Released in the UK on October 30, 1995, I Want U was the first single connected with Rosie Gaines' solo album Closer Than Close. The UK issue followed the song's earlier US release on May 9, 1995. Issued through Motown, the single appeared across several configurations and became particularly notable for the large number of alternate mixes created around the song. The 1995 campaign encompassed commercial CD and 12" editions alongside promotional pressings, with different comb