The three original members of Brownstone were Nicole "Nicci" Gilbert, Charmayne "Maxee" Maxwell and Monica "Mimi" Doby. The group was founded in Los Angeles after the three singers met each other after going to different auditions around the city. They formed the group, and less than a year later were signed to Michael Jackson's MJJ Music Record Label. They recorded their debut album, From the Bottom Up which spawned the hit "If You Love Me". In 1995 the band was rewarded with a Grammy nomination and a Billboard Music Award.
After extensive touring around the globe, Doby left the group after what was released in the media. In an interview with BET Video Soul host Donnie Simpson Doby cited a medical problem of bronchitis, but was later revealed to be because of internal strife with the other two members of the group[citation needed]. She was replaced by Kina Cosper and after a difficult transition period where their audience was not very receptive to the change, Brownstone had a brief showing with "5 Miles to Empty". However, the group never regained their popularity, and their subsequent albums were considered commercial failures.
Since the group broke up Nicole "Nicci" Gilbert has acted in the 1998 film Woo, staring Jada Pinkett Smith and Dave Chappelle, as well as television shows Living Single, Sister, Sister, New York Undercover, and Martin and the 2004 Tyler Perry play Meet the Browns as Aunt Vera.
Don't Cry For Me
Brownstone Lyrics
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Don't cry for me baby, I'll be back soon
I know that life can make it hard today
When the one you love is gone away
But you have to be strong
You must carry on like love
There's always light shining bright within
And we must always understand
Our love is stronger than a man and wider than all of his love
Don't cry for me baby, I'll be back with you one day soon
(Oh yeah)
Don't cry for me baby, I'll be back soon
(I'll be with you soon)
Don't cry for me baby, I'll be back soon
Stand tall, keep striving to positive
In your memories love will always win
Keep your visions clear and bright
Just take control of life
I see the sadness that you feel inside
Wipe your tears away, hold your head up high
Believe in love, believe it low
And trust that you will survive and find a piece of mind
Don't cry for me baby, I'll be back with you one day soon
(Don't cry)
Don't cry for me baby, I'll be back soon
(No)
Don't cry baby dry your eyes
I know every thing's gonna be alright
Don't cry no, no don't cry
Don't cry baby dry your eyes
I know every thing's gonna be alright
Don't cry no, no don't cry
Don't cry baby dry your eyes
I know every thing's gonna be alright
Don't cry no, no don't cry
Don't cry baby dry your eyes
I know every thing's gonna be alright
Don't cry no, no don't cry
No, no, no, oh, no, no, no, oh, cry
No, no, no, oh, no, no, no, oh
The lyrics of Brownstone's song "Don't Cry For Me" speak about the pain of separation from a loved one and the promise of a reunion. The song's narrator comforts her partner, telling them not to cry because she will be back with them soon. She acknowledges the difficulty of being separated from someone you love, but urges her partner to stay strong and carry on. The lyrics also emphasize the power of love to endure and triumph over any obstacle.
The phrase "don't cry for me" appears repeatedly throughout the song, reinforcing the message of hope and reassurance. The song's chorus is particularly impactful, with the repetition of "Don't cry for me baby, I'll be back with you one day soon." This line serves as a reminder that separation is only temporary and that love will conquer all. The singer also encourages her partner to keep their spirits up and to believe in themselves and their love.
Overall, "Don't Cry For Me" is a powerful and emotional song about the pain of separation from a loved one and the promise of a reunion. Its lyrics provide comfort and reassurance to anyone struggling with the difficulties of a long-distance relationship or other separation.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't cry for me baby, I'll be back with you one day soon
I don't want you to cry for me because I will be returning to you very soon.
Don't cry for me baby, I'll be back soon
Please don't cry for me, I will be back with you soon.
I know that life can make it hard today
I understand that life can be difficult at times.
When the one you love is gone away
When the person you love is not with you.
But you have to be strong
You have to remain strong despite the circumstances.
You must carry on like love
You must continue to go on just like love never fades.
Although time seems that you won't forget
Even though it may seem like you won't forget over time.
There's always light shining bright within
There is always a glimmer of hope.
And we must always understand
We have to comprehend.
Our love is stronger than a man and wider than all of his love
Our affection is more potent than any man's and can't be contained.
Stand tall, keep striving to positive
Continue to push forward and remain positive through it all.
In your memories love will always win
Love will always prevail in your memories.
Keep your visions clear and bright
Keep your goals and aspirations clear and vivid.
Just take control of life
Take charge of your life.
I see the sadness that you feel inside
I notice the sorrow that you carry within.
Wipe your tears away, hold your head up high
Dry your eyes and maintain a positive attitude.
Believe in love, believe it low
Trust in love's power, even in difficult times.
And trust that you will survive and find a piece of mind
Have faith in your ability to endure and discover peace of mind.
Don't cry baby dry your eyes
Please don't cry, dry your eyes.
I know every thing's gonna be alright
I know everything will turn out fine.
Don't cry no, no don't cry
Please do not cry, no, no, do not cry.
No, no, no, oh, no, no, no, oh, cry
No, no, no, oh, no, no, no, oh, no tears.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DARIN WHITTINGTON, GARY GLENN, GARY EUGENE JENKINS, JONATHEN RASBORO, JONATHEN L. RASBORO
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colin Mclennon
Two words.......OUTSTANDING VOCALS!!!!
Troy Francis
Great musicianship; you have to be a true singer on this (can't hide behind anything). Such beautiful sisters singing. Takes me back.
Nikki Buckner
This song had me in tears one day it really touched me. Made me feel at peace while reminiscing about loved ones that are resting in Heaven. Thank you Brownstone for your beautiful words and angelic voices.
Ndumiso Mbaliswana
I feel sorry for people who do not know and have never heard this song before. This right here is the kind of song that does something in you, i think Shakespeare would have struggled explain this beautiful song by these beautiful ladies. This here is perfection at its best............Thank you for the memories Brownstone. We are really missing beautiful and clean music.
Phillip Ndoda Gqitiyeza
Everytime I hear this song, I think about a friend who passed on in 1997, who actually gave me a cassette of this album..May her soul rest in peace.
Sephiwe Ndaba
just makes ur heart melt...you dont get music likes this anymore so much soul
RiverMandela
when I tell you they have to be one of the best r&b girl group ever!!!!!!! These songs were serious and still ride out now!!!!!!!
Samuel Mwangi
Their harmony was impeccable.
Crystal Chainz
Mimi's high notes are out of this world and so effortless
foreverfitchicago
This song is so touching it makes you cry if someone special in your life has passed away.