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.
Youll Just Never Know
702 Lyrics
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That one day, you'd look around
And I just wouldn't be there
So, I hear you're leavin'?
Please, don't go
I wanna make it right
You know, 'cause tomorrow is just not promised
You never know what tomorrow holds
To put it off till tomorrow (Stay), today
Make it last (Make it last)
Always
Always
My pride, my destiny
I find a peace of mind when you're next to me
You changed my darkest hour, with the gleam from your eye
Simply smilin' only, makes my life complete
So, what's the use in fussin' and fightin', when
If you ever leave me, I would be so weak?
Oh baby, please understand
When I go to sleep at night, I wanna know that everything is alright
You never know
You just never know (Ooh)
To put it off till tomorrow, today
Make it last forever (Ooh)
Forever and always (Oh, oh)
You just never know
Don't put it off till tomorrow, today
Make it last forever (Mmm)
And ever, forever
Forever and always
And I'm makin' sure that every time you're round me
You're recreating sweet, brand-new memories
Can't let these silly changes aggravate the love in me
Just for a moment, you can concentrate on me
Through slow dances in parking lots
And through hugs and kisses in the restaurant (In the restaurant)
Oh baby, you can't let the sun go down before you let me know
You're lovin' me, 'cause you never know
You just never know (Know)
To put it off till tomorrow, today (Tomorrow, today)
Make it last forever
Forever and always (You, you)
You just never know (Ooh)
Don't put it off till tomorrow, today (Baby, today)
Make it last forever
And ever, forever (Forever, yeah)
Forever and always (Yeah, yeah-yeah)
I can't imagine one day without you (Day without you)
Don't ever let it cross your mind whatever you do
Nothing else really matters to me
I'm gonna keep lovin' you every minute
You just never know
To put it off till tomorrow, today
Make it last forever (Mm-hmm)
Forever and always (Mm-hmm, forever)
You just never know (You never know, no)
Don't put it off till tomorrow, today (Don't you wait, don't you wait)
Make it last forever (Ever)
And ever, forever (And ever, oh)
Forever and always
You just never know
To put it off till tomorrow, today (Tomorrow, today)
Make it last forever
Forever and always (Oh-whoo-oh, no)
You just never know (You're never gonna know)
Don't put it off till tomorrow, today (Don't do it)
Make it last forever (Forever)
And ever, forever
Forever and always
In the song "You'll Just Never Know" by 702, the lyrics convey a sense of urgency and the importance of cherishing a relationship before it's too late. The song starts off with the realization that the singer's partner is about to leave, and they plea for them to stay and make things right. The lyrics emphasize the uncertainty of the future and the need to appreciate and nurture the relationship in the present moment because tomorrow is not guaranteed.
The second paragraph expresses the deep attachment and reliance the singer has on their partner. They find solace and a sense of completeness when their partner is by their side. The partner has brought light into their life and changed their darkest moments. The lyrics suggest that the singer is willing to put aside any arguments or fights to maintain the relationship and avoid the weakness that would come with their partner leaving. They express a desire for reassurance and the need to feel that everything is alright before they go to sleep at night.
The third paragraph highlights the importance of creating lasting memories and concentrating on the love between the couple. The singer mentions slow dances in parking lots and affectionate gestures in a restaurant as examples of moments that strengthen their bond. They fear letting the sun go down without knowing if their partner truly loves them. The lyrics stress the idea that love should not be taken for granted and that it is essential to show affection and care continuously.
The final paragraph reaffirms the singer's unwavering commitment to their partner. They express their inability to imagine a day without their partner and urge them not to ever consider leaving. The lyrics suggest that nothing else in life matters as much as their relationship, and they pledge to love their partner every minute. The repetition of the phrase "You just never know" reinforces the idea of the unpredictability of life and emphasizes the need to make the most of every moment in the relationship.
Overall, "You'll Just Never Know" captures the fear of losing someone and the desire to make every second count. The lyrics serve as a reminder to appreciate and nurture relationships while they last because tomorrow is uncertain. It conveys the message that love should not be taken for granted, and efforts should be made to create lasting memories and strengthen the bond between partners.
