Intro

Monica · After the Storm

(Female)
Come on get out of the way

(Male)
The light's green
Move

(Female)
I hate these gangsta singers
with their music loud

Maam
Maam can you please turn your rap music down
You just woke my baby up dammit
ok I just called the cops

*baby crying*
*sirens*

(Missy)
Dont you ever interrupt me when I'm listening to a Monica record

(Crowd)
Ohhhhhh

(Missy)
Yeah
Straight out the slumming streets of A-T-L
I know you waited for her arrival
through the hurricanes, torandoes, and thunderstorms
The climate has now changed
And the storm is now over
I repeat the storm is now over
Let us begin
Hey yo Monica turn the volume up

About Intro

Monica's "Intro" serves as a pivotal opening track on her 2003 album *After the Storm*, establishing the R&B sound that would define her career during the early 2000s. Released alongside hits like "So Gone" and "That's My Man," the song exemplifies her signature blend of soulful vocals and smooth production, characteristic of the era's contemporary R&B landscape. As a lead single from the album, it functions as both a musical statement and a thematic song point, setting the tone for the collection of romantic and introspective tracks that followed. The recording reflects Monica's transition into a more mature artistic voice, showcasing her ability to craft emotive narratives that resonated with audiences worldwide. This track remains a staple in her discography, often cited as a key component of her early success and influence on the genre.