In Las Vegas, sisters LeMisha and Irish Grinstead, and their friend Kameelah Williams, were students at the Las Vegas Academy of Performing Arts. Irish, her twin sister Orish, and LeMisha occasionally sang in the lobby of Caesars Palace where they were discovered by actor/comedian Sinbad. He visited their home in order to convince their parents to send the trio to Atlanta for a convention and music competition. Though the girls missed the deadline for entry, Sinbad used his name to get them in.[1] "Sweeta than Suga," as they were then called (Sinbad suggested the name), came in second in the competition. As the convention was nearing a close, they met Michael Bivins (of New Edition and Bell Biv DeVoe) who agreed to work with the sisters. They were briefly joined by their cousin Amelia Childs. After they made their recorded debut on Subway's hit single "This Lil' Game We Play", Amelia dropped out of the group[1] and was replaced by Kameelah Williams. After recording a few demos as a quartet including "Steelo", and "Get It Together", Orish decided to leave the group (even though her vocals appear on the first album). Bivins continued to work with different producers and songwriters to get the right feel for their first album. The reconfigured group was christened "702," which is Las Vegas' area code, a name which bivens suggested. [1]
702 was discovered by Michael Bivins of New Edition and made their recorded debut on Subway's hit single "This Lil' Game We Play". Missy Elliott wrote and co-produced four songs from their first album, No Doubt, including "Steelo". The remix of "Steelo" was the first major solo production credit for Elliott's main collaborator Timbaland. "Steelo" was later used, with altered lyrics, as the theme song to the Nickelodeon television show Cousin Skeeter.
Elliott crafted two more songs for 702, their second album, the top 5 hit "Where My Girls At" and "You Don't Know". No Doubt won a Lady Of Soul Soul Train Award for "Best R&B/Soul or Rap Album Of The Year by A Group Band Or Duo". The group split after the poor sales of their album 'Star' and lack of promotion from Motown.
Kameelah now sings backup for the likes of Faith Evans and Macy Gray. She has been working on her solo project for a while, releasing a number of singles including the duet with Musiq Soulchild “Give It to You” and her recent release “Think About Me”. Irish was the only group member to act, as she co-starred in The Brewster Project in early 2004.
Orish, twin sister of Irish, died of kidney failure on Sunday April 20, 2008 at age 27. She was part of the original lineup (pre-No Doubt) and filled in for Misha during her pregnancy.
He Rules
702 Lyrics
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Little rules, little rules
He's as cute as can be
Sharp as a tack
He's a brother like no other
And he's all that
He rules
Little rules, little rules
If you know what I mean
He's s charismatic addict
And as fly as can be
Nobody's ever been down for me like him
He calls the shots every where he goes
He's the kind of mouse everybody wants to know
I know you think I'm crazy
But he's my blood, my blood
You cats better not mess with us
Unless you want to get roughed up
He rules
Little rules, little rules
He's as cute as can be
Sharp as a tack
He's a brother like no other
And he's all that
He rules
Little rules, little rules
He's got plenty of cheese
If you know what I mean
He's s charismatic addict
And as fly as can be
We keep it all in the family
That's how we do (how we do, uh)
He never leaves my side no matter where I go
He's a brother I always wanted and more
Sometimes we just act crazy
'Cause we're just kids, just kids
He'll do anything I ask him to
And he don't even care what it is, yeah, yeah
He rules
Little rules, little rules
He's as cute as can be
Sharp as a tack
He's a brother like no other
And he's all that
He rules
Little rules, little rules
He's got plenty of cheese
If you know what I mean
He's s charismatic addict
And as fly as can be
Little has the world in the palm in his hands, ooh
He can do no wrong in their eyes
Everybody needs a Stuart Little, yeah
He'll have you laughing all the time
Uh, uh, uh, uh
Say Stuart
(Stuart Little, Little, Little)
Say Stuart
(Stuart Little, Little, Little)
Can you hear me say Stuart?
On the right say Stuart
On the left say Stuart
In the middle say Stuart
Come on Little Stuart come on whoo!
He rules
Little rules, little rules
He's as cute as can be
Sharp as a tack
He's a brother like no other
And he's all that
He rules
Little rules, little rules
He's got plenty of cheese
If you know what I mean
He's s charismatic addict
And as fly as can be
Stuart Little, Stuart Little
The lyrics to 702's song "He Rules" depict a strong and loyal bond between two individuals, with one being referred to as Stuart Little throughout the song. The repeated phrase "He rules" emphasizes his authority and influence in their relationship. The initial verses describe Stuart as cute, charismatic, and financially well-off ("He's got plenty of cheese"), highlighting his attractive qualities and charm. The mention of him being "as fly as can be" further establishes Stuart as a smooth and impressive character.
The lyrics also suggest that Stuart is a protective figure, as he is described as always being by the singer's side and willing to do anything for them. This loyalty is showcased in phrases like "He never leaves my side no matter where I go" and "He'll do anything I ask him to." The lyrics convey a sense of admiration and gratitude towards Stuart, portraying him as a reliable and supportive companion who can be counted on in any situation.
The song touches on the idea of a close-knit relationship, with the singer and Stuart being portrayed as a united front against outsiders. The warning "You cats better not mess with us / Unless you want to get roughed up" suggests a sense of protectiveness and unity between the two characters. The lyrics also mention keeping things within the family, indicating a sense of exclusivity and loyalty shared between the singer and Stuart.
Overall, the lyrics of "He Rules" celebrate the strength of the bond between the singer and Stuart Little. The repeated affirmations of his importance and influence, as well as the portrayal of their close and supportive relationship, paint a picture of a dynamic duo who have each other's backs no matter what. The song captures the essence of loyalty, trust, and companionship in a playful and catchy manner.
Line by Line Meaning
He rules
Little has the world in the palm in his hands, ooh
Little rules, little rules
He can do no wrong in their eyes
He's as cute as can be
Everybody needs a Stuart Little, yeah
Sharp as a tack
He'll have you laughing all the time
He's a brother like no other
Uh, uh, uh, uh
And he's all that
Say Stuart
He's got plenty of cheese
Can you hear me say Stuart?
If you know what I mean
On the right say Stuart
He's s charismatic addict
On the left say Stuart
And as fly as can be
In the middle say Stuart
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRIS JENNINGS, ERIC JOHNSON, NICOLE RENEE, KEN ROSS
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