The song was written and produced by Boyz II Men member Nathan Morris.

[1] Released in October 1997, it was Uncle Sam's only hit on the US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number six in 1998.

The single was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on April 6, 1998.

Worldwide, the song peaked at number eight in New Zealand and reached the top 40 in Australia, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

The official music video for the song was directed by Christopher Erskin and Nathan Morris.