Wheeler is also a founding member of the female vocal group 'Brown Sugar' along with vocalist Kofi whose solo hit "Black is My Colour" is today considered in reggae circles a classic. In fact the two were re-united in October 2005 at the Metropolitan Black Police Association's annual gala at The Barbican in London.
After her success with Soul II Soul, Wheeler enbarked on a solo career, and released two albums: UK Blak (1990) and Beach of the War Goddess (1993). Her biggest solo success single is "Livin' In The Light" from her first solo album, which hit #53 on the Hot 100 and spent a week at #1 on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart in 1989. It also reached the Top 20 in the UK Singles Chart.
Wheeler's only other solo Top 40 hit single was the title track from UK Blak. She also featured with Soul II Soul on the soundtrack to the Angela Bassett movie, How Stella Got Her Groove Back in 1998. More recently, Wheeler featured on Richard X's 2003 album, Richard X Presents His X-Factor Vol. 1
PROUD
Caron Wheeler Lyrics
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I'm so proud you made me your girl
I am honored to be your lady
I'm so proud to be your baby
No matter, whatever kind of day
Have to weigh priorities
Feel it's best to push other things aside
More time, everything is fine
Yet I sense you doubt me
Hearsay has a funny way
Making good look ugly
Friend of mine I guess in need of reassuring, oh, yeah
I love, love with you it's all in all inspiring
Ooh, it's so good to be in your world
I'm so proud you made me your girl
(So proud)
I am honored to be your lady
(To be mine)
I'm so proud to be your baby
(Got to believe)
In your world
(So good)
I'm so proud you made me your girl
(So proud)
I am honored to be your lady
I'm so proud to be your baby
There's nothing like living for today
You I do appreciate
Within our love, learning how to be
Finer side you're showing me
Who knows how it's gonna go
Still inside I'm growing
I hope you can feel you're not alone
In that deeper knowing
Friend of mine I guess in need of reassuring, ooh
Oh, I love, love with you it's all in all, high
Ooh, it's so good to be in your world
I'm so proud you made me your girl
(Oh, so proud)
I am honored to be your lady
(That you be mine
I'm so proud to be your baby
In your world
I'm so proud you made me your girl
(So proud)
I am honored to be your lady
(That you be mine)
I'm so proud to be your baby
Ooh-ooh-ooh...
Now it's just so far we've come a good way, oh
Many ups and downs but all in all still caring
Ooh, it's so good to be in your world
I'm so proud you made me your girl
(So proud)
I am honored to be your lady
(That you be mine)
I'm so proud to be your baby
(You gotta believe)
In your world
(I love you)
I'm so proud you made me your girl
(So good)
I am honored to be your lady
I'm so proud to be your baby
In your world
(Whoa, whoa, whoa)
I'm so proud you made me your girl
(I'm so proud)
I am honored to be your lady
(To be your baby)
I'm so proud to be your baby
The lyrics of the song "Proud" by Caron Wheeler express her pride and honor in being in a relationship with her partner. She opens the song by highlighting the privilege she feels for being a part of her partner's world, and how proud and honored she is to be his girl, lady, and baby. However, there are certain challenges that come with being in a relationship and she acknowledges that sometimes priorities have to be weighed, and certain things have to be put aside to focus on their private life. Despite their issues, the love she shares with her partner inspires and uplifts her.
In the second verse, Caron talks about their journey of love and the lessons they have learned together. She acknowledges the finer side of her partner that he is showing her through their relationship, and despite not knowing how their journey will pan out, she is grateful for the growth and deeper knowing they share. The bridge of the song is a reflection of their journey, it highlights the ups and downs, and how they have overcome hurdles to still love and care for each other.
In summary, the lyrics of "Proud" are a declaration of love, pride, and honor for the singer's partner. The song highlights the challenges, ups and downs of a relationship, but ultimately celebrates the deep love and care they share for each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh, it's so good to be in your world
Being with you makes me feel incredibly happy and fulfilled.
I'm so proud you made me your girl
I'm grateful for the commitment and love you've shown me by making me your partner.
I am honored to be your lady
I'm humbled by the respect and admiration you have for me.
I'm so proud to be your baby
I feel a sense of comfort and protection being with you.
No matter, whatever kind of day
Regardless of the challenges we face, we have each other to lean on.
Have to weigh priorities
We must prioritize what's truly important in order to stay on track.
Feel it's best to push other things aside
We need to set aside distractions and focus on our relationship.
Focus on our private lives
Our private lives together are valuable and deserve our attention.
More time, everything is fine
Spending more quality time together improves our relationship.
Yet I sense you doubt me
I feel like you may not fully trust me.
Hearsay has a funny way
Rumors and gossip can distort the truth and make things seem worse than they really are.
Making good look ugly
Even positive things can be twisted and made to look bad by rumors.
Friend of mine I guess in need of reassuring, oh, yeah
I think one of my friends needs some reassurance in their own relationship.
I love, love with you it's all in all inspiring
I am inspired by the love we share.
There's nothing like living for today
Enjoying the present moment is essential for our happiness.
You I do appreciate
I value and cherish everything about you.
Within our love, learning how to be
Our relationship is constantly teaching us how to be better partners to one another.
Finer side you're showing me
Being with you has taught me to appreciate the beauty in life.
Who knows how it's gonna go
The future is uncertain and we can't predict what will happen.
Still inside I'm growing
I'm constantly learning and growing as a person in our relationship.
I hope you can feel you're not alone
I want you to know that I'm here for you and support you.
In that deeper knowing
In understanding each other on a deeper level.
Now it's just so far we've come a good way, oh
We've come a long way since we first met and started our relationship.
Many ups and downs but all in all still caring
Despite the challenges we've faced, we still care for each other deeply.
I'm so proud you made me your girl
I'm grateful for the commitment and love you've shown me by making me your partner.
I am honored to be your lady
I'm humbled by the respect and admiration you have for me.
I'm so proud to be your baby
I feel a sense of comfort and protection being with you.
Contributed by Evan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Caron Jerome
on BACK TO LIFE
The stuff about a romantic relationship feels AI-generated. Caron Wheeler said it was about a near-death experience.