Next to her recording career, Evans is widely known as the widow of New York rapper Christopher "The Notorious B.I.G." Wallace, whom she married in 1994 two months after meeting at a photoshoot. The turbulent marriage led to Evans' involvement in the East Coast-West Coast hip hop feud, dominating the rap scene at the time, and ended with Wallace's murder in a yet-unsolved drive-by shooting in Los Angeles in March 1997. A 1997 tribute single featuring Puff Daddy and 112, entitled "I'll Be Missing You," became Evans' biggest-selling hit to date and won her a Grammy Award in 1998.
After marrying Todd Russaw and having a third child, named Joshua, Evans released her long-awaited follow-up, Keep the Faith in 1998. Unlike the solemn approach to her first album, this album spoke of optimism, good times, and love. Among its biggest hits include the Chic-sampled track "Love Like This" (#7 US), the P. Diddy helmed "All Night Long" (#9 US), and Babyface lent her a number-one R&B hit song with "Never Gonna Let You Go". Outside of her own albums, Evans found another hit that year with Whitney Houston and Kelly Price on the song "Heartbreak Hotel".
Evans released her third album, 2001's Faithfully, which included the hit singles "You Gets No Love" (#8 R&B) and "I Love You" (#2 R&B). For the album's promotion, Evans went through a transformation in her physical appearance. Always a slightly full figured woman, Evans shed over fifty pounds and presented a sexier image that was present for the videos to "I Love You" and "Burnin' Up". Fatman Scoop also sampled her vocals on the song "Be Faithful" in 2003, which reached number one in the UK. Although the album wasn't as largely promoted as her first two, it was a moderate success. The album was certified platinum in January 2002, with over 1 million units sold.
Evans rebounded with a record that many of her fans have proclaimed as her strongest record to date, The First Lady (released on April 5, 2005) her Capitol record debut album. After finding success with her Twista collaboration, "Hope", Evans released her first song of new material in three years with "Again", a biographical account of her life struggles. Faith recorded "Say A Prayer" with gospel music star Donald Lawrence on his "I Speak Life" album in 2004. The First Lady came out commemorating her tenth anniversary in the industry and her first record on Capitol Records after leaving Bad Boy in 2003. With the help of "Again" reaching the top ten of Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart, and appearances on David Letterman, BET, Later... with Jools Holland and MTV the album entered the Billboard 200 at number two with 160,000 copies sold in its first week, marking the largest first-week total of her career. The First Lady was RIAA certified Gold selling over 600,000 copies to date. The second single, "Mesmerized", saw Faith going with a 70's retro-funk soul vibe. The track failed to crack top fifty R&B despite numerous remixes; however a dance remix by the Freemasons went on to hit number one on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart.
At the end of 2005, Evans released her fifth studio album, A Faithful Christmas, a Christmas collection of new material and covers of seasonal classics. She also made lots of appearances on holiday TV programming. In early 2006, Faith Evans' third single, "Tru Love" (produced by Jermaine Dupri and Bryan Michael Cox), gradually gained ground on urban/urban AC radio without any assistance from her label since they never promoted (sent to radio) or had a video for "Tru Love", becoming her twelfth solo R&B hit (Top 30). Also in 2005, Evans appeared along with Jessi Colter and Cece White as a feature vocalist on the Shooter Jennings song "Southern Comfort" from the album "Put the O Back in Country".
On October 5. 2010, Evans' sixth album, "Something About Faith." The album debuted at #4 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and #15 on the Billboard 200 with sales of 23,586 copies in its first week. The albums' lead single "Already Gone" peaked at #22 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart. The albums' second single and music video "Right Here" was released on February 14, 2011.
In 2012, Evans became a cast member of TV One reality show R&B Divas Atlanta alongside Nicci Gilbert, Syleena Johnson, Keke Wyatt and Monifah. Evans also co-executive produces the show.[25] The album R&B Divas Atlanta, led by Evans was released on October 2, 2012. Proceeds from the album will benefit the Whitney E. Houston Academy of Creative & Performing Arts in East Orange, New Jersey.
On August 6, 2013, Evans confirmed she had begun work on her 6th album, tentatively titled Incomparable. Evans also revealed guest appearances for the album are slated to include Missy Elliott, KeKe Wyatt, B.Slade and Karen Clark Sheard of The Clark Sisters. "I Deserve It", a record featuring recurring collaborator Missy Elliott and her protégée Sharaya J, was released via iTunes on August 25, 2014 as the album's lead single. Incomparable was released on November 24, 2014. On TMZ, Evans had announced that she is working on a posthumous Notorious B.I.G. album titled The King & I, which will feature duets with the two. She plans to release it sometime in 2015.
