In 2009, Ledisi released her fourth album Turn Me Loose , which earned her a couple more Grammy nominations.
Ledisi's fifth album, Pieces Of Me, was released on June 14, 2011 debuting at #8 on the Billboard 200, her first entry on the top 10 of the album chart.
She and her band are from a new breed of modern soul singers (that fall into the New Organic Soul movement in the U.K.) that do not bow to the formulated 'pop' format that permeates the national charts of the U.K. and the U.S.A.
Her mother sang in an R & B band and opened her daughter's ears to classical music, then to jazz and gospel.
‘My mother is an inspiration to me because she was an R & B singer when I was growing up, and I'd watch her perform in the park by our house. I grew up on Earth, Wind and Fire. Tina Turner is my favorite’.
As a teenager Ledisi first sang in a friend’s band, but soon realised she'd have to form her own if she was going to get the creative freedom she desired.
She formed the group Anibade.
The band consisted of:
Sundra Manning (keyboards)
Cedrickke Dennis (guitar)
Nelson Braxton (bass)
Wayne Braxton (saxophone)
and Tommy Bradford on (drums)
Anibade means ‘my mother is great’ in Yoruba and also happens to be Ledisi's middle name.
The band the group performed at several nightspots including Bruno's, The Black Cat, and Rasselas, in the San Francisco area before, successfully, getting a local radio station, KMEL, to play the single ‘Take Time’, without any major label distribution.
Ledisi said, ‘We took it to other labels to try and get a deal, but we found that they didn't get it 'cause it wasn't already out there. We got frustrated with that.’
Ledisi is said to be recording a jazz record with bassist Marcus Shelby on Noir Records.
That album was due in early 2000, although the set has not yet surfaced.
Her first solo album ‘Soulsinger’, was, however, released in 2000, to critical acclaim.
The album addressed several personal issues, none more so than the track ‘Papa Loved To Love Me’, a harrowing tale of a father sexually abusing his daughter.
The track is uncomfortably close to home.
Ledisi said ‘My family heard it, though, and they said, 'Wow, you went and told everything!'. I know it's giving something away about myself, but it's a part of me. That's why people relate to a story like that.’
Eric Benét and Rahsaan Patterson recently attended her groups' concerts and they have opened for Eric Benet, D’Angelo and Angie Stone.
A second album entitled 'Feeling Orange And Sometimes Blue' was released in early 2002.
Ledisi travelled to London's Jazz Cafe in March 2003 for more gigs following a successful concert at Subterranea in the autumn of 2002.
She was supported by the Braxton Brothers along with several other performers.
Anything
Ledisi Lyrics
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That anything you go through
I'll always be there with you
Through anything
(Anything, anything, anything, ah)
Cause you and I
No mountain that we won't climb
No battle that we won't fight... no
Don't be afraid to tell me what's on your mind
(Anything, anything, anything, ooo ah)
I made a wov that I'd stay by you for life
So baby say the word and I'll...
I'll do (Any... anything)
For you (Any... anything)
Baby come to me (For any... anything)
(Anything for ya, baby I adore ya)
I'll do (Any... anything)
For you (Any... anything)
Baby come to me (For any... anything)
(Anything for ya, baby I adore ya)
Adore ya, adore ya!
(Anything for ya, baby I adore ya)
Love means
Anyone who tries to curse you
By default they're cursing me too
(So whatch what you say about 'em or there's gon' be a problem)
Cause your pain
Is attached to my pain
And I'll do anything to take it away baby
(Anything, anything, anything, ooo ah)
Don't be afraid to tell me what's on your mind
(Anything, anything, anything, ooo ah)
I made a wov that I'd stay by you for life
So baby say the word and ooh I'll...
I'll do (Any... anything)
For you (Any... anything)
Baby come to me (For any... anything)
(Anything for ya, baby I adore ya)
I'll do (Any... anything)
For you (Any... anything)
Baby come to me (For any... anything)
(Anything for ya, baby I adore ya)
Adore ya, adore ya!
