Shakedown (testing) or a shakedown cruise, a period of testing undergone by a ship, airplane or other craft before being declared operational
Extortion, a criminal act of coercion or intimidation for personal gain
Similar to raid, a colloquial term for a mostly spontaneous and particularly intensive inspection inside a prison, where an inmate is searched for contraband including clothing, body and cell.
Music
Shakedown (group), a music project, known for their one-hit wonder, "At Night"
Konvicted is the second studio album by hip hop and R&B Senegalese-American singer Akon. It was released in November 2006. The album features collaborations with Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Styles P and T-Pain. He went on to become Billboard’s Top Artist of 2007, the #2 Hot 100 Producer of the Year, and #2 Hot 100 Songwriter of the year after the album was released.
Growing Pains is the eighth studio album by American recording artist Mary J. Blige. An R&B album that was released on December 18, 2007 by Geffen Records. It debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200 selling 629,000 copies in its first week. Growing Pains was ranked #29 on Rolling Stone's list of the Top 50 Albums of 2007.
"Work That" was released as the second single on December 18, 2007 and managed to peak inside the top 20 of the BillboardHot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and number 65 in the Billboard Hot 100. The third official single "Stay Down" reached the top 40 R&B charts, and was chosen in favor of "Hurt Again", which was originally the third single, but eventually was only a radio single by receiving airplay in Spring 2008. Growing Pains was awarded the Best Contemporary R&B Album at the 51st Grammy Awards in February 2009.
Background
In an interview for Blues & Soul, Blige explained the significance of the album's title, stating:
Singles
"Just Fine" was released as the album's lead single on October 2, 2007. The single was the only single from the album which was released in multiple formats. The single peaked at #22 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #3 On the U.S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. In the UK, the song performed well peaking at #16 on the official chart. "Work That" was released as the album's second single on December 18, 2007. The single charted from digital downloads when the album was released, and eventually peaked at #65 on the Billboard Hot 100 but did become a top 20 hit on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. The song "Hurt Again" was supposed to be released as the official third single released from Growing Pains, but at the last minute was changed in the favor of "Stay Down". Between the loss of momentum from the album's first and second single and lack of promotion for the single, "Stay Down" did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100 chart; it peaked at #34 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart.
Mary Jane Blige (/ˈblaɪʒ/; born January 11, 1971) is an American singer, songwriter, model, record producer and actress. Starting her career as a background singer on Uptown Records in 1989, Blige released her first album, What's the 411?, in 1992, and has released 11 studio albums since and made over 150 guest appearances on other albums and soundtracks.
A recipient of nine Grammy Awards, in addition to receiving a record of thirty Grammy nominations, Blige is one of few entertainers in history to have eight or more albums to reach multi-platinum status. My Life, in particular, is considered among the greatest albums ever recorded according to Rolling Stone,Time, and Vibe. For her part in combining hip-hop and soul in the early-1990s and its subsequent commercial success, Blige received the Legends Award at the World Music Awards. Blige also received the Voice of Music Award from performance rights organization ASCAP, with its official Jeanie Weems stating that "[Blige's] music has been the voice of inspiration to women worldwide in both struggle and triumph." Blige made Time magazine's "Time 100" list of influential individuals around the world in 2007.
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Shake Down · Mary J. Blige · USHER
Growing Pains
℗ 2007 Geffen Records
Released on: 2007-01-01
Producer: C. "Tricky" Stewart
Producer: Jazze Pha
Composer Lyricist: Mary J. Blige
Composer Lyricist: Christopher Stewart
Composer Lyricist: Phalon Alexander
Composer Lyricist: Terius Nash
Composer Lyricist: U. Raymond
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published: 03 Aug 2018
Shake Down - Mary J Blige FT. Usher
From her New album ' Growing Pains'
published: 07 Dec 2007
Empire Cast - Shake Down (feat. Mary J. Blige and Terrence Howard) [Audio]
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Mary j blige Shake Down feat Usher
published: 11 May 2018
Mary J. Blige || Shakedown (Featuring Usher)
Song: Shakedown by Mary J. Blige featuring Usher
Video Features: Mary J Blige and Usher
Editing Software: Sony Vegas Pro 9
published: 27 Feb 2010
Mary J. Blige Featuring Usher and Terrence Howard - 'Shake Down' Mashup
It’s a smash up version of Mary J Blige song Shake Down from her 2007 album growing pains and the 2015 Empire tv show soundtrack Featuring Usher and Terrence Howard
published: 21 Jul 2024
Mary J. Blige - Need Love (feat. Usher) [Official Lyric Video]
The official lyric video for Mary J. Blige's "Need Love" featuring Usher from her album 'Good Morning Gorgeous' - Out Now!
