The lead single from Keyshia Cole's debut album, "The Way It Is" arrived as a stark, candid statement of intent in the R&B landscape of 2005. It presented Cole's signature blend of vulnerability and defiance, resonating with listeners who connected with its unvarnished portrayal of life's struggles.
- The song samples Bruce Hornsby and the Range's 1986 hit "The Way It Is".
- "The Way It Is" reached number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 2 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
- The single was certified platinum by the RIAA in 2005.
Keyshia Cole is a singer from Oakland, California, known for her raw, confessional R&B and soul music. "The Way It Is" marked her debut single, released ahead of her first album.
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