In 1990 Usher joined an R&B local quintet called the NuBeginnings, which was organized by local music svengali, Darryl Wheeler and then he decided to pursue a career in music. Aside from recording, Usher has ventured into business. He has established his own record label, US Records, and is a part owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers franchise. He has also dabbled in acting, with a recurring role on the teen sitcom Moesha, and roles in the films The Faculty (1998, with Josh Harnett) She's All That (1999, with Freddie Prinze, Jr.) and Texas Rangers (2001, with Ashton Kutcher).
Long Night feat. Nelly
Usher Lyrics
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It's gon' be along night (drop)
Your-sher baby! (Oh oh) (yeah)
Yeah man! (Oh oh)
This is a J-Lac track man!
(Oh oh)
(Oh oh)
(Oh oh)
[Nelly]
Oh
Girl u know how to find me
[Usher]
When you need a fix
[Nelly]
But you know when u call me
[Usher]
Make sure time ain't a issue
[Nelly]
Listen
I keep a strategy for attackin' yo anatomy and I hope you don't get mad at me
[Usher]
But I had to say it (Oh)
[Nelly]
You know rushin' ain't a option
Baby stoppin's not a topic
You know Daddy gon be bringin' it home
[Usher]
bringin it home
[Nelly]
You know girl once I'm in it
Girl I'm in it
so forget it
I ain't quittin' 'til I touch every square inch of ya walls
[Usher]
inch of ya walls
[Nelly (Usher)]
Shawty here we go
(Go, go, go go)
Take your clothes off slow
(Slo, slo, slo, slow)
Give your boy a lil show
(Sho, sho, sho, show)
Girl cause
(You know what I)
Like
(Don't put up a)
Fight
[Usher]
Oh just give it to me girl
I promise I'm a keep it steady
'Cause I been lookin' at ya baby and I know your ready
So get off your phone
It's gon' be a long night
I can't hold it for long baby 'cause it's gettin' heavy
Let me beat it out the frame
I'm tired of lookin' at it (yeah)
I'm just tellin' you
It's gon' be a long night
[Nelly (Usher)]
Listen!
You see girl I'm talkin' hours
He just talkin' minutes
He gon' put you in his black book
I'll put you in the Guinness
Book of world records, Shawty I'm already in it (me too!)
I already did it, in the bed of menace (menace)
Some call me Dennis (yeah)
'Cause my rod man diggin' in (diggin' in)
Leave em all screamin' out damn! (screamin' out Damn)
I'm Scorpio so ma you know just how I am
[Usher]
Now girl you know who I am
[Nelly]
Quit playin! (So baby let's go)
[Nelly (Usher)]
Now Shawty let's we go
(Go, go, go go)
Take your clothes off slow
(Slo, slo, slo, slow)
Give your boy a lil show
(Sho, sho, sho, show)
Girl cause
(You know what I)
Like
Show me where to bite, you
[Usher]
Oh just give it to me girl
I promise I'm a keep it steady
Cause I been lookin' at ya baby and I know your ready
So cut off your phone
It's goin' be a long night (long night)
I can't hold it for long baby cause it's gettin' heavy
Let me beat it out the frame
I'm tired of lookin' at it (yeah)
I'm just tellin' you, it's gon' be a long night
[Nelly (Usher)]
Listen, by the time I'm done with you (done with you)
Ain't gon' be nothin' left to do (left to do)
I'm a take my time when I put it on you
I'm a make sure you touch every inch of this room (this room)
Startin' from the bed (eh) to the floor (Oh) to the couch, to the
Stairwell, kitchen counter, clear it out (clear it out)
From there we goin' straight to the balcony (balcony)
Show you what you never seen (never seen)
Who you know do better than that (better than that)
[Usher]
Hey, just give it to me girl
I promise I'm a keep it steady (keep it steady)
'Cause I been lookin' at ya baby and I know your ready (know that your ready)
So cut off your phone
It's gon' be a long night (it's gon' be a long night)
I can't hold it for long baby cause it's gettin' heavy (oh, gettin' heavy)
Let me beat it out the frame
I'm tired of lookin' at it (yeah)
I'm just tellin' you, it's gon' be a long night (a long night)
Oh oh (yeah)
Oh oh (yeah)
Yeah man!
Oh oh (yeah)
Oh oh (yeah)
Oh oh (yeah)
The song "Long Night" by Usher ft. Nelly is a classic R&B song with sexual connotations, as it talks about the desire for a long, passionate night with a lover. The song begins with a rather somber-sounding instrumental with Usher's soft voice and Nelly's added bit of rap. Usher mentions his readiness to embark on a long night of intimacy with his partner. Nelly chimes in, telling Usher's girl to make sure that there are no time constraints as she enjoys her night with Usher. He also adds some animated moments to the song, talking about his sexual prowess and how he is one-of-a-kind in the way he tries to please his partner. The chorus is filled with passion as Usher promises to make the night a memorable and long one with no holds barred, while Nelly continues to add his unique spin to the song.
