During the 1970s, he was the lead vocalist for Tower of Power. As a soloist, he made several hit recordings, including “Cause I love You” (recorded on his solo album) and “So Very Hard To Go’
Background
Williams moved to Oakland at a very young age. Learning to play the trumpet in elementary school fueled his interest in music; his skills as a vocalist were first nurtured by singing in gospel choirs and groups around the Bay Area. He worked with several notable artists, such as Sly Stone, Andre Crouch, Billy Preston and members of the Hawkins family, Edwin, Walter and Tremaine.
Professional recordings
After winning several local talent contests, Williams signed his first record deal with Fantasy Records. He cut two singles for the label including “Lisa’s Gone” and “Feelin Blue”, written by John Fogerty of Credence Clearwater Revival. In 1972, Williams' stint with Atlantic Records was placed on hold, when he joined the emerging funk band Tower of Power. A string of hits, including “ So Very Hard To Go’,“Don’t Change Horses (In The Middle Of The Stream)” and Eric Jackson's luvin You, written by Williams and Johnny "Guitar" Watson. During his two years with the group, Williams participated in three milestone albums, the gold LP Tower Of Power, Back To Oakland, and Urban Renewal, while touring throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Solo works
At the end of 1975, Williams returned to his solo projects. Initially signing with Motown Records in 1972, he later moved to ABC Records in 1977 (which was then purchased by MCA Records in 1979). Over the next four years. He scored ten charted hits, including “Shoo Doo FuFu Ooh”, ‘Choosing You”, “You Got Me Running”, “Love Hurt Me Love Healed Me”, and “Midnight Girl”. Williams recorded four more albums from 1977 to 1980, Choosing You, his first gold LP, Spark Of Love, Love Current, and Let’s Do It Today.
After leaving MCA, Williams recorded for independent labels, Rockshire and Knobhill. In 1986, he was invited to sing vocals on “Don’t Make Me Wait For Love” a track from Duo Tones, a multi-platinum recording by Kenny G. The song became a top 20 pop and R&B hit the following year.
Suspicions
Lenny Williams Lyrics
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And I'm so proud when we walk down the street.
And I know it's crazy to worry like I do.
But I get this feelin' that I'm losing you.
I get these suspicions even though
I know that you love me, baby,
and I really shouldn't feel this way.
I'm afraid somebody's gonna steal you away from me.
When I go out to a party with you
You always turn every head in the room.
And I just know what's on every man's mind
I try to fight it, but it gets me sometimes.
I get these suspicions even though
I know that you love me, baby,
and I really shouldn't feel this way.
Suspicions, I can't help it you're just so good lookin'
I'm afraid somebody's gonna steal you away from me.
When I'm with you, I feel so satisfied.
The way you touch me when you lay by my side.
And that look you get in your eyes when we love
Makes me hate myself for what I'm thinkin' of.
I get these suspicions even though
I know that you love me, baby,
and I really shouldn't feel this way.
Suspicions, I can't help it you're just so good lookin'
I'm afraid somebody's gonna steal you away from me.
I get these suspicions even though
I know that you love me, baby,
and I really shouldn't feel this way.
Suspicions, I can't help it you're just so good lookin'
I'm afraid somebody's gonna steal you away from me.
The lyrics of Lenny Williams's song Suspicions tell the story of a man who is insecure about his relationship with his lover, despite knowing that she loves him. He is proud to be with her, but also feels a sense of unease and suspicion that he might lose her to someone else. He can't help but feel jealous and insecure when he sees other people admiring her beauty and charm, even though he knows that she is faithful to him.
The lyrics suggest that the man is struggling with his own insecurities and fears, which are causing him to doubt the sincerity of his lover. He is torn between his feelings of love and his anxieties about losing her, which creates a sense of tension and conflict in their relationship. The repeated refrain of "suspicion" echoes his internal struggles, as he tries to come to terms with his own insecurities and overcome his fears.
Overall, the lyrics of Suspicions offer a poignant reflection on the complexities of love and relationships, and the insecurities and fears that can sometimes undermine them. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of trust, communication, and self-awareness in building strong and lasting connections with others.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so glad that I met you, baby.
I'm grateful to have met you and have you in my life.
And I'm so proud when we walk down the street.
I feel proud and lucky to be seen walking with you.
And I know it's crazy to worry like I do.
Intellectually, I know that my fears are irrational.
But I get this feelin' that I'm losing you.
However, emotionally, I can't shake the feeling that I'm losing you.
I get these suspicions even though I know that you love me, baby, and I really shouldn't feel this way.
Despite being aware of your love, I can't help but feel suspicious and don't think I should feel this way.
Suspicions, I can't help it you're just so good lookin' I'm afraid somebody's gonna steal you away from me.
The reason for my suspicions is that you are incredibly attractive, and I fear losing you to someone else.
When I go out to a party with you You always turn every head in the room.
Whenever we go out, you attract the attention of everyone, which makes me feel insecure.
And I just know what's on every man's mind I try to fight it, but it gets me sometimes.
I can't help but imagine what every man in the room is thinking and struggle to control my anxiety.
When I'm with you, I feel so satisfied. The way you touch me when you lay by my side.
Despite my suspicions, being with you makes me happy, and physical touch creates an intimate connection between us.
And that look you get in your eyes when we love Makes me hate myself for what I'm thinkin' of.
However, when we make love and see the love in your eyes, it makes me feel guilty for my suspicions.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVID MALLOY, EDDIE RABBITT, EVEN STEVENS, RANDY MC CORMICK, RANDY LYN MCCORMICK
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