Ain't No Way (Duet With Whitney Houston)
Mary J. Blige · Other Songs - Mary J. Blige
Ain't no way
For me to love you
If you won't let me
(Mary)
It ain't no way
For me to give you all you need
If you won't let me
Give all of me
(Whitney)
I know that a woman's duty
Is to have and love a man
And that's the way it was planned
(Mary)
Oh but how can i, how can i, how can i
Give you all the things I can
If your tying up both of my hands
Oh ain't no, ain't no way (ain't no way)
(Whitney)
It ain't no way no, no, no (ain't no way)
Sho' ain't no way (ain't no way)
It ain't no way (ain't no way)
(Mary)
It ain't no way for me to love you
If you won't let me
(Whitney)
So, stop trying to be
Someone your not
(Mary)
Hard, cold and cruel is a man
Who paid to much for what he's got
(Whitney)
And if you need me
Won't you say, say you do
because if you need me
Don't you know I need you
Ain't no way (chorus and ad-libs to end)
Ain't No Way (Duet With Whitney Houston)
Mary J. Blige delivers a soulful performance in this duet with Whitney Houston, blending her signature gritty R&B style with Houston's powerful vocal prowess. Released as a standalone single rather than on a specific album, the track stands as a testament to the collaborative spirit of the late 1990s and early 2000s. The recording captures a moment where two of the era's most influential female vocalists merged their distinct voices to create a compelling narrative of resilience and emotional depth. This work highlights Blige's ability to navigate between raw, street-level storytelling and polished pop sensibilities, while also showcasing Houston's enduring ability to command attention through sheer vocal force. The song remains a significant example of the genre's evolution during this period, serving as a bridge between the raw energy of the '90s and the polished production of the new millennium.