Devante Swing Convinced K-Ci To Record “Freek’n You” With Naked Women in the Studio After K-Ci Said He Couldn’t Do the Song for Religious Reasons

Behind every iconic R&B hit is a story — and when it comes to Jodeci, the stories are as wild, creative, and unforgettable as the music itself. One of the most surprising tales comes from the making of their classic 1995 single “Freek’n You.”

According to industry insiders and those close to the group, K-Ci originally didn't want to record “Freek’n You” because of his deep religious upbringing. The lyrics, drenched in sensuality and unapologetic intimacy, conflicted with the values he was raised with in church. K-Ci reportedly told the group’s producer and creative mastermind DeVante Swing that he couldn't bring himself to sing a song that explicit.

But DeVante Swing — known for his genius, his intense creative methods, and his ability to pull the best out of his artists — wasn’t taking no for an answer.

To get K-Ci in the right mindset, DeVante created an atmosphere that pushed boundaries in true Jodeci fashion. He allegedly brought naked women into the studio, letting their presence loosen the mood and break the tension. The goal was simple: remove the mental block and redirect K-Ci’s focus toward the sensual energy the song demanded.

And it worked.

With the provocative environment surrounding him, K-Ci eventually stepped to the mic and delivered the now-legendary vocals that helped turn “Freek’n You” into one of Jodeci’s biggest hits. The song went on to define an era of R&B — sultry, raw, and fearless.

This story is a window into the creative world of Jodeci: a blend of church roots, street edge, and emotional intensity that made them one of the most influential R&B groups of all time. It also shows how far DeVante Swing was willing to go to bring a vision to life — and how K-Ci, despite his hesitations, pushed through to create a timeless classic.

Nearly three decades later, “Freek’n You” still stands as one of the most sensual and iconic R&B records ever made — and the behind-the-scenes story makes it even more unforgettable.