Innovative. Multi-talented. Explosive.
All words that aptly describe IMx. Formerly known as Immature, the trio of Batman, Romeo, and LDB announce their return with a new album and a new set of standards. The self-titled album is their strongest and most creative effort yet, and showcases the group's development and diversity as artists. IMx is saturated with a varied mix of solid uptempto jams and soulful ballads, a true testament to IMx's talent and growth.
"There's a lot of things we're showing off on this record," says a confident Batman. "We're showing that we can really sing and that we've grown as artists and as individuals. It's also important to us for people to see that we can get together and collectively write and produce, and that we have several strengths as a group."
IMx is a deeply personal album that showcases the threesome's effortless vocal ability and taps their softer side with songs like "Beautiful" and "Tears." A poignant moment on the album comes with "First Time," a touching song that is dedicated to that special someone that everyone has, their "first." "LDB thought of this concept," Batman explains. "So many people have been there and remember the experience, and although it is a really personal subject, we wanted to write about something that everyone could feel and relate to."
Another single, entitled "Clap Your Hands," is, as LDB explains, "a booty-shaking g-string song. It's kinda edgy but still fun because everybody can relate to it." Based on the universally known schoolyard rhyme of the same name, "Clap Your Hands" not only asks you if you're happy -- but if you want to get naughty. Other tracks including "Hate the Playa" and "Ain't No Need" are hopping party anthems that guarantee packed dance floors nationwide.
At the young age of 18, the members of IMx are already showbiz veterans with 10 years under their belt. The group first formed in 1991 when Chris Stokes, a young manager with an eye for fresh talent, saw Romeo rapping at a local youth center. In 1992, the group, then named Immature, released On Our Worst Behavior, followed by the wildly successful Playtime Is Over, which included the hits "never lie," and "Constantly." We Got It soon followed before the band changed their name and released The Journey, featuring the certified gold single "Stay the Night."
Being in a popular R&B group who has sold an estimated seven million records and gone on tours with the likes of Brandy, the Notorious B.I.G., and Soul 4 Real would be enough for most recent high school graduates -- but not for the men of IMx. They have spent a great deal of time honing their skills behind the board in the studio, something they are all very enthusiastic about. In addition to writing and producing all but one song on IMx, they have also produced tracks for other chart-topping artists such as Destiny's Child and Blaque.
In addition to IMx's great success within the world of music, they have all ventured into the realm of acting for film and television. Batman was the first to pursue an acting career, landing a recurring role on the new syndicated hit television series, Sister, Sister. The entire group appeared in House Party 3 alongside TLC and Kid'N'Play, and has recently starred in New Line Cinema's House Party 4.
For the critics who thought Immature were just a kiddie group with little hope of, well, maturity, Batman counters that notion with a sly chuckle. "They'll soon see," he says assuredly. "I think this album is really self-explanatory. They'll feel the change once they hear the album. The songs on the album talk about what young men go through, as opposed to little boys. Everyone will be able to recognize that we have all grown up and matured and are here to stay."
The past was Immature and though the future is unknown, the present is a sure thing . . . it's IMx.
The group released four albums under the name Immature: On Our Worst Behavior (1992) (which included former member Don "Half Pint" Santos, later replaced by Kessee), Playtyme Is Over (1994), We Got It (1995) and The Journey (1997). In 1999, the group underwent a name change and continued on to release two albums under the name IMx: Introducing IMx (1999) and IMx (2001) and released the Greatist Hits album in 2001. The group also branched out into film (such as House Party 4: Down to the Last Minute) and television (such as A Different World) before disbanding in 2002.
After Immature/IMx
In 2002, the group disbanded. Houston and Jones (under the name Young Rome) began solo careers, while Kessee continued his work as a record producer. Houston became the first former member to release a solo album, MH, in 2003. Jones followed suit with the release of his debut solo album in 2004, entitled Food for Thought. Houston continued on to release two more albums: Naked (2005) and Veteran (2007).
Houston and Jones have also pursued acting careers, with both starring in the dance film, You Got Served (2004) and Houston starring in UPN's comedy Cuts and the horror film Somebody Help Me (2007).
First Time
IMx Lyrics
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See, normally a brother wouldn't talk about his first time
But I'll just be real wit' y'all and say what's on my mind
I had no clue, just quite didn't understand
Looked up to big bro for a little advice
He said, â??Young bro, whatever you do, just make sure you're strapped twiceâ??
I was a little nervous about it, bein' my first time
But I said, â??What the hell, this girl is too damn fineâ??
