It's Like That
Mariah Carey
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Dis is, the point when I need everybody get to the dance floor It's like that y'all (that y'all), that y'all (that y'all) Da da da da, I like that y'all (that y'all) It's like that y'all (that y'all), that y'all (that y'all) Like da da da da, I like that y'all (that y'all) MC I came to have a party Open up the Bacardi Feeling so hot tamale Boy, I know you watchin' me So what's it gonna be? Purple taking me higher I'm lifted and I like it Boy, you got me inspired Baby, come and get it If you're really feelin' me Cause it's my night No stress, no fights I'm leavin' it all behind No tears, no time to cry Just makin' the most of life Everybody is livin' it up All the fellas keep lookin' at us (cause) Me and my girls on the floor like what While the DJ keeps on spinnin' the cut It's like that y'all (that y'all), that y'all (that y'all) It's like da da da da, I like that y'all (that y'all) It's like that y'all (that y'all), that y'all (that y'all) It's like da da da da, I like that y'all (that y'all) You like this and you know it Caution, it's so explosive Them chickens is ash and I'm lotion Baby, come and get it Let me give you what you need It's a special occasion Mimi's emancipation A cause for celebration I ain't gonna let nobody's drama bother me Cause it's my night No stress, no fights I'm leavin' it all behind No tears, no time to cry Just makin' the most of life Everybody is livin' it up All the fellas keep lookin' at us (cause) Me and my girls on the floor like what While the DJ keeps on spinnin' the cut It's like that y'all (that y'all), that y'all (that y'all) It's like da da da da, I like that y'all (that y'all) It's like that y'all (that y'all), that y'all (that y'all) It's like da da da da, I like that y'all (that y'all) Cause it's my night No stress, no fights I'm leavin' it all behind No tears, no time to cry Just makin' the most of life Everybody is livin' it up All the fellas keep lookin' at us (cause) Me and my girls on the floor like what While the DJ keeps on spinnin' the cut It's like that y'all (that y'all), that y'all (that y'all) It's like da da da da, I like that y'all (that y'all) It's like that y'all (that y'all), that y'all (that y'all) It's like da da da da, I like that y'all (that y'all) This is my night Let's Go Now (what), let's go now (what) Here we go now (what), here we go now (what) Let's Go Now (what), let's go now (what) Here we go now (what), here we go now (what) Let's Go Now (what), let's go now (what) Here we go now (what), here we go now (what) Let's Go Now (what), let's go now (what) Here we go now (what), here we go now (what)
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Written by: Mariah Carey, Manuel Lonnie Seal, Jermaine Dupri, Johnta M. Austin, Douglas L. Davis, Ricky M. L. Walters, Isaac Iii Freeman
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"It's Like That" was released on January 7, 2005. It was the lead single from Mariah Carey's tenth studio album, "The Emancipation of Mimi."
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Performance on ChartsDespite not hitting the number one spot on the US Billboard Hot 100, it peaked at a respectable number 16 and stayed on the charts for 20 weeks. In the UK, the song reached number 4, while it snagged the number 1 spot in Hungary.
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Grammy NominationThis Mariah Carey song was nominated for a Grammy Award for "Best Female Pop Vocal Performance" in 2006 - but it didn't win.
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Welcoming Comeback"It's Like That" was Carey's comeback single after her less successful ninth album "Charmbracelet." The song was seen by many critics as a strong return to form.
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Music Video FeatureThe music video for "It's Like That" features a cameo from actor Eric Roberts, brother of Julia Roberts, and was directed by Brett Ratner, known for directing the Rush Hour film series.
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Songwriters and Producers CollaborationThe song was written by Mariah Carey, Jermaine Dupri, Manuel Seal, and Johntá Austin. It was produced by Carey, Dupri, and Seal.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song's lyrics convey a message of celebration and liberation, with Carey encouraging listeners to let go of their troubles and enjoy a party atmosphere.
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Critical Reception"It's Like That" received positive reviews from music critics. Many praised its catchiness and upbeat nature, praising Carey's vocal performances and the song's production as well.
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Live PerformancesCarey has performed "It's Like That" at several live shows and important events, including the Grammy Awards and on some of her concert tours.
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Song InterpretationAccording to some interpretations, "It's Like That" could be seen as a statement from Carey about her resilience and strength in the face of the challenges she had faced in the years before the song's release.
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