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).
Why
IMx Lyrics
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Why
Why ohhh why [repeat 5x]
What is it that I do to get you pissed
Whenever I call you I get a fit
You got my number blocked off on your phone
When I come over they say your not home
And plus we been together too damn long
It time to figure out something is going on
Girl are you trying to be all alone
What is the reason for you trippin on me (baby why dissin me)
A week ago you were in love with me (now your actin like you just met me)
Trying to figure out where we went wrong (please, please talk to me)
You hang up every time I call (hanging up on me)
[Chorus]
Why you keep hanging up the phone in my face
Girl you know that bothers me stresses me
Why you keep hanging up the phone
You got me trying to plot it out
Seating here wilin out
Tell me why
Why you keep hanging up the phone in my face
Girl you know that bothers me stresses me
Why you keep hanging up the phone
You got me trying to plot it out
Seating here just wilin out
Tell me why
So, babe now I guess I've been replaced
Must be another man taking my space
Cause when I call I feel you frown your face
For some reason I feel I've been erased
Honey now slowly peeping game
don't take a genius to know you that changed
I just wish that you would stop playin me
Baby pick up your phone and talk to me
What is the reason for you trippin on me (baby why dissin me)
A week ago you were in love with me (now your actin like you just met me)
Trying to figure out were we went wrong (please, please talk to me)
You hang up every time I call (hanging up on me)
[Chorus]
Why you keep hanging up the phone in my face
Girl you know that bothers me stresses me
Why you keep hanging up the phone
You got me trying to plot it out
Seating here wiling out
Tell me why
Why you keep hanging up the phone in my face
Girl you know that bothers me stresses me
Why you keep hanging up the phone
You got me trying to plot it out
Seating here just wiling out
Tell me why
IMx's song Why is a plea from a confused and frustrated partner who is struggling to keep up with the sudden change of behavior from his significant other. The song starts with the singer expressing his confusion on why he cannot seem to reach his partner. He explains that his calls never seem to go through and that he has been blocked off from her phone. He has also noticed that whenever he goes to her house, she is never there, and he is left wondering whether she is intentionally avoiding him.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes more desperate and heartbroken, trying to understand why his partner is behaving this way. He even suspects that she might be seeing someone else as she always seems to frown her face whenever she talks to him. Towards the end of the song, he states that he wishes his partner would stop playing games and pick up the phone to talk to him.
In summary, Why is a song that highlights the frustrations and confusion that can arise when faced with sudden changes in a relationship. The singer is pleading with his partner to communicate with him and give him clarity on what is going on.
Line by Line Meaning
What is it that I do to get you pissed
I don't understand what I am doing to upset you
Whenever I call you I get a fit
You always seem angry or annoyed when I call
You got my number blocked off on your phone
I can't reach you because you have blocked my number
When I come over they say your not home
You are avoiding me and not answering the door when I come over
Its killing me not know what went wrong
I am struggling to understand what happened between us
And plus we been together too damn long
We have been in a relationship for a long time and this behavior is confusing and upsetting me
It time to figure out something is going on
I need to know what is happening and why you are avoiding me
Girl are you trying to be all alone
Are you purposely pushing me away to be by yourself?
What is the reason for you trippin on me (baby why dissin me)
What is the explanation for you acting mad or irritated with me?
A week ago you were in love with me (now your actin like you just met me)
Not long ago, you seemed to love me, but now you are acting like we just met
Trying to figure out where we went wrong (please, please talk to me)
I want to know what is going on and where we went wrong, please talk to me
You hang up every time I call (hanging up on me)
You keep ending the phone call when I try to talk to you
Why you keep hanging up the phone in my face
I don't understand why you keep ending the phone call abruptly
Girl you know that bothers me stresses me
This behavior is upsetting me and causing me stress
You got me trying to plot it out Seating here wilin out
I am trying to figure out what is happening and it is making me anxious
Tell me why
Please explain why you are acting this way
So, babe now I guess I've been replaced
I am starting to feel like someone else has taken my place in your life
Must be another man taking my space
I suspect someone else is now in a relationship with you
Cause when I call I feel you frown your face
I can tell that you are unhappy or angry when I call you
For some reason I feel I've been erased
I feel like our relationship has been erased or forgotten
Honey now slowly peeping game
I am starting to see what is really happening
don't take a genius to know you that changed
I can tell that you have changed and are not acting the way you used to
I just wish that you would stop playin me
I want you to stop leading me on or treating me unfairly
Baby pick up your phone and talk to me
Please answer the phone so we can talk about what is happening
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHARLES PAUL, JAPHE TEJEDA, RODNEY JERKINS, RODNEY ROY JERKINS
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