My very first time
In the house, on the couch, in your parent's bedroom, remember
My very first time
I can't wait till the day when I see you again, remember
My very first time
It was just that special (Special to me) to me as it was to you (Oh), girl (Yeah)
My very first time
I will never forget my first time
It was Sunday afternoon, moms and pops were gone
We had to be on the low â??cause they were on their way home
We started kissin', then it led straight to the bed
I can't believe this happened, so I'm thinkin' in my head
Lasted like a minute, but it seemed like forever
We almost got caught, but I'm just too damn clever
Her parents came home from church and I was outta there like a drop of a dime
Man, I will never forget my first time
This goes out to my folks, do you know
And you know I will see you again (See you again, no, no)
And no matter how far, people get no regrets
I will never forget (My first time)
My very (Oh, yeah) first time
In the house, on the couch, in your parent's bedroom (Remember ), remember
My very first time (I know you remember, girl)
I can't wait till the day when I see you again, remember
My very first time
It was just that special to me as it was to you, girl
My very first time
I will never forget my first time
See, some of you might have started early
Some of you started late
But I know when I started
That I thought it was great
This goes out to all my little brothers of the world
I'm sure your first time was with that special girl
Clap your hands if your remember (Clap your hands now)
Your first time (Your first time), your first time (Your first time)
Clap your hands if your remember (Clap your hands, baby)
Your first time (Your first time), your first time, baby
My very first time
In the house, on the couch, in your parent's bedroom, remember
My very first time (Oh, oh, oh, )
I can't wait till the day (Yeah) when I see you again, remember
My very first time (My first time, my first time)
It was just that special to me as it was to you, girl
My very first time (And I will never forget my first time)
I will never forget my first time
My very first time
In the house (House), on the couch (Couch)
In your parent's bedroom (Parent's bedroom), remember (Remember)
My very first time
I can't wait till the day when I see you again, remember
My very first time (All night)
It was just that special (All night long) to me as it was to you, girl
My very first time (My first time)
I will never forget my first time (My first time)
And I will never forget
And I will never forget my first time
IMx's "First Time" is a song that talks about a man's first sexual experience. The lyrics reveal the story of a young man who is narrating his very first sexual encounter. He narrates how he received counsel from his big brother, who advised him to ensure that he used protection when having sex. The young man narrates how he was nervous, but he was swayed by the girl's beauty, which convinced him to go ahead. He talks about the special moment he shared with the girl in her parents' bedroom while they were absent. The young man expresses how the memory of his first time with the girl lingers on, and he looks forward to seeing her again.
The song touches on themes of young love, sexual curiosity, and the emotional reminiscence of a significant event. The lyrics highlight how a life experience can stay with a person for years and continually influence their emotions and actions. The song's melody features a harmonic and rhythmic flow that complements the lyrics and enhances the song's emotional impact.
Line by Line Meaning
La da da da da da da (Mmm, mmm)
The singer is starting the song with a nonsensical tune.
See, normally a brother wouldn't talk about his first time
The singer is acknowledging that talking about one's first sexual experience is not something most people feel comfortable discussing openly.
But I'll just be real wit' y'all and say what's on my mind
Despite the social taboo around discussing one's first sexual experience, the singer is choosing to speak honestly and openly.
Now I remember like yesterday, just a little man
The singer is reminiscing about his first sexual experience as if it happened recently, even though he was young at the time.
I had no clue, just quite didn't understand
The singer is admitting that he was inexperienced and naive when it came to sex.
Looked up to big bro for a little advice
The singer sought guidance from an older sibling to help him navigate his first sexual experience.
He said, 'Young bro, whatever you do, just make sure you're strapped twice'
The singer's older brother advised him to use contraception to avoid unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections.
I was a little nervous about it, bein' my first time
The singer was naturally anxious about having sex for the first time.
But I said, 'What the hell, this girl is too damn fine'
Despite his nerves, the singer decided to go ahead with the experience because he was physically attracted to his partner.
It was Sunday afternoon, moms and pops were gone
The singer remembers the specific details of the day he had sex for the first time, which happened to be when his parents were out of the house.
We had to be on the low 'cause they were on their way home
The singer and his partner had to be secretive about their sexual encounter because they were afraid of his parents catching them in the act.
We started kissin', then it led straight to the bed
The singer and his partner began their sexual encounter with kissing and then moved onto intercourse.
I can't believe this happened, so I'm thinkin' in my head
The singer couldn't believe that he had actually had sex for the first time, so he was reflecting on the experience in his mind.
Lasted like a minute, but it seemed like forever
The singer's first sexual encounter was short-lived but felt like a significant moment in his life.
We almost got caught, but I'm just too damn clever
The singer and his partner were almost caught by his parents when they returned home, but he managed to sneak out undetected.
Her parents came home from church and I was outta there like a drop of a dime
The singer left his partner's house quickly when her parents returned from church to avoid getting caught.
Man, I will never forget my first time
The singer will always remember the details of his first sexual experience, even the parts that were nerve-wracking.
This goes out to my folks, do you know
The singer is dedicating the song to his family members as a way of sharing his story with them.
And you know I will see you again (See you again, no, no)
The singer is certain that he will see his family members again, even though he had to sneak out of the house after his first sexual experience.
And no matter how far, people get no regrets
The singer believes that distance or time won't change the fact that he has no regrets about his first sexual experience.
See, some of you might have started early
The singer acknowledges that some people begin having sex at a younger age than he did.
Some of you started late
The singer also acknowledges that some people begin having sex at a later age than he did.
But I know when I started
The singer is confident in his own experience and timing of when he started having sex.
That I thought it was great
The singer enjoyed his first sexual experience and feels positively about it.
This goes out to all my little brothers of the world
The singer is directing his message towards younger men who might be inexperienced like he once was.
I'm sure your first time was with that special girl
The singer assumes that his audience's first sexual experience was meaningful and memorable, just like his was.
Clap your hands if your remember (Clap your hands now)
The singer is encouraging his audience to participate and show that they remember their first sexual experience.
And I will never forget my first time
The singer reaffirms that he will always remember and cherish his first sexual experience as a special moment in his life.
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Written by: Al Jones
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