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LYRICS
When you need l...
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
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Shake Down · Mary J. Blige · USHER
Growing Pains
℗ 2007 Geffen Records
Released on: 2007-01-01
Producer: C. "T...
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Shake Down · Mary J. Blige · USHER
Growing Pains
℗ 2007 Geffen Records
Released on: 2007-01-01
Producer: C. "Tricky" Stewart
Producer: Jazze Pha
Composer Lyricist: Mary J. Blige
Composer Lyricist: Christopher Stewart
Composer Lyricist: Phalon Alexander
Composer Lyricist: Terius Nash
Composer Lyricist: U. Raymond
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Shake Down · Mary J. Blige · USHER
Growing Pains
℗ 2007 Geffen Records
Released on: 2007-01-01
Producer: C. "Tricky" Stewart
Producer: Jazze Pha
Composer Lyricist: Mary J. Blige
Composer Lyricist: Christopher Stewart
Composer Lyricist: Phalon Alexander
Composer Lyricist: Terius Nash
Composer Lyricist: U. Raymond
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It’s a smash up version of Mary J Blige song Shake Down from her 2007 album growing pains and the 2015 Empire tv show soundtrack Featuring Usher and Terrence Ho...
It’s a smash up version of Mary J Blige song Shake Down from her 2007 album growing pains and the 2015 Empire tv show soundtrack Featuring Usher and Terrence Howard
It’s a smash up version of Mary J Blige song Shake Down from her 2007 album growing pains and the 2015 Empire tv show soundtrack Featuring Usher and Terrence Howard
The official lyric video for Mary J. Blige's "Need Love" featuring Usher from her album 'Good Morning Gorgeous' - Out Now!
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The official lyric video for Mary J. Blige's "Need Love" featuring Usher from her album 'Good Morning Gorgeous' - Out Now!
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LYRICS
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away
You can count on me
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though
Remind me how it feels waking up in a cloud of love
I’m looking for a tender touch (Oh)
But I’m a take my time, no rush
I like the way it feels to be free
It’s about time
I got options, I won’t lie
Don’t want you think my heart is cold
But I’ve been hurt before
And I just want someone to hold me close briefly
I need someone who knows
I’m not the one to be controlled
I may not stay, I may not go
Warning you now don’t get too close
Cause you gon; miss me every time that I go
But I’m a give you something that you can hold
I’ll stick around if you can play your role
And when you
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away
You can count on me
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though
It’s all good in the beginning
You’re a pretty girl and you think you’re winning
But when it wears off it’s a bad ending
Don’t mind holding you down if you keep a interest
I just want someone to hold me close briefly
I need someone who knows
I’m not the one to be controlled
I may not stay, I may not go
Warning you now don’t get too close
Cause you gon’ miss me every time that I go
I’m a give you something that you can hold
I’ll stick around if you play your role
And know that you
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away
You can count on me (Count on me)
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though (Real ones need love)
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away (Count on me, love)
You can count on me
You can count on me
You can count on me
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though
#MaryJBlige #NeedLove #Usher #GoodMorningGorgeous #LyricVideo
The official lyric video for Mary J. Blige's "Need Love" featuring Usher from her album 'Good Morning Gorgeous' - Out Now!
