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.
That Good Good
Ledisi Lyrics
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I'm the type of woman woman woman woman woman
I'm the type of woman knows what she want and ain't afraid to say what I need
I want a kind of man that really understands and ain't afraid to give it to me
Put your arms around me like ya glad you found me say you can't live without me
Ay, this kind of love don't come free (Show me)
Your heart your soul boy all of that and then some work it till I'm losing my cool
Give me love (That good good)
The kind that's gonna keep me there
Give me love (That good good)
If ya can't then I don't want you there
'Cause I don't need no one with me that don't compare
Give me love (That good good)
Give me give me that
That good good
I'm the type of woman, gives it all she got and need someone to give it right back
Do you know how to treat me, know just how to read me only want a man like that
Got somebody for ya, first I gotta know ya, show me that ya got my back
Ay, that's why I'm not scared to act, (Just give me)
Your time your touch boy give me that affection I need your attention whew
Your heart your soul boy all of that and then some work it till I'm losing my cool
Give me love (That good good)
The kind that's gonna keep me there
Give me love (That good good)
If ya can't then I don't want you there
'Cause I don't need no one with me that don't compare
Give me love (That good good)
Give me give me that
That good good
Give me love (That good good)
The kind that's gonna keep me there
Give me love (That good good)
If ya can't then I don't want you there
'Cause I don't need no one with me that don't compare
Give me love (That good good)
Give me give me that
That good good
Good good good good (Give me that that)
Good good good good (Give me that that)
Good good good good (Give me that that)
Good good good good
The song "That Good Good" by Ledisi, portrays a strong and confident woman who knows what she wants and is not afraid to voice her needs. She desires a kind of love that is unconditional and long-lasting. The lyrics, "I'm the type of woman that knows what she wants and ain't afraid to say what I need," showcases that she is not just looking for any kind of love, but a love that is pure and true.
Furthermore, the lyrics emphasize the importance of mutual understanding and reciprocity in a relationship. The lines "I'm the type of woman, gives it all she got and need someone to give it right back," highlight the idea that a relationship is a two-way street, and love should be given and received equally.
The chorus "Give me love (That good good), the kind that's gonna keep me there," reinforces the message that the woman desires a love that is grounded in deep emotional connection and commitment. Overall, the song is an empowering ode to the strength and independence of women who are unafraid to demand the love and respect they deserve.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm the type of woman woman woman woman woman
I am a confident woman who knows what I want
I'm the type of woman knows what she want and ain't afraid to say what I need
I am not shy to communicate my needs and desires
I want a kind of man that really understands and ain't afraid to give it to me
I desire a compassionate and generous partner
Put your arms around me like ya glad you found me say you can't live without me
I long for affection and affirmation from my partner
Ay, this kind of love don't come free (Show me)
True love requires effort and action, not just words
Your time your touch boy give me that affection I need your attention whew
I desire quality time, physical touch, and undivided attention from my partner
Your heart your soul boy all of that and then some work it till I'm losing my cool
I crave a deep emotional connection and effort from my partner, to the point of losing myself in the passion
Give me love (That good good)
I want genuine love, the kind that is fulfilling and satisfying
The kind that's gonna keep me there
I desire a long-lasting and committed relationship
If ya can't then I don't want you there
I am not interested in a partner who cannot meet my emotional needs
'Cause I don't need no one with me that don't compare
I won't settle for anything less than a fulfilling and equal relationship
I'm the type of woman, gives it all she got and need someone to give it right back
I am a generous partner who needs an equally generous partner in return
Do you know how to treat me, know just how to read me only want a man like that
I desire a partner who understands and respects my needs and personality
Got somebody for ya, first I gotta know ya, show me that ya got my back
I am willing to invest in a potential partner, but only if they prove their loyalty and commitment
Ay, that's why I'm not scared to act, (Just give me)
I am confident in my standards and willing to act accordingly
Good good good good (Give me that that)
I desire genuine love that is satisfying and fulfilling
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: JON WEBB, CLAUDE KELLY, LEDISI YOUNG, ANGEL HIGGS
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