He graduated from the Cleveland School of the Arts in 1995 where he majored in theater. He is best known for hits such as "Separated" (the remix to which features Kelly Rowland), "My First Love," which one version features Keke Wyatt, and "Read Your Mind" (the remix to which features Snoop Dogg on the extended promo vinyl). He was featured in the remix to the Lloyd Banks song "Karma" from the 2004 album The Hunger for More, and has also had a cameo appearance in the 2004 feature film BarberShop 2: Back in Business.
He also did a remix of The Pussycat Dolls song "Stickwitu." He stated that he refused to cooperate with The Pussycat Dolls at first until they offered him a better contract and to perform it and sing his way for a better single. Avant has also appeared on the Oxygen Network reality TV show Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency when he asked Janice to have models dance with him during the release party of the album Director.
Best Friend
Avant Lyrics
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All except for what he put you through
But this time it seems like it feels some kind of way
Said you really need to see me
But it’s a different kind of energy
Maybe I’m just trippin'
Maybe you’re just teasin'
All I need is a reason
Oh, but tonight is just the right time
I got freaky shit on my mind,
Hope you feeling the same
Feeling is too strong, girl it’s on
I’m about to press send
I’m talking to my best friend
She’s vulnerable and I am to
I don’t know if it’s the right thing to do
I don’t wanna feel different
Rolling with my best friend (Yeah yeah)
I was sure that something like this could happen
When you make the opposite your best friend
Oho, oho, oh whooa, yeah
When you make the opposite your best friend
Oho, oho, oh whooa, yeah
When you make the opposite your best friend
I’m sitting outside of your house
Ready to tear that thing out
It’s hard to say, how I feel about it the next day yay
I can tell from your text now
That you’re ready to have sex now
You say you’re undressed and about to relax
Guarantee it’s going down now
Oh, I’ve have known you for a long time
Never had that thing on my mind
Maybe she’s delirious,
Maybe I’m just curious, I don’t know
I’m about to press send
I’m talking to my best friend
She’s vulnerable and I am to
I don’t know if it’s the right thing to do
I don’t wanna feel different
Rolling with my best friend
I was sure that something like this could happen
When you make the opposite your best friend
Oho, oho, oh whooa, yeah
When you make the opposite your best friend
Oho, oho, oh whooa, yeah
When you make the opposite your best friend
Boom, clap, boom, boom clap
Boom, clap, boom, boom clap
You win, you win, or either you lose
When you make the opposite your best friend
Put your mind on the work
It’s a chance I’m gonn take
A whole lot of games, it’s a lot at stake
You win, you win, or either you lose
When you make the opposite your best friend
Oh oho, oh oho, oooh oh, oh, ooh whoa, yeah
Your best friend, the opposite your best friend
Oh oho, ooh oh, oho, ooh , oh whoa, ooh ho oh yeah
When you make the opposite your best friend
Best friend, best friend, best friend,
Best friend
When you make the opposite your best friend
Oho, (Hoo) oho, Best friend, baby yeah
When you make the opposite your best friend.
In Avant's song "Best Friend," the singer is conflicted about his feelings for his opposite-sex best friend. The song seems to be set in a moment of sexual tension between the two friends. The singer is looking at a text from his friend, in which she seems eager to see him. He's not sure if she's serious or just teasing him, but he's getting excited about the possibility of hooking up with her. At the same time, he's hesitant because he doesn't want their friendship to be ruined.
The chorus of the song suggests that there's a risk involved in becoming sexually involved with a friend who is the opposite gender. The line "when you make the opposite your best friend" implies that opposite-sex friendships can be tricky because there's always the potential for romantic or sexual feelings to develop. The singer seems conflicted about whether or not to pursue his attraction to his friend, knowing that it could potentially ruin their friendship. The drums and claps throughout the song convey the tension and excitement that comes with the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
I’m looking at this text from you
I’m reading your message and analyzing it
All except for what he put you through
I’m not paying attention to the drama he caused you
But this time it seems like it feels some kind of way
This message has a different, more meaningful energy to it
Said you really need to see me
You expressed a strong desire to see me
But it’s a different kind of energy
This interaction has a unique vibe to it
Maybe I’m just trippin'
Maybe I'm overthinking things
Maybe you’re just teasin'
Maybe you're joking
All I need is a reason
I need a solid justification for engaging in this interaction
Oh, but tonight is just the right time
The timing for this interaction is perfect
I got freaky shit on my mind,
I have sexual desires on my mind
Hope you feeling the same
I hope you share those sexual desires
Feeling is too strong, girl it’s on
The sexual tension between us is too strong and things are about to happen
I’m about to press send
I'm about to send a message
I’m talking to my best friend
You are my closest confidant
She’s vulnerable and I am to
We're both putting ourselves in a vulnerable position
I don’t know if it’s the right thing to do
I'm unsure if this is the best decision
I don’t wanna feel different
I don't want things to change between us
Rolling with my best friend (Yeah yeah)
I'm in this with you, and we'll deal with the consequences together
I was sure that something like this could happen
I knew this was a possibility
When you make the opposite your best friend
When you develop romantic feelings for someone you consider just a friend
I’m sitting outside of your house
I'm waiting outside your home
Ready to tear that thing out
I'm prepared to engage in sexual activity
It’s hard to say, how I feel about it the next day yay
I'm unsure how I'll feel about this decision tomorrow
I can tell from your text now
I can sense from your message that you're ready to be intimate
That you’re ready to have sex now
You're indicating that you want to engage in sexual activity
You say you’re undressed and about to relax
You're informing me that you have prepared for intimacy
Guarantee it’s going down now
We're about to engage in sexual activity
Oh, I’ve have known you for a long time
We've been friends for a significant period
Never had that thing on my mind
I've never thought of you in this way before
Maybe she’s delirious,
Perhaps you're acting in an irrational manner
Maybe I’m just curious, I don’t know
Maybe I'm just intrigued, and I'm not certain
Boom, clap, boom, boom clap
The rhythm of the music
You win, you win, or either you lose
This situation can be positive or negative
Put your mind on the work
Focus on the task at hand
It’s a chance I’m gonn take
I'm willing to take the risk
A whole lot of games, it’s a lot at stake
There are consequences if this doesn't go well
Best friend, best friend, best friend,
Repeating the concept of a best friend
When you make the opposite your best friend
When you develop romantic feelings for someone you consider just a friend
Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Carvin Haggins, Ivan Barias, Taalib Johnson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Brittney Channer
Avant does it again! His voice is just awesome.
deficit1080p
Avant is the best. His music, his voice, his style. Its just my cup of tea its great
Dragon Awake
:)
Yolanda Clark
Yessss
Ramon Sanchez
Avant was a major part of my junior high school day. My gf had a major part of his collection and we sat and listened to him. Even though it was puppy love. 🐶
Kirsten Stephens
I love this song! I love all of Avant's music! :)
Tolu J
Classic Avant...Good music always!!!!
deneace quarles
Avant always bring the hits luvvvv it !
Avant Musical
Thank you for liking my page , Support you showered on me, I hope you never stop listening to my music 👍
Daniel Mortari
I never cared for avant but he killed it in this album