Line by Line Meaning
I bet you never imagined
You probably never expected
That one day, you'd look around
In the future, when you take a moment to observe your surroundings
And I just wouldn't be there
You will realize that I am no longer present
So, I hear you're leavin'?
I've heard rumors that you are planning to depart
Please, don't go
I plead with you not to leave
I wanna make it right
I desire to rectify any issues
You know, 'cause tomorrow is just not promised
Because we cannot guarantee what will happen in the future
You never know what tomorrow holds
We cannot predict the events of the following day
You just never know
We simply can't be certain
To put it off till tomorrow (Stay), today
Delaying action until the next day is not wise; we should take action now
Make it last (Make it last)
Ensure that our connection endures
Always
Forever
My pride, my destiny
You are my source of pride and the ultimate goal I strive for
I find a peace of mind when you're next to me
I attain a state of tranquility when you are by my side
You changed my darkest hour, with the gleam from your eye
Your presence and the hope in your eyes brought light into my darkest moments
Simply smilin' only, makes my life complete
Just the act of seeing you smile brings fulfillment to my existence
So, what's the use in fussin' and fightin', when
There is no point in arguing and quarreling if
If you ever leave me, I would be so weak?
I would become emotionally vulnerable if you were to ever abandon me
Oh baby, please understand
Darling, I implore you to comprehend
When I go to sleep at night, I wanna know that everything is alright
Before I fall asleep, I yearn for the assurance that all is well
You never know
We can never be sure
To put it off till tomorrow, today
Rather than postponing it until the next day, we should address it now
Make it last forever (Ooh)
Strive for a love that endures eternally
Forever and always (Oh, oh)
For an infinite amount of time, without exception
And I'm makin' sure that every time you're round me
I am diligent in ensuring that each time you are near me
You're recreating sweet, brand-new memories
We are building pleasant and fresh experiences together
Can't let these silly changes aggravate the love in me
We must not allow insignificant differences to disturb the love within me
Just for a moment, you can concentrate on me
For a short time, focus your attention solely on me
Through slow dances in parking lots
Engaging in unhurried dances in empty parking areas
And through hugs and kisses in the restaurant (In the restaurant)
And by embracing and kissing each other in the dining establishment
Oh baby, you can't let the sun go down before you let me know
Darling, you cannot allow the day to end without informing me
You're lovin' me, 'cause you never know
That you love me, since we can never be certain
You just never know (Know)
We simply cannot predict
To put it off till tomorrow, today (Tomorrow, today)
We should not delay it until the next day; take action now
Make it last forever
Strive for a love that endures eternally
Forever and always (You, you)
For an infinite amount of time, without exception
You just never know (Ooh)
We simply cannot be sure
Don't put it off till tomorrow, today (Baby, today)
Do not procrastinate, address it immediately
Make it last forever (Mmm)
Ensure that it endures eternally
And ever, forever
And for all eternity
Forever and always (Yeah, yeah-yeah)
For an infinite amount of time, without exception
I can't imagine one day without you (Day without you)
I cannot fathom a single day without you
Don't ever let it cross your mind whatever you do
Never allow the thought to appear in your mind, regardless of the circumstances
Nothing else really matters to me
Nothing else holds true importance to me
I'm gonna keep lovin' you every minute
I will continue to love you every single minute
You just never know
We simply cannot be certain
To put it off till tomorrow, today
We should not delay it until the next day; take action now
Make it last forever (Mm-hmm)
Strive for a love that endures eternally
Forever and always (Mm-hmm, forever)
For an infinite amount of time, without exception
You just never know (You never know, no)
We simply cannot be sure
Don't put it off till tomorrow, today (Don't you wait, don't you wait)
Do not procrastinate, address it immediately
Make it last forever (Ever)
Ensure that it endures eternally
And ever, forever (And ever, oh)
And for all eternity
Forever and always (Yeah, yeah-yeah)
For an infinite amount of time, without exception
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David L. Conley, Everett J. Benton, Everett L. Benton, Lamenga Kafi
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