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" Crazy in Love " is a song recorded by American singer and songwriter Beyoncé for her debut solo studio album Dangerously in Love (2003). It features a rap verse and ad-libs from Jay-Z, her now-husband. Both artists wrote and composed the song in collaboration with Rich Harrison and Eugene Record; the former also produced it with Beyoncé.
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May 12, 2024 · Beyoncé struggled to develop a lyrical theme for “Crazy in Love.” She planned to leave the studio to buy a birthday present for her cousin, Destiny Child member Kelly Rowland. She thought...
- Thom Donovan
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Jul 3, 2023 · On July 12, 2003, Beyoncé's Crazy In Love topped the Billboard charts, stayed at number one for eight weeks, and then continued to remain a top party anthem to this day.
Jun 19, 2024 · What inspired Beyoncé to write “Crazy In Love”? Beyoncé co-wrote “Crazy In Love” with Rich Harrison, who produced the track. In interviews, Beyoncé has mentioned that the song was influenced by the 1970s funk and soul music.
Jul 14, 2023 · It's been 20 years since Beyoncé's single Crazy in Love poured out of every radio, car speaker and club for a whole summer — setting her up to be the solo star she is today.
- Brittany Luse
Sep 16, 2021 · Being released on 18 May 2003, Crazy in Love was actually the second collaboration between Beyoncé and Jay-Z. The first was ’03 Bonnie & Clyde which, despite its namesake, actually came out in 2002. And to note, the vocalists didn’t officially marry until mid-2008.
The chorus emphasizes the impact her partner’s love has on her, making her act and feel “crazy.” It describes how their touch and kiss have a profound effect on her, leaving her hoping they will reach out to her.
