Released on the 1994 album Crazysexycool, "If I Was Your Girlfriend" stands as a defining track in the new jack swing genre. Co-written and performed by Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes, the song blends R&B sensibilities with hip-hop rhythms to explore themes of romantic longing and self-worth. Its infectious melody and distinctive vocal delivery helped solidify TLC's status as one of the most influential girl groups of the 1990s. The track remains a staple of their discography, celebrated for its catchy hook and the way it balanced commercial appeal with a distinct Southern California sound that influenced countless artists following in its wake.