His undeniable musical strengths are sprung from a long bloodline of musical talents such as his grandmother, Rock and Roll’s Hall of Fame, Josephine Howard of “The Caravans”. She made history by having the first gospel song to play on secular radio. His mother, Miki Howard, a successful singer/songwriter was signed to Atlantic records and collected numerous accolades throughout her career. B. Howard’s musical proficiencies were further developed through his close ties with the legendary Jackson Family. From a very young age, this influential bond has been a part of what shaped his imminent career.
He’s been blessed to work with a wide range of mainstream artists as a producer and songwriter. The long list includes artists such as Ne-Yo, Chris Brown, Missy Elliott, Ginuwine, Emily King, Cheri Dennis, Trey Songz, Dru Hill, Jay Sean, Marques Houston, and Lupe Fiasco. He recently produced “Ke Nako” – a song that features Wyclef Jean, Jazmine Sullivan, and Nelson Mandela favorite J Pre. “Ke Nako” is featured on the Official World Cup Album releasing globally through Sony Music and more importantly, marks his official debut as a recording artist.
After working with so many talented solo artists, B. Howard has launched his own Entertainment Company, 6 Point Entertainment, with industry vet Jonnie Forster. Through 6 Point’s deal with Universal Records Japan, B. Howard’s heavily anticipated debut album, “Genesis” releasing July 7, 2010.
Take It Slow
B. Howard Lyrics
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Too much on the line
They talking about me
They not in my mind yeah
When I'm around you I admit I feel safe now
Make me want to move out the hood-want to relocate now
Can we talk for a minute?
I was gone for a minute yeah yeah
My word alive and its sharper than a real knife real shit
Baby girl I just want you real shit
You don't got to ever ever know know
I know things is kind of moving fast oh
You say you just want to take it slow slow
Lets take it slow
The foreign is ghost
I hop on the road
I know what I know
Back on the low
Yeah Im back on the low
I got it all girl
Let's take it slow
Lets take it slow
Take it slow
Slow slow slow
Slow yeah
Lets take it slow but moving faster
They don't even got to know
You're the main character in my chapter
Cause you're the one who makes me okay
Cause you're the one who brights up my day
Just don't ever leave baby stay
You don't got to ever ever know know
I know things is kind of moving fast oh
You say you just want to take it slow slow
Lets take it slow
The foreign is ghost
I hop on the road
I know what I know
Back on the low
Yeah Im back on the low
I got it all girl
Let's take it slow
Lets take it slow
Take it slow
Slow slow slow
Slow yeah
In B. Howard's song "Take it Slow," he opens up about feeling overwhelmed by the pressure of his success and fame. He starts off the song saying, "I need advice, too much on the line. They are talking about me, they're not in my mind, yeah." Here, Howard is referencing the constant media scrutiny that comes with being a public figure. He then goes on to express how being around his love interest makes him feel safe and motivated to make positive changes in his life. He says, "When I'm around you, I admit I feel safe now. Make me want to move out the hood-want to relocate now."
While Howard acknowledges that things are moving fast in his life, he's willing to take things slow when it comes to his relationship. He says, "You say you just want to take it slow, slow. Let's take it slow." Howard is aware that his love interest may not fully understand the complexities of his life and career, and he's willing to take things at a pace that she's comfortable with. He ends the song by saying, "I got it all, girl. Let's take it slow. Take it slow, slow, slow, slow, yeah."
Overall, "Take it Slow" is a vulnerable and honest portrayal of the pressures that come with fame and success, and how having a supportive partner can help ease that burden.
Line by Line Meaning
I need advice
I am seeking guidance
Too much on the line
There is a lot at stake
They talking about me
People are gossiping about me
They not in my mind yeah
They do not know my thoughts
When I'm around you I admit I feel safe now
Being with you makes me feel secure
Make me want to move out the hood-want to relocate now
You inspire me to leave my troubled past behind
Can we talk for a minute?
May we have a conversation?
I was gone for a minute yeah yeah
I was not present for some time
Not on the road but dealing with hoes I don't like these women
I was not touring, but dealing with women I do not care for
My word alive and its sharper than a real knife real shit
I am honest and truthful with my words
Baby girl I just want you real shit
I truly want you, my dear
You don't got to ever ever know know
No need for you to know everything
I know things is kind of moving fast oh
I am aware things are progressing quickly
You say you just want to take it slow slow
You want to proceed at a leisurely pace
Lets take it slow
We should move at a slower pace
The foreign is ghost
My luxury car is fast
I hop on the road
I go on tours
I know what I know
I am confident in what I know
Back on the low
Keeping a low profile again
Yeah Im back on the low
I prefer to stay out of the spotlight
I got it all girl
I have everything, my dear
Let's take it slow
We should proceed at a leisurely pace
Take it slow
We should move at a slower pace
Slow slow slow
We should proceed at a leisurely pace
Slow yeah
We should move slowly
Lets take it slow but moving faster
Let's take it slow, but progress quickly
They don't even got to know
No one else needs to know
You're the main character in my chapter
You are the most important person in my life
Cause you're the one who makes me okay
You are the reason for my happiness
Cause you're the one who brights up my day
You bring light to my life
Just don't ever leave baby stay
Please do not leave my side, my love
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Alana Marsh, Tony Roberson
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