Overall, the song is a pure example of how R&B music can merge sensuality and music together. Both Usher and Nelly have perfected their craft in unique ways that only adds to their appeal. They are able to create a love jam that hits its marks perfectly with its catchy hooks, steady rhythm, and soulful lyrics.
Interesting facts about the song:
1) "Long Night" was released as a single from the album "Here I Stand" (2008).
2) The song was produced by J-Lac.
3) The song's seductive nature has allowed it to become a fan favorite.
4) A music video for the song was never produced.
5) Usher and Nelly have collaborated before on the song "Hot in Herre (Remix)."
6) Nelly's verse in "Long Night" seems to be a continuation of his famous song "Hot in Herre."
7) The song was performed live on Usher's "One Night Stand" tour.
8) It was a minor hit on the R&B/Hip-Hop charts in the United States.
9) The song's minimalistic instrumental is mainly composed of bass and percussion.
10) Usher has revealed in interviews that the song was inspired by his close friend and mentor, Michael Jackson.
Chords: Unfortunately, the chords for "Long Night" are unavailable.
Line by Line Meaning
It's gon' be along night (drop)
This is going to be a long night
Your-sher baby! (Oh oh) (yeah)
This is Usher, let's go!
Yeah man! (Oh oh)
Yeah, let's do this thing!
This is a J-Lac track man!
This song was produced by J-Lac
Oh
Nelly makes an interjection
Girl u know how to find me
You know how to contact me
When you need a fix
When you want some sexual satisfaction
But you know when u call me
Make sure to call at a good time
Make sure time ain't a issue
Make sure you have enough time
Listen
Usher is about to speak
I keep a strategy for attackin' yo anatomy and I hope you don't get mad at me
I have a plan for pleasuring your body, and hopefully you won't be upset with me
But I had to say it (Oh)
I had to share my plan with you
You know rushin' ain't a option
We can't rush this
Baby stoppin's not a topic
We can't stop once we start
You know Daddy gon be bringin' it home
I'm going to give you a good time
bringin it home
I'm going to make sure you're satisfied
You know girl once I'm in it
Once we start having sex
Girl I'm in it
I'm fully invested
so forget it
Don't worry about anything else
I ain't quittin' 'til I touch every square inch of ya walls
I won't stop until I please you in every way possible
Shawty here we go
Alright, let's do this
(Go, go, go go)
Let's get started
Take your clothes off slow
Take your time taking off your clothes
(Slo, slo, slo, slow)
Slowly
Give your boy a lil show
Tease me a little
(Sho, sho, sho, show)
Give me a show
Girl cause
The reason why I want this
(You know what I)
You already know
Like
I like you
(Don't put up a)
Don't resist
Fight
Let's not argue
Oh just give it to me girl
Just let me have you
I promise I'm a keep it steady
I'll maintain my composure
'Cause I been lookin' at ya baby and I know your ready
I can tell you're excited for this
So get off your phone
Stop using your phone
It's gon' be a long night
We'll be here for a while
I can't hold it for long baby 'cause it's gettin' heavy
I'm getting aroused and can't wait much longer
Let me beat it out the frame
Let me make you orgasm
I'm tired of lookin' at it (yeah)
I'm done with foreplay and want to have sex
You see girl I'm talkin' hours
We'll be having sex for a while
He just talkin' minutes
Other guys don't last long
He gon' put you in his black book
Other guys will forget about you after tonight
I'll put you in the Guinness
I'll make tonight unforgettable
Book of world records, Shawty I'm already in it (me too!)
I'm experienced and know what I'm doing
I already did it, in the bed of menace (menace)
I've already been successful in pleasuring a woman
Some call me Dennis (yeah)
Some people call me Dennis
'Cause my rod man diggin' in (diggin' in)
My penis is ready and eager for sex
Leave em all screamin' out damn! (screamin' out Damn)
I'll make you scream in pleasure
I'm Scorpio so ma you know just how I am
My astrology sign is Scorpio, which means I'm passionate and sexual
Now girl you know who I am
You know what to expect from me
Quit playin! (So baby let's go)
Stop playing games and let's have sex
Now Shawty let's we go
Let's get started, baby
Show me where to bite, you
Tell me what you like
Cause I been lookin' at ya baby and I know your ready
I can see desire in your eyes
So cut off your phone
Don't be distracted by your phone
It's goin' be a long night (long night)
We'll be occupied for a while
I can't hold it for long baby cause it's gettin' heavy (oh, gettin' heavy)
I'm getting aroused and can't hold back much longer
Let me beat it out the frame
Let me make you orgasm
I'm just tellin' you, it's gon' be a long night (a long night)
We'll be having a lot of sex tonight
Oh oh (yeah)
Usher makes a final interjection
Yeah man!
Let's do this thing!
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CORNELL(NELLY) HAYNES, JAMES LACKEY, RYON LOVETT, USHER RAYMOND
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