: The chorus warns other men that neglecting their partners leads to a breakdown in trust, symbolized by "finding numbers in her purse" or her "playing little games".
: Jaheim lists distractions—from work and "All-Star Weekend" to street life—that caused him to neglect his relationship. Jaheim - Put That Woman First Warner Records
"Put That Woman First" by , released under Warner Records in 2003, is widely considered a definitive R&B anthem of the early 2000s. As the lead single from his platinum sophomore album, Still Ghetto , the track peaked at #20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #5 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Musical Composition and Sampling : The chorus warns other men that neglecting
The song’s foundation is a prominent sample of William Bell ’s 1968 classic, "". This soulful backdrop, produced by KayGee and Dinky Bingham , complements Jaheim’s gritty yet smooth vocal delivery, which critics and fans often compare to the lineage of soul legends like Teddy Pendergrass. Lyrical Themes and Message As the lead single from his platinum sophomore
