I Want You
Cee Lo Green · The Lady Killer [2010]
Hey Hey Hey Hey...
I want you [x2]
Hey, I love the night life
Yes I do it's so much fun
And before you know it
Ah here comes the sun
Sweetheart it's been real, but...
The thrill is gone
Silence is like a spirit
That picked my house to haunt
But I know it's there so I'm nonchalant
Yet deep inside I need what I want
[Chorus]
And I want you to run away with me and experience something new
Anything you've already done just won't do
I want you
And I want you to genuinely and sincerely want me too
You can believe in my baby
Don't be cruel
'Cause I want you
Would a trip to a remoted island ease your mind
Oh you look like a solitare every sunshine
I like her 'cause she's fun
And she's fearless
She's a friend of mine
And I'm not trying to say that you need some help
Or you can have anything you want with your bad self
I like her 'cause she's smart
But she's still sexy
She is somethin' else
[Chorus]
That's why I want you to run away with me and experience something new
Anything you've already done just won't do
I want you
And I want you to genuinely and sincerely want me too
You can believe in my baby, don't be cruel
'Cause I want you
Oooh...
Oh one world to find a lady
That happens to be three times the lady
God is good
But he took his time when he designed you baby
That's why I want you
And
Oh I'll even quit my job
Lovin' you, I'll make it my job
Thank you Lord, thank you lord
This is it
My god!
That's why I want you
[Fades out to Chorus]
I Want You - Cee Lo Green
Released on The Lady Killer in 2010, "I Want You" stands as a defining track in Cee Lo Green's evolution from soulful crooner to funk-infused pop icon. The recording captures the vibrant energy of his mid-2010s era, blending smooth vocal delivery with a driving, rhythmic groove that became a staple of his live performances. As a centerpiece of the album, the song exemplifies his signature style, merging R&B sensibilities with a party-ready beat that resonated widely across radio and club circuits. Its enduring popularity highlights Green's ability to craft anthems that bridge the gap between classic soul aesthetics and modern pop production, cementing his status as a versatile force in contemporary music.