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.
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Bell Biv DeVoe Lyrics
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I never meant to hurt you
Please forgive me
Tears I see drop from your eyes
Tell me why you cry
Guilt I feel when you look at me
Did I let you down
Girl, you see that I
I apologize
Tell me what to do
To get through to you
Girl, it's not the same
I know I was to blame
Just tell me when will I
See you smile again
Tell me when will I see you smile again
'Cause I know I messed up, baby
And I know you're fed up, sugar
Tell me when will I see you smile again
'Cause I know I messed up, baby
And I know you're fed up, sugar
Promises I know I made many times before
And I broke each one of them
But I had to learn over and over again
Don't hurt the one you love
Girl, you see that I
I apologize
Tell me what to do
To get through to you
Girl, it's not the same
I know I was to blame
Just tell me when will I
See you smile again
Tell me when will I see you smile again
'Cause I know I messed up, baby
And I know you're fed up, sugar
Tell me when will I see you smile again
'Cause I know I messed up, baby
And I know you're fed up, sugar
Look, baby
Listen
Please forgive me for all the wrong I've done
You see, I just can't understand
Why I keep making this same kind of mistake
Over and over again
But there's one question that remains in the back of my mind now
And that is
When will I see you smile again
Tell me when will I see you smile again (maybe we can talk it over)
'Cause I know I messed up, baby (maybe we can work it out)
And I know you're fed up, sugar
Tell me when will I see you smile again
'Cause I know I messed up, baby
And I know you're fed up, sugar (is there something I can do)
Tell me when will I see you smile again
'Cause I know I messed up, baby
And I know you're fed up, sugar
Tell me when will I see you smile again
The song "When Will I See You Smile Again" by Bell Biv DeVoe is an apology song. The opening lyrics express the singer's regret for hurting his partner by saying "I'm so sorry, baby / I never meant to hurt you / Please forgive me." The singer then goes on to acknowledge the tears in his partner's eyes and his guilt for letting her down. He apologizes and asks for her forgiveness, promising that he will not make the same mistake again. The chorus of the song repeats the main question: "Tell me when will I see you smile again," emphasizing the singer's desire to make things right and restore his partner's happiness.
Overall, the song conveys a feeling of remorse and candid acknowledgment of the singer's faults. Through the lyrics, the singer is pleading with his partner to give him a second chance and work things out. The song is notable for its catchy melody and the harmony of the three singers, which delivers a powerful message of forgiveness and hope for a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so sorry, baby
Expressing remorse for causing pain
I never meant to hurt you
Claiming no intention to cause harm
Please forgive me
Requesting for forgiveness
Tears I see drop from your eyes
Noticing the emotional pain caused
Tell me why you cry
Asking for an explanation to understand the situation better
Guilt I feel when you look at me
Feeling remorseful for one's actions
Did I let you down
Asking if one's actions caused disappointment
Girl, you see that I
Acknowledging the presence of the person one is addressing
I apologize
Offering an apology for one's actions
Tell me what to do
Asking for guidance on how to make amends
To get through to you
Expressing desire to repair the relationship
Girl, it's not the same
Acknowledging the change in the relationship after one's actions
I know I was to blame
Accepting responsibility for one's actions
Just tell me when will I
Seeking information on how to repair the relationship
See you smile again
Wishing for a return of happiness in the relationship
Promises I know I made many times before
Admitting to making promises in the past
And I broke each one of them
Acknowledging that past promises were not fulfilled
But I had to learn over and over again
Expressing a willingness to change and improve
Don't hurt the one you love
Offering relationship advice based on past mistakes
Look, baby
Addressing the person affectionately
Listen
Requesting the person's attention
Please forgive me for all the wrong I've done
Asking for forgiveness for all past mistakes
You see, I just can't understand
Admitting confusion and lack of understanding
Why I keep making this same kind of mistake
Expressing frustration over repeating past mistakes
Over and over again
Emphasizing repetition of past mistakes
But there's one question that remains in the back of my mind now
Admitting a lingering question or doubt about the relationship
And that is
Transitioning into the question
When will I see you smile again
Repeating the question from earlier
Maybe we can talk it over
Suggesting a conversation to resolve the issue
Maybe we can work it out
Expressing a desire to find a solution together
Is there something I can do
Asking if there is any specific action that can be taken to improve the situation
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: ALTON "WOKIE" STEWART, TIMOTHY WILLIAM GATLING, WILLIAM GATLING TIMOTHY
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GT Tg
Ricky doesn't over sing - he lets the song come to him and just glides across the track. No growling or shouting - just notes that speak to your soul. Dude can blow.
K Scott
Amen
Eman
Facts , underrated vocalist
Ash Monae
Still even live. New edition is my fave groups.
Lue Weston
facts he was def slept on for sure
DC Riloo
Riz sarcastically told him when he was trying to leave the group that he knew Ricky always wanted to sing lead. Ricky showed him
Dedra Barnes
This shit still SLAP in 2023..
“Ooh…. Hey Hey….”
I’ve listened to this song for 30 + years and it still hit the damn SAME!!!! ❤❤😂
Real talk…
❤#Timeless Classic….
Gunter Butler
Musicianship is a craft
Eric Freeman
And if the world 🌍 last it will punch🤜🏾😫 In 3023
The Hip Hop Hammock
Facts