In 2005, Amerie burst back onto the music scene with her fourth single "1 Thing", which was used as the theme song for the Will Smith movie "Hitch". "1 Thing" went to the top of the charts in various international markets, including the US, UK and others around the world. It earned her a Grammy nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance (the album "Touch" was also nominated for the "Best Contemporary R&B Album" Grammy ). The album sold an estimated 800,000 copies worldwide and went gold in the US and silver in the UK.
Amerie's third album 'Because I Love It' was released in the UK , Europe and Asia in 2007. The single "Take Control" was released in October 2006, and it enjoyed international success. The second single "Gotta Work" did not fare as well in the charts, despite receiving heavy airplay on UK and European music video channels. The album has sold a combined total of 310,000 copies worldwide and is her most critically acclaimed album.
In late 2007, was reported that Amerie had left her label Columbia Records, and signed with the Island Def Jam Music Group.
Amerie revealed the album title to be changed from 'Breakups To Makeups' to 'In Love & War'. Amerie also announced that her first single off the album will be titled "Why R U?" produced by The Buchanans. The single premiered online in the week of May 11th and received fairly mixed reviews. The track itself is even compared to Mary J. Blige's "What's The 411?" and "My Life" album, because of the old school feel.
Amerie changed her artist name to Ameriie (extra I) in 2010. She said that it gave her more positive energy as an artist. She changed her artist name back to Amerie (without the extra I) with the double EP releases '4AM Mulholland' and 'After 4AM' in 2018.
Right now her main focus is on books, youtube channel and her son and husband.
Pretty Brown
Amerie Lyrics
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(Yeaugh!)
Is it a crime to want that old thing back?
Can it be wrong to miss the way you used to kiss me?
(Back!) Back in the day
(Back!) Back to the way you used to love me (you used to love me)
Now you've got me ready to break the law again,
Cause I made a vow to rock with you til the end
So, tell me why lately you ain't been the same?
Cause I remember when you said!
Right from the door, said can we talk?
You had me caught, got to admin it love
Let's cut straight to the point,
You know with me is where you belong
Now here we are, how did we grow so much apart?
So far from the start
Let's cut straight to the point
Baby you know with me is where you belong
Pretty brown eyes! You know, I need you
That's why I keep holding on, I can't let go
I hold on, hold on, hold on, hold on, I!
Keep holding on after all your rejection
Cause I don't wanna let go, but you should know
I'll move on, I'll move on, I'll move on
Pretty brown eyes!
So let's go, let me know
You know where you belong,
What's the hold?
Baby you know with me is where you belong
It's like one minute your warm,
And then the next your so cold,
I never know when your coming or going, Hey!
Tell me why lately you ain't been the same?
I still remember when you said
Right from the door, said can we talk?
You had me caught, got to admit it love
Let's cut straight to the point
You known with me is where you belong
Now here we are, how did we grow so much apart?
So far from the start
Let's cut straight to the point
Baby you know with me is where you belong!
Pretty brown eyes! You know, I need you
That's why I keep holding on, I can't let go
I hold on, hold on, hold on, hold on, I!
Keep holding on after all your rejection
Cause I don't wanna let go, but you should know
I'll move on, I'll move on, I'll move on
Pretty Brown Eyes!
And I don't want to be the one to tell you everything!
Cause I've been spending all my time give you a chance to change!
You say your in love, But!
If this is love, What!
Can I do to make it feel better?
And what about the feeling that there's someone on the side?
Cause lately you've been acting like you got so much to hide!
Cause I know that lately you ain't been the same,
And so I got to let you know that!
Pretty brown eyes! You know, I need you
That's why I keep holding on, I can't let go
I hold on, hold on, hold on, hold on, I!
Keep holding on after all your rejection
Cause I don't wanna let go, but you should know
I'll move on, I'll move on, I'll move on
Pretty brown eyes!
Don't move on, don't move on,
Don't move on, don't move on,
Don't move on, move on from me yea!
We belong together!
Forever! Ever! Ever!
Forever and ever and ever, yea!
