Chanté Torrane Moore (born February 17, 1967) is an American singer, songwr… Read Full Bio ↴Chanté Torrane Moore (born February 17, 1967) is an American singer, songwriter, actress and author. Born to a gospel minister, Moore grew up singing in the church and was heavily influenced by the music of George Duke and Lee Ritenour. While in high school, she decided to make a career of singing. She was a successful beauty pageant contestant and model when she was discovered by the late Louil Silas at 22, a record executive who had started his own label, Silas Records, then distributed by MCA. Moore has recorded several hit records, including "Love's Taken Over", "Alright", "I'm What You Need", "Old School Lovin'", and "Free" (a cover of a Deniece Williams' original song that showcases her effortless flip into whistle register by jumping an octave higher than the song's original top note). Moore was also featured on the soundtrack of the 1995 film Waiting To Exhale with the song "Wey U", which also shows off her ability to reach the whistle register. Once married to Kadeem Hardison, she then married to Kenny Lattimore, with whom she is now divorced. The two are currently a duet act on Jive Records, where they remade Minnie Riperton and Peabo Bryson's 70's soul hit "Here We Go" on their album, Things That Lovers Do. It is interesting to note that Moore is still signed as a catalog artist with MCA.

In 2000, Moore earned a Soul Train Music Awards nomination, alongside Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey, for "Single of the Year, Female" for her Billboard No. 2 R&B / No. 10 Pop hit "Chante's Got a Man". However, she lost the award to Lauryn Hill. The single was also certified Gold by the RIAA for sales of over 500,000 copies in America. In 2002, she won a Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Single, Group, Band or Duo for "Contagious" featuring The Isley Brothers. She also appeared on the hit UPN show Girlfriends, singing Minnie Riperton's Lovin' You. In 2002, Moore sang on Kenny G's single "One More Time," which registered on the Smooth Jazz and Adult Contemporary singles charts.

In 2006 Asian singer Hyori remade Moore's single "Straight Up", it became a top ten hit in Korea. Additionally, in 2006 it was confirmed by Peak Records executive and founder that Chante Moore has signed a record deal with the independent label. Moore released her fifth solo album Love the Woman on June 17, 2008. The album's lead single "Ain't Supposed to Be This Way" impacted radio on May 12, 2008.

In 2009, Moore set some dates for a Love the Woman tour, with performances in Los Angeles, and Atlanta, Georgia. Additionally, she starred with James Pickens, Jr. (of Grey's Anatomy), Vickie Winans, Loretta Devine, Reginald VelJohnson, Rocky Carroll and Kenny Lattimore in a live stage production of Otis Sallid's Gospel! Gospel! Gospel at the Wilshire Ebell Theater in May 2009.

In July 2011, it was announced that she would be the TV host for an upcoming women's fitness reality series sponsored by SportyGirl Fitness. The following year, Moore performed at the 2012 BET Awards at the Shrine Auditorium in a tribute to the late singer Donna Summer.

On January 1, 2013, Moore inked a new record deal with Shanachie Entertainment. She released her sixth studio solo album "Moore is More" on July 30, 2013 which was preceded by the single "Talking In My Sleep."

In early 2013, it was announced that Moore had joined the cast of the Reality TV show "R&B Divas L.A." with Kelly Price, Dawn Robinson (of En Vogue), Michel'le, Lil' Mo & Claudette Ortiz. They filmed the series throughout the year, and it premiered/aired during the summer.

Currently, Moore is set to join Tom Joyner's "Fantastic Voyage 2014" Cruise, and is contracted to star on Broadway in the 2014 musical "Gospel Soul Rock 'n' Roll".

