In 2000, Burruss's song "No Scrubs", performed by TLC, won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. She also made history in 2000 as the first woman ever to win the ASCAP "Rhythm & Soul Songwriter of the Year" award. She has continued to write for a number of pop and R&B artists, including significant contributions to Destiny's Child's "The Writing's on the Wall" (including "Bills, Bills, Bills" and "Bug-a-Boo") which sold 13 million copies.[citation needed] Burruss has written for *NSYNC, Mariah Carey, Boyz II Men, Faith Evans, Whitney Houston, Pink, and Alicia Keys. Producer Kevin "Shekspere" Briggs has been an important long-term collaborator.
In 2000 Burruss signed with Sony Records as Kandi, releasing her first soloist single, "Don't Think I'm Not," in the summer of that year. The song peaked at #32 in R&B, and performed even better at pop radio (peaking at #12 on the Top 40 Mainstream chart) and the Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at #24. Her debut album, Hey Kandi... peaked at #72 on the Billboard Hot 200 and sold reasonably well in its first few months on the chart. Her second single, "Cheatin' on Me", was an underground hit and featured a remix by rapper 50 cent.
In 2006 she returned to a recording career with her as-yet untitled second album which will be released through choreographer Devyne Stephens' record label Upfront Records and BME Recordings. Her single "I Need", featuring Bad Boy South artists 8 Ball & MJG, is currently heating up airways. She is featured on E-40's summer 2006 smash song "U And Dat" along with T-Pain.
Burruss was involved in a mild conflict with now-defunct group Sporty Thievz, after they parodied two songs she had written (TLC's "No Scrubs" and Destiny's Child's "Bills, Bills, Bills"). The parodied versions were titled "No Pigeons" and "No Bills (Why, Why, Why)", which accusing the song's subject of being a gold digger.
She has a daughter named Riley.
In 2007, Kandi formed the group Peach Candy with Rasheeda. Their first single, "I Wish I Never" featuring Yung Joc is currently getting mild airplay
Kandi's sophomore album "Kandi Koated" was released in the December 14, 2010. The album peaked #17 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and #91 on the Billboard 200. The lead single "Leave U" peaked at #89 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Sons chart. Visit her official MySpace http://www.myspace.com/kandionline
Talking 'bout You
Kandi Lyrics
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She's gotta keep it real with nothin' missin'
"You talkin' bout me"
And when she hangin' with her girls gettin' tipsy
She call me where she at and say she miss me
"You talkin' bout me"
She gotta give me good lovin' through the night now
No matter where she at she be like 'right now'
And when a brother's goin' through some of that raw stuff
She got my back, like 'sho 'nuff
"You talkin' 'bout me"
As a woman it's my job
To make sure my man is happy
Always assure him that he
Has all that he needs in me
As a woman it's my job
To make sure he's so satisfied
Keep it tight day and night so that I
Never have to worry 'bout him strayin'
See I'm a real woman who wants a real man
And when I find him, I'm gonna keep him all I can
You'll never catch me stressin' him
You'll only find me lovin' him
I'm a real woman who wants a real man
And when I meet him, I'll give him all I can
You'll never find me trippin' on him
I'll only be givin' love to him
My woman's gotta have skills in the kitchen
She's gotta keep it real with nothin' missin'
"You talkin' 'bout me"
And when she hangin' with her friends gettin' tipsy
She call me where she at and say she miss me
"You talkin' bout me"
She gotta give me good lovin' through the night now
No matter where she at she be like 'right now'
"You talkin' bout me"
And when a brother's goin' through some of that raw stuff
She got my back, like 'sho 'nuff
"You talkin' 'bout me"And when I find him, I'm gonna keep him all I can
You'll never catch me stressin' him
You'll only find me lovin' him
I'm a real woman who wants a real man
And when I meet him, I'll give him all I can
You'll never find me trippin' on him
I'll only be givin' love to him
Every man wants a woman
Who really has the skills to cook his meals
Mac and cheese, collard greens, cream corn, baked beans
"I'm a southern lady, my cooking's got him crazy"
I hear they all want a woman
Who can rock 'em all night, make 'em feel right
Do a lot of tricks and keep him hyped
You know the housewife, freak type
See I'm a real woman who wants a real man
And when I find him, I'm gonna keep him all I can
You'll never catch me stressin' him
You'll only find me lovin' him
I'm a real woman who wants a real man
And when I meet him, I'll give him all I can
You'll never find me trippin' on him
I'll only be givin' love to him
