“Need U (100%)” by Duke Dumont
“Need U (100%)” is a dance hit by English DJ Duke Dumont. The song officially features the vocals of fellow British artist KABBA. Throughout the song, we basically find the singer (KABBA) telling her new lover certain very crucial things she would need from them in order to make the relationship work.
Her demands range from her lover calling her “every day and night” to treating her right and giving their all to her when they get intimate at night.
The demands don’t end there! She goes on to say that her lover’s friends have to know about her place in their life.
Ultimately, she wants her partner to give her a 100% of themselves. If they are unable to give their 100% to her, then it is very likely the relationship is not going to work. This is obviously where the song’s title (“Need U (100%)”) comes from.
“Need U (100%)” Facts
Primary Artist(s): Duke Dumont
Featured Artist(s): KABBA
When was “Need U (100%)” released?
On January 14 of 2013 this song was released as a non-album single.
Credits
The song was written by Duke Dumont himself with assistance from KABBA and MNEK (Uzoechi Emenike).
Being a professional music producer, Duke produced “Need U” with assistance from Tommy Forrest.
Grammy Nominations
It was nominated for the award, “Best Dance Recording” at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards in 2014. The following songs also gained nominations:
- Calvin Harris and Florence Welch’s “Sweet Nothing”
- Kaskade’s “Atmosphere”
- Armin Van Buuren and Trevor Guthrie’s “This Is What It Feels Like”
- Zedd and Foxes’ “Clarity”
Zedd’s “Clarity” ended up taking home the award.
Did “Need U (100%)” chart?
Yes. This song enjoyed global chart success. It was particularly successful in the UK, where it succeeded to reach the enviable position of number one on the UK Singles chart. It also scored a number 1 in Scotland. On Billboard’s Dance Club Songs chart in the United States, it also hit the number 1 spot.
Who is KABBA?
Born Aminata Kabba, KABBA is a British singer and songwriter. That said, it should be noted that KABBA was actually born in the African nation of Sierra Leone. She began her professional career in 2010 after being signed to Future Records – a label owned by Gary Barlow of Take That fame.
At the initial stages of her career, she went under the stage name A*M*E. This is why on Duke Dummont’s “Need U (100%)” she is officially credited as A*M*E.
As a songwriter, KABBA has co-written songs with a number of big names in the industry, including Scottish singer Emeli Sandé. She’s also worked with British DJ and producer Naughty Boy.
To date, “Need U (100%)” is her most successful work.
