Their sophomore release, Anything Goes, failed to match the mainstream success of its predecessor although it did produce a #1 on the Club Chart, "Do You Wanna Get Funky." The group disbanded in 1994 when David Cole died of complications from spinal meningitis.
Clivillés and Cole had recorded dance music under other names, and had showcased different vocalists prior to starting their C+C Music Factory project. Their production work for the group Seduction is the most well-known of these earlier endeavours. After the huge success of their debut, they became highly sought after producers and worked with Mariah Carey, Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam, Whitney Houston, and James Brown amongst others.
Take a Toke
C+C Music Factory Lyrics
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I'll take you higher, higher
I'll take you higher, higher
I'll take you higher, higher
Take a toke slow or you might choke
I got the best love you ever smoked
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
Spark up the love you need in me, in me
Roll it up tight lightly
And don't let any fall down
Get rid of the slight debris between you and me
'Cause we don't need any bad seeds
'Cause all of my life, baby
I've been living kinda trife, sugar
No one to guide me through and
Day and night without a clue
And I really need someone
To point me in the right direction
Swing my way, parley parley
Prove my point that I am the joint
Take a toke slow or you might choke
I got the best love you ever smoked
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
So strong it'll make you choke
There's no need to try to front on you, on you
I'd rather be blunt
This much is true
Slide to the room, let's hit the boom, babe
So supersonic once you get to taste the chronic
More than you'll ever need
You ignite me and I'll ignite you
And once all the sheets burn, baby
I've got some more bambu
And when the smoke clears
Lady, still my eyes focus on you
Huff-n-puff some of my funk stuff
Prove my point that I am the joint,
You know I'm the joint
Take a toke slow or you might choke
I got the best love you ever smoked,
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
So strong it'll make you choke
I like it
I love it
I need it
I want it
Got to have it
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
So strong it'll make you choke
Take a toke slow or you might choke
I got the best love you ever smoked
The overall theme of the song "Take a Toke" by C+C Music Factory seems to be centered around smoking marijuana and the euphoric high that comes with it. The repetition of the phrase "I'll take you higher" emphasizes the idea that smoking this substance will lift you up and offer a temporary escape from reality. The lyrics are suggestive and sensual, using smoking as a metaphor for the pleasure and excitement of sexual intimacy. The line "spark up the love you need in me" is a double entendre, referring to both the act of smoking and the act of sexual arousal. The chorus warns the listener to take the hit slowly, not to inhale too deeply, and to be prepared for the potency of the drug.
However, the song also hints at a deeper desire for connection and guidance from a partner, a need for someone to help steer them in the right direction. The lines "I really need someone to point me in the right direction/ Swing my way, parley parley/ Prove my point that I am the joint" suggest a longing for a supportive and understanding partner. The use of the word "joint" also has a double meaning in this context, referencing both the drug and a loving partnership.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll take you higher, higher
I will elevate you to new heights, emotionally or possibly through drug use.
Take a toke slow or you might choke
Inhale the drug slowly or you may cough uncontrollably.
I got the best love you ever smoked
My affection is strong and enjoyable, like a powerful drug.
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
Partaking in this drug is not to be taken lightly.
So strong it will make you choke
The potency of the drug is so high that it may be overwhelming.
Spark up the love you need in me, in me
Stimulate the passion between us, let it grow and flourish.
Roll it up tight lightly
Prepare the drug (possibly marijuana) for consumption by rolling it into a joint.
And don't let any fall down
Be careful not to waste any of the drug by letting it fall.
Get rid of the slight debris between you and me
Remove any tension or negative energy that exists between us.
'Cause we don't need any bad seeds
We do not need negativity or toxic people in our lives.
'Cause all of my life, baby
Throughout my entire existence,
I've been living kinda trife, sugar
I have been living recklessly or carelessly, honey.
No one to guide me through and
I have lacked guidance and direction in life.
Day and night without a clue
I have been lost and unsure of myself.
And I really need someone
I am in need of a companion or romantic partner.
To point me in the right direction
To give me guidance and help me make good choices.
Swing my way, parley parley
Come my way and let's talk and flirt.
Prove my point that I am the joint
Show that I am the best, possibly in reference to drug quality, sexual prowess, or general excellence.
