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"The One" (CD single)
- By Mary J. Blige
- Genre: Adult Contemporary
Common Sense Media says
R&B queen pairs with hot MC on sizzling yet clean single.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this track is about as clean as it gets, offering no offensive language or references to sex, drugs, or violence -- just some back-and-forth about being the best choice of romantic partner out there.
What's the story?
Reinventing herself once again, longstanding R&B queen Mary J. Blige is back with THE ONE, a new single in which she collaborates with Drake -- one of the hottest young MCs on the scene. As R&B songs go, this song is exceptionally tame, with lyrics that include nothing more than a lot of bragging on Blige's part about being the best woman out there: "Them other girls that you done been with, none of them got nothing on me / Ain't got my style, ain't got nothing on me, nothing on me / Way I walk, way I talk, my swagga." In response, Drake (whose group Young Money has been known for some pretty raunchy lyrics) delivers an innocuous rap about needing a woman who isn't "perfect" but will "make it all worth it."
Is it any good?
In light of Mary J.'s powerful pipes, it's disappointing to hear her succumb to the ubiquitous Auto-tune in this song. Fortunately, she doesn't rely on it throughout, spending most of the track showcasing the awesome vocals that have earned her a spot at the top of the R&B hierarchy. Drake performs equally well, rhyming with great timing and flair. The combination of the two performances result in an engaging track that appeals more and more with repeat listens.
What families can talk about
What about Mary J. Blige has contributed to her reign at the top of the charts for so long?
Why would Mary J. choose to collaborate with Drake among all of the young MCs out there?
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Kid, 12 years old
October 25, 2009
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My girl.
I'm anybody now her she is the best!!!!!!!
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This song is good for all ages
I love this song!!!
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Sorta Boring
Really Clean. But its sorta a really boring song. The best part is drakes lines. The chorus doesnt make any sense at all. I'll probably end up byin it tho cause drakes line was really good
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Fine
It's really a shame when a very talented vocalist like Mary J. Blige resorts to autotune.
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Confident Song (No Surprise it's from M.J. Blige!)
Mary J., Mary J.! Boy do I love Mary J.!She gives confidence to people and tells them that she believes she's untouchable, which makes you feel like you are untouchable, which makes you feel good about yourself! Love and just LOVE Mary J. Blige!
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Kid, 10 years old
September 13, 2009
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THE ONE
I LOV THIS SONG!!!!!!!!!
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A fun auto-tune song with a great rap with drake!
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Nice track
Wish she didn't have to go into the auto-tune trend, but what Mary lacks Drake's contributions pick up for.
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Kid, 11 years old
May 15, 2012
AGE
awesome
love this cd it's awesome
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| Artist: | Mary J. Blige |
| Release date: | July 21, 2009 |
| Label: | Geffen Records |
| Genre: | Adult Contemporary |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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