The group is comprised of Tony Borowiak, Jamie Jones, Delious Kennedy, and Alfred Nevarez. All of them were from the Mojave, California City, and Hesperia areas of California. As stated before, they are best known for "I Swear", which was also nominated for Song Of The Year at the Grammys (as was the single "I Can Love You Like That", another remake of a Montgomery country song, the following year). All-4-One almost became transatlantic chart toppers, blocked only by Wet Wet Wet's cover "Love Is All Around" (originally by The Troggs) for the soundtrack to the 1994 film 'Four Weddings and a Funeral' (that cover spent 15 weeks at number one in the U.K. Singles Chart).
Many people often mistake All-4-One songs for those done by Boyz II Men, another popular 90s R&B group. This is due to their very similar music style as well as the fact that both artists had the height of their popularity in around 1994 or so. At any rate, All-4-One achieved considerable airplay for years afterwards.
However, declining sales led to the group leaving the Atlantic Records label after the release of the album 'On and On' in 1999. Still, even the shift in labels did not help shore up the group's flagging popularity, as the follow-up album, 'A41', and its lead single "Not Ready 4 Goodbye" both failed to chart in the U.S. (although their next single, "Beautiful As You", was a minor Adult Contemporary hit). Their 2004 album, titled 'Split Personality', was given an Asia-only release.
All-4-One later signed a new record deal with the label Peak Concord. Their seventh album (and, to date, their latest), titled 'No Regrets', came out in September 2009. That release is perhaps best known for featuring the song "Key to Your Heart". As well, the group's iconic singles "I Swear" and "I Can Love You Like That" have continued to receive airplay and praise over the years.
Website: http://www.all-4-one.com/
Something About You
All-4-One Lyrics
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That makes me wanna hug ya (hug ya)
Love ya (love ya)
Something about you baby
That makes me wanna know ya (know ya) show ya
That I only wanna be with you
Something about you baby
Something about you baby
We just got off the phone
I went and wrote this song
'cause girl you inspire me
You left this kind of love
That's really let's me know
You're not the average lady
So baby I wanna tell you that I love you so
And that I'm different than the average Joe
'cause girl you touch me in that special way
That's why I wanna tell ya that I'm here to stay
Something about you baby
That makes me wanna hug ya (hug ya)
Love ya (love ya)
Only wanna be
Something about you baby
That makes me wanna get to know ya
(Know ya) show ya
That I only wanna be with you
Something about you baby
Something about you baby
Oh, baby can't you see
I want you here with me
Forever and a day (a day)
'Cause girl you're so fine
You got me mesmerized
Just by the way you carry yourself
So can I spend some time alone with you
And show you all the thing I wanna do
Like take you out and have a real good time
'Cause girl I can't get you off of my mind
Something about you baby
That makes me wanna hug ya (hug ya)
Love ya (love ya)
Only wanna be
Something about you baby
That makes me wanna get to know ya
(Know ya) show ya
That I only wanna be with you
Something about you baby
Something about you baby
Something about you baby
So can I spend some time alone with you
And tell you all the things I wanna do
Like take you out and have a real good time
'Cause girl I can't get you off of my mind
Something about you baby
That makes me wanna hug ya (hug ya)
Love ya (love ya)
Only wanna be
Something about you baby
That makes me wanna get to know ya
(Know ya) show ya
That I only wanna be with you
Something about you baby
Something about you baby
Something about you
Only wanna be with you
The song "Something About You" by All-4-One is a love song that expresses the singer's deep feelings for his partner. The lyrics are very emotional and passionate, as the singer reveals that there is something special about his lover that makes him want to hold her, love her, and be with her always. He acknowledges that she is different from other women and that she inspires him to become a better person. He also wants to spend more time with her and show her all the things he wants to do with her.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's desire to hug and love his partner and to be with her always. He also admits that there is something about her that he just can't resist, and that he wants to know her more deeply. The verse then goes on to explain why he feels this way - she has inspired him and made him realize that he is different from other men.
Overall, the song is a heartfelt expression of love and commitment, and it highlights the importance of finding someone who truly touches your heart and soul.
Line by Line Meaning
Something about you baby
The singer is drawn to the mysterious qualities of the subject of the song
That makes me wanna hug ya (hug ya)
The singer is so captivated by the subject's presence that they desire to physically embrace them
Love ya (love ya)
The singer has strong feelings of affection for the subject of the song
That makes me wanna know ya (know ya) show ya
The singer wants to discover more about the mysterious qualities they find captivating and impress the subject of the song
That I only wanna be with you
The singer desires a committed relationship with the subject of the song
We just got off the phone
The singer was recently speaking with the subject of the song
I went and wrote this song
The subject of the song inspired the singer to create a musical tribute to their captivating qualities
'cause girl you inspire me
The singer feels motivated and affected by the subject of the song
You left this kind of love
The subject left an impact on the singer characterized by strong feelings of affection
That's really let's me know
The singer is able to discern that the affection they feel is different and special
You're not the average lady
The subject possesses unique personality traits that make them stand out from others
So baby I wanna tell you that I love you so
The singer is ready to honestly express their love for the subject and their desire for a relationship
And that I'm different than the average Joe
The singer recognizes their own unique qualities, and contrasts them with other potential romantic partners
'cause girl you touch me in that special way
The subject of the song affects the singer in a way that distinguishes them from others
That's why I wanna tell ya that I'm here to stay
The singer is committed to being in a relationship with the subject, and wants to express their dedication
Oh, baby can't you see
The singer wants the subject to understand the strength of their feelings
I want you here with me
The singer desires to be in the presence of the subject
Forever and a day (a day)
The singer desires a long-term commitment to the relationship
'Cause girl you're so fine
The singer finds the subject attractive and desirable
You got me mesmerized
The singer is deeply drawn to the subject's captivating qualities
Just by the way you carry yourself
The subject possesses a certain charisma and confidence that the singer is attracted to
So can I spend some time alone with you
The singer wants to have one-on-one time with the subject to deepen their connection
And show you all the thing I wanna do
The singer has plans for romantic activities and wants to share them with the subject
Like take you out and have a real good time
The singer wants to plan fun dates and experiences to enjoy with the subject
'Cause girl I can't get you off of my mind
The singer is deeply preoccupied with thoughts of the subject and desires to spend more time with them
Only wanna be
The singer's desire is singular and directed only towards the subject of the song
Something about you baby
The subject of the song has unique qualities and a strong allure for the singer
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LAMONT DOZIER, LAMONT HERBERT DOZIER, BRIAN HOLLAND, EDWARD HOLLAND, EDWARD, JR. HOLLAND, JR.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@CoreyBrown-kx7gk
Oh and about it being everybody’s jams in the 80s. If you ask me they are still a really awesome band
@madenaarcher9051
I just love the brotherhood in this group!
@CoreyBrown-kx7gk
This band is really off the hook freakin tight and kick ass awesome
@aaronford9996
This was one of our jams in the 90s.
@eugenetaylor6540
Im surprised there aren't many comments on this beautiful New Jack soul..
@Jaryism
White, black, latino, etc. it doesn't matter the race, there's only one race, the "human race". It shows people are more the same, it's about coming together and making good music, respect to the band this was my first album I ever got as a kid, and 36 years old it still has a special place in my heart :)
@elizabethh776
Well said! "Human Race" would've been a good group name for them. Not sure how they got "All 4 One" but it's a good name too.
@aaronford9996
No one in the 90s that loved 4 part harmonies cared about the races of who was singing. People need to get over that and listen to the music.
@btsimida
Wow this was one of my favourites so glad I came back here
@gogotorious
I really miss this New Jack Swing so much. 😞😞😞