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Man I Need
2025 single by Olivia Dean From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"Man I Need" is a song by English singer-songwriter Olivia Dean, released on 15 August 2025 as the third single from her second studio album, The Art of Loving.[1][2][3] The song became a worldwide success, peaking at number one in Belgium (Flanders), Iceland, Ireland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. It also peaked inside the top five in countries such as Australia, Denmark, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Switzerland. It also became her first chart entry in the United States, peaking at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.
A vinyl release is scheduled for 12 December 2025.[4]
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Background and release
Universal Music announced the single on 15 August 2025, positioning it as the third preview from Dean’s album The Art of Loving and confirming an accompanying music video.[5] Independent music media also reported the release and its placement within the album campaign.[6][7] Upon release, Dean said: "'Man I Need' is a song about knowing how you deserve to be loved and not being afraid to ask for it. It's forward, sexy, fun. It's made for dancing."[1]
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Lyrics and meaning
In interviews and label materials, Olivia Dean described "Man I Need" as a song about knowing how you deserve to be loved and not being afraid to ask for it, adding that it was made for dancing.[5][8][9] Critics noted that the track's assertive lyrical appeal is carried by an upbeat, dance-oriented arrangement that blends elements of pop, R&B and gospel.[10]
Music video
The music video for "Man I Need" was released alongside the single and was directed by Jake Erland.[11] Coverage described a studio-lot setting in which set pieces rotate around Dean as different potential partners pass by, reinforcing the song’s lyrical request for clarity and connection.[12]
Track listing
Digital single
- "Man I Need" – 3:04
7" single (0602478163456)
- "Man I Need" (live ive At Brooklyn Paramount) – 3:04
- "Man I Need" (live ive At Brooklyn Paramount)
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