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.
Why
Avant Lyrics
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Constantly asking myself why
Why do babies have to die
And a mother gives up a price
Can you see the man on the streets
Doesn't even have enough to eat
And tell me when your walking by
Can you see the tears in his eye
Why
Why does this world seem so cold
Just like a rich man who won't give a pot a gold
Why
Before my life comes to an end let's try to make amends and
Let's give it a chance
Tell me why
Baby don't know her fathers name
Mother's confused just the same
She's saying that it's alright
But she needs a father in her life
Somebody please tell me why
Just like the sand on the beach
Just like the ocean runs so deep
We all must take our part
And dig deep in our heart
But I don't know where to start
Someone tell me why
Why, why does this world seem so cold
Just like a rich man who won't give a pot of gold
Oh no, why, why before my life comes to an end
Let's try to make amends and let's give it a chance
Oh tell me why
Why do things go the way they do
Everybody I'm asking you can we
Turn around, turn around, turn around
Things don't have to be this way
I'm looking for a better day can we
Turn around, turn around, turn around
The song "Why" by Avant is a beautiful introspection about the questions that we all have about life, death, and humanity's struggles. The lyrics revolve around the idea of why certain events, such as the death of babies, homelessness, and broken families occur, prompting the singer to question the world's fairness and unequal distribution of opportunities.
The first verse talks about the singer's contemplation while reading the "book of life," asking himself why babies have to die, and a mother has to give up a child. The second verse shifts focus to the struggles of the homeless man and how we often ignore their pain as we walk by. The chorus reiterates the questioning tone, asking why the world seems so cold, and why we can't try to make amends.
The final verse discusses the brokenness of families and the struggles of those who grow up without a father. The singer laments the situation and asks why things have to be the way they are. The song's final plea is one of hope, asking us to turn things around and work towards betterment, so we might live in a world that is more just and fair.
Overall, "Why" is a song that asks significant questions and challenges us to think about the inequalities and difficulties we face in life. It encourages us to seek answers and make a conscious effort towards creating a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sitting here reading the book of life
I am contemplating existence.
Constantly asking myself why
I question the reasons for events occurring in life.
Why do babies have to die
I am deeply saddened by the loss of innocent lives.
And a mother gives up a price
It is heartbreaking to see a mother sacrifice for her children.
Can you see the man on the streets
I am aware of the struggles of the homeless.
Doesn't even have enough to eat
I am disturbed by how deprivation touches the disenfranchised.
And tell me when your walking by
I inquire if others notice the plight of those in need.
Can you see the tears in his eye
I want others to recognize the pain and suffering of others.
Somebody please tell me why
I wish someone could provide an answer to the inequities of the world.
Why does this world seem so cold
I find it disheartening how cruel the world can be.
Just like a rich man who won't give a pot a gold
It resembles the actions of the wealthy, who disregard those in need.
Before my life comes to an end let's try to make amends and let's give it a chance
We must act now to change the world for the better.
Tell me why
I search for an explanation.
Baby don't know her father's name
I sympathize with children who lack father figures in their lives.
Mother's confused just the same
I empathize with mothers struggling with parenthood.
She's saying that it's alright
The mother is putting on a brave face.
But she needs a father in her life
The child needs a paternal presence in her life.
Just like the sand on the beach
Situations in life are as ubiquitous as sand on the shore.
Just like the ocean runs so deep
The experiences of life are complex and multifaceted.
We all must take our part
We all have a role in helping others.
And dig deep in our heart
We must act with compassion and empathy.
But I don't know where to start
I am uncertain regarding how to initiate meaningful change.
Someone tell me why
I seek an explanation for the struggles of life.
Why do things go the way they do
I am bewildered by the volatility of life.
Everybody I'm asking you can we
I beseech others to join me in effecting positive change.
Turn around, turn around, turn around
We can change the course of events in our lives.
Things don't have to be this way
We have the power to alter the status quo.
I'm looking for a better day can we
I am optimistic that we can create a brighter future.
Turn around, turn around, turn around
We must proactively work to improve our world.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CALVIN E. (GENE) TAYLOR
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