Alexander O'Neal (born November 14, 1953, in Natchez, Mississippi), was a m… Read Full Bio ↴Alexander O'Neal (born November 14, 1953, in Natchez, Mississippi), was a member of The Time when the group first formed in 1980. However, he was dropped immediately from the group, supposedly for seeming "too black". Three years later, he was able to get a record deal with Clearance Avant's Tabu Records As his vocals range in the same strength as Otis Redding's, O'Neal sings in the retro-style of soul when it comes to doing it in both the dance-pop numbers and modern, urban ballads. He is considered to be one of the very best artists that former, fellow Time members Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis had ever produced for. He did numerous duets with his labelmate singer Cherrelle, including hits "Saturday Love" and "Never Knew Love Like This". Currently, he resides in Britain where he's been touring and set up a permanent shop there.

FYI: Originally Alexander O'Neal was supposed to be the lead singer for The Time. For whatever reason Morris Day was used instead.

The 1985 self-titled release was filled with streamlined grooves, including the funk jam "Innocent". The song was a funky Jam/Lewis groove, featuring "The Secret"- (Monte Moir, Cherrelle, Jellybean Johnson, Jimmy Jam, and Terry Lewis). The song lasts for nearly 10 minutes, which consists of some exceptional guitar and keyboard solos, which also features the funk intermission of "Alex 9000". Alex's 1987 release, titled "Hearsay", includes the smash hit "Fake". "Fake" is arguably one of the best songs ever made to feature the "Minneapolis Funk" sound, the song was also nominated for a Soul Train Music Award for Single of the Year (Male). In late 1990, he had a minor hit with "All True Man."

His 1988 album "My Gift to You" was a successful holiday release, with the track "Our First Christmas" still popular during the holidays.

He has recently appeared in the celebrity duet show Just the Two of Us with BBC newsreader Fiona Bruce.

Alexander O'Neal's popularity and support in the UK has been immeasurable throughout his Career and still remains so today. Based in Minneapolis, he frequently commutes to Britain, which he sees as his 'Second Home'. All of his six albums have charted both in the UK and the US and he has enjoyed numerous sell-out tours. In 2005, he recorded his first live album "Alexander O'neal Live at Hammersmith Apollo". It's a collection of his Favorites and Biggest Hits from his career. With his personal love of performing on stage and constant tour support from his fans it was a clear progression for him to deliver the live experience in the form of an album. He has handpicked tracks that traverse the success of his career singing alongside a 12 piece band.

Alexander O'Neal releases his first Live DVD, taken from a performance at London's Hammersmith Apollo in March 2006 in January 2007.. It includes a duet with Uk Singer JC Bentley on Saturday Love.

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Remember Why
Alexander O'Neal Lyrics

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Remember why
(It's Christmas)
Remember.
In a bettlahem stable a child was born
his mother named him jesus he was the son of God
sit here as our as our saviour to be the son of our sins
this how all began
Remember Why (It's Christmas)*3

Remember
Jesus lay down in a major he didnt have a thing
And star of guiding light shined down apon his head
The wise me carried his son on him king of life
(rejoicing)
to be hold the birth of Christ
Remember why(it's Christmas)*
Do you remember why*2
oh oh oh
Voices(voices)
he is our (he is our)
Our saviour(our saviouuuur)

Remember why(its Christmas)*13
End

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Remember Why (It's Christmas)" by Alexander O'Neal remind us of the true meaning of Christmas. The song starts by taking us back to the birth of Jesus Christ in a Bethlehem stable, who was born to save us from our sins. The birth of Jesus is the beginning of the celebration of Christmas, and the song urges listeners to remember the reason for the season. We are asked to remember the humble beginnings of Jesus, who was born in a manger to a young mother named Mary.

The second verse of the song mentions the wise men who came to see the newborn king, bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. The wise men recognized that Jesus was no ordinary child, but the savior of the world. The song asks listeners to remember the joy and excitement that surrounded the birth of Christ, and to reflect on the significance of his life and teachings. The repeated refrain of "Remember Why (It's Christmas)" serves as a reminder to focus on the true meaning of the holiday and not get lost in the commercialism and consumerism that often accompany it.

Line by Line Meaning

Remember why
Recall the reason

(It's Christmas)
It's the holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus

Remember.
Don't forget.

In a bettlahem stable a child was born
Jesus was born in a stable in Bethlehem

his mother named him jesus he was the son of God
Jesus was the son of God and was named by his mother, Mary.

sit here as our as our saviour to be the son of our sins
Jesus was sent as a savior to redeem humankind from their sins.

this how all began
This is the beginning of the story of Christmas.

Jesus lay down in a major he didnt have a thing
Jesus was born in a manger, without any luxuries.

And star of guiding light shined down apon his head
A bright star shone above the place where Jesus was born.

The wise me carried his son on him king of life
The Wise Men visited Jesus and gave him gifts, recognizing him as the king of life.

(rejoicing)
Celebrating with joy.