In the early 1980s, Stone (as 'Angie B'), was a member of The Sequence, the first major female hip-hop group. They had a hit in 1980 with "Funk You Up". She then worked with Mantronix, before teaming up and performing vocals and saxophone for Lenny Kravitz.
Angie Stone emerged during the 1990's as part of hip-hop/R&B trio Vertical Hold which released the popular single "Seems You're Much Too Busy" as well as two albums: A Matter Of Time (June 1993) and Head First (1995).
In 1996, she teamed up with Gerry Deveaux (Lenny Kravitz's cousin from The Bahamas) and together with Charlie Mole they formed Devox. One album received a Japanese-only release including Stone-penned or co-written material.
Angie Stone shared song-writing credits on D'Angelo's first two studio album's (1995 - Brown Sugar and 2000 - Voodoo) as well as providing backing vocals on tour with him.
She released her first solo album, Black Diamond, released on 28 September 1999 via Arista Records. She has since also released, via Clive Davis' J Records, Mahogany Soul on October 16, 2001 and Stone Love on July 6, 2004.
Much of Angie Stone's solo material has a significant hip-hop influence and features notable samples. For example, her first solo single, 1999's "No More Rain (In This Cloud)" samples Gladys Knight & the Pips' 1972 "Neither One Of Us (Want To Be The First To Say Goodbye)", and 2002 "Wish I Didn't Miss You" samples The O'Jays' 1972 "Back Stabbers".
Angie Stone sings the theme song for the UPN sitcom Girlfriends.
She has two children, a daughter and a son. The son is the child of neo-soul singer D'Angelo, whom she dated during the 1990's.
Official Website: http://www.angiestoneonline.net
Little Boy
Angie Stone Lyrics
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Seems to be too many toys around
What you gonna do about the girls whose hearts you're breaking
Can't you see the damage of the liberties you're taking
Why do you run away from love, little boy
There's nothing wrong with a little love, little boy
You're gonna end up all alone, little boy
You can't tell me your heart don't feel nothing
Cause when you first met the girl
It could not stop jumping
Now you seem to be holding back
Emotionally you're empty
You must try to let yourself go
And taste what you've been missing
Why do you run away from love, little boy
There's nothing wrong with a little love, little boy
You're gonna end up all alone, little boy
So why do you run away from love, little boy
Love is a serious thing
Put aside pride before it's too late you might fade away
Why must you have to want to go on this way
You don't seem to ever wanna change your ways
All you have to do is to decide to give love one chance
And you just might find there is some goodness inside romance
Why do you run away from love, little boy
There's nothing wrong with a little love, little boy
You're gonna end up all alone, little boy
There's nothing wrong with a little love, little boy
Hold on, yeah, to your love, your love, your love
The lyrics of Angie Stone's "Little Boy" talk about a man who cannot seem to commit to a romantic relationship. The song starts by addressing the man's inability to settle down and the apparent presence of many "toys," referring to other women in his life. The singer questions the man's behavior and asks him to consider the damage he is causing to the women whose hearts he is breaking with his liberties.
The chorus of the song further questions the man's motives and encourages him to embrace love, suggesting that he may end up alone if he continues to run away from it. The singer also acknowledges the man's feelings and asks him to let himself go emotionally and experience what he has been missing. The song's bridge reinforces the importance of love and suggests that the man must put his pride aside and take a chance on romance before it's too late.
Overall, the lyrics of "Little Boy" emphasize the importance of love and commitment in romantic relationships. The song acknowledges the challenges that come with opening up emotionally but encourages the man to take a chance on love rather than continue to run away from it.
Line by Line Meaning
You can't seem to settle down
You are unable to focus on one thing and keep shifting your attention to a lot of things.
Seems to be too many toys around
There are a lot of distractions around you making you lose sight of what's important.
What you gonna do about the girls whose hearts you're breaking
You should take responsibility for the pain you are causing people as a result of your actions.
Can't you see the damage of the liberties you're taking
You are not considering the consequences of your actions and the harm you are causing.
Why do you run away from love, little boy
You are avoiding love and commitment due to fear or insecurity.
There's nothing wrong with a little love, little boy
There is nothing shameful or weak about feeling and expressing love.
You're gonna end up all alone, little boy
Your fear of love and commitment might lead to loneliness and regret later in life.
You can't tell me your heart don't feel nothing
You are denying your emotions but your feelings are evident from the way you act around someone.
Cause when you first met the girl It could not stop jumping
You were excited and overwhelmed initially when you met someone you cared about.
Now you seem to be holding back Emotionally you're empty
You are withholding your emotions and as a result, feeling empty and unfulfilled.
You must try to let yourself go And taste what you've been missing
You need to open up and embrace your emotions to experience the joys of love and intimacy.
Love is a serious thing
Love is a significant and meaningful part of life that should be taken seriously.
Put aside pride before it's too late you might fade away
You should overcome your pride and insecurities to avoid missing out on important experiences in life.
Why must you have to want to go on this way
You are continuing to avoid love and commitment despite knowing its importance.
You don't seem to ever wanna change your ways
You are unwilling to break out of your comfort zone and embrace new experiences or emotions.
All you have to do is to decide to give love one chance
You only need to make a conscious choice to give love and commitment a chance.
And you just might find there is some goodness inside romance
Embracing love and intimacy might lead to positive and transformative experiences.
Hold on, yeah, to your love, your love, your love
You should hold onto the love you have and nurture it to avoid regret later in life.
Contributed by Isaiah A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jerome Moore
The best of true R&B! Let’s bring it back! Sing!
aaries908
Saw Angie Stone in Seattle, Wa at Neumo's. This album was currently hot and in rotation. She have an amazing show. Love your music Angie.😁🙌🙏🏽💯❤
Autumn Williams
Such a beautiful song
SS
omgggg so glad you posted this. I've been looking forever =)
Toni Harris
I'm positive no matter what it always works. ❤️. Toni and kellum Wade
Toni Harris
Don't run from our ❤️. It's real real thang by Ne-Yo....pray watch and fight..m❤️.
Toni Harris
We have the best spiritual friendship love connection everrrrr....m ❤️. You chased me for years kellum Wade... What we have is real......toni Harris. ...we are good for each other. I tell the world. I'm soooo happy loving you.❤️.you know it.....you opened the Bible class for me. .I felt sooo happy about that. ❤️.