That's What It Does
Ne-Yo · Other Songs - Ne-Yo
You was feeling something, something was wrong
Now that it's on there's a smile on your face
And whatever was wrong, it's faded away
For the moment, the song will change your life
But if you believe, well it just might
If you listen right, the part that touches your heart and your soul
That's what it does
:Chorus:
And it might make you lose your mind, that's what it does
And it might make you cry sometimes, that's what it does
And it might chase the pain away, that's what it does
The devil, the angel, the pain and the pleasure
The music, that's what it does
Yesterday you were crying the loss of a man,
A woman whatever, you understand
Turned on the song or release from the soreness of crying
You wound up crying some more
On your back, on the floor you continue to cry
As the strings in the background kill you inside
But you never felt so alive
It is, it will be and it was
The house of fire, your and your love
said it is, it will be and it was
That's what it does
:Chorus:
And it might make you lose your mind, that's what it does
And it might make you cry sometimes, that's what it does
And it might chase the pain away, that's what it does
The devil, the angel, the pain and the pleasure
The music, that's what it does
ooh ooh that's what it does
(Women)
And it might make you lose your mind
And it might make you cry sometimes
And it might chase the pain away
(ooh ooh ooh ooh)
(woman)
And it make you lose your mind
And it might make you lose your mind, that's what it does (it might make you cry sometimes)
And it might make you cry sometimes, that's what it does (it might chase the pain away)
And it might chase the pain away, that's what it does (I say the devil the angel the pain and the pleasure)
The devil, the angel, the pain and the pleasure (of the music)
The music, that's what it does
That's What It Does
Ne-Yo's 'That's What It Does' stands as a quintessential example of his mid-2000s R&B and pop sensibilities, characterized by smooth vocal delivery and polished production. Released during a period where he was establishing himself as a leading figure in contemporary soul, the track exemplifies the genre's focus on romantic themes and melodic hooks. While specific album placement details vary in public records, the song reflects the era's shift toward more introspective and emotionally resonant balladry within mainstream R&B. It showcases Ne-Yo's signature ability to blend catchy choruses with heartfelt lyrics, contributing to his growing discography that defined the late 2000s sound. The recording remains a testament to his early work, highlighting his transition from songwriter to a prominent solo artist known for his distinctive voice and songwriting craft.

