophonist Eric Darius covered the track on his 2008 album, Goin' All Out.
Because Of You
Ne-Yo Lyrics
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Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh, oh
Ooh, want to, but I can't help it
I love the way it feels
It's got me stuck between my fantasy and what is real
I need it when I want it, I want it when I don't
Tell myself I'll stop everyday, knowing that I won't
I got a problem, and I (ooh, don't know what to do about it)
Even if I did, I don't know if I would quit but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it
And I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction
I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move but I like it
Said and it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because of you, mmm (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because
Never get enough
She's the sweetest drug (ooh-ooh-ooh)
Think of it every second, I can't get nothin' done
Only concern is the next time I'm gon' get me some
Know I should stay away from, 'cause it's no good for me
I try and try, but my obsession won't let me leave
I got a problem and I (ooh, don't know what to do about it)
Ooh, even if I did, I don't know if I would quit but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it, ayy (ooh-ooh-ooh)
And I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction
I'm so strung out on you (strung out on you)
I can barely move, (ooh), but I like it (and I like it)
Said and it's all because of you (oh, all because of you)
Said and it's all because of you, mmm (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because
Never get enough (never get enough)
She's the sweetest drug (ooh-ooh)
Ain't no doubt (no doubt, ayy)
So strung out (strung out, oh)
Ain't no doubt (this ain't no grain of doubt, oh)
So strung out (hey)
Over you, over you, (you), over you (you)
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Because of you
And it's all because of you
Mmm, never get enough
She's the sweetest drug
And I know this much is true
Baby, you (baby, you, you, you)
Have become my addiction (my addiction)
I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move but I like it (but I like it, yeah)
Said and it's all because of you (oh, all because of you)
Said and it's all because of you, mmm (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because
Never get enough (oh, never get enough)
She's the sweetest drug
She's the sweetest drug
The lyrics of Ne-Yo's song, "Because of You," are about addiction and the power that someone can have over another person. The song depicts the struggles of a man who is addicted to a woman and her love, describing her as the "sweetest drug." He acknowledges the issues that come with his obsession and addiction, but feels helpless in trying to stop himself from needing her. The chorus emphasizes that everything he's going through is "all because of you," meaning the woman has an extreme amount of control over his life.
Ne-Yo's use of the metaphor of addiction to describe a romantic relationship is interesting, as it shows the way that love can be both powerful and dangerous. The lyrics also highlight the low self-control that can come with addiction, as the singer knows he should stay away from the woman, but cannot help but return to her. It’s a common theme in pop culture that love is a drug, and the lyrics of "Because of You" demonstrate this powerfully.
In terms of musical style, the song's beat is smooth and layered, with soft electronic tones and a consistent driving beat. The chorus is particularly catchy and easy to sing along to, adding to the song's popularity. Overall, "Because of You" is a prime example of Ne-Yo's talent for writing emotionally charged lyrics that manage to capture the complexities of love and addiction.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh
Expressing the singer's excitement and enthusiasm.
Want to but I can't help it
Describing the irresistible attraction the singer feels towards someone/something.
I love the way it feels
Expressing the singer's fondness towards the pleasure that the subject of the song brings.
This got me stuck between my fantasy and what is real
Highlighting the confusion and dilemma that the artist is facing due to the clash between their illusions and the harsh reality.
I need it when I want it
Admitting that the artist's desires are uncontrollable and influential over them.
I want it when I don't
Admitting that the singer's needs can arise even when they don't want them to.
Tell myself I'll stop everyday
Acknowledging the attempts that the singer has made towards quitting their addiction/obsession.
Knowing that I won't
Accepting the fact that the artist may fail in stopping their dependence and may continue to pursue it.
I got a problem, and I (don't know what to do about it)
Stating the situation of the artist's excessive attraction which seems to be an issue in their life that they don't know how to solve.
Even if I did, I don't know if I would quit
Questioning the outcome if the artist knew how to solve their problem of addiction and if they would actually want to quit.
But I doubt it, I'm
Suggesting the singer's lack of confidence in reducing or stopping their addiction.
Taken by the thought of it
Expressing the hold that the artist's obsession has over them.
And I know this much is true
Stating a fact that the singer believes to be 100% correct.
Baby, you have become my addiction
Acknowledging that the person to whom the song is dedicated has become the singer's addiction.
I'm so strung out on you
Describing the extreme emotional dependence that the singer has on the person of interest.
I can barely move, but I like it
Acknowledging that the attraction is so strong that it's affecting the artist's physical state, but they still enjoy it.
So, then it's all because of you (all because of you)
Attributing the cause of the artist's addiction to the person they are addressing in the song.
Never get enough
Admitting that the singer will constantly crave and desire more of the subject matter.
She's the sweetest drug
Comparing the attraction to a drug, highlighting the addictive and pleasurable nature of the person being referred to in the lyrics.
Think of it every second
Expressing the frequency at which the person being addressed comes to the artist's mind.
I can't get nothing done
Reinforcing the notion of the subject matter being a distraction and a cause of reduced productivity for the artist.
Only concern is the next time I'm gon' get me some
Stating that the artist's sole focus is on pursuing the person they desire.
Know I should stay away from
Acknowledging the singer's awareness that what they are doing may not be in their best interest.
