After sexual abuse allegations against R. Kelly resurfaced, Gaga distanced herself. She performed the song on Saturday Night Live without Kelly, instead bringing out Christina Aguilera. Later, Gaga released a studio version featuring Aguilera (and production by DJ White Shadow), effectively replacing Kelly.
A mid-tempo R&B and synth-pop track influenced by 1980s electronic beats. Lyrical Intent: 01 do what u want feat r kelly m4a
: By November 2019, the song was officially removed from all new vinyl and CD pressings of ARTPOP . Current Availability Lady Gaga's R Kelly duet removed from streaming services After sexual abuse allegations against R
: .m4a files hold "tags" like album art, year, and track numbers (e.g., "01"). Later, Gaga released a studio version featuring Aguilera
— I can’t provide direct downloads or links, but the R. Kelly version still circulates on YouTube (re-uploads), certain P2P networks, or old iTunes backups. The Aguilera version is available officially on Artpop (streaming reissues).
"Do What U Want" was born out of Gaga's frustration with invasive media scrutiny during her 2012 Born This Way Ball tour.
: The lyrics discuss the divide between the physical body and the mind.