Formed in Harlem, New York in 1987 by young musician/record producer Teddy Riley, the original members of Guy included Riley and R&B singer-songwriters Aaron Hall and Timmy Gatling, who were students at HBCU Virginia State 1988. Gatling left after the first album was done and was quickly replaced by Aaron's younger brother Damian. Upon its release, the album went platinum three times over and included classics like "Groove Me", "Teddy's Jam," "I Like", "Piece of My Love" and "Merry-Go-Round of Love". That first album quickly established the group and Riley as musical forces.
After producing music for other artists other than his group, Riley returned to the group after they opened for New Edition and released their second album, The Future, in 1990. The songs "I Wanna Get Wit U" and "Let's Chill" gave them a broader, mainstream fan base. However, as soon as The Future's success had dried up, Guy would be album-less for much of the 1990s. In the meantime, Riley went on to produce for artists such as Heavy D and Michael Jackson, and formed another R&B group named Blackstreet. Both Aaron and his brother Damian recorded solo albums, Aaron being a major influence on the style of R'n'b singer R. Kelly.
In 2000, Riley and the Hall brothers reunited to release their first album in nine years titled Guy III. The album featured the modest hit "Dancin'", but their label MCA Records had a hard time promoting it. As quickly as it was released, it quickly dropped from the public radar. Since then, Guy has been relatively quiet, but rumors of working on a new album still linger.
In 2006 They were part of New Jack Reunion Tour line up, along with Blackstreet and New Edition.
Do Me Right
Guy Lyrics
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Guy's "Do Me Right" is a song about the desire for a fulfilling and healthy relationship, with lyrics warning against mistreatment and entreaties for kindness and understanding. The track features lead vocals by Aaron Hall, whose powerful voice carries the message of the song, while the intricate production by Timmy Gatling and Teddy Riley sets the tone with its combination of smooth R&B melodies and funky, danceable grooves.
The first verse of the song sets up the theme of respect and honesty in a relationship, with Hall singing, "I need a man that understands me / A man that's sensitive and caring / A man that knows exactly what I need / When I need it, don't you dare to cheat." The hook reinforces the message with the plea, "Do me right, treat me right / And everything will be alright."
In the second verse, Hall addresses the issue of emotional abuse, singing, "Don't tell me that you're sorry / After you've hit me or you've hurt me / Don't wanna hear no excuses / 'Cause I'm not stupid, I'm not useless." The bridge underscores the importance of mutual respect and understanding: "I'll give you everything you want / Just as long as you treat me right / I'll give you everything you need / Just as long as you treat me right."
Overall, "Do Me Right" is a thoughtful and uplifting song that advocates for healthy relationships based on trust, respect, and kindness. While Hall's powerful vocals are the centerpiece of the track, the intricate production and catchy hooks make it a classic example of early '90s R&B.
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Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMELIA DAVIS, HANNAH ROBINSON, AFRIKA BAMBAATAA, KIMANZI EDARI, MATT PRIME, STEVEN ERIC ALBERT, SIDNEY BARCELONA, JONATHAN ANDREW HORVATH, ROBERT PEARCE MYERS, STEPHEN A. RASKIN
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Words cannot express how much I miss music from the 90's.
@roxannemiller6961
Me also.
@arclight25
same....my favorite music era
@MySuperman78
FACTS!!!!!!
@andersonchris6166
Yes
@adriennerobinson1180
Oh Yes Truth Indeed
@NitavTrueDreams22
This video expressed the vibrancy of the 90s and my fave fellas, Guy and Heavy D, rest in power Dear Dwight. Your music touches our souls forever. Thank you. 💙💙💙💙💜🙏🏽🎼🎵🎵🎵
@TheyJustLoveMe
23 years later and this still sounds just as good as it did in 1990....Priceless....
@mac8050
30 years now !
@melissajohnson7885
Damn I was 3 when this came out I love heavy d stubbled upon to listening to one of his songs