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.
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Sisters
Angie Stone Lyrics
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Surely I can testify
When life gets you down
You need a true friend around
Whenever I need you you're always there
You near here to listen show me love and give me wisdom
Someone who understands me and cares about my feelings
Let's make a vow that we'll keep this together
You are my sister no matter the color
A friend in need is a friend indeed
My sister, my sister you can always count on me
When I seem tossed and drilled
You uplifted me with worship given
Dragged through some things
And I'll forever be your sister in return
I'm here for you and you're here for me
That's how a friendship supposed to be
Come day or night storm some rain or shine
We'll stay side by side for the rest of my life
Let's make a vow that we'll keep this together
You are my sister no matter the color
A friend in need is a friend indeed
My sister, my sister you can always count on me
With each other we can win
We will always be best friends
And it's you that I can rely all to let me know
With you by my side and Him as our guide
You don't have to worry nah,
'Cause you are my sister
Let's make a vow that we'll keep this together
You are my sister no matter the color
A friend in need is a friend indeed
My sister, my sister you can always count on me
Whenever you need me
Call
Whenever you want to
Whenever you need me
You're my sister
"Sisters" is a song by American R&B singer Angie Stone from her third studio album, "Stone Love". The song is an ode to friendship between women and the importance of having a close-knit circle of female friends in a woman's life. The lyrics concentrate on the essential qualities of womanhood, love, and trust.
The song emphasizes that having a friend who provides support during difficult times makes all the difference in the world. The opening lines of the song, "My life and I, Surely I can testify When life gets you down, You need a true friend around," are an indicator of the song's emotional message.
The song encourages women to be there for each other through thick and thin, even in difficult times, with a supportive phrase like "You uplifted me with worship given." The chorus is a promise to build a lifelong bond of sisterhood and support: "Let's make a vow that we'll keep this together, You are my sister no matter the color, A friend in need is a friend indeed, My sister, my sister, you can always count on me."
Overall, the song is a testament to the importance of sisterhood and friendship in a woman's life - an aspect of female relationships that is often unappreciated by society as a whole.
Line by Line Meaning
My life and I
Angie Stone is talking about her own life experiences and how she has got someone to confide in
Surely I can testify
Angie Stone is confident and assured about the bond she shares with her friend
When life gets you down
Angie Stone is talking about how in tough times, one needs someone to rely on
You need a true friend around
Angie Stone is emphasizing that a true friend provides support in tough times
Whenever I need you you're always there
Angie Stone is expressing how her friend is always there for her when she needs her
You near here to listen show me love and give me wisdom
Angie Stone appreciates her friend for listening to her, showing her love, and also sharing her wisdom
Someone who understands me and cares about my feelings
Angie Stone is talking about the important qualities a friend should have - understanding and empathy
Girl I love you so and I want you to know
Angie Stone expresses her love and admiration towards her friend
Let's make a vow that we'll keep this together
Angie Stone suggests they both should commit to maintaining their friendship for a lifetime
You are my sister no matter the color
Angie Stone is emphasizing that skin color does not determine their bond
A friend in need is a friend indeed
Angie Stone is referring to the popular saying which means that true friends are the ones who show up in times of need
My sister, my sister you can always count on me
Angie Stone assures her friend that she can always count on her to be there for her
When I seem tossed and drilled
Angie Stone refers to her moments of weakness and vulnerability
You uplifted me with worship given
Angie Stone explains how her friend's encouragement brought her up when she was feeling low
Dragged through some things
Angie Stone talks about the difficult times she went through
And I'll forever be your sister in return
Angie Stone is committed to being there for her friend like her friend has been there for her
I'm here for you and you're here for me
Angie Stone reiterates that their friendship is based on mutual support and care
That's how a friendship supposed to be
Angie Stone talks about the ideal qualities of a true friendship
Come day or night storm some rain or shine
Angie Stone suggests that they will be there for each other, no matter what challenges come their way
We'll stay side by side for the rest of my life
Angie Stone is confident that their friendship is strong enough to last a lifetime
With each other we can win
Angie Stone talks about how they can overcome any obstacle together
We will always be best friends
Angie Stone reiterates that their friendship is based on deep love and care for each other
And it's you that I can rely all to let me know
Angie Stone talks about how she trusts her friend to guide her and be honest with her always
With you by my side and Him as our guide
Angie Stone talks about how their friendship is strengthened by their shared faith in God
You don't have to worry nah,
Angie Stone reassures her friend that she need not worry as she will always be there for her
'Cause you are my sister
Angie Stone emphasizes that their bond is like that of sisters
Whenever you need me
Angie Stone assures her friend that she can always count on her
Call
Angie Stone suggests that her friend can call her whenever she needs her without any hesitation
Whenever you want to
Angie Stone emphasizes that she is always there to listen and support her friend, no matter when she needs her
You're my sister
Angie Stone reiterates that their bond is like that of siblings
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN WHITE, JAMES FRANKLIN, WILL TEVERSHAM, RICHARD MOORE, JOHN TEGNER
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