Lattimore first developed his interest for music in the high school band program at Eleanor Roosevelt High School in Greenbelt, Maryland. He often acknowledges Dr. Baker for setting him on current path. Lattimore recently spoke at the 2005 Eleanor Roosevelt High School Graduation.
After a stint as a member of the R&B group Maniquin, Kenny regrouped and released his debut album Kenny Lattimore on Columbia Records in 1996. That set boasted a pair of Top 20 hits "Never Too Busy" and the perennial wedding favorite "For You". The huge success of the album earned Lattimore a win for Best New Artist at the NAACP Image Awards in 1996.[1]
He followed his debut up with another critically-acclaimed set of smouldering soul music when From The Soul Of Man was released in 1998, yielding the hits "Days Like This" and "If I Lose My Woman". After a short hiatus, the singer re-emerged with a new album and a new label. Arista Records would be the new home for Weekend whose title track was a radio favorite.
He married R&B singer Chanté Moore on January 1, 2002. In 2003, he and his wife recorded a duet album entitled Things That Lovers Do consisting of classic soul songs from the 70's and 80's plus two new original songs. The standout singles were the smooth & contemporary "Loveable (From Your Head To Your Toes)" and an upbeat funky cover of René & Angela's "You Don't Have To Cry". The music video for the latter featured a very pregnant Chante Moore shortly before she gave birth to the couple's son Kenny Jr. on April 10, 2003. Lattimore & Moore continued promoting the album with a hugely successful touring stage show.
Following the success of Things That Lovers Do, Kenny released another album of duets with his wife. This time, the duo bested the previous effort with a double-CD of gospel and R&B love songs entitled Uncovered/Covered. The set will be lead off by dual singles, a slick Bryan Michael Cox production "Figure It Out", as well as "Make Me Like The Moon", a stirring gospel ballad co-written by Kenny and Chanté, and produced by Fred Hammond. Uncovered/Covered was released in stores October 10, 2006 on LaFace/Verity/Zomba Music Group and debuted at #10 on the Billboard R&B Charts and #2 on the Billboard Gospel charts its first week in stores.
Just What it Takes
Kenny Lattimore Lyrics
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Stuck right in the middle of two broken hearts
Even though you want to have who loves you only
You're afraid to give yourself another start
You deserve better
Girl if you let me
I'll give what you need
So think it over
Soon you'll discover
To make the perfect situation what you need is me
[Chorus]
I've got just what it takes
Don't be afraid
Can't wait 'til the day that you will stand beside me
Taking full advantage of my broken heart
I've got a love that's not so much demanding
Just keeps right on giving till it fills you up
I'm gonna hold you
Let me console you
Girl when you're feeling low
Ill be your place to go
So here's my offer
Comes with a lifetime guarantee
From now on lonely nights till be all made history
'Cause you've got me
[Chorus]
Chase your tears away
Bring you out when you're down
Erase the pain
Now that I'm around, cause
[Chorus]
The song "Just What it Takes" by Kenny Lattimore tells the story of a person who is in between two broken hearts and is afraid to start a new relationship. The person wants someone who loves them only but is hesitant to take another chance. The singer assures the person that they deserve better and offers to be everything they need. He promises to be there when they feel low and provides a lifetime guarantee of companionship that will erase the pain of their past.
The lyrics of the song convey the message that there is always someone who can heal a broken heart and offer a new beginning. The singer's voice is soothing and comforting, reassuring the listener that they are not alone. The song also talks about the importance of having a supportive partner who keeps on giving till it fills you up.
Overall, "Just What it Takes" is a beautiful and heartwarming song that gives hope to those who are seeking love and companionship. It speaks to the listener's emotions and encourages them to take a chance on a new relationship because there is always someone out there who has just what it takes to make them happy.
Line by Line Meaning
Just another story of the lost and lonely
This is another tale of someone feeling lost and all alone.
Stuck right in the middle of two broken hearts
You are caught in the middle of two people who have had their hearts broken.
Even though you want to have who loves you only
You want someone who will only love you, but you feel torn and confused.
You're afraid to give yourself another start
You are scared to give yourself another chance at love.
You deserve better
You are worth more than what you have settled for.
Girl if you let me
If you give me a chance.
I'll be your everything
I will be all you need and want in a partner.
I'll give what you need
I will provide for you emotionally and physically.
So think it over
Take your time to consider my offer.
Soon you'll discover
Eventually, you will realize that I am the one for you.
To make the perfect situation what you need is me
I am the missing puzzle piece to your perfect life.
I've got just what it takes
I have all the qualities you need in a partner.
Don't be afraid
Do not let fear stop you from taking a chance with me.
Can't wait 'til the day that you will stand beside me
I am excited for the day that we will stand together as a couple.
Taking full advantage of my broken heart
I am vulnerable and you have the opportunity to take advantage of that by loving me.
I've got a love that's not so much demanding
My love is not overbearing or hard to handle.
Just keeps right on giving till it fills you up
My love will continue to give to you until you are satisfied and fulfilled.
I'm gonna hold you
I will hold you tightly in my embrace.
Let me console you
Let me comfort you during difficult times.
Girl when you're feeling low
When you are sad or upset.
Ill be your place to go
You can come to me for support and love.
So here's my offer
This is what I can give you.
Comes with a lifetime guarantee
This offer is guaranteed for the rest of our lives.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KEITH EDWARD CROUCH, KEVIN T. JONES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@sarge7526
Let’s not kid ourselves… R n B used to have some very attractive and wholesome looking female and male artist……. NOT ANYMORE….. Those days are LONG GONE!!!!
And NEVER COMING BACK!!!!!!
@treymcmahon793
This whole album was part of my upbringing. Still a classic!!
@annasmith9951
Unsung brought me here 2019
@tyardovdabulldht2340
Im upset....its 2023 and Im just now hearing this gem! Better late than never! So its my new Jam. Excellent for Steppin✌️
@bertramharvey7280
This brotya never recieved his reconition he had constant bangers...
@iluvrachellef
MEGA #FACTS
@justoilhairandbodysolution3262
I know but going through his list I'm seeing how much I've slept on him! SMH 🤦🏽♀️ very underrated
@estebanramosjimenez7291
Come on 25 years... We don't believe , it's Still relevant and modern. The classiest R'N'B singer besides Brian Mcknight.
@_unclecharles_
to this day idk why he didn't get bigger than he did. He had a strong but silky smooth voice
@zenobia328
Kenny is so slept on. He is very unrated. So much soul in his music. Still too tier.❤💐🎙📻