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October 5, 2009 Jam It? Or Slam It? Usher – Papers
Usher premiered his new single from his forthcoming album Raymond vs. Raymond (orginally titled ‘Monster’) called “Papers,” written by Sean Garrett. Naturally, he’s milking his divorce with Tameka Foster for everything it’s worth…but hey, I guess you gotta do what you gotta to do to sell records these days. Although, I am curious as to what all will be revealed in the months to come. As far as the track, I’m not sure if it’s a hit or not…it sounds more like an album filler to me. Raymond Vs. Raymond is due out in December.
What do you think? Do we jam It? Or slam it?
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DaVoice
October 5, 2009 at 3:15 pm
Not Feeling it
Laurese
October 5, 2009 at 3:21 pm
Not feeling it at all
kayce.
October 5, 2009 at 3:25 pm
blah. don’t hate, but DEF don’t love.
shaybaybay812
October 5, 2009 at 3:26 pm
I actually like it, but not eryones married, so that papers ishh aint feelin dat but the song and the point go hard.
Jus_MAC
October 5, 2009 at 3:27 pm
i’m gonna say that he sounds heartbroken. which happens to everyone….not a great song, i expect better from him. But, he’ll get a pass just this once….def an album filler though….
beemichael
October 5, 2009 at 3:31 pm
love the track. he doesnt hold anything back. great song! welcome back ush.
Krystal
October 5, 2009 at 3:54 pm
i like it….hopeful he can get back to his confession status with this album because his last album was not hitting on nothing.
Niesha
October 5, 2009 at 4:01 pm
Not so much… it’s very honest but just not a good track.. I agree B, this sounds like an album filler to me:-(
TyKisha
October 5, 2009 at 4:02 pm
Hmmm. . . . I gotta put my Randy Jackson on and say “It’s just alright for me”
It really sounds like a b-side but I understand that he’s gotta milk that divorce for some hype and coins tho. At least I hear some of that real “Confessions” emotion that was lacking in Here I Stand. Welcome back Ush. Jump on it while CB is down for the count and Songz is puttin out predictable Bump-N-Grind tracks.
PetiteTee
October 5, 2009 at 4:03 pm
Nahh..I’m not feeling it. I understand what he’s talking about but the song sucks!
They could’ve done better getting his point across.
Dennis
October 5, 2009 at 4:22 pm
I am NOT feelin’ this track… it is to “blah”… I was hoping for more of a Marvin Gaye type thing – you know.. the album he did, “Here, My Dear” when he was getting divorced.. not this simple minded track with all of the “OooOOohs”.
Krystal
October 5, 2009 at 4:26 pm
meant hopefully
me
October 5, 2009 at 4:40 pm
I actually love it …. surprisingly
ThatSTLPhoenix
October 5, 2009 at 4:43 pm
I”m feelin it. The composition of the song is not that strong but yet it feels like a lighter version of what he was doing with confessions so I like it. I’m humming it now. I can’t sing it when i”m mad because I”m single but I like it.
cHaZY
October 5, 2009 at 4:52 pm
Why shouldn’t he sing about his experience ? I think that’s okay and I am kinda feeling the lyrics but I don’t like the song (instrumentally). It’s too different and just lets me think oooOOOOhhhh ? Try again Sweetie ! Give us something with heart and your voice !!!
teebird
October 5, 2009 at 4:59 pm
I kinda like it only because i am married and have been threw the rough patch where “signing papers” has an option so i understand the emotion of it….is it his best..HELL NO but not at all his worse… and i dont think its him milking his divorse artist sing and rap about whats going on in there lives….years ago jay z lost a child which he talked about in a song…several artist have told about the lost of a loved one, whether it be by death or just seperation and in this case divorse…so my heart goes out to him and the kids they have together…(although i know there marriage wouldnt last).
Sparrow
October 5, 2009 at 5:20 pm
Hmm. I like it. It sounds classic Utsher, not to mention he’s being brutally honest. I can see this being an anthem for folks going through not wedded bliss.
cali
October 5, 2009 at 5:23 pm
its a nice song, but its definately not a hit.
TheMan
October 5, 2009 at 5:26 pm
sounds like Confessions part 6
Roxy
October 5, 2009 at 6:01 pm
This song is Trash. Go back and try again Usher…..
Hey B. Scott!!!! Love ya babe
Nayoluv
October 5, 2009 at 6:31 pm
Ummm…all I heard in the clip was 8 seconds of ohhh..ooohhhhh…and ohhhhh. What was that?
AngieTee
October 5, 2009 at 6:49 pm
I could take it or leave it…..it’s ok.
TeYoJe
October 5, 2009 at 6:56 pm
For some reason, I have not liked Usher’s last two albums and I have been a fan of his since the onset of his musical career. This song, although it leans to be a bit autobiographical when I don’t care about his personal life, was quite refreshing. I really enjoyed it.
subyluva
October 5, 2009 at 7:35 pm
I like it, Granted not his best but lyrically I dig it.
