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Crazy In Love

Date: Jun 23 2003

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Beyonce Knowles is one of the hottest names in R&B. Her boyfriend Jay-Z is one of the biggest names in hip-hop. Together, they make up one of the most popular duos on the music scene. The first song they recorded together, called “Bonnie & Clyde,” was a huge hit. The follow up, “Crazy in Love,” is even bigger.
Read on to learn more about Beyonce, Jay-Z, and the crazy love they share.

Dialog

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The beautiful and talented Beyonce Knowles is part of the well known trio Destiny’s Child. She’s also has her own solo album and starred in the movie Austin Powers: Goldmember. She seems to have everything going for her. In addition to all her own success, she also has an extremely successful boyfriend.
Beyonce has been dating rapper Jay-Z for several months. Jay-Z is one of the wealthiest, most skilled and most popular rappers in the world. He has created a few of the most classic rap albums in history.
Beyonce and Jay-Z are a great couple, and they make great music together. “Crazy in Love” is a perfect example. Check out some of the lyrics:
I look and stare so deep in your eyes,
I touch on you more and more every time,
When you leave I’m begging you not to go,
Call your name two or three times in a row,
Such a funny thing for me to try to explain,
How I’m feeling and my pride is the one to blame.
‘Cause I know I don’t understand,
Just how your love can do what no one else can.

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Discussion

I’ve always been a Jay-Z fan. He’s got a great voice and great flow. My favorite songs of his have always been those that feature a female singer with a beautiful voice. His songs with Beyonce are right up there with his other hits, like “Can I Get a…” and “Big Pimpin’.”
If you’re into hip-hop and R&B, or if you just like pop music, you should definitely check out Beyonce and Jay-Z. Beyonce’s new album is good from top to bottom, and pretty much all of Jay-Z’s albums are worth having.
Rock on,
Migs