Junkie
Kelis · Wanderland
Everyone lets welcome Carla
I'm here because uhm
Well I didn't know what else to do and..
This is it
I'm strong now
Hello everybody my name is Kelis
(Hi Kelis)
The reason that I'm here is my problem got severe
My body would get sweaty whenever he came near
I haven't even hooked an entire year
I've got the fever
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
And I can't do my job right because this interferes
And I just want my life back I wanna see shit clear
I was strung out
For real since the first time we hung out
I never met a guy that was even half as fly
I've got the fever
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
All my relatives and neighbours would not get out my ear
I would tell them he was cool he just didn't need no beer
I was high n'
Stupid, yeah I was in denial
Every time he smiled at me my mouth would just go dry
I've got the fever
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
I'm a junkie
A junkie for your love
About Junkie
Kelis's "Junkie" stands as a defining track from her 2004 album *Wanderland*, blending R&B sensibilities with electronic production to create a sound that captured the zeitgeist of the early 2000s. The song features a distinctive, repetitive hook that became a staple of dance floors and radio rotations alike, showcasing Kelis's ability to merge pop accessibility with a more mature, soulful vocal delivery. Released during a period when she was solidifying her status as a leading voice in contemporary R&B, the recording reflects the genre's evolution toward incorporating electronic elements while maintaining emotional depth. Beyond its immediate commercial success, "Junkie" contributed to Kelis's broader discography, which includes hits like "Milkshake" and "Lil Suzie," establishing her as a versatile artist capable of navigating both chart-topping pop and underground electronic territories. The track remains a significant part of her catalog, often cited in discussions about the era's most influential dance tracks and serving as a testament to her unique ability to craft memorable melodies that resonate across generations of listeners.