ACE
October 5, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Why is he playing the victim? We ALL have seen this go down in front of the public eye and as far as I can see, unless proven other wise, Usher is the one who f’ed that up. Mrs. Raymond was playing her position. Even damn near killed herself to live up to what her husband wanted from her. USHER you’re a chump for this one. Now if he would’ve come back like,’OKAY I GOT MARRIED AND I WAS STILL A WHORE’ I’d buy it, but Im not feeling the ‘woe is me’ approach to a marriage he f’ed up. Creeping around town with this one and that one, and then 2days after u hit it, u serv her papers…. thats not a man bruh, thats a coward…. FAIL….
Rellz NvIouz P
October 5, 2009 at 7:51 pm
i dont luv it but i dont hate it. maybe itll grow on mi!
utwana
October 5, 2009 at 8:11 pm
love it… love Usher… he can sing me the A B C’S and sound amazing!!!
TeeJay
October 5, 2009 at 8:34 pm
its ok I don’t think all the added vocals is needed…it is very heartfelt and those that have had to sign papers and gone through it can totally relate.
Porscha
October 6, 2009 at 12:31 am
UGH…as if! who else is sick of Usher putting his real life, current, and way personal relationship drama in his music?? I meaaan it was hot before but I am so over it.. Ugh just sign them jawns and be out… TWO FINGAS
Simba27
October 6, 2009 at 12:56 am
I’m really feeling this song, seems like hes putting alot of feelings in this jam. We all make mistakes and hes giving how he feels in this great song. We are all human and make mistakes and this song is his way of showing that he made mistakes. This is one of those songs that will stick with us all, wether we like it or not. B Baby its definately a Jam it!!!
Spicy Goddess
October 6, 2009 at 1:20 am
HORRID!!!!!!!!!! I just knew Ush could come better than this, especially for his FIRST single, SMDH
Lee
October 6, 2009 at 10:15 am
Well, I have to say Usher is one of the few male artists that I actually like. Usually anything he puts into a song I’m with. I don’t have any association to the whole “papers” thing because more than likely I’ll never have that issue..hehe However, with that being said I’m feeling this because it can be applied to giving your all in any relationship, it doesn’t have to be a marriage per say. With that being said, Usher is giving his all on this record as usual. His voice just captures me as well as the whole production of his work. I don’t think it would fit as a lead single but definently as a filler on the album..it’s a great song!
mrsfranklin24
October 6, 2009 at 10:30 am
Jam it!!! This is Ushers style he makes great break up songs (i.e. burn, confessions) and they always sell….So i believe even though it isn’t his best it will do well!!
cheree
October 6, 2009 at 1:33 pm
I have since become a fan of Usher. I listened to his newest album and I really enjoyed his vocal abilities, but this…Awesome. I love it. I love the lyrics (although I don’t really understand the Mama bit), the beat and the range of his voice. I don’t know what his wife is putting him through right, but it sure makes for good music. Is it me, or has Usher become the new R Kelly, minus the peeing?
Shay
October 6, 2009 at 2:04 pm
Lol @ “Naturally, he’s milking his divorce with Tameka Foster for everything it’s worth” this is true indeed! Usher… What were you thinkin’ boo? Smh
Mike
October 6, 2009 at 2:11 pm
Yeah, I don’t really like this track. Was hoping for something more uptempo like “Love In This Club”, I loved that song! This new one Papers is boring though. Usher’s a jerk!
CrazyShawtyLove
October 6, 2009 at 3:08 pm
LOVING the new song. cant wait for the album
DesignGal1979
October 7, 2009 at 1:06 am
I’m not feeling it! It’s not horrible, but its not the bomb eiither. I need him to try again. Love ya Usher, but you can a wee bit better.
AJTIME2007
October 7, 2009 at 11:13 am
AM SORRY I DO NOT LIKE THIS SONG! BITCHBOOBYE!!!
THE TROOTH
October 7, 2009 at 5:07 pm
THE KIIIIIIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNNNNNNNNGGGGGGGGGGGGGG IS BACCCCCCCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKK BABYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
THIS SOOOOOOOOOONG ISSSSSSSSSS HEARTBRRRRRREAAAAAAAAAAAKIIIIIINGGGGGG!
TAMEKA IS A PUNK!
F…cK YOU HATERZZZZZZZZ!
THEEEEEEEEEE KING AINT GOING NOWHERE!!!!!!!!!!
MR ENTERTAINMENTTTTTTTTTTT IS BAAAAAAAAAAACKKKKKKKKKKK BABY
shanell brent
October 8, 2009 at 6:24 pm
LOVE IT LOVE IT IM READY TO SIGN THEM PAPERS
Rod
October 10, 2009 at 7:12 am
OOOOOOOOOOOH ..LORD….. 6 years ago this would have been a hit ,…. but
Not today…….. FYI.. guys the divorce is not final yet…………….. BOY Boo!!!!!! lol
but it is a good song but not a lead off single…
Joselyn
October 12, 2009 at 3:02 pm
I like it.
MJ
October 12, 2009 at 7:04 pm
I like…
Kelvin77
October 22, 2009 at 6:24 am
I completed a graduated degree, and work as a researcher now. ,
Ganry50
October 23, 2009 at 5:54 am
Somehow you are not showing any sceptic attituge towards the bullshit you read from the blogs of the deniers. ,