When she was a freshman in college she befriended the aspiring rapper Dred Scott. This chance encounter led her to a collaboration on his 1994 A&M records release "Breaking Combs". Just one year later she and Dred wrote and recorded her debut self titled album on Capitol. A political shake up at Capitol landed Adriana and the record on RCA/Loud Records. The album was thought to be somewhat revolutionary. It was the first so called "Neo Soul record" at the time. The use of live instrumentation combined with the classic sound of Adriana's vocals took a lot of people off guard. When you think about the musical landscape in 1995, you understand that this album was extremely groundbreaking. It was completely devoid of the synthetic mechanical sounds and stacked vocal stylings of music from that era.
After the release of her first album she became disenchanted with the politics of music. She travelled the world finding an unlimited source of creative inspiration. She spent much of her time in Latin America feeling at home in the relaxed musically enriched environment. Brazil became a home away from home for her spiritually and musically. Upon her return to the US she began assembling her second record "Nomadic". This was a project that she and long-time collaborator "Dred Scott" really enjoyed. It is an eclectic reflection of her musical journey. "Nomadic" incorporates the sounds of Latin, rock, soul, jazz, blues and hip hop. It reflects the variety of manifestations of black music in the Americas. She states, "Africans came to North America, South America and the Caribbean via the slave trade and through some sort of alchemy turned pain into beauty. They gave the world their music!" "Nomadic" honors their remarkable contributions.
Her new CD, "El Camino" blends the familiar sounds of her first recording with the growth of her second CD. The musical emphasis of this work is based more on the soul tradition yet it still has eclectic elements that reflect Adriana's unique perspective. The title "El Camino" means the road or path in Spanish.
Suddenly
Adriana Evans Lyrics
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How did you see, honey?
How can this be, darling?
How didn't I see, honey?
How did you know, baby?
How did you see, honey?
How can this be, darling?
Suddenly all I love
Suddenly all I love
How far did I go, baby?
How much did you know, darling?
I suddenly see, honey
When it's no you and me, darling
Suddenly all I love
Suddenly all I love
Suddenly all I love
Suddenly all I love
The lyrics in Adriana Evans's song "Suddenly" appear to be a reflection on a romantic relationship that has ended. The singer questions how the other person was able to see the problems in the relationship before they did, and wonders how they didn't notice the signs. They acknowledge that now it is clear to them that the other person was right, and the relationship couldn't continue.
The repetition of the opening phrases "how did you know" and "how did you see" denotes a sense of confusion and surprise at the realization of the other person's emotional intelligence. The chorus with "suddenly all I love" points out how quickly things can change when a relationship breaks down. It could also be interpreted as a reference to the realization that the singer's love for the other person was not enough to sustain the relationship.
Overall, the lyrics in "Suddenly" express a sense of realization and acceptance that the relationship has ended and the other person was aware of the problems before the singer was.
Line by Line Meaning
How did you know, baby?
I'm surprised that you understood my feelings so well.
How did you see, honey?
I'm amazed that you noticed what I was feeling.
How can this be, darling?
I'm in disbelief that our love is real.
How didn't I see, honey?
I can't believe I didn't realize my true feelings sooner.
Suddenly all I love
All my love and attention is now focused on you.
Suddenly all I love
All my love and attention is now focused on you.
How far did I go, baby?
I wonder how long I'll continue to love you like this.
How much did you know, darling?
I'm curious how much you understood about my love for you.
I suddenly see, honey
I've come to a realization and now see my true feelings for you.
When it's no you and me, darling
Without you in my life, there's no love to be found.
Suddenly all I love
All my love and attention is now focused on you.
Suddenly all I love
All my love and attention is now focused on you.
Suddenly all I love
All my love and attention is now focused on you.
Suddenly all I love
All my love and attention is now focused on you.
Contributed by Andrew L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sinematic06
Yes we know Snoop sent you here. Better late than never. Welcome. She has more amazing music waiting for you to discover
@keithbarnes854
All-Time stepper classic
@venitahinton8167
❤still listening in 2024❤
@bigant763
I can’t get enough of this song. I just keep it on repeat. It’s so smooth and chill, relaxing and refreshing. They don’t make music like this anymore “classic”
@jenlyles124
this song is 8 years old and I just found it?!?!?! Like WHY?!?!?! This is a CERTIFIED JAM!!
@sherrietate5291
Well you 6mos earlier than me, lol.
@getminesallday24
I just found it myself thanks to west Oakland lil blood has a slapper wit this beat
@fendergraff6685
@@getminesallday24 haha same bro!! I had to look for the original after hearin lil blood
@leebutz4727
I just stumbled on this. 2021
@ceeceetracey9839
Go find some more of her stuff. Its all amazing.