'Cause it's no good for me
Admitting that the artist's addiction is harmful to their well-being.
I try and try, but my obsession won't let me leave
Expressing the difficulty the singer has in moving on from their attraction towards the person they are referring to.
Ooh, even if I did, I don't know if I would quit
Reiterating that the singer is uncertain whether they would be willing to overcome their attraction, even if they knew how to.
Ain't no doubt (no doubt, ayy)
Affirming a judgment or sentiment that the singer believes to be true.
So strung out (strung out, oh)
Reiterating the intensity of the artist's attraction and dependence on the subject of the song.
This ain't no grain of doubt, oh)
Stating that there is no room for error or uncertainty in the artist's mind regarding their attraction towards the person being addressed.
Over you (you)
Expressing the singer's omnipresent thoughts of the person they desire.
Because of you
Reiterating the central theme of the song, that the cause of the singer's addiction is the person they are referring to.
Mmm, never get enough
Reiterating the addictive nature of the subject,
She's the sweetest drug
Again, comparing the attraction to a drug that the artist is constantly chasing.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Shaffer Smith, Mikkel Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@faraway4992
Ooh, ooh, ooh, uh, no-no, oh-oh
Ooh, wah-oh-oh-oh, ooh, wah-oh-oh-oh, woah
Ooh
Want to, but I can't help it, I love the way it feels
This got me stuck between my fantasy and what is real
I need it when I want it, I want it when I don't
Tell myself I'll stop every day, knowing that I won't
I got a problem, and I (don't know what to do about it)
Even if I did, I don't know if I would quit, but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it
And I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction
I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move, but I like it
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
And it's all because
Never get enough
She's the sweetest drug (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Think of it every second, I can't get nothing done
Only concern is the next time I'm gon' get me some
Know I should stay away from, 'cause it's no good for me
I try and try, but my obsession won't let me leave
I got a problem, and I (don't know what to do about it)
Even if I did, I don't know if I would quit, but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it, hey
And I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction
I'm so strung out on you (strung out on you)
I can barely move, but I like it (and I like it)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
And it's all because
Never get enough (never get enough)
She's the sweetest drug (mm, oh)
Ain't no doubt (no doubt, hey)
So strung out (strung out, oh, hey)
Ain't no doubt (I said no ring of doubt, oh)
So strung out (hey, ay, ay)
Over you
Over you (you)
Over you (you, ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh)
Oh-oh-oh-woah, because of you
And it's all because of you
Oh, no, never get enough
She's the sweetest drug
And I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction (my addiction)
I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move, but I like it (but I like it, yeah)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
And it's all because
Never get enough (never get enough)
She's the sweetest drug
She's the sweetest drug
Hope this helps...have a good day!!😄
@otaviobarbosa9700
Ooh-ooh-ooh, oh-oh, oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh, oh
Ooh, want to, but I can't help it
I love the way it feels
It's got me stuck between my fantasy and what is real
I need it when I want it, I want it when I don't
Tell myself I'll stop everyday, knowing that I won't
I got a problem, and I (ooh, don't know what to do about it)
Even if I did, I don't know if I would quit but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it
And I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction
I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move but I like it
Said and it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because of you, mmm (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because
Never get enough
She's the sweetest drug (ooh-ooh-ooh)
Think of it every second, I can't get nothin' done
Only concern is the next time I'm gon' get me some
Know I should stay away from, 'cause it's no good for me
I try and try, but my obsession won't let me leave
I got a problem and I (ooh, don't know what to do about it)
Ooh, even if I did, I don't know if I would quit but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it, ayy (ooh-ooh-ooh)
And I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction
I'm so strung out on you (strung out on you)
I can barely move, (ooh), but I like it (and I like it)
Said and it's all because of you (oh, all because of you)
Said and it's all because of you, mmm (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because
Never get enough (never get enough)
She's the sweetest drug (ooh-ooh)
Ain't no doubt (no doubt, ayy)
So strung out (strung out, oh)
Ain't no doubt (this ain't no grain of doubt, oh)
So strung out (hey)
Over you, over you, (you), over you (you)
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Because of you
And it's all because of you
Mmm, never get enough
She's the sweetest drug
And I know this much is true
Baby, you (baby, you, you, you)
Have become my addiction (my addiction)
I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move but I like it (but I like it, yeah)
Said and it's all because of you (oh, all because of you)
Said and it's all because of you, mmm (all because of you)
And it's all because of you (all because of you)
Said and it's all because
Never get enough (oh, never get enough)
She's the sweetest drug
She's the sweetest drug
@nakigutierrezofficial
Does anybody ever just get tired of todays music and find them selves going on a old music rampage.
@TheMrdeuce22
Always
@imeldasalkery7098
I do
@VJ-zw7xz
Yes
@kiyaflawless5155
Ok boomer
@ToniToni-rv4yv
All the time
@Baba.Ganoosh
When your homies leave and you can start playing your music
@brixusxviii6955
Max Rodriguez True that my friend’s music is utter garbage. Completely shit he just puts on Logic. 😷🤢🤮
@skurinski
ah that fragile masculinity
@tnty1561
@@brixusxviii6955 d...did you just say that Logic is trash?