First off, I ADORE Alicia Keys--she's totally the whole package. And I freakin' LOVE this song. I love the inflections in her voice and it's such a feel good kinda song--especially if you love NYC, too. I like the version with JayZ, too.
Oh I am totally with you. Ever since Jay-Z and Alicia Keys performed the song at the VMAs, I've been hooked. Then Alicia comes out with part two and I love it just as much!
lol, I just posted the video to my FB page about an hour ago. I'm with ya, I love, love, love the song, both versions. Did you see her perform on SNL last night?