Carl Thomas (born June 15, 1972 in Aurora, Chicago, Illinois, United States… Read Full Bio ↴Carl Thomas (born June 15, 1972 in Aurora, Chicago, Illinois, United States) is an African-American R&B singer. He attended Aurora East High School. Although Thomas was originally part of "The Formula" (Epic Records) who released a song, "Pass it Over." He is best known as an artist on Sean "P. Diddy" Combs' Bad Boy Entertainment record label. Among his most popular hits are "I Wish" and "Emotional", both from his 1999 debut LP, Emotional. His latest effort Let's Talk About It (2004) includes songs "She Is" featuring rap vocals by LL Cool J, "Make It Alright" produced by Mike City, and "Rebound" which was produced and written by singer songwriter Eric Roberson. He is featured on Amerie's album "Touch" (2005). He was originally going to be featured on fellow Chicago-native rapper Rhymefest debut album Blue Collar on the song LSD (Lake Shore Drive), but the song was not included in the album. He has left Bad Boy and now signed to Interscope. On the 2006 Tupac album Pac's Life, he was featured beside Tupac, Hussein Fatal and Papoose on the track Dumpin'.

His first song recorded since being signed to Interscope is named, "Somethin' Bout Cha" which features the veteran R&B singer, Brandy singing backgrounds and some melody. No word on an upcoming album.

Four new tracks are leaked: the new single, "I Thought You Should Know", "Two Pieces", "One Love" and "Oh No".

On December 7, 2006, Thomas earned a Grammy Award nomination along with Chaka Khan, Yolanda Adams, and the late Gerald Levert for "Everyday (Family Reunion)", a song from the soundtrack of Tyler Perry's Madea's Family Reunion. The song received a nomination for Best R&B Performance by a Duo Or Group With Vocals.

Thats What You Are
Carl Thomas Lyrics

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Whoa..yeah..ahh.whoa, ooo.
Ah common a rose for you
A simple flower that only blooms in June
Or when you come around

And, those things we like to do
Like taking walks along the park,
And holding hands, with my lover friend

[Hook]
Whoa, (thats what you are)
Ah huh (thats what you are)
Uh huuh (the way you've always been)
The way you've always been (ehh everyday)
That's what you are(thats what you are)

Uh huh (and I'll love you till the end)
Oh yeah
Love wrapped in my cacoon
Kept inside but soon the world we truly see

What you really mean
And these words may be over due
But I can only tell how much I've really changed
All because of love I get from you

[Hook]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Carl Thomas's song "That's What You Are" are an ode to a lover who brings joy, light, and transformation into the singer's life. The song begins with the singer offering a rose as a symbol of his affection, emphasizing that it only blooms when the beloved is around. The following verses describe the simple pleasures shared between the two lovers, such as walking in the park and holding hands. The lyrics suggest a deep intimacy and connection between the two, which the singer cherishes and celebrates.

The chorus reinforces the idea that the lover is a constant source of inspiration and happiness, captured in the repeated refrain "That's what you are." The singer acknowledges the impact the relationship has had on his life, stating that he has "really changed/all because of love I get from you." The final verse suggests that the love shared between the two is transformative, allowing them to see the world in a new light.

Overall, the lyrics of "That's What You Are" express a deep and genuine love between two people and emphasize the transformative power of such a connection.

Line by Line Meaning

Ah common a rose for you
I want to express my love for you with this simple gesture

A simple flower that only blooms in June
This flower symbolizes the fleeting beauty of our love that only blooms for a short period

Or when you come around
But when you're here with me, it feels like we are in full bloom, and our love will last forever

And, those things we like to do
We share happy memories of doing things we both enjoy

Like taking walks along the park,
like long walks in nature where we can find peace in each other's company

And holding hands, with my lover friend
and feeling the warmth and care in holding each other's hand

Whoa, (thats what you are)
You are my everything, and I can't imagine life without you

Ah huh (thats what you are)
You are a constant presence in my life, bringing joy and meaning

Uh huuh (the way you've always been)
You continue to amaze me with your unwavering love and support

The way you've always been (ehh everyday)
You make every day of my life a little bit brighter with your love

Uh huh (and I'll love you till the end)
I pledge my love and devotion to you until the end of time

Oh yeah
My love for you is unbreakable and unwavering, and I will do anything to show you how much you mean to me

Love wrapped in my cacoon
I feel safe and protected in the cocoon of our love

Kept inside but soon the world we truly see
Our love may be private, but its impact on our lives and the world around us is profound

What you really mean
I am constantly discovering new depths of your love and what it means to me

And these words may be over due
I may not have told you enough how much I love and appreciate you

But I can only tell how much I've really changed
But because of your love, I have grown and changed for the better

All because of love I get from you
Your love is a transformative force in my life, and for that, I will always be grateful

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RYAN LESLIE, DAVID LIANG, CARL THOMAS

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