Because You're Mine
Chanté Moore Lyrics

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I only know
It's not because you're good,
That I feel the way I do,
It's not because you're kind,
That makes life for me brand new,
Could be because your love,
It's the only love so true,
But it's because you're mine,
That is my reason

The more that time goes by
The better it becomes to me,
It's so much sweeter than
I ever dreamed it could be,
Don't get me wrong I do enjoy
The finer things in life,
But life without you I found
Nothing word that sacrifice,
I only know

It's not because you're good,
That I feel the way I do,
It's not because you're kind,
That makes life for me brand new,
Could be because your love,
It's the only love so true,
But it's because you're mine,
That is my reason

It's not because you're good,
That I feel the way I do,
It's not because you're kind,
That makes life for me brand new,
Could be because your love,
It's the only love so true,
But it's because you're mine,
That is my reason

You've been so good,
And you're oh so kind,
I've never found a greater love

It's not because you're good,
That I feel the way I do,
It's not because you're kind,
That makes my life brand new,
Could be because your love,
It's the only love so true,
But it's because you're mine

It's not because you're good,
You've been so good,
Could be because your love,
But it's because you're mine

It's not because you're good,
It's not because you're kind,
Could be because your love,
But it's because you're mine

It's not because you're good,
You've been so good,
Could be because your love,
But it's because you're mine

It's not because you're good,
It's not because you're kind,
Could be because your love,
But it's because you're mine

It's not because you're good,
You've been so good,
Could be because your love,

But it's because you're mine,
It's not because you're good

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Chanté Moore’s “Because You’re Mine” express gratitude for a love that goes beyond just being good or kind. The singer questions whether those who give thanks to a higher power for their blessings would still do so if those blessings were not present. This leads to the realization that the singer’s love for their partner is not based on their partner’s positive attributes, but rather the fact that they belong to them.

The first verse points out that the things that are often thanked for are material possessions or good fortune. The singer questions whether people would still give thanks to a higher power if they did not receive these things. This suggests that the singer is looking for a love that goes beyond what is superficial or temporary. They want something more meaningful and enduring. The chorus reiterates that the singer’s love is not based on their partner being good or kind, but rather the fact that they belong to them. This creates a feeling of security and stability in the relationship.

The second verse emphasizes how much the relationship means to the singer. The singer acknowledges that there are finer things in life, but ultimately they are willing to sacrifice those things for their partner. The chorus highlights the fact that the singer’s love is unique and cannot be replicated. It is only the love they have for their partner which makes life feel brand new. The song ultimately conveys a sense of utter devotion and commitment on the part of the singer.

Line by Line Meaning

It wasn't long ago I saw And heard somebody say, I give him thanks for all The good things he has sent my way, It's then when I wondered if You didn't do the things you do, If they would still give all The adoration due to you, I only know
The singer heard someone giving thanks for good things they received, which made her wonder if they would still be grateful if those things didn't come from someone they loved. She only knows.

It's not because you're good, That I feel the way I do, It's not because you're kind, That makes life for me brand new, Could be because your love, It's the only love so true, But it's because you're mine, That is my reason
The singer is in love with someone, but it's not just because they are a good or kind person. It could be because their love is true, but ultimately it's because they belong to her that she loves them.

The more that time goes by The better it becomes to me, It's so much sweeter than I ever dreamed it could be, Don't get me wrong I do enjoy The finer things in life, But life without you I found Nothing word that sacrifice, I only know
As time goes by, the singer loves the person more and more, more than she ever could have imagined. While she enjoys the finer things in life, she wouldn't sacrifice her love for them.

You've been so good, And you're oh so kind, I've never found a greater love
The person the singer loves has been good and kind to her, and she feels that their love is greater than any other love she's experienced.

It's not because you're good, You've been so good, Could be because your love, But it's because you're mine
Again, the singer acknowledges that her love for the person is not solely because they are a good person, but possibly because of their love. However, the underlying reason for her love is because they belong to her.

It's not because you're good, It's not because you're kind, Could be because your love, But it's because you're mine
The singer repeats that her love is not based on the person's goodness or kindness, but rather on the fact that they belong to her.

It's not because you're good, You've been so good, Could be because your love, But it's because you're mine
A repeat of the previous line, emphasizing that the singer's love is unconditional and based on ownership.

It's not because you're good, It's not because you're kind, Could be because your love, But it's because you're mine
Another repeat of the same sentiment - the singer's love is not based on the person's positive traits, but rather that they are hers.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SAMMY CAHN, NIKOLAUS BRODSZKY

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