[Repeat x2]
My woman's gotta have skills in the kitchen
She's gotta keep it real with nothin' missin'
"You talkin' bout me"
And when she hangin' with her friends gettin' tipsy
She call me where she at and say she miss me
"You talkin' bout me"
She gotta give me good lovin' through the night now
No matter where she at she be like 'right now'
"You talkin' bout me"
And when a brother's goin' through some of that raw stuff
She got my back, like 'sho 'nuff
"You talkin' bout me"And when I find him, I'm gonna keep him all I can
You'll never catch me stressin' him
You'll only find me lovin' him
I'm a real woman who wants a real man
And when I meet him, I'll give him all I can
You'll never find me trippin' on him
I'll only be givin' love to him
You talkin' 'bout me
Bout me
Boy, don't you see
That you talkin' 'bout me
Bout me
Boy, don't you see
From the first time I met her
I knew she was heaven sent
After bomb sex and it's been on ever since
Caramel complexion, lips sweet as candy
Perfect vision, standin' in a T-shirt and panties
And then we get to the sheets
And next to me at the Grammys
Thick and thin, got a 'Best Friend' like Brandy
Never stressin' when I run the streets wit my family
Sometimes it seems that she's the only one that understands me
No need to creep, she knows what I like
And on top keeps me laced from my neck to my Nikes
When I'm broke, holds me close on cold nights
Accepts my collects I'm lookin' to spoil right
I been searchin' my whole life for Ms. Right
Home cooked meals and good sex
Just a little bit of spice
Wit my luck, I know I'll only get one in this world
And that's West Side Riders love
With this big southern girl
My woman's gotta have skills in the kitchen
She's gotta keep it real with nothin' missin'
"You talkin' bout me"
And when she hangin' with her friends gettin' tipsy
She call me where she at and say she miss me
"You talkin' 'bout me"
She gotta give me good lovin' through the night now
No matter where she at she be like 'right now'
"You talkin' bout me"
And when a brother's goin' through some of that raw stuff
She got my back, like 'sho 'nuff
"You talkin' bout me"
The song "Talking 'Bout Me" by Kandi is an empowering anthem that celebrates the role of women in relationships by highlighting the importance of their skills in the kitchen, loyalty, and sexual prowess. The song begins with Kandi emphasizing the role of a woman in keeping her man satisfied in the kitchen and in bed, setting a high standard for her listeners. Throughout the song, Kandi underlines the traits that define an ideal woman, such as keeping it real, having her man's back, and calling him to say she misses him. The lyrics also touch on how women deal with the challenges that come with relationships, as Kandi states that she will never stress her man out and will only show him love.
Apart from being a feel-good track, "Talking 'Bout Me" sheds light on the changing dynamics of relationships in modern times. The song portrays women as independent beings who are capable of holding their own in a relationship without relying solely on men. Its lyrics encourage listeners to be confident in themselves and to never settle for less than what they deserve in a relationship. Overall, the song is a celebration of the power of women in relationships and their ability to shape the way their partners see them.
Line by Line Meaning
My woman's gotta have skills in the kitchen
I require my partner to have the ability to cook well and make delicious meals.
She's gotta keep it real with nothin' missin'
My partner must be authentic and genuine, without hiding anything from me.
"You talkin' bout me"
My partner fulfills all the qualities I desire in a woman.
And when she hangin' with her girls gettin' tipsy
Even when my partner is out with her friends and enjoying herself, she still thinks of me and lets me know she misses me.
She call me where she at and say she miss me
My partner communicates with me to let me know she cares and is thinking of me.
She gotta give me good lovin' through the night now
I require my partner to satisfy me sexually and give me affection during the night.
No matter where she at she be like 'right now'
My partner is always available and present for me, no matter where she is or what she is doing.
And when a brother's goin' through some of that raw stuff
When I am going through difficult times, my partner supports me and has my back.
She got my back, like 'sho 'nuff
My partner is trustworthy and always has my best interests in mind.
"You talkin' bout me"
My partner embodies all the qualities I desire in a woman, and I am proud to be with her.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BERNARD EDWARDS, KANDI L BURRUSS, KATRINA CELESTE WILLIS, KEVIN JEROME BRIGGS, OAKS GENTRY
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