woman. She's Karyn White.
In the years since her last CD was released in 1994 (Make Him Do Right โ Warner Brothers), the lovely, soulful vocalist has focused her energy on family, raising and nurturing her daughter Ashley (her daughter with ex-husband, producer/songwriter Terry Lewis of Jimmy Jam/Terry Lewis fame). Whiteโs priorities to family are largely responsible for her absence from the music scene. Her daughter Ashley is now a freshman at Howard University but for the last 18 years โ Karyn saw to it that Ashley received the love and care of a mother invested in her child โ which the nomadic lifestyle of a professional musician could not afford.
Karyn's considerable talents extend well beyond music. Sheโs been successfully honing her skills in recent years as an interior designer, and making moves in real estate. However, she didn't turn her back on music, still paying close attention to the industry. โMusic is in me. You may be temporarily detached from the business side of it โ but the music, the melodies, the rhythms โ never leave you,โ said White.
White's new CD, scheduled for release in 2012, offers a heartfelt Retro Acoustic soulful flare. She delivers every note, every inflection, with the flow of a woman who knows what each nuance means to the song. The CD contains another anthem for the ladies โ a female bonding and
empowerment tune with an acoustic grit, called Sista Sista. With this future classic, the ladies will hear that they have their champion back on the scene. Karyn also performs her own version of the Cyndi Lauper classic, True Colors, on this new CD.
โKaryn is fearless, and when we first started talking about her releasing new music in the marketplace, the first thing she said was โ 'I don't want to do it like I've done it beforeโI want it to be new, I want to push the envelope on all of the new social media, internet and website platforms, I want to be the edge not on it........I want to be a difference maker' โ โthat's why I call Karyn a renaissance woman,โ said Jay King, the independent music, multi-media mogul of Club Nouveau fame, who is working with White on her new music. White's project includes embracing multi-media formats, to broaden the scope of Karyn and her ideas, with her โKaryn's Worldโ website (www.karynsworld.me). Plans for the web site include a reality show, and the opportunity for fans to purchase Karyn White branded merchandise.
Lest we forget, the Los Angeles native who has literally been singing her entire life was nominated twice for Grammy Awards (Best Female R&B Vocal Performance), and earned a trio of Soul Train Award nominations, along with a coveted NAACP Image Award for Best New Artist in 1989. She also added to her musical legacy by co-writing, co-producing and co-executive producing the Billboard HOT 100 Pop Chart #1 single, Romantic, in November 1991. Karyn's monster hits include The Way You Love Me, Secret Rendezvous and Love Saw It, a duet with Babyface. She is an international sensation, with Gold and Platinum albums in Japan, the UK and in Canada.
The songwriting prowess of Karyn White includes her work with industry icons Burt Bacharach and Carol Bayer Sager, as well as her co-writing the hit Til You Come Back To Me in 1992, a popular song originally performed by Rachelle Ferrell. Her first credit in the industry, even prior to hitting as a vocalist, was that of co-writing the Stephanie Mills hit Automatic Passion in 1985, along with the late great industry musician Robert Brookins and lyrical mastermind Tony Haynes. The mid-80's saw White working with a veritable Who's Who of musical talent, from Supertramp and O'Bryan to Richard Marx and Ray Parker Jr.
In 1986, Karyn was featured as a vocalist on a Jeff Lorber album called Facts Of Loveโthat began a buzz that led to her inevitable solo success. So, in 1988, her self-titled debut LP established her as a leading female voice in contemporary R&B music. That album was certified Platinum and reached #1 on the Billboard R&B charts. She enjoyed another Gold album in 1991, with Ritual Of Love. A dream come true is just a tough little wish that would not take NO for an answer. This is a truth for meโฆ. I can't wait to see what God has in store for me this time around!!!! 1994โs critically acclaimed Make Him Do Right may have been the last full length recording by Karyn White โ but her voice never left. Expect Karyn to conquer music all over again because true artistry is timeless.
One Heart
Karyn White Lyrics
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Iโฒm not the kind
Of woman who wants her lovers in quantity
What's more important is the quality of love
That you show so sweet so gentle
Youโฒre all that I want my man to be
And loving you comes so naturally
Oh baby I want the love that only you can bring
And cause you to be insecure with me
Just one heart
Is all a woman has to give
I only have one heart that feels
And one heart to love with
And one heart
Of this you can be positive
I only have one hear that feels
And my one heart beats for you
I'll search no more
Cause you're the only man that I adore
Iโฒll be your faithful lover
And all the love you give is love you will receive
Oh youโฒre so wonderful
I know together we can win
Just open your heart and let me in
My my my baby don't you be afraid
Cause everyday weโฒll both face temptation
But I'm gonna tell you what Iโฒm gonna do with
One heart
Is all a woman has to give
I only have one heart that feels
And one heart to love with
And one heart
Of this you can be positive
I only have one heart that feels
And my one heart beats for you you you you you you
Oh with every
I fall a little deeper in love
Pledge devotion my emotions
And all the love I share will be with you
Cause I got one heart
So baby feel secure
Oh and beats for beats for only you
Oh I'm gonna give it to you
Yeah baby
Oh you know you know you know you know
My one heart does beat for you
The love I feel is really true
The kind of love thatโฒs one on one
The kind that you always dreamed of
My one heart does beat for you
The love I feel is really true
The kind of love that's one on one
The kind that you always dreamed of
I do love you
(Darling I do)
I do love you
(Baby I do)
I do love you
(Baby I do)
In Karyn White's song "One Heart", she talks about the importance of quality over quantity when it comes to love. She reassures her lover that she only wants him and that her heart beats for him alone. She emphasizes the significance of having one heart to give and the depth of the feelings that come with it. She acknowledges that there will be temptations, but promises to remain faithful and devote her love to him.
