Shaggy, Samantha Cole - Luv Me, Luv Me (live) May 2026

The song is celebrated for its smooth blend of reggae and R&B, featuring a vocal interpolation of "Ooh Boy" by . Shaggy - Luv Me, Luv Me (ft. Janet Jackson) (2000)

: Shaggy performed the hit on the Honda Stage. Shaggy, Samantha Cole - Luv Me, Luv Me (Live)

Decades later, the song remains a staple of their live performances. Samantha Cole has noted that the audience still "goes wild" whenever they perform it together, such as during a guest appearance at Shaggy's concert in . Notable live performances include: The song is celebrated for its smooth blend

When Shaggy prepared to release his diamond-selling album Hot Shot in 2000, he wanted to include the song. However, Jackson’s label, Virgin Records, to her vocals. Determined to keep the track on the album, Shaggy reached out to singer Samantha Cole to re-record the female lead. This new version became the definitive hit that fans recognize today. A Lasting Live Legacy Decades later, the song remains a staple of