Eric Roberson ft. Najee x JayShawn Champion
"Over You Under"
​“Over You Under You” is a smooth, emotionally rich R&B track where Eric Roberson blends soulful storytelling with warm, layered production. With heartfelt vocals and intimate lyricism, the song explores the tension between moving on and holding on—delivering classic Roberson soul with a modern touch.
​Caught in the Crossfire: Eric Roberson Gets Emotionally Tangled on “Over You Under You”
Song Overview​
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Title: Over You Under You
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Artist: Eric Roberson
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Album: Coming Soon
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Genre: R&B
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Producer: N/A
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Label: N/A
Few artists know how to narrate the highs and lows of love like Eric Roberson. A stalwart of independent soul, Roberson returns with “Over You Under You,” a deeply felt slow jam that explores the emotional limbo of letting go while still being tethered to someone’s presence—in body, memory, and heart.
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Built on Roberson’s signature blend of soulful instrumentation and confessional lyricism, the track is an introspective slow-burn. Smooth keys, restrained percussion, and ambient textures create a warm, almost dreamlike atmosphere—perfectly setting the stage for the emotional tightrope he walks in the lyrics.
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The song’s title, “Over You Under You,” sets up the central tension: the mind says move on, the heart says not yet, and the body? Well, it never quite got the message. This duality—of healing and longing simultaneously—comes through in every verse. Roberson sings, “I’m getting over you, but I’m still under you,” capturing the kind of emotional contradiction that feels all too real for anyone who’s tried to love themselves back to wholeness after a breakup.
​​His vocal delivery is textured, sincere, and full of nuance—never overly dramatic, but rich with quiet intensity. There's a conversational tone to his phrasing that makes you feel like he's confiding in you alone. It’s storytelling through soul, a trait Roberson has refined over two decades of consistent, heartfelt music.
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Unlike many modern R&B tracks that chase trends, “Over You Under You” embraces a timeless sound, grounded in authenticity and lived experience. It doesn’t rush; it simmers. The production gives space for reflection, while subtle harmonies and layered arrangements keep the track sonically rich without overshadowing the message.
For longtime fans, this song is vintage Roberson—soulful, smart, and emotionally grounded. For new listeners, it’s a perfect entry point into an artist who’s built his career not on chart-toppers, but on truth-telling and consistency.
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Verdict:
A beautifully restrained and honest meditation on emotional contradiction. “Over You Under You” reminds us that healing isn’t linear—and Eric Roberson is still one of the best voices to help us navigate the mess of it all.
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