Throughout the song, White's lyrics express the depth and sincerity of her love for her partner. She emphasizes that while she will only give him one heart, that one heart beats for him completely. She also encourages her partner to open his heart and let her in, emphasizing the need for trust and vulnerability in a relationship. Overall, "One Heart" is a heartfelt ballad that touches on the nuances of love and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Relax your mind
Just take it easy and don't worry too much
I'm not the kind of woman who wants her lovers in quantity
I'm not interested in multiple lovers or hookups, just one quality lover
What's more important is the quality of love
It's not about the quantity of love, but the quality of love
That you show so sweet so gentle
The kind of love that is caring, gentle and sweet
You're all that I want my man to be
You embody all the qualities I look for in a man
And loving you comes so naturally
Loving you feels like the most natural thing in the world
Oh baby I want the love that only you can bring
I want the unique and special kind of love that only you can provide
And doubt can only separate our feelings
If we doubt each other, it can damage the connection we share
And cause you to be insecure with me
Doubt may make you feel insecure in our relationship
Just one heart
As a woman, I only have one heart to give
Is all a woman has to give
A woman has limited capacity to love, just one heart
I only have one heart that feels
I only have one heart that can experience emotions
And one heart to love with
I only have one heart to give love to one person
Of this you can be positive
You can be sure that I have only one heart to give
I'll search no more
I don't need to search for love anymore
Cause you're the only man that I adore
You're the only man I love and admire
I'll be your faithful lover
I'll be loyal and dedicated to you as your lover
And all the love you give is love you will receive
The love you give me will be reciprocated
Oh you're so wonderful
You are amazing and I appreciate everything that you are
I know together we can win
We can overcome anything as long as we're together
Just open your heart and let me in
Be vulnerable with me and let me into your heart
My, my, my baby don't you be afraid
Don't be scared, baby, we can face anything together
Cause every day we'll both face temptation
Every day we'll be tempted by things that may damage our relationship
But I'm gonna tell you what I'm gonna do with
But I'll show you how I'll handle that temptation with
Oh with every
With every moment, with every second, with every breath
I fall a little deeper in love
I fall more deeply in love with you
Pledge devotion my emotions
I promise to be devoted and committed to you emotionally
And all the love I share will be with you
I will only give my love to you
So baby feel secure
Baby, rest assured that our love is true and secure
Oh and beats for beats for only you
My heart beats only for you
Oh I'm gonna give it to you
I promise to give my love to you
Yeah baby
Yes, my love
Oh you know you know you know you know
You understand how I feel and how much I love you
My one heart does beat for you
My heart beats with love for you
The love I feel is really true
My love for you is genuine and sincere
The kind of love that's one on one
Our love is exclusive and special
The kind that you always dreamed of
The kind of love that you've always wanted
I do love you
I deeply and sincerely love you
(Darling I do)
(Darling, I really do love you)
I do love you
I love you with all of my heart
(Baby I do)
(Baby, I swear that I do love you)
I do love you
I love everything about you
(Baby I do)
(Baby, I really do love you)
Writer(s): Terry Lewis, James Samuel Iii Harris
Contributed by Elliot V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
O'brien Sharara
This album is soooo under rated
Ava Darling Dear
The 1st time i heard this was on a repeat tape that played at my job. The tape played mixed music for a 2 1/2 hour straight before rewinding and repeating. Iโd pray that I heard this at the top of my shift so that I could hear again before quitting time, 3x a shift was a blessing. Iโd even stay around a little longer when I knew that tape was getting closer to playing it then leave work humming, just love this!
Wamundila Wamundila
I remember buying this album tape The Ritual of love. It was so good in 1994
Chandra Cotton-Armstrong
No Karyn! We never let go of you. We are still here waiting on you. Ty for helping us create those special moments with that " ONE HEART". GOD BLESS.
Siya Nato
one of those for the road to keep on repeat tracks
Marcus Anthony
Beautiful.
Edward Kalima
Marcus Anthony one of my favorite from this album
Edward Kalima
a beautiful song though out time no matter how far you come with years and relaship in Life
Gerald Day
Love Love Love this song. Very underrated songstress. Still listening ๐ถ in 2022
Suzyo Mark Mwandila
Days when I was dating my girl th3n who now is my wife. This is the soundtrack of our journey