The lyrics of Amerie's "Pretty Brown Eyes" revolve around the themes of love and heartbreak. The song suggests that the singer misses the way her partner used to love her and seems to be stuck in a cycle of holding onto the past while also attempting to move on. In her vocals, Amerie conveys a sense of emotional turmoil as she sings about wanting her old love back and feeling confused by her partner's changing behavior.
The song begins with a declaration of love for the title's "pretty brown eyes," which the singer cannot let go of. However, despite her persistence in holding onto the relationship, the singer hints at her partner's infidelities, which have caused a rift in their relationship. Throughout the song, she strives to communicate her feelings and tries to convince her partner to come back to her. The chorus, with its repetition of "I'll move on," highlights the struggle to let go of an old love and emphasizes the persistence required to move forward from a failed relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Pretty brown, aight
Acknowledgement of her lover's beautiful brown eyes.
Is it a crime to want that old thing back?
Wondering if it's wrong to want to go back to the way things were between them.
Can it be wrong to miss the way you used to kiss me?
Questioning if it's bad to long for the way her lover used to show affection towards her.
(Back!) Back in the day
Looking back at the past with a sense of nostalgia.
(Back!) Back to the way you used to love me (you used to love me)
Expressing the desire to experience the love and attention she used to receive from her lover.
Now you've got me ready to break the law again,
Feeling so enamored with her lover that she's willing to take risks for their love.
Cause I made a vow to rock with you til the end
Reminding her lover that she's devoted to their relationship and committed to being with them for the long haul.
So, tell me why lately you ain't been the same?
Asking her lover what's been going on and why they've been distant or different lately.
Right from the door, said can we talk?
Remembering how their relationship started, with her lover initiating a conversation to get to know her better.
You had me caught, got to admit it love
Acknowledging that she was smitten with her lover from the beginning.
Let's cut straight to the point,
Suggesting that they get to the heart of the matter and discuss what's really going on between them.
You know with me is where you belong
Asserting that her lover's place is with her and that they belong together.
Now here we are, how did we grow so much apart?
Expressing surprise and sadness at how distant they've become from each other despite their love.
So far from the start
Reflecting on how they've strayed far from the beginning of their relationship.
Pretty brown eyes! You know, I need you
Reaffirming her lover's captivating eyes and expressing her dependence on them.
That's why I keep holding on, I can't let go
Admitting she's holding onto her lover because she can't bear to let go and move on from their love.
Keep holding on after all your rejection
Persisting in their relationship despite feeling rejected or pushed away by her lover at times.
Cause I don't wanna let go, but you should know
Reiterating that she doesn't want to lose her lover, but wants them to understand her feelings.
I'll move on, I'll move on, I'll move on
Resolving to move on from their relationship if things don't improve or her lover doesn't reciprocate her feelings.
And I don't want to be the one to tell you everything!
Acknowledging that she doesn't want to be the only one responsible for keeping their relationship intact and communicating honestly.
Cause I've been spending all my time give you a chance to change!
Expressing frustration at feeling like she's been putting in all the effort to maintain their relationship while waiting for her lover to make changes.
You say your in love, But!
Expressing skepticism of her lover's claim of being in love when their relationship is strained.
If this is love, What!
Questioning if their relationship could truly be defined as love when they're struggling so much.
Can I do to make it feel better?
Asking if there's anything she can do to improve their relationship and make them both happier.
And what about the feeling that there's someone on the side?
Expressing suspicion that her lover might be seeing someone else or hiding something from her.
Cause lately you've been acting like you got so much to hide!
Noticing that her lover has been acting secretive or distant, fueling her fears that something might be wrong.
Don't move on, don't move on,
Pleading with her lover not to move on from their relationship or leave her behind.
We belong together!
Asserting that they belong together and that their relationship is worth fighting for.
Forever! Ever! Ever!
Affirming that their love should last forever, and that she's committed to making their relationship work.
Forever and ever and ever, yea!
Repeating her desire for a long-lasting, committed relationship with her lover.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JEFFREY ALLEN, RICKY KINCHEN, KEIRSTON JAMAL LEWIS, HOMER O'DELL, AMERIE ROGERS, EDWIN SERRANO, LAWRENCE WADDELL, STOKLEY WILLIAMS
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