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Watch the official video: https://youtu.be/jr1CRMkBVs8
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LYRICS
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away
You can count on me
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though
Remind me how it feels waking up in a cloud of love
I’m looking for a tender touch (Oh)
But I’m a take my time, no rush
I like the way it feels to be free
It’s about time
I got options, I won’t lie
Don’t want you think my heart is cold
But I’ve been hurt before
And I just want someone to hold me close briefly
I need someone who knows
I’m not the one to be controlled
I may not stay, I may not go
Warning you now don’t get too close
Cause you gon; miss me every time that I go
But I’m a give you something that you can hold
I’ll stick around if you can play your role
And when you
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away
You can count on me
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though
It’s all good in the beginning
You’re a pretty girl and you think you’re winning
But when it wears off it’s a bad ending
Don’t mind holding you down if you keep a interest
I just want someone to hold me close briefly
I need someone who knows
I’m not the one to be controlled
I may not stay, I may not go
Warning you now don’t get too close
Cause you gon’ miss me every time that I go
I’m a give you something that you can hold
I’ll stick around if you play your role
And know that you
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away
You can count on me (Count on me)
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though (Real ones need love)
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away (Count on me, love)
You can count on me
You can count on me
You can count on me
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though
#MaryJBlige #NeedLove #Usher #GoodMorningGorgeous #LyricVideo
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
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Shake Down · Mary J. Blige · USHER
Growing Pains
℗ 2007 Geffen Records
Released on: 2007-01-01
Producer: C. "Tricky" Stewart
Producer: Jazze Pha
Composer Lyricist: Mary J. Blige
Composer Lyricist: Christopher Stewart
Composer Lyricist: Phalon Alexander
Composer Lyricist: Terius Nash
Composer Lyricist: U. Raymond
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It’s a smash up version of Mary J Blige song Shake Down from her 2007 album growing pains and the 2015 Empire tv show soundtrack Featuring Usher and Terrence Howard
The official lyric video for Mary J. Blige's "Need Love" featuring Usher from her album 'Good Morning Gorgeous' - Out Now!
Stream 'Good Morning Gorgeous': https://maryjblige.ffm.to/gmgalbum
Stream "Rent Money" on all platforms: https://maryjblige.ffm.to/rentmoney
Watch the official video: https://youtu.be/-mKntauDD_c
Stream "Good Morning Gorgeous" on all platforms: https://maryjblige.ffm.to/gmg_
Watch the official video: https://youtu.be/jr1CRMkBVs8
Stream "Amazing (feat. DJ Khaled)" on all platforms: https://maryjblige.ffm.to/amazing
Watch the official video: https://youtu.be/CRZig-WX_U8
Follow Mary:
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LYRICS
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away
You can count on me
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though
Remind me how it feels waking up in a cloud of love
I’m looking for a tender touch (Oh)
But I’m a take my time, no rush
I like the way it feels to be free
It’s about time
I got options, I won’t lie
Don’t want you think my heart is cold
But I’ve been hurt before
And I just want someone to hold me close briefly
I need someone who knows
I’m not the one to be controlled
I may not stay, I may not go
Warning you now don’t get too close
Cause you gon; miss me every time that I go
But I’m a give you something that you can hold
I’ll stick around if you can play your role
And when you
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away
You can count on me
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though
It’s all good in the beginning
You’re a pretty girl and you think you’re winning
But when it wears off it’s a bad ending
Don’t mind holding you down if you keep a interest
I just want someone to hold me close briefly
I need someone who knows
I’m not the one to be controlled
I may not stay, I may not go
Warning you now don’t get too close
Cause you gon’ miss me every time that I go
I’m a give you something that you can hold
I’ll stick around if you play your role
And know that you
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away
You can count on me (Count on me)
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though (Real ones need love)
When you need love you can count on me
When you need love I’m a call away (Count on me, love)
You can count on me
You can count on me
You can count on me
When you need love I’m here to stay (Stay, stay)
Stay, stay, stay
When you need love though
#MaryJBlige #NeedLove #Usher #GoodMorningGorgeous #LyricVideo
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
MARY J. BLIGE FEAT. USHER "SHAKEDOWN"
Shakedown (testing) or a shakedown cruise, a period of testing undergone by a ship, airplane or other craft before being declared operational
Extortion, a criminal act of coercion or intimidation for personal gain
Similar to raid, a colloquial term for a mostly spontaneous and particularly intensive inspection inside a prison, where an inmate is searched for contraband including clothing, body and cell.
Music
Shakedown (group), a music project, known for their one-hit wonder, "At Night"