Love More" is a song by American singer Chris Brown featuring rapper Nicki Minaj. It was released on July 19, 2013, as the third official single from the former's sixth studio album X. The song, produced by FRESHM3N III,[1] peaked at number 23 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 29 on the Australia Singles Chart.
Parts of "Love More" were premiered at the 2013 BET Awards, along with "Don't Think They Know" and "Fine China".[2] MTV praised the performance stating: "Brown hit the stage with his backup dancers in tow, sporting a black leather jacket while all the members of his crew donned sweatshirts with a neon 'X' across them, a nod to his upcoming July 16 album. For 'Fine China', Breezy kept it thematic, with images of Chinese fire dragons and fire lanterns flashing across the LED screen behind him, as he delivered his usual flawless choreography."[2]
On March 29, 2013, Brown confirmed that Minaj will appear on his upcoming album, saying that she just gave him a "mean verse".[3] Minaj later publicly complimented the beat of the song, stating that her fans were going to love the song.[4] On June 30, the song premiered as a live performance by Brown and Minaj at the opening act of the BET Awards 2013.[5] The name of the song was also confirmed to be "Love More".[6] The track was planned to be released with the whole album on July 16, but, for unknown reasons, the release was pushed back. Minaj was asked about the song and she replied "one more week," on July 16.[7]
The music video was filmed on August 2, 2013 in Los Angeles, California and was directed by Brown himself. The video premiered on YouTube on August 17, 2013.[10] It features Brown taking some of his friends to a night club in his car, when he turns on the radio and the song starts. The music video features a cameo by Nick Swardson as they drive shotgun.[11] At the club, Brown is seen flirting, singing and performing synchronized dance moves with his backup dancers, while multiple shots of Minaj are shown. The video was uploaded on Brown's Vevo channel on August 29, 2013.[12]
The song received widely positive reviews. Billboard praised the single stating: "Raunchy and sure to be a club favorite, 'Love More' is the latest single off of Brown's forthcoming album, X."[13] AllHipHop also released a positive review stating: "Over a frenzied, dubstep-inspired club beat, Nicki and Brown exchange sexual innuendos, party recaps and their own brand of love."[14][15]
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Chris Brown's out with his new album Royalty, and one of the songs on that album--my favorite so far--is "Little More (Royalty)." The song's smooth and strong and an enjoyable listen. I'll be honest though: I have rarely ever listened to Chris Brown, and what I have heard of him has been largely negative. Not that being explicit is always bad, but the fact that so many of his songs on this album are explicit concerns me. I've listened to a few others besides "Little More (Royalty)," and there doesn't seem to be a lot of variety on Royalty. His song "Back to Sleep," in a paraphrase of his words, is about "sexing" his girlfriend back to sleep after he comes home from playing a concert.
Combining the vulgar language with (seemingly) not having anything to say, Royalty doesn't excite me. That's why the song "Little More (Royalty)" (hereafter referred to as "Little More") was a nice surprise, if still a little underwhelming.
He continues the verse: "Oh, baby girl, you inspire me, give the reason to keep on / My baby, my Royalty, girl you're the lyrics to my song." If a listener thinks this song is about a women, it sounds like Brown is calling her "royalty," but if the listener is "in the know," it makes even more sense.
Brown continues to sing about how powerful a hold Royalty has on him: "Girl, you got this heart lock on me, I don't think I can control it / I hold on with all my might while you look at me in my eye." And not only does he have to struggle to come to grips with how much he loves her, but his daughter gives him the power to love her better: "Like a vitamin you put back my energy, you're making me stronger and bring out the best of me."
From my perspective, "Little More" is purposefully vague so that it can cater to a wider range of audiences. If you look through the lyrics, you'll find no language that specifically makes it about either a woman or Brown's child. There's not a single word or phrase that would exclude one or the other, and there are many that directly support each.
Thus, for you, "Little More" truly is about whichever you want it to be about. If you like the thought of a rapper singing to his toddler, then it's about Royalty. If you like the thought of a strong, gentle, and beautiful woman, then "Little More" is about spending a "little more" time with her.
Based on the lyrics, it really doesn't seem to matter who it's about, so long as Brown and his record company get the profits. I don't want to be too accusatory, and--who knows?--there may be an explanation, but look at what's happening here. Brown has created a purposefully vague song that appeals to two very different market demographics: those who want a sweet and sentimental song, and those who want the hot passion and romance of a one night stand.
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I actually enjoyed this album tremendously. Front to back no skips for me . I have been replaying the album since I bought it earlier today. I mean say s was hat you will the production the sound the vibe is on point .
Sorry my first comment was unreadable ?I love the 11:11 album . It has been on repeat since I purchased it earlier today front to back this album is a banger. I really love the vibe of this album. To me the album ends but I want to hear more so I been just repeating it over and over . Love what he did on this album. Thank you CB
"Love More" is a song by Chris Brown from his sixth album X, which features guest vocals by Nicki Minaj. The song serves as the third single from the album. It was written by Christopher Brown and Onika Maraj. It premiered on 99.1 KGGI radio station on July 22, 2013, and as a digital download shortly after. It officially impacted Rhythmic radio on July 23. A music video was shot on August 2, and premiered on August 17. The song has been certified Gold in Australia and the US.
On March 29, 2013, Brown confirmed that Minaj will appear on his upcoming album, saying that she just gave him a "mean verse."[1] Minaj later said that the beat of the song is very stupid and that her fans will going to love it.[2] On June 30, the song premiered as a live performance by Brown and Minaj at the opening act of the BET Awards 2013.[3] The name of the song was also confirmed to be "Love More."[4] The track was planned to be released with the whole album on July 16, but, for unknown reasons, the release was canceled. Minaj was asked about the song and she replied "one more week," on July 16.[5]
The song premiered on 99.1 KGGI radio sation on July 22 at 6:30 am,[6] and was released as a digital download the same day.[7] It was released to Rhythmic radio on July 23, 2013.[8] During the week of release, it was the #1 most added song on Urban & Rhythmic radio. The song was released to Aussie radios on July 27.[9]
The cover artwork was revealed on July 19 by Brown on his Twitter account.[10] The artwork resemblance his previous cover of his single "Don't Think They Know."[11] It features Brown behind a smoke in shape of heart with the font "CHRIS BROWN - LOVE MORE FT. NICKI MINAJ" in the bottom right corner, aligned as an X.
"Love More" was produced by The Freshm3n III, lyrically about forgetting the problems you affront in the day with your partner and enjoy the night with him or her.[12] The record features an upbeat production with a west coast feel[13] and a dupstep-inspired club beat.[14]
Critics gave the track great reviews, calling it a club hit. Elijah Watson from Billboard praised the track, calling it a "club favorite," Brown's hook "provocative and memorable" and saying that Minaj "goes in" her verse. Watson also noticed the reference to film "Django Unchained" by Minaj.[15] Jim Elliot from The Source said that the song is "destined to be a hit in the club," the beat is "impressive," and pointed that "Minaj may have the most memorable line of the song."[16] Jonathan Sawyer from HYPETRAK was more impressed by Chris vocals than Minaj and enjoyed the "energetic, club-friendly tune."[17] Richy Rosario from Global Grind commented that "Breezy outdid himself on this one" with the "club banger, raw and raunchy" song.[18] Chris Thomas from Hip-Hop Wired ensured that the song will be in club and radio rotation.[13]
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