There's no need to try to front on you, on you
I don't need to pretend or put on a facade with you.
I'd rather be blunt
I prefer to be straightforward and honest.
This much is true
What I am saying is absolutely true.
Slide to the room, let's hit the boom, babe
Let's move to a private room and enjoy some loud music or sexual activity.
So supersonic once you get to taste the chronic
The effects of the drug are very strong and quick acting.
More than you'll ever need
There is an abundance of the drug available.
You ignite me and I'll ignite you
We will arouse each other and enjoy the passion between us.
And once all the sheets burn, baby
After we engage in sexual activity,
I've got some more bambu
I have more drugs available to consume.
And when the smoke clears
Once the effects of the drug have worn off,
Lady, still my eyes focus on you
My attention and affection remains on you.
Huff-n-puff some of my funk stuff
Inhale some of the drug I have provided.
I like it
I enjoy it.
I love it
I am deeply fond of it.
I need it
I require it for my happiness or well-being.
I want it
I strongly desire it.
Got to have it
I absolutely must possess it.
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
Partaking in this drug is not to be taken lightly.
So strong it'll make you choke
The potency of the drug is so high that it may be overwhelming.
Take a toke slow or you might choke
Inhale the drug slowly or you may cough uncontrollably.
I got the best love you ever smoked
My affection is strong and enjoyable, like a powerful drug.
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
Partaking in this drug is not to be taken lightly.
So strong it'll make you choke
The potency of the drug is so high that it may be overwhelming.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DURAN MIGUEL RAMOS, JORGE CORANTE, ROBERT CLIVILLES, ROBERT MANUEL CLIVILLES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@pauloalexandrefonseca664
@@daianemelo1505 De fato é um hino as drogas veja o que diz determinado trecho da música: Dá uma tragada devagar ou você vai engasgar
Tenho o melhor amor que você já fumou
Dá uma tragada, mas baby não é brincadeira
É tão forte, que você vai engasgar
Mas não podemos negar que essa música tem um ritmo e um balanço super legal. Foi apenas uma observação, não fique chateada.
@gleiceyara1194
I'll take you higher, higher
I'll take you higher, higher
I'll take you higher, higher
I'll take you higher, higher
Take a toke slow or you might choke
I got the best love you ever smoked
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
So strong it will make you choke
Spark up the love you need in me, in me
Roll it up tight lightly
And don't let any fall down
Get rid of the slight debris between you and me
'Cause we don't need any bad seeds
'Cause all of my life, baby
I've been living kinda trife, sugar
No one to guide me through and
Day and night without a clue
And I really need someone
To point me in the right direction
Swing my way, parley parley
Prove my point that I am the joint
Take a toke slow or you might choke
I got the best love you ever smoked
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
So strong it'll make you choke
There's no need to try to front on you, on you
I'd rather be blunt
This much is true
Slide to the room, let's hit the boom, babe
So supersonic once you get to taste the chronic
More than you'll ever need
You ignite me and I'll ignite you
And once all the sheets burn, baby
I've got some more bambu
And when the smoke clears
Lady, still my eyes focus on you
Huff-n-puff some of my funk stuff
Prove my point that I am the joint,
You know I'm the joint
Take a toke slow or you might choke
I got the best love you ever smoked,
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
So strong it'll make you choke
I like it
I love it
I need it
I want it
Got to have it
Take a toke but baby it's no joke
So strong it'll make you choke
Take a toke slow or you might choke
I got the best love you ever smoked
@EstelaMarcaldeAlmeida
Musica boa não envelhece! Alguém em 2024 ouvindo essa?
@Juh397
Euuu❤
@elisangelaoliveira2013
Euuu
@DagdaSimon
Tradução fala de baseado maconha,drogas
@user-yn2vi2qm7w
Eu conserteza
@user-yn2vi2qm7w
Muito boa
@Juh397
Alguém mais ouvindo esse clássico em 2024 ????
@beatrizbragaferreira
Eu!
@yansmith7510
tenho 25 anos e amo esses tipos de músicas, alguém ouvindo em 2023??
@marcospaulosantos5364
Ótimo gosto, só tem um problema vicia. Kkkk