In 1999 Jazz legend Joe Sample collaborated with Lalah on the album The Song Lives On, which became a staple on both Jazz and Smooth R&B radio, as well as topping the Jazz charts. However, it would not be until 2004 that Lalah Hathaway would resurface with her own project. She had her biggest hit single in years with an inspired cover of the late Luther Vandross' Forever, For Always, For Love, topping the Urban AC Chart and reaching Top 40 on Billboards mainstream R&B chart, a feat repeated by Outrun the Sky, Hathaway's first solo album in a decade, which was released late in the year.
Brand New
Lalah Hathaway Lyrics
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And I let you take control
As you whisper softly I know... what will unfold
So familiar I feel you deeply
Ain′t no boundaries between us, clearly
What we know is who we are, really
Baby I'm here...
For always, you know me well
Forever, under your spell
For loving you, I′m overwhelmed
From the start I knew you were the one
You and me, me and you, together we feel brand new
Discovering, Imagining, forever we feel brand new
Beautiful, magical, wonderful you are
Just you and me, me and you together we feel brand new
We've been here before and I recognize the tension
And baby you've got my full attention
I′ll never tire of this pleasure, baby it′s you
For always, you know me well
Forever, under your spell
For loving you, I'm overwhelmed
From the start in my heart you were the one
You and me, me and you, together we feel brand new
Discovering, imagining, forever we feel brand new
Beautiful, magical, wonderful you are
Just you and me, me and you, together we feel brand new
You and me, me and you, together we feel brand new
Discovering, imagining, forever we feel brand new
Beautiful, magical, wonderful you are
Just you and me, me and you together we feel brand new
Brand new... ummmmm
We feel brand new, Brand new
Heyyyy, Ohhhh, IIIII
The lyrics to Lalah Hathaway's song, "Brand New" express a deep connection between two people who are in love. The song describes the feeling of being completely immersed in each other's lives and feeling in sync. The lyrics also suggest a sense of familiarity between the two individuals, as if they have known each other for a very long time. The person singing the song surrenders to their lover and is open to whatever unfolds between them, indicating a level of trust and comfort in the relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
As I close my eyes I breathe you in slow
I take a deep breath in slow motion as I close my eyes and embrace you with my senses.
And I let you take control
I let go of control and let you lead the way as I surrender to you.
As you whisper softly I know... what will unfold
When you whisper softly to me, I can sense and foresee what will happen next.
So familiar I feel you deeply
I am very familiar with you and feel a deep connection to you.
Ain′t no boundaries between us, clearly
There are no boundaries or limitations in our relationship, it is clear and open between us.
What we know is who we are, really
We truly know and understand who we are as individuals and as a couple.
Baby I'm here...
I am present and committed to our relationship, baby.
For always, you know me well
You know me well and will always understand and support me.
Forever, under your spell
I am enchanted and captivated by you, always and forever.
For loving you, I′m overwhelmed
I am consumed and overwhelmed by my love for you.
From the start I knew you were the one
From the very beginning, I knew in my heart that you were the one for me.
You and me, me and you, together we feel brand new
We, as a couple, feel new and refreshed when we are together, creating a unique and special bond.
Discovering, Imagining, forever we feel brand new
We continuously discover and imagine new things together, always refreshing our love and relationship.
Beautiful, magical, wonderful you are
You are incredibly beautiful, magical, and wonderful to me.
Just you and me, me and you together we feel brand new
Alone or together, we share an indescribable feeling of rejuvenation and freshness.
We've been here before and I recognize the tension
We have been in this situation before and I can sense the tension between us.
And baby you've got my full attention
You have my complete and undivided attention, baby.
I′ll never tire of this pleasure, baby it's you
I will never grow tired of our intimate connection and the pleasure that comes along with it, all thanks to you.
Brand new... ummmmm
I can't help but feel brand new with you.
We feel brand new, Brand new
Together, we share a special feeling of 'brand new', a fresh start towards a happy future.
Heyyyy, Ohhhh, IIIII
Vocals without a lyrical meaning, meant to showcase Lalah Hathaway's vocal range.
Writer(s): Eulaulah Donyll Hathaway, Vula Malinga, Benedict Ramsbotham
Contributed by Lucy V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.