"Next to You" is the third single from Houston rapper Mike Jones second studio album, The Voice. It was produced by J.R. Rotem and features uncredited background vocals from R&B singer Nae Nae.
It was first released on Mike Jones' MySpace profile, and was then released on Amazon and iTunes on December 2, 2008.
Music video Mr. Boomtown directed the music video for the song. The girl in the song is often confused with American-singer/actress Ashanti, however it is not. Mike Jones had stated that it is a singer signed to his label and her name is Nae Nae. He also said she is in the music video to show the fans that it is not Ashanti.
Charts Chart (2008–2009) Peakposition US Pop 100 (Billboard) 65
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Release history +Release dates and formats for "Next to You" Region Date Format Label(s) United States March 10, 2009 Mainstream airplay Warner Bros.
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