"For You" is a song by

Kenny Lattimore Kenny Lattimore (born April 10, 1970) is an American R&B singer known for his smooth, soulful voice and romantic ballads. He rose to prominence in the mid-1990s with the release of his self-titled album, '' Kenny Lattimore.'' Early life and ...

, issued as the third and final

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from his eponymous debut album. The song is his only hit to date on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, peaking at #33 in 1997. It was written by Kenny Lerum, and produced by Barry Eastmond. This single received a

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nomination for

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for the song at the

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, he lost to .

Music video

The official

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for the song was directed by Okuwah Garrett.

Charts

Weekly charts

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References

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* 1996 songs 1997 singles Columbia Records singles Kenny Lattimore songs Contemporary R&B ballads 1990s ballads {{1990s-R&B-song-stub