After finishing high school, Kem dealt with homelessness, addiction, and isolation from his family. He did not overcome these issues until he turned to spirituality and music, as he has said, "My career didn't take off until I connected with my spirituality. That's why I take time on stage and on the album to administer spirituality to people. That's one of the things that I am most proud of." He has also stated that he does not create music marketed to the mainstream hip-hop-dominated R&B crowd but to people who enjoy his soul/jazz adult contemporary sound and lyrical content. He wrote, produced, and financed his self-released debut album, Kemistry, by singing in a wedding band and waiting tables. He was later signed by Motown Records, who re-released the album on February 25, 2003. The album's first single, "Love Calls", became a hit at urban adult contemporary and smooth jazz radio. He followed his debut release with a sophomore album, Album II, released May 17, 2005. It included the hit single "I Can't Stop Loving You", a #1 at urban adult contemporary radio, and the song "You Might Win" featuring Stevie Wonder on harmonica.
Lie To Me
Kem Lyrics
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From the top of the world
Chemistry
Hey girl, it's a matter of fact
I think that you amazingly fit
The fundamental parts of me and girl
We should never look back
And I respect everything that you been through
Sugar, that's the way it should be
I'll never try to change who you are
Take a look around you
Tell me baby can't you see
That I loved you right from the start?
You wear the crown in my heart
Girl, and you ain't gotta lie to me (you don't have to lie to me)
Girl, you ain't gotta lie to me (girl, you ain't gotta lie to me)
I'm ready to love you babe (I'm ready to love you babe)
You don't have to change a thing (yeah)
You don't have to change a thing (oh)
I already got the ring (yeah)
I'm ready to wife you, girl
So, baby, just roll with me
Let the wind hit your back
Step into the sun
What's done is done and it's over when it's over, baby
Why don't we kick back and relax?
There's nothing over our shoulder
I give him praise everyday I can hold you
Baby, that's the way it should be (the way it should be)
Mama, you're my shining star
Girl, I don't wanna live without you
There's nobody better in the world for me
And I love you just the way you are
You're like a dream in my arms
Girl, and you ain't gotta lie to me (you don't have to lie to me)
Girl, you ain't gotta lie to me (you ain't gotta lie to me, yeah)
I'm ready to love you babe (I'm ready to love you babe)
You don't have to change a thing (yeah)
You don't have to change a thing (girl)
I already got the ring (got you a ring)
I'm ready to wife you, girl (yeah)
You got all the things (all the things)
That make you real to me (real to me)
You keep me satisfied (yeah, yeah)
You're the love of my life (hey girl)
And baby all the things
They were meant to be
Because baby, I want to make you my wife
You don't have to lie to me
You don't have to lie to me (lady)
(Ooh, yeah)
I'm ready to love you babe (I'm ready to love you, girl)
You don't have to change a thing (you ain't gotta change)
You don't have to change a thing (girl, I got you a ring)
I already got the ring ('cause I love you babe)
I'm ready to wife you, girl (yeah girl)
You don't have to lie to me (you ain't gotta lie to me, baby)
You don't have to lie to me
Why you wanna try to be sugar?
I need you in my life, girl, yeah
I'm ready to love you babe
You don't have to change a thing (you ain't gotta change)
You don't have to change a thing (girl, I got you a ring)
I already got the ring
I'm ready to wife you, girl (I'm ready to wife you, girl)
I need your love, I want your love
The lyrics of Kem's song "Lie To Me" express a genuine and deep love for the woman he is singing to. He starts by acknowledging how perfectly she fits into his life and how he wants only the best for her, appreciating the person she is and respecting her past. He assures her that he loves her just the way she is and doesn't want her to change for him. It's clear that she holds a special place in his heart and he sees her as his queen, the one he wants to spend his life with.
He encourages her to let go of any worries and enjoy their relationship, leaving past troubles behind. He reassures her that there is no need to look over their shoulders because their love is secure. He expresses his gratitude for having her in his life and cherishes her as his shining star. He sees her as a dream in his arms and believes she is the perfect match for him.
Overall, the lyrics of "Lie To Me" convey a genuine and unwavering love, emphasizing the importance of honesty and acceptance in a relationship. It's a declaration of commitment and a desire to spend a lifetime together.
