Wanna Know (audio) | Joe I

: Written by Joe alongside Jolyon Skinner and Michele Williams, the "slow jam" was produced by Joe and Tony Nicholas, with additional credits to Timmy Allen.

Released in late 1999 as the lead single for his landmark album My Name Is Joe , remains the definitive anthem of American R&B singer Joe . The song is celebrated for its smooth production and a heartfelt message of vulnerability, as Joe explores a deep desire to truly understand and love a partner the right way. The Story Behind the Sound Joe I Wanna Know (Audio)

: Directed by Bille Woodruff and starring Claudia Jordan, the Official Music Video tells a story of Joe rescuing a woman from a toxic relationship, reinforcing the song’s themes of empathy and commitment. Joe - I Wanna Know (Official Video) : Written by Joe alongside Jolyon Skinner and

: Producer Tony Nicholas revealed in an interview with YouKnowIGotSoul that he originally began working with Joe as a favor to a manager, helping the artist turn in music after he had fallen behind on his recordings. Chart Dominance and Legacy The Story Behind the Sound : Directed by

"I Wanna Know" propelled Joe to international stardom, marking his highest-ever peak on the mainstream charts.

: It climbed to number four on the Billboard Hot 100 and held the number one spot on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart for eight consecutive weeks.