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.
Touch You
Al B. Sure! Lyrics
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(Let me love your body down)
I didn't touch you then
But I want to touch you now
Touch you, oh baby let me touch you
Tonight touch you, touch you right now
Tonight touch you yeah
Can my love for you stand the test of time
We'll see if it's just pleasures of the mind
(Pleasures of the mind)
Is it physical, I'm so young
So naive girl, these are new waters
And I hope they're not too deep for me
If I taste your love I hope you'll understand
(Hope you'll understand)
That my consciousness of life is more than just a man
In my secret place of love we can make so much love
And no one is the wiser but our hearts believe
That when I touch
You're more than just a flower and you'll grow into a tree
It's more than making love it's sweet harmony
And the way that I touch you, run my tongue down your spine
Ooh you'll never want another lover, you'll always be mine
And you'll treasure when I touch you, won't you
Break it down (oh)
Can you feel it? 'Cause I can yeah
Let us climb together so slow, so slow
Won't you hold me, let me squeeze you
Don't you tease me (touch you) let me touch you baby
All night long (baby let me touch you)
Tonight touch you, touch you right now!
Won't you (tonight) hold me, let me squeeze you
Don't you tease me (touch you) let me touch you baby
All night long (baby let me touch you)
Tonight touch you, touch you right now
The lyrics to Al B. Sure!'s "Touch You" are an expression of the artist's desire for physical intimacy with someone he has known for a long time. He references a past event, likely a conversation or encounter, that occurred in a garden where he did not touch the woman in question. However, he now expresses his desire to do so, singing "touch you, oh baby let me touch you tonight." He expresses some concern over whether their relationship can withstand the test of time, indicating that he hopes their connection is more than just physical pleasure. He also acknowledges his youth and the uncertainty he feels, stating "these are new waters, and I hope they're not too deep for me."
Throughout the song, Al B. Sure! emphasizes the importance of physical touch in expressing love and affection for another person. He describes how he wants to make love, but also emphasizes the emotional connection that comes with physical intimacy. He believes that their love for each other can grow and mature, even likening the woman to a flower that will eventually grow into a tree. The final lines of the song express the idea that their love will endure, with the woman treasuring the moments when he touches her.
Overall, the lyrics to "Touch You" convey a deep desire for physical intimacy and a belief in the power of touch to express love and affection. Al B. Sure! emphasizes the importance of emotional connection and a strong relationship to accompany physical pleasure.
Line by Line Meaning
Say lady remember that night in the garden
I recall our moment in the garden
(Let me love your body down)
I want to make love to your body
I didn't touch you then
I didn't physically express my love for you back then
But I want to touch you now
But now, I want to make physical contact with you
Touch you, oh baby let me touch you
Let me touch you, my dear
Tonight touch you, touch you right now
Let us have physical contact tonight
Tonight touch you yeah
Tonight, I want to touch you
Tonight touch you touch you right now
Tonight, I want to make physical contact with you right now
Can my love for you stand the test of time
Will my love for you last forever?
We'll see if it's just pleasures of the mind
I need to know if my feelings are just in my head
(Pleasures of the mind)
It could just be an illusion
Is it physical, I'm so young
Am I only attracted to you physically? I am inexperienced
So naive girl, these are new waters
I am inexperienced and unsure what to do
And I hope they're not too deep for me
I hope I am ready for the responsibility of making love
If I taste your love I hope you'll understand
If we make love, I hope you understand the depth of my feelings for you
(Hope you'll understand)
I hope you comprehend the love I have for you
That my consciousness of life is more than just a man
I believe my value as a person extends beyond my gender
In my secret place of love we can make so much love
In our private moments together, we can express our love physically
And no one is the wiser but our hearts believe
Nobody else knows about our relationship, but our hearts are convinced of our love
That when I touch
When I touch you
You're more than just a flower and you'll grow into a tree
You are more than just a temporary fling, our love will grow and blossom
It's more than making love it's sweet harmony
Our love goes beyond the physical, it's the harmonious connection of our spirits
And the way that I touch you, run my tongue down your spine
The way I touch you, exploring your body with my lips, is an expression of true affection
Ooh you'll never want another lover, you'll always be mine
My love and touch will be enough for you, you will never desire another partner
And you'll treasure when I touch you, won't you
You will appreciate and value my touch
Break it down (oh)
Let's get intimate
Can you feel it? 'Cause I can yeah
Are you feeling what I am feeling right now?
Let us climb together so slow, so slow
Let's take our time and enjoy this moment together
Won't you hold me, let me squeeze you
Can I hold and embrace you?
Don't you tease me (touch you) let me touch you baby
Stop teasing me, let me touch you
All night long (baby let me touch you)
All night long, let me touch you
Tonight touch you, touch you right now!
Tonight, I want to make physical contact with you immediately
Won't you (tonight) hold me, let me squeeze you
Can I hold and embrace you tonight?
Don't you tease me (touch you) let me touch you baby
Stop teasing me, let me touch you
All night long (baby let me touch you)
All night long, let me touch you
Tonight touch you, touch you right now!
Tonight, I want to make physical contact with you immediately
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALBERT JOSEPH III BROWN, DONALD DEGRATE, DONALD EARLE DE GRATE
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