Brown was a star football quarterback at Mount Vernon High School in New York, but rejected an athletic scholarship to the University of Iowa to pursue a music career. In 1987, Quincy Jones selected Brown as the first winner of the Sony Innovators Talent Search. Subsequently, Brown went on to work with Jones on several projects, most notably the platinum single "Secret Garden" from Jones' double platinum album Back on the Block. On this recording, Brown was one of a quartet with Barry White, El DeBarge, and James Ingram.
His debut album from 1988, In Effect Mode, sold more than two million copies, topping the Billboard R&B chart for seven straight weeks. The album included his memorable single "Nite and Day", which topped the R&B singles chart and reached #7 on the Billboard Hot 100. He received numerous Grammy and American Music Award (AMA) nominations, and won an AMA for Best New R&B Artist. He also received several Soul Train Award nominations, and won the award for Best New Artist. He also won several New York Music Awards. In addition, Al's 900 phone line was third in generating revenue, following those for New Kids on the Block and Run-DMC.
As a writer and producer, Brown introduced the multi-platinum group Jodeci and teen R&B performer Tevin Campbell (also one of Quincy Jones's former protégés), as well as Faith Evans, Dave Hollister, Case, and Usher to the music scene.
On June 23, 2009, Al released his fourth studio album, Honey I'm Home. It features the hit song, "I Love It (Papi Aye Aye Aye)." The single peaked at #77 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart and at #22 Adult R&B.
Die For You
Al B. Sure! Lyrics
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History ain’t exactly screaming morality
They might make us death proof but there ain’t no overtime
Got you working 9 to life in a space food diner
Trying to fight the pang of purpose, trying to find a way to focus
Trying to write your magnum opus, hoping for a swarm of locusts
Abandon superficial, the future’s overlapping
The only thing left is to be kind and to be happy
I hope you die as happy as you are today
I hope to die as happy as you are today
I hope the light inside you never fades to blue
I hope you keep your smile find something nice to do
I hope you get as much love as you give away
I hope you die as happy as you are today
Autonomy economy need you sucking their spoon
They got plans for the first fast food fortune on Neptune
Franchise french fries and schweppes syrup lagoon
Put a banner between planets for the BIG KAHUNA
If the sequence makes you chuckle better tighten up your buckle
When the Earth’s long gone you’ll still be slinging honey suckle
Abandon superficial, the future’s overlapping
The only thing left is to be kind and to be happy
I hope you die, I hope you die
I hope you die as happy as you are today
I hope to die as happy as you are today
I hope the light inside you never fades to blue
I hope you keep your smile find something nice to do
I hope you get as much love as you give away
I hope to die as happy as you are today
I hope to die as happy as you are today
I hope to die as happy as you are today
Al B. Sure!'s song "Die For You" is a heartrending love ballad about being there for someone you love no matter what they are going through. The song starts with the question of who someone is when they are alone in their house and the lights are off. The lyrics imply that this person could be hiding or keeping secrets. Nevertheless, the singer reassures this person that he is there for them, and they need not hide from him. The lyrics also suggest that the person is going through a tough time, and the singer wants to help them make it through.
The chorus declares, "I'm standing for you, Here I am right by your side/ I'm here to help you make it through the night/I love you, and I want you to know/Give me your faith, and I won't let you go." This is an assurance that the singer is there, and he will not let go of the person he loves. The song continues with the singer asking the person to follow him if they feel lonely or hurt inside.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is a source of comfort and guidance, and he will show the person a better way if they are tired of living their life from day to day. The song's message is poignant and encouraging, highlighting the importance of supporting the people we love through their tough times.
Line by Line Meaning
In your house when no one's around
When you are alone in your house
In secret who are you now
What is your true self, your true identity when you are alone?
When the lights go down who comes out
When it's dark, who do you become?
Who are you now that it's dark
What is your true self when it is nighttime?
Why are you still trying to hide from me
Why are you still hiding your true self from me?
There's nowhere you can go where I won't be
I will always be with you no matter where you go.
I'll send My angels to look after you
I will protect you by sending my angels.
If you turn to me I will see you through
If you come to me, I will help you and guide you.
I'm standing for you, Here I am right by your side
I am standing up for you and supporting you, I am right here beside you.
I'm here to help you make it through the night
I am here to help you get through the difficult times.
I love you and I want you to know
I have love for you and I want you to be aware of it.
Give me your faith and I won't let you go
If you trust in me, I will not abandon you.
If you're lonely and you're hurting inside
If you are feeling lonely and sad inside
You can follow me and I'll be your guide
You can come to me and I will guide you.
If you're tired of living your life from day to day
If you are tired of the monotony of everyday life.
I'll give you a reason and I'll show you a better way
I will provide you with a purpose and guide you to a better path.
I love you - I will see you through
I have love for you and I will help you through the difficult times.
I'm standing - here for you
I am here to support you.
I'm praying - that you'll make it through
I am praying for you and hoping that you will overcome any obstacles.
I love you - I believe in you
I have love for you and I have faith in you.
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Written by: Dougal Shaw
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