Bell Biv Devoe's debut album Poison has a variety of producers, including Dr. Freeze and Spyderman, Wolf & Epic (Richard Wolf & Bret "Epic" Mazur), Guy's Timmy Gatling, and Public Enemy's Hank Shocklee and Keith Shocklee. As a result, Bell Biv DeVoe's first album "Poison" has a larger new jack swing composition as compared to New Edition releases. BBD was a pioneering group that was the first to successfully combine hip-hop with R&B & pop. The CD was released in 1990, and its title track became a #1 hit on the R&B chart. The singles that followed were "Do Me!", "B.B.D. (I Thought It Was Me)?", "When Will I See You Smile Again", and "Dope!" (the latter was retitled "She's Dope!" upon release due to the rising drug abuse among children). Poison sold over three million copies. The remix album WBBD-Bootcity! The Remixes, with the Wolf & Epic produced "Word To The Mutha!" as accompanying single, was released the next year and was certified gold.
Bell Biv Devoe sold in excess of 4 million albums, prompting performances on the 1990 American Music Awards and other such ceremonies.
Bivins took time off from recording to search for new talent and bring together the East Coast Family, discovering and producing debut albums for the groups for Another Bad Creation and Boyz II Men, and little known Sudden Impact. They had two name changes, first to Whytguys and then to The Outsiderz. Bell Biv DeVoe's second album, Hootie Mack, was released in 1993 and spawned the singles "Gangsta", "Above The Rim", "Something In Your Eyes" and "Show Me the Way".
In 1996, Bell, Bivins, and DeVoe participated in the reunion of New Edition and toured in support of the CD Home Again on the MCA record label. In 2001, Bell Biv DeVoe's third album, B.B.D., was released. This latest effort saw Bell Biv Devoe exploring a more, hardcore rap style/R&B approach. It received mixed reviews. "BBD" was marginally successful peaking at #62 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
Ronnie DeVoe is now a real estate agent in the Atlanta, Georgia area but still remains with New Edition.[1] He is very passionate about nutrition, especially healthy eating, and is currently collaborating with the group Viking Pimps on their up-coming album.
In October 2008, Bell, Biv, and Devoe were on the radio with V103 (Atlanta) where they played a sneak peak at a new track entitled, "That Girl." Another sneak peak is also available for valentines day called "welcome to my heart." See link below.
In February 2009, Bell Biv Devoe dropped 2 new tracks on itunes. " Welcome to My Heart " and " You ". They are working on a new album.
In June 2009, Bell Biv Devoe performed with Ne-Yo at the 2009 BET Awards. Visit http://www.myspace.com/officialbellbivdevoe their official MySpace.
Let Me Know Something?!
Bell Biv DeVoe Lyrics
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You walk around with your hair and nails done
Your friends try to talk to you
You treat them like you just don't care
It all about what you need
'Cause I know how you live from day to day
So let's sit and talk about it
Let me know something
Let me know something, girl
Let me know something
What's on your mind?
Let me know something
Just let me know something, girl
Let me know something
What's on your mind?
Girl, you don't response when I speak to you
Girl, happiest when I speak to you
These lyrics from Bell Biv DeVoe's song "Let Me Know Something?!" are directed toward a woman who exudes confidence and appears to have it all together on the surface, but is possibly struggling with deeper issues that are not immediately apparent. The opening lines challenge her perceived sense of superiority by asking if she thinks she's "hot" and pointing out her attention to superficial details like her hair and nails, which suggests that her focus may be on maintaining her appearance rather than addressing any inner turmoil. The following lines accuse her of disregarding the needs and concerns of her friends, which further implies that she is self-absorbed to the point of potential isolation.
The chorus then shifts the tone to a more empathetic stance, with the singer expressing a desire to understand what's really going on beneath the surface. He acknowledges that he knows how she tends to live day to day, but believes she needs a break from that routine and encourages her to open up about what's on her mind. He repeats the title phrase "Let me know something" with a sense of urgency, suggesting that he values her honesty and wants to provide a listening ear and shoulder to lean on.
Overall, this song seems to be about the difficulty of connecting with others when you're struggling with personal challenges that may make you feel isolated or misunderstood. The lyrics highlight the importance of vulnerability and communication in building stronger relationships, and urge listeners not to judge others based on external appearances or actions.
Line by Line Meaning
You think you hot, girl?
Do you believe that you are better than others, especially your friends?
You walk around with your hair and nails done
You have a well-treated appearance that shows how much you care for yourself.
Your friends try to talk to you
Your friends attempt to connect with you in order to create a relationship.
You treat them like you just don't care
You show an unresponsive attitude towards your friends and their opinions.
It all about what you need
Your behavior revolves around the things that you want or desire.
'Cause I know how you live from day to day
I understand how you go about your daily routines and habits.
So let's sit and talk about it
We should have a conversation to address any issues or concerns that you may have.
'Cause you desire a break today
You need a respite from your daily life and responsibilities.
Let me know something
Please communicate with me and give me some information or insight.
Let me know something, girl
I am asking you, specifically, to confide in me.
What's on your mind?
I would like to know what thoughts or concerns are currently occupying your thoughts.
Just let me know something, girl
Please share something with me, even if it is just a small detail.
Girl, you don't respond when I speak to you
You do not give any feedback or acknowledgement when I try to speak with you.
Girl, happiest when I speak to you
You seem most content and pleased when we have a discussion or interaction.
Lyrics © REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RONEY HOOKS, KEITH SHOCKLEE, DARROL DURANT, ERIC T. SADLER
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