Take You There
Sean Kingston
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We can go to the tropics Sip pina coladas Shorty I could take you there Or we can go to the slums Where killers get hung Shorty I could take you there You know I could take ya (I could take ya) I could take ya (I could take ya) Shorty I could take you there You know I could take ya (I could take ya) I could take ya (I could take ya) Shorty I could take you there Baby girl I know it's rough but come with me We can take a trip to the hood It's no problem girl it's my city I could take you there Little kid with guns only fifteen Roam in the streets up to no good When gun shots just watch us, run quickly I could show you where As long you're with me Baby you'll be alright I'm known in the ghetto Girl just stay by my side Or we can leave the slums go to paradise Baby it's up to you It's whatever you like We can go to the tropics Sip pina coladas Shorty I could take you there Or we can go to the slums Where killers get hung Shorty I could take you there You know I could take ya (I could take ya) I could take ya (I could take ya) Shorty I could take you there You know I could take ya (I could take ya) I could take ya (I could take ya) Shorty I could take you there Shorty come with me it's no worry I know the bad men them where they ah stay Police fly pursuit in a hurry This is no gun play Don't be scared in the West Indies It's Jamaica, that's where I'm from Might see something you're not used to Welcome to the slums As long you're with me Baby you'll be alright I'm known in the ghetto Girl just stay by my side Or we can leave the slums go to paradise Baby it's up to you It's whatever you like We can go to the tropics Sip pina coladas Shorty I could take you there Or we can go to the slums Where killers get hung Shorty I could take you there You know I could take ya (I could take ya) I could take ya (I could take ya) Shorty I could take you there You know I could take ya (I could take ya) I could take ya (I could take ya) Shorty I could take you there Or we (or we) Can go (can go) To a place (to a place) I know you gonna like (oh oh oh) The beach (the beach) The breeze (the breeze) West Indies, I call it paradise We can go to the tropics Sip pina coladas Shorty I could take you there Or we can go to the slums Where killers get hung Shorty I could take you there You know I could take ya (I could take ya) I could take ya (I could take ya) Shorty I could take you there You know I could take ya (I could take ya) I could take ya (I could take ya) Shorty I could take you there
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Written by: Jonathan Rotem, Kisean Anderson, Evan Kidd Bogart, Timothy Thomas, Theron Thomas
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Chart Performance"Take You There" topped number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showing its popularity in the U.S.
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Album NameThe song is a part of Sean Kingston's debut self-titled album, "Sean Kingston," released in 2007.
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Release Date"Take You There" was released as a single on December 17, 2007.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is classified in the pop and reggae fusion genres.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Take You There" was shot in Jamaica and was directed by Gil Green, who has also directed videos for other popular artists like John Legend and Akon.
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Songwriters"Take You There" was co-written by Kisean Anderson (Sean Kingston), Jonathan "J.R." Rotem, Nicole Morier and E. Kidd Bogart.
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ProducersThe song was produced by J.R. Rotem, a multi-platinum record producer who has worked with artists such as Britney Spears, Rihanna, and Destiny's Child.
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Commercial Success"Take You There" was certified gold by the RIAA, showcasing its commercial success.
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Music Platform PerformanceThe song has garnered over 100 million plays on music streaming platforms like Spotify.
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Live PerformancesSean Kingston has performed "Take You There" live at many events including the 2008 Much Music Video Awards in Canada.
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Lyric ThemeThe lyrics of "Take You There" depict Sean Kingston offering to take a girl to the tropical paradise of his homeland, Jamaica.
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VocalsThe song displays Sean Kingston’s distinctive sound, combining Caribbean-style beats with an urban contemporary voice.
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Audience ReceptionCritics and fans alike praised the song for its catchy chorus and Kingston's unique musical style, further solidifying his place in the music industry.
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