(Anything for ya, baby I adore ya)
So baby say the word and I'll do
Anything for you... ahh
Baby call me for any... anything... yeah, hey
I will do anything for you
Hey, hey, hey... anything
I adore you, I adore you, I love you
(Anything for ya) Baby I adore you
Ehh... Anything for ya... for ya...
The song "Anything" by Ledisi talks about the unconditional love that the singer has for their partner. They are declaring that no matter what, they will be there for them through thick and thin. They make a vow to stay with their partner for life and that their love means that anything they go through, the singer will be by their side. There is no mountain they won't climb or battle they won't fight together. They encourage their partner not to be afraid to tell them what's on their mind because they want to take away their pain and will do anything to make it happen.
The lyrics convey a powerful message of love and loyalty that is almost unbreakable. It highlights the importance of being there for your loved one through all the ups and downs, and that their pain is your pain. It emphasizes the importance of communication in a relationship and the ability to share your deepest thoughts and fears without fear of judgement. Ultimately, the song is a beautiful representation of love and what it means to be committed to someone for life.
Line by Line Meaning
Love means
The definition of love is
That anything you go through
I'll always be by your side, no matter what obstacles we face
I'll always be there with you
I will never abandon you
Through anything
No matter what happens
(Anything, anything, anything, ah)
Anything you need, I'm there
Cause you and I
Our relationship
No mountain that we won't climb
There's no challenge we can't conquer
No battle that we won't fight... no
We'll never back down from any fight
(Anything, anything, anything, ooo ah)
I am here for you, no matter what
Don't be afraid to tell me what's on your mind
You can share anything with me without fear of judgment
I made a wov that I'd stay by you for life
I made a promise to stay by your side forever
So baby say the word and I'll...
Just tell me what you need, and I'll do it
I'll do (Any... anything)
I will do absolutely anything for you
For you (Any... anything)
Your well-being is my top priority
Baby come to me (For any... anything)
You can always come to me for help
(Anything for ya, baby I adore ya)
I will always be there for you because I love you
Adore ya, adore ya!
I cherish you and adore you
Love means
The definition of love is
Anyone who tries to curse you
Anyone who speaks ill of you
By default they're cursing me too
Is also disrespecting me by extension
(So watch what you say about 'em or there's gon' be a problem)
So be careful what you say about them or there will be a conflict
Cause your pain
Your suffering
Is attached to my pain
Is also affecting me
And I'll do anything to take it away baby
I will do anything to alleviate your pain
So baby say the word and ooh I'll...
Tell me what you need, and I'll do it
So baby say the word and I'll do
I will do whatever you want me to do
Anything for you... ahh
I'm willing to do absolutely anything for you
Baby call me for any... anything... yeah, hey
You can always contact me whenever you need me
I will do anything for you
You mean everything to me and I will do anything to make you happy
Hey, hey, hey... anything
I mean absolutely anything
I adore you, I adore you, I love you
I cherish you and I am in love with you
(Anything for ya) Baby I adore you
I am here for you, and I love you
Ehh... Anything for ya... for ya...
Absolutely anything you need
Writer(s): Claude Kelly, Ledisi Anibade Young, John David Webb
Contributed by Mason N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Ledisi
Thanks everyone for the support. I pray my music brings you joy.God Bless! -Ledisi
@Able44
Definitely on repeat over here!
@purplesoul9927
@@Able44 yes many times over. Just the thought of this kind of love 🔥
@purplesoul9927
Thank you so much for keeping love alive for us thru your beautifully melodious music. Fan from day 1♥️ #untilmylovecomes
@conscioussanctuary5167
👑 Ledisi never disappoints ☄️🔥 ...on repeat no doubt❤️
@tanclarkplusclark1590
💞💚💞💚💞💚💞💚💞💚💞💚
@staciestephenson622
This is the most passionate song a black woman could ever sing to a man❤❤❤...
@rodshaw8472
My wife sent this to me. She's always sending me songs of love to make my work day special.
Love you baby girl!
@sreadkidd9000
Fantastic 🎉❤
@MyLove-iy7pi
Protect her at all costs🫶🏽