You (Lola Brooke song)

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You (Lola Brooke song) - Wikipedia

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"You"

Single by Lola Brooke featuring Bryson Tiller

from the album Dennis Daughter

Released

September 22, 2023

Length

2:41

Label

Arista
Team80

Songwriter(s)

Shyniece Thomas
Bryson Tiller
Inga Marchand
Jean-Claude Olivier
Samuel Barnes
Shawn Carter

Producer(s)

Khris Riddick-Tynes
LilJuMadeDaBeat

Lola Brooke singles chronology

"Off Top"
(2023)

"You"
(2023)

"Pit Stop"
(2023)

Bryson Tiller singles chronology

"Down Like That"
(2023)

"You"
(2023)

"Never Lose Me"
(2024)

Music video

"You" on YouTube

"You" is a song by American rapper Lola Brooke featuring American singer Bryson Tiller. It was released on September 22, 2023 via Arista Records and Team80 as the second single from her first studio album Dennis Daughter (2023). Produced by Khris Riddick-Tynes of The Rascals and LilJuMadeDaBeat, the song contains a sample of "Get Me Home" by Foxy Brown featuring Blackstreet.

Background

With respect to the song's inspiration, Lola Brooke told Rated R&B:

I had to go big on this the Brooklyn way! I channeled my inner soft girl with a twist (laughs), but that balance is needed. There's more that meets the eyes and ears with me, and Fox is someone who paved the way for girls like me, so knowing that adds to the specialness of it all.^[1]

Composition

The content of the song has been described as "sultry".^[1]^[2] Over drum production, Lola Brooke raps in gruff vocals^[3] and a "softer, intimate" flow different from her usual style,^[1] with sexually explicit lyrics as she describes an intimate moment with her partner.^[1]^[3] Bryson Tiller sings the chorus.^[1]^[2]

Critical reception

The song received generally positive reviews. Tallie Spencer of HotNewHipHop wrote, "'You' exemplifies Lola Brooke's ability to switch between her high-energy mode, to producing music that has a chill soulful R&B melody. On the track, she delivers bars in her signature deep voice, the magnetic allure that first captivated listeners in the first place."^[4] Likewise, Shawn Grant of The Source commented the song "exudes sultriness and charm" and that the sample "showcases Lola Brooke's ability to craft multi-faceted hits that range from energetic, high-octane anthems to soulful melodies with an R&B flair."^[5] Robin Murray of Clash described the song as "super smooth, while also displaying Lola's tenacity."^[6] Tayo Odutola of Earmilk wrote, "The revamp has a soft drum groove and heightened melodic texture that fits perfectly with Bryson's distinct and highly infectious melodic runs".^[3]

Music video

The music video was directed by Samuel McKnight and released alongside the single. It takes place in a massive residence.^[7] In the video, Lola Brooke sips champagne as she prances around a dressing room and Bryson Tiller is seen with a young lady on a balcony overlooking a beautiful scene, before the artists appear together on a glass stage over a pool.^[2] Later, Lola walks on a red carpet as the paparazzi takes photos of her,^[2]^[3]^[4]^[5] dressed in a gem-encrusted black dress.^[2] The clip also features a cameo from rapper Rob49.^[3] Two filming sets referenced rapper Lil' Kim's music videos, such as that of "Not Tonight" and "No Matter What They Say".^[8]

Charts

Chart performance for "You"
Chart (2023–2024)	Peak position
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)^[9]	30
US Rhythmic (Billboard)^[10]	26

References

^ ^a ^b ^c ^d ^e Samuels, Keithan (September 26, 2023). "Bryson Tiller Joins Lola Brooke on New Song 'You'". Rated R&B. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d ^e Corrine, Amber (September 22, 2022). "Lola Brooke, Bryson Tiller Reinterpret Foxy Brown's "Get Me Home" In New "You" Video". Vibe. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d ^e Odutola, Tayo (October 6, 2023). "Lola Brooke shares visuals for "You" featuring Bryson Tiller [Video]". Earmilk. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
^ ^a ^b Spencer, Tallie (September 22, 2023). "Lola Brooke Tags Bryson Tiller For New Single "You"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
^ ^a ^b Grant, Shawn (September 22, 2023). "Lola Brooke Delivers New Single "You" Feat. Bryson Tiller". The Source. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
^ Murray, Robin (September 26, 2023). "Lola Brooke Shares Sizzling 'You' Video". Clash. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
^ Powell, Jon (October 3, 2023). "Lola Brooke thanks fans after "You" visual with Bryson Tiller generates a million views in a week". Revolt. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
^ Pointer, Flisadam (September 22, 2023). "Lola Brooke And Bryson Tiller's 'You' Video Is A Lavish Look At The Luxurious Side Of Love". Uproxx. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. October 2, 2023.
^ "Bryson Tiller Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved February 18, 2024.

v t e Bryson Tiller
Discography Awards and nominations
Studio albums	Trapsoul (2015) True to Self (2017) Anniversary (2020) Bryson Tiller (2024)
Extended plays	A Different Christmas (2021)
Singles	"Don't" "Exchange" "Sorry Not Sorry" "Somethin Tells Me" "Run Me Dry" "Always Forever" "Outta Time" "Lonely Christmas" "Whatever She Wants"
Featured singles	"Wild Thoughts" "Could've Been" "Playing Games" "By Yourself (Remix)" "Body in Motion" "Gotta Move On" "You" "Wait on It"
Other songs	"Self-Made"

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