Based on sales, Boyz II Men is one of the most successful R&B groups of all time, having recorded five #1 pop hits between 1992 and 1997. They have since topped sales of 25 million records. Three of their #1 hits, "End of the Road", "I'll Make Love to You", and "One Sweet Day" (a duet with Mariah Carey), set and broke records for the longest period of time a single remained at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Boyz II Men were originally signed to Motown Records from 1990 to 2000, at which point they were moved to parent label Universal Records. After the 2000 album Nathan Shawn Michael Wanya, Boyz II Men moved to Arista Records. In 2003, Michael McCary left the group due to chronic back problems resulting from scoliosis. As of 2005, Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman, and Nathan Morris continue to tour and record as a trio.
Motown Philly
Boyz II Men Lyrics
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Motownphilly's back again
Doin' a little east coast fling
Boyz II Men going off
Not too hard, not too soft
It's long overdue but now
Boyz II Men, ABC, BBD
The east coast family
Never skipped a beat, na
While cooling on South street
Jet black Benz, plenty of friends
And all the Philly steaks you could eat
Back in school we used to dream about this everyday
Could it really happen?
Or do dreams fade away?
Then we started singing them
They said it sounded smooth
So we started a group and here we are
Kickin' it just for you
Motownphilly's back again
Doin' a little east coast fling
Boyz II Men going off
Not too hard, not too soft
The spotlight is on us now
Watch us do this
Da da, daaa da da, da da da da da da
Live and direct from Philly town
Rap and hype and we can get down
We are ready to roll
So now the world will know that we were
Back in school we used to dream about this everyday
Could it really happen?
Or do dreams fade away?
Then we started singing them
They said it sounded smooth
So we started a group and here we are
Kickin' it just for you
Motownphilly's back again
Doin' a little east coast fling
Boyz II Men going off
Not too hard, not too soft
Doom doom doom da da, doom doom doom da da
Da di da di da da, da da, daa daa daa
Doom doom doom da da, doom doom doom da da
Da di da di da da, da da, daa daa daa
Motownphilly's back again
Doin' a little east coast fling
Boyz II Men going off
Not too hard, not too soft
The lyrics of Boyz II Men's song Motown Philly celebrate the success and rise to fame of the group. The first verse introduces their return to the music scene, accompanied by an upbeat, confident rhythm. The song highlights their identity as an East Coast group, incorporating references to their hometown of Philadelphia, such as singing about the Philly steaks they used to eat. The chorus repeats the line "Motown Philly's back again", emphasizing their return, and continues to describe their music as "not too hard, not too soft".
The second verse delves deeper into their background and origins, revealing that they used to dream about making it big in music while in school. It then goes on to describe how they formed a group and began singing together, eventually developing their signature smooth sound. The bridge of the song features a catchy melody that is meant to hype up the audience and solidify their position in the music industry. The lyrics conclude by celebrating their success once again and reiterating their signature sound and identity as an East Coast group.
Line by Line Meaning
Motownphilly's back again
We, Boyz II Men, are back on the music scene with a bang, repping for our hometown of Philadelphia and bringing our unique style to the forefront.
Doin' a little east coast fling
We're bringing our east coast flavor to the table, rhyming and singing with passion and energy that will light up your day.
Boyz II Men going off
We're not holding back, bringing our A-game and making sure that our music resonates with the audience in the best way possible. It's time for us to shine!
Not too hard, not too soft
We're not overdoing it with our music, providing a balance that's just right. It's not too loud or too soft, but just what the audience needs.
Back in school we used to dream about this everyday
We have been dreaming of making it big in the music industry since we were going to school. This has been our lifelong passion and we've worked hard to make it a reality.
Could it really happen? Or do dreams fade away?
We had doubts about whether we could achieve our dreams or if they would eventually fade away. But we persevered and kept pushing forward, and now we're making our dreams come true.
Then we started singing them
We started out by singing our favorite songs and creating our own music. It was our passion and we never lost sight of that.
They said it sounded smooth
People appreciated our music and recognized how smooth and harmonious it was. It gave us the confidence to keep pursuing our dreams and making music that resonated with our audience.
So we started a group and here we are
We decided to form a group together and use our talents to create music that would make an impact in the world. We worked hard to perfect our craft and now we're here, making music that we love and have a passion for.
Kickin' it just for you
Our music is for the people, and we create it with the intention of entertaining and inspiring our audience. We're giving our all to make music that you will enjoy and appreciate.
The spotlight is on us now
Our music is in the spotlight, and we're excited to show the world what we've got. We're confident in our abilities and want the world to see us shine.
Watch us do this
We're ready to show the world what we're made of, and our music is proof of that. Watch us perform and take in the energy and joy that we bring to the stage.
Live and direct from Philly town
We're coming straight from Philadelphia, bringing our unique sound and style to the world. We're proud of our roots and are excited to share them with the world through our music.
Rap and hype and we can get down
Our music is not just about singing, but also incorporates elements of rap and hype. We love to mix it up and keep our music fresh and exciting.
We are ready to roll
We are ready to take on the world with our music and show everyone what we're capable of. We have worked hard to hone our skills and now we're ready to share our passion with the world.
So now the world will know that we were
Our music will speak for itself and reveal who we are as artists. We're excited to put ourselves out there and have the world know and appreciate our music.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DALLAS AUSTIN, SHAWN STOCKMAN, NATHAN B MORRIS, MICHAEL BIVENS
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GamerTimeFunTime. this track was released in 1991
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