Because Of You
Ne-Yo · Now That's What I Call Music, Vol. 24 [2007]
I love the way it feels,
It's got me stuck between my fantasy and what is real
I need it when I want it, I want it when I don't
Tell myself I'll stop everyday, knowin' that I won't
I got a problem and I don't know what to do about it
Even if I did, I don't know if I would quit but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it, and I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction, I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move but I like it
And it's all because of you [3X]
And it's all because,
Never get enough,
She's the sweetest drug
Think of it every second
I can't get nothing done,
Only concern is the next time, I'm gonna get me some
Know I should stay away from, cause it's no good for me
I try and try but my obsession wont let me leave
I got a problem and I don't know what to do about it
Even if I did, I don't know if I would quit but I doubt it
I'm taken by the thought of it, and I know this much is true
Baby, you have become my addiction, I'm so strung out on you
I can barely move but I like it
And it's all because of you (all because of you) 3X
And it's all because,
Never get enough,
She's the sweetest drug
Ain't no doubt, so strung out 2X
Over you, over you, over you
Because Of You
Ne-Yo's 'Because Of You' stands as a defining track within his early R&B discography, showcasing the singer-songwriter's signature blend of emotional depth and polished production. Released during a period of significant commercial success, the recording highlights his ability to craft sophisticated pop-R&B anthems that resonate with broad audiences. The song exemplifies the smooth, soulful aesthetic that characterized his work in the mid-to-late 2000s, distinguishing him through intricate melodies and heartfelt delivery. As a key song in his catalogue, it reflects the artist's mastery of contemporary R&B structures and his capacity to deliver timeless vocal performances. This recording remains a testament to Ne-Yo's influence on the genre, capturing the essence of an era defined by its rich harmonies and emotive storytelling without relying on fleeting trends.