A demo by the group found its way into the hands of Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds through his mother-in-law, Jacqueline McQuam, who held later various showcases to highlight their work. Impressed by their sound, Edmonds asked them to perform at a concert with After 7 and El Debarge and subsequently added Boyz II Men founding member Marc Nelson.
Az Yet released their self-titled debut in 1996 on LaFace Records. The album featured a who's who of musical heavyweights including David Foster, BabyFace, Sheila E.,and Brian McKnight. The first single, "Last Night" reached #1 on the R&B charts and #9 on the Hot 100, achieving platinum status. The group's second single, "Hard to Say I'm Sorry" (a cover of the Chicago hit), was nominated for a Grammy award (Best Performance by a Duo or Group) reached #8 on the Hot 100 and achieved platinum status. Driven by these two singles, the album reached RIAA platinum status in 2002.
Marc Nelson was removed from the group due to "personal differences" and pursued a solo career. Nelson was replaced by Tony Grant as lead singer who was subsequently replaced by Ledon Bishop.
During Tony Grant's brief tenure with Az Yet, the most significant recording he made with the group was an appearance on the popular remake of "You're The Inspiration" with Chicago's Peter Cetera in 1997. The group continued to tour for several more years, experiencing exceptional success in Europe, Australia and Japan.
Az Yet left LaFace for Dreamworks Records and later appeared on movie soundtracks for "Hav Plenty" (1998 Sony Music) and "Kingdom Come" (2001 GospoCentric Records) as well as the soundtrack for the short-lived television drama "Fame L.A." (1998 Polygram Records).
After the group's breakup in 2002 and parting from Dreamworks Records, Darryl Anthony composed a new group with LeDon Bishop, Kris Gilder and Dante Harper and released "That B U" in 2004. The EP experienced moderate success. This formation of Az Yet disbanded in late 2007.
In November 2007, the four remaining original members - Marc Nelson, Kenny Terry, Shawn Rivera and Dion Allen - reunited and began recording their sophomore album, set for release in September 2008. The group released their first single, "Share Life", on April 25, 2008.
Every Woman
Az Yet Lyrics
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Every Woman needs her man
To hold her and protect her
And tell her that's she beautiful
And how she feels he understands
A man that will not leave her but
Will stand right by her side
Every Woman needs her man
Her Man(repeat)
(help me say)
Every Woman needs her man
To fight for her
Die for her
Someone who will take the time
To place his heart inside of hers
A man that's not afraid to say
I'm sorry when he's wrong
So before you walk away
Just let me say
That lady needs her man
Her man Her man
(So remember to)
Tell her that you love her
(And that you)
Place no one above her
(And remind her)
What we have will last always
(Oh and tell her)
Meant to be together
(And that I..)
I will lead you never
(And I promise to)
Stay with you forever
Until my dying Day (Oh)
Every Woman needs her man
Who'd be true
Who'd say I do
Even when the skies are gray
He know that God will bring them through
A man that understands that love
It don't come everyday
So before you go
Just know that every woman needs
Her Man (oh)
Tell her that you love her
(And that you)
Place no one above her
(And remind her)
What we have will last always
(Oh and tell her)
Meant to be together
(Oh and tell her)
I will lead you never
(And I promise to)
Stay with you forever
Until my dying Day (Oh)
So before you go
Just know that every woman needs
So before you walk away
Just let me say that lady needs
So before you go
Just know that every woman
Needs her man
Hm Hm (ooh hm oh)
The song "Every Woman" by Az Yet is essentially a tribute to men who love, protect, and cherish the women in their lives. It cites various aspects of a healthy relationship, such as communication, forgiveness, and commitment, and highlights the importance of having a man who embodies those qualities. The lyrics stress the need for a man who remains steadfast in his support, even when faced with difficult times.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Every Woman needs her man" multiple times, emphasizing the notion that women need a partner who is willing to go above and beyond to make her feel loved and appreciated. The song also acknowledges that love is not always easy, and sometimes requires sacrifice and compromise. Nevertheless, the lyrics suggest that a good man will always be worth the effort and that a woman will thrive when she is with someone who truly cares for her.
Overall, "Every Woman" is a heartfelt and romantic tribute to the special bond that can exist between a man and a woman who truly love each other. It is a reminder to men that women need more than just physical affection - they also need emotional and psychological support to feel truly fulfilled in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Every Woman needs her man
A woman needs a loving and supportive partner in her life who will stand by her side and provide a sense of security and comfort.
To hold her and protect her
A woman wants a man who can offer physical and emotional protection and care.
And tell her that's she beautiful
A woman wants to be admired and appreciated for her physical appearance by her partner.
And how she feels he understands
A woman wants a partner who is empathetic and understanding towards her thoughts and feelings.
A man that will not leave her but
A woman desires someone who is committed and dedicated to her, and will not abandon her when things get tough.
Will stand right by her side
A woman wants a partner who will support her through thick and thin, and be there for her all the time.
So before you go just know that
Az Yet is warning men not to leave their female partners, and to understand the importance of fulfilling their partner's needs.
Every Woman needs her man Her Man
Repeating that every woman needs a man to emphasize the message of the song.
To fight for her
A woman wants a man who will stand up for her and protect her from harm.
Die for her
If called upon, a man must be willing to die to protect the woman he loves.
Someone who will take the time
A man should be patient and attentive enough to give his partner the time she needs.
To place his heart inside of hers
A woman wants a partner to be emotionally invested in the relationship and share his true feelings with her.
A man that's not afraid to say I'm sorry when he's wrong
A man should have the humility and courage to apologize when he makes a mistake or causes pain to his partner.
Just let me say That lady needs her man
The song is stressing the point that a woman needs a man to be truly happy and complete.
Tell her that you love her And that you Place no one above her
Men should show their love, commitment and devotion to their female partners by prioritizing and valuing them above all others.
What we have will last always
The song tries to convey that true love is eternal and will withstand all trials and tribulations.
Meant to be together
True love means that two people were destined to be together.
I will lead you never
A true partner is an equal and supportive person, not someone who tries to dominate or control the relationship.
Stay with you forever Until my dying Day (Oh)
The singer promises to be loyal, committed, and dedicated to his partner for the rest of his life.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, FOX MUSIC, INC., Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: KIRK FRANKLIN
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