Line by Line Meaning
You're listening to 'Love 101'
You are currently tuning in to a radio station called 'Love 101'
From the top of the world
Feeling extremely happy and content
Chemistry
A strong connection and attraction between two people
Hey girl, it's a matter of fact
Hey girl, it's the truth
I think that you amazingly fit
I believe that you perfectly complement me
The fundamental parts of me and girl
The essential and important elements of myself and you, girl
We should never look back
We should always focus on the present and future, not dwell on the past
I only want the best for you
I desire nothing but the utmost happiness and well-being for you
And I respect everything that you been through
I deeply value and appreciate all the experiences you have faced
Sugar, that's the way it should be
Darling, that is the ideal way a relationship should be
I'll never try to change who you are
I will never attempt to alter your true essence and personality
Take a look around you
Observe your surroundings
Tell me baby can't you see
Please, my love, can't you understand
That I loved you right from the start?
That I have adored you since the very beginning?
You wear the crown in my heart
You hold the most cherished and special place in my heart
Girl, and you ain't gotta lie to me (you don't have to lie to me)
Girl, there's no need to deceive or hide the truth from me
I'm ready to love you babe (I'm ready to love you babe)
I am prepared to give you my wholehearted love, my dear
You don't have to change a thing (yeah)
You don't need to alter any aspect of yourself
I already got the ring (yeah)
I already have an engagement or symbolic ring for you
I'm ready to wife you, girl
I am prepared to marry you, my beloved
So, baby, just roll with me
So, my darling, simply go along with me
Let the wind hit your back
Allow yourself to embrace new experiences and move forward with the wind's guidance
Step into the sun
Embrace the brightness of life and its opportunities
What's done is done and it's over when it's over, baby
What has been done is in the past, and the outcome is finalized, my love
Why don't we kick back and relax?
Why don't we take it easy and unwind?
There's nothing over our shoulder
There are no burdens or worries from the past haunting us
I give him praise everyday I can hold you
I express gratitude every day I can be with you
Baby, that's the way it should be (the way it should be)
Darling, that is the perfect way for things to be
Mama, you're my shining star
Darling, you are the sparkling and radiant star in my life
Girl, I don't wanna live without you
Girl, I cannot imagine my life without you
There's nobody better in the world for me
There is no one in the entire world who is more suitable for me
And I love you just the way you are
And I adore you exactly as you are
You're like a dream in my arms
Being with you feels like a beautiful dream come true
You got all the things (all the things)
You possess all the qualities and attributes
That make you real to me (real to me)
That make you utterly genuine and authentic to me
You keep me satisfied (yeah, yeah)
You continually fulfill and satisfy me
You're the love of my life (hey girl)
You are the person I love most in this world (hey girl)
And baby all the things
And my dear, all the aspects
They were meant to be
They were destined to happen
Because baby, I want to make you my wife
Because, my love, I desire to marry you
You don't have to lie to me
You do not need to deceive or hide the truth from me
Why you wanna try to be sugar?
Why do you want to pretend or act sweet?
I need you in my life, girl, yeah
I truly need you in my life, my dear
I'm ready to love you babe
I am prepared to give you my wholehearted love, my dear
You don't have to change a thing
You do not need to alter any aspect of yourself
I already got the ring (got you a ring)
I have already obtained an engagement or symbolic ring for you
I'm ready to wife you, girl (yeah girl)
I am prepared to marry you, my beloved (yeah girl)
I need your love, I want your love
I require your love, I desire your love
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Anthony Cornelius Hamilton, James Jason Poyser, Kim L. Owens, Salaam Remi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@terrancewatson1803
Smooth as always congrats on new single..ππΎππΎππΎβπΎπ―
@rosalyntwitty9211
Congratulations and May God continue to Bless you
@brandib966
You dont have to lie to me.... just keep it 100....β€β€
@JonahIsrael
KEM killing the game with this one!!! π₯π₯π₯π₯π₯π₯
@phillipswatson3452
A BREATH OF FRESH AIR REAL R & BππΆπ NOTHING LIKE THAT πππSMDHππΆπ TODAY π
@darlenejones462
Congrats Kem the song is beautiful.continue sucess love peace happiness in your new marriageππ
@slimsharon50ty
Kem, I am so happy for you. You and your wife are a prime example of what God would do when you put him first.
The next time I decide to date, we are going to church first. πππ
@tracyfromcincinnati3002
"I swear fo God" (as our people say), EVERY TIME I think Kem has made my favorite song, i.e. (You're On My Mind) he makes another one!!! DAMMIT KEM! I've been married 20 yrs and this song gives me CHILLS.
@wildflowerevat9318
Rickey Smiley show brought me here! π₯KEMπ₯
@annagarber3939
Can't stop listening
Yesssssssss
Detroit in the house
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