All Night Long
Faith Evans Lyrics
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Bad Boy, and we won't stop
Faith, '99
We can dance, dance, dance
Clap your hands, hands, hands
All night, if you're in the mood
Do what you wanna do
Happy days are here
So leave your cares behind
Just relax your mind
It's so easy to do it
Just enjoy yourself (enjoy yourself)
If the feeling's right
Get your groove on tonight
Take your time tonight (take you time)
Everything's all right
Ain't nothin' but a party
We can dance, dance, dance
Clap your hands, hands, hands
All night (all night long), if you're in the mood
Do what you wanna do (dance all night long)
All night long
Get up on the floor
Don't worry 'bout a thing
The rhythm's got you now
So come on, get into it
Just enjoy yourself
If the feeling's right
Get your groove on tonight
Take your time tonight
Everything's all right (uh uh)
Ain't nothin' but a party
We can dance, dance, dance (all night long)
Clap your hands, hands, hands
All night, if you're in the mood
Do what you wanna do
All night long
Have a (uh-huh) good time
Lay back, relax
Free (just free) your mind (your mind)
Let the music take control of you (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
If it's hot then I must've did it
If it's not then I wasn't with it
Bad Boy stay committed
Whether hip-hop or R&B
Featurin' Faith Evans, co-starrin' me, P. Diddy
You know I got the key to your city
Unlock the door, rock some more
Beats we lace
Bad Boy heat the place
We run R&B too 'cause we keep the faith
Givin' the streets a taste
Blaze the charts
I remember
In case you forgot
First Lady be makin' it hot
Ain't nobody takin' the spot
Now it's Faith instead of pain
Comin' through with a better grain
In the dash, cell phone better range
Get the cash, and stock paper for the whole four quarters
Damn, some things never change
Can ya feel me? Ya feel me? Let's make 'em dance
Let's go
We can dance, dance, dance (DJ, just play)
Clap your hands, hands, hands (the song)
All night, if you're in the mood (all)
Do what you wanna do (night long)
All night long
Have a (have a) good time
Lay back, relax
Free (just free) your mind (your mind)
Let the music take control of you
We can dance, dance, dance (all)
Clap your hands, hands, hands
All night (night long), if you're in the mood (all)
Do what you wanna do (night)(yeah yeah)
All night long
We can dance, dance, dance (don't stop the music)
Clap your hands, hands, hands (night)
All night long (we can party all night)
If you're in the mood (DJ)
Do what you wanna do (play my song)
All night long (we can party, all night, all night long)
The lyrics of "All Night Long" by Faith Evans bring a message of joy and positivity. The song invites people to dance, relax, and have fun. It also encourages listeners to forget their problems, to live in the moment, and to let the music take control. The chorus repeats the phrase "we can dance, dance, dance, all night if you're in the mood, do what you wanna do, all night long." This repetition creates a sense of urgency and continuous movement that is consistent throughout the whole song. The verses depict a happy atmosphere where everything is possible, and people can enjoy themselves without any judgment.
The lyrics also reference the Bad Boy record label and the successful collaboration between Faith Evans and Sean Combs, also known as P. Diddy. The song features a combination of RnB and hip-hop styles, which was characteristic of the music produced by the label. The song was released in 1998 as part of the album "Keep the Faith" and became a hit in the United States and other countries. The lyrics are simple and easy to understand, making the song suitable for all ages and backgrounds.
Overall, "All Night Long" is a perfect party song that encourages people to forget their troubles and have fun. It's an invitation to dance, clap, and let loose, making it a timeless classic that will continue to resonate with music lovers for years to come.
Line by Line Meaning
I like this right here, yeah
Faith is expressing that she enjoys what is happening right now - the music, the Bad Boy label, and the experience in general.
We can dance, dance, dance
Faith is urging everyone to dance and enjoy the music.
Clap your hands, hands, hands
Faith is encouraging the crowd to join in and clap their hands to the beat of the music.
All night, if you're in the mood
Faith is saying that the party can continue all night long, as long as everyone is in the mood for it.
Do what you wanna do
Faith is giving permission for people to do what they want at the party - dance, sing, or just relax and chill.
Happy days are here
Faith is acknowledging that this is a good time and people should be happy and enjoy the moment.
So leave your cares behind
Faith is advising the partygoers to forget their worries and troubles and just enjoy themselves.
Just relax your mind
Faith is saying to let go of stress and get lost in the music and the moment.
It's so easy to do it
Faith is reassuring the crowd that having a good time and enjoying oneself is simple and easy.
Just enjoy yourself (enjoy yourself)
Faith is repeating the message of the song, that the partygoers should enjoy themselves and have a good time.
If the feeling's right
Faith is saying if everyone is feeling good and in the moment, they should keep going and enjoy the party longer.
Get your groove on tonight
Faith is telling the crowd to dance and find their groove at the party tonight.
Take your time tonight (take you time)
Faith is telling everyone to take their time and enjoy the party, not to rush or feel pressured to do anything.
Everything's all right
Faith is reassuring the partygoers that everything is okay, and there is nothing to worry about.
Ain't nothin' but a party
Faith is stating that this is just a party, and there is no reason for anyone to be uptight or serious.
Get up on the floor
Faith is telling everyone to get up and dance on the dancefloor.
Don't worry 'bout a thing
Faith is saying that there is no need to worry or be stressed, just enjoy the moment.
The rhythm's got you now
Faith is saying that the music and the rhythm have taken over, and everyone is caught up in the moment.
So come on, get into it
Faith is urging everyone to get into the music and the party and fully embrace the experience.
Have a (uh-huh) good time
Faith is expressing her wish for everyone to have a great time at the party.
Lay back, relax
Faith is suggesting that people should lie back and relax if they feel like it at the party.
Free (just free) your mind (your mind)
Faith is telling the crowd to let go of negative thoughts and stress and be free in their minds.
Let the music take control of you (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Faith is encouraging the partygoers to let the music guide their movements and thoughts, to lose themselves in the music.
If it's hot then I must've did it
Faith is boasting that if the party is hot and happening, she must have played a part in making it so.
If it's not then I wasn't with it
Faith is stating that if the party is not a great one, then she probably wasn't part of it.
Bad Boy stay committed
Faith is saying that the record label, Bad Boy, is committed to making great music and good parties.
Whether hip-hop or R&B
Faith is saying that the music can be either hip-hop or R&B, but it's all good music regardless.
Featurin' Faith Evans, co-starrin' me, P. Diddy
Faith is referencing herself, P. Diddy, and the song's collaborators as part of the song's marketing and lineup information.
You know I got the key to your city
Faith is saying that her music is well-loved all over the world, and she has the key to the listener's city, which is a metaphor for their hearts and minds.
Unlock the door, rock some more
Faith is urging listeners to open their minds and hearts to her music and enjoy it more and more.
Beats we lace
Faith is saying that they have created a great beats and rhythm for the song that keeps the party going.
Bad Boy heat the place
Faith is saying that Bad Boy has created a great track that heats up the party atmosphere.
We run R&B too 'cause we keep the faith
Faith is saying that Bad Boy is good at creating R&B music as well and is great at giving their listeners a positive, uplifting experience.
Givin' the streets a taste
Faith is saying that they are making great music that appeals to people on the streets and in popular culture.
Blaze the charts
Faith is saying that the song is doing very well on popular charts and is being loved by many people.
I remember
Faith is referencing her past struggles and experiences and how far she has come since then.
In case you forgot
Faith is signaling listeners that she might have gone through hard times previously but is now enjoying herself and this party.
First Lady be makin' it hot
Faith refers to herself as the First Lady, indicating her status as a successful artist and trailblazer motivates her to create great music and make this party a hot one.
Ain't nobody takin' the spot
Faith is stating that she is the leading lady and no one can take her place or spot as such.
Now it's Faith instead of pain
Faith is expressing that she has come a long way and now experiences joy in her music instead of the pain that once held her back.
Comin' through with a better grain
Faith is saying that her music has grown stronger and more enriched over time, producing a better sound.
In the dash, cell phone better range
Faith is boasting about her luxury car, which features the latest and best cell phone range.
Get the cash, and stock paper for the whole four quarters
Faith is saying that she works hard, earns her money, and invests it wisely so that she can maintain financial stability throughout the year.
Damn, some things never change
Faith is saying that despite her successes in life, some things always remain constant and unchanged.
Can ya feel me? Ya feel me? Let's make 'em dance
Faith is asking if people know what she means and if they do, they should let loose and dance.
We can dance, dance, dance (DJ, just play)
Faith is urging the DJ to keep playing great tracks so that the partygoers can keep dancing all night long.
The song
Faith is specifically referring to the song they are currently playing.
If you're in the mood (all)
Faith is noting that the partygoers can keep up the party all night long, as long as they're in the mood for it.
Play my song
Faith is asking the DJ to play another specific song that she feels the crowd would love to dance to.
Don't stop the music
Faith is telling the DJ to keep the music going and not to stop the party vibe.
We can party all night
Faith is repeating that the party can go on and on, as long as everyone is down to keep the energy up and strong.
All night long
Faith repeats that the party can go all night long if everyone wants it to.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Sean Combs, Faith Evans, Schon-Jomel Crawford, Todd Eric Gaither, Ronald Anthony Lawrence, Bertram Charles Reid, Todd L Russaw, Galen Underwood
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@RellyPendergrass
I know this was such a tough time for Faith with losing BIG and trying to complete this album, yet she pulled through and delivered a great follow up album. Love you Faith ⚡️
@ericleking3262
Timeless track that just makes you want to dance. Faith has just an incredible voice!
@michaelroland8729
Faith has the best background vocal arrangements of all time in R&B. Hands down. In all of her songs.
@ladennayoung2939
She is doing her own background vocals?
@hemiproctor7155
@@ladennayoung2939 i think that’s what she meant lmao
@sapphirelatina
Brandy & Faith imo 💯
@JloveLamar
@@sapphirelatina Brandy, Faith and MARIAH
@michellethedaughterofzion6469
💯 PERIOD
@DrRiddlez2015
This song peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1999
@craig6363
I believe she had two top 10 (Love Like This & All Night Long) and a top 20 hit with Never Gonna Let You Go. That was a strong album.