He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on January 3, 1986, to Robin Polite and Lloyd Polite Sr. His father died when he was at the age of two, and he moved with his mother and older sister Brandy to Atlanta, Georgia.
Lloyd was discovered by Joyce Irby in 1996 and at the age of 14 was in the pre-teen group N-Toon, alongside younger brother Chuckie. The group won Nickelodeon's cancelled show Double Dare 2000 against No Authority, and the group was signed to DreamWorks Records. Although two singles were released ("Ready" and "Shoulda Been My Girl"), their debut album Toon Time went unnoticed due to a lack of promotion from the label. The group eventually disbanded, and Lloyd began shopping around for a solo deal. He was soon signed to MCA Records with his first single to be "Young Girl". Unfortunately, as MCA Records dissolved into its parent company, Geffen Records, many of the artists on its roster were let go, including Lloyd. However, using "Young Girl" as a demo, he landed a new recording contract with Irv Gotti at The Inc./Def Jam Records.
"Southside", a duet with label mate Ashanti, became Lloyd's debut single and an R&B hit. The video was number one on BET's 106 & Park, where Lloyd and Ashanti performed the song live. The follow-up single was "Hey Young Girl", which wasn't as successful as "Southside". His childhood friend Ciara was in the video, and he is in the video of her hit "1, 2 Step". Both singles appeared on his 2004 debut album, titled Southside, which performed relatively poorly. A third single was never announced. After that, Lloyd appeared singing hooks on singles for label mate Ja Rule on "Caught Up" as well as on rapper Tango Redd's "Let's Cheat". He also made an appearance in R&B singer Sammie's video "You Should Be My Girl".
In 2006, a newly-recorded track titled "You" surfaced, featuring Lil Wayne (an alternate version featured Tango Redd). The single gained airplay on BET Late and it was #1 on 106 & Park. Lloyd's second studio album, titled Street Love, was released on March 13, 2007. The second single "Get It Shawty" was also very successful, reaching the top twenty on the pop charts. By the time the third single "Player's Prayer" was released, interest in the album had diminished. and with lack of promotion the song proved to be unsuccessful.
Lloyd's third album Lessons in Love was released in August 2008. The song "How We Do It (Around My Way)" was promoted as a single in early 2008, but only appeared on select versions of the album. "Girls Around the World" was the next single, another collaboration with Lil Wayne.
Lloyd has made guest appearances on television shows, most notably on the hit show One On One, an episode of Wild 'N Out on June 21, 2007 and on a show called Gotti's Way on VH-1. In an interview Lloyd indicated that he has about twenty tattoos, which include a picture of his father, the logo of his company Young Goldie Music and a "rebel baby angel".
2. Lloyd was a Christian modern rock/pop group who blended vocals with acoustic and electric guitars. Lloyd was formed when two original members of the rock/funk/pop group "Imagine This" teamed up with a new guitarist (who also was with I.T. for a time) and bassist to form Lloyd. The name change is necessary as Lloyd strays quite a distance from the Imagine This.
Human
Lloyd Lyrics
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So you think that you know me
You're the only one who knows who I am
I decided tonight that I'm breaking
All the chains on my throne of perfection
Could it be that easy to let it all go
Everything you see that glitters
Everything you think is perfect, oh
Isn't always so
Many times many times I would've let my feelings show
Everything you see that glitters
Isn't always gold
You know I'm just human, human, human after all
You know I'm just human, human, human after all
Slowly, slowly
I'm okay in revealing
Scars you see I wear them proud in the end
I decided tonight that I'm wasting
Too much thought on the art of perception
Could it be that easy to let it all go
Everything you see that glitters
Isn't always gold
Everything you think is perfect, oh
Isn't always so
Many times many times I would've let my feelings show
Everything you see that glitters
Isn't always gold
You know I'm just tired of the weight of the world on my shoulders
Babe, you know I'm sick of always carrying it for you
Used to be a superwoman now that's over, over
I'm a lover, I'm a lover, baby, I'm a soldier
Doesn't mean that I could be everything for you
Used to be a superwoman now that's over, over
Everything you see that glitters
Isn't always gold
Everything you think is perfect, oh
Isn't always so
Many times many times I would've let my feelings show
Everything you see that glitters
Isn't always gold
You know I'm just human, human, human after all
You know I'm just human, human, human after all
You know I'm just human, human, human after all
You know I'm just human, human, human after all
Lloyd's song "Human" explores the vulnerability and imperfections of being human. The lyrics suggest that people often hide behind a facade of perfection, but that facade can be shattered to reveal the true essence of a person. Through this song, Lloyd emphasizes the importance of being authentic and transparent about one's struggles and imperfections.
The opening line "Lonely, lonely" sets the tone of the song, creating a feeling of isolation and detachment. The next line "So you think that you know me, you're the only one who knows who I am," implies that people base their understanding of others on superficial characteristics and overlook the complexities of each person. The chorus emphasizes that glittering appearances are not always indicative of inner perfection, and that even the picture-perfect people have their own struggles and challenges.
The second verse indicates a shift in perspective as Lloyd begins to reveal his own scars and imperfections. The lines "I'm okay in revealing scars you see I wear them proud in the end" show that Lloyd is letting go of the need to hide his true self, and recognizes that his imperfections make him stronger. The final verse underscores the idea that perfection is not attainable, and that people should embrace their vulnerabilities rather than suppress them.
Overall, "Human" is a powerful message of self-acceptance, encouraging people to embrace their imperfections and be authentic with themselves and others.
Line by Line Meaning
Lonely, lonely
Feeling isolated and without companionship
So you think that you know me
Challenging the assumption that others understand or can judge one's true self
You're the only one who knows who I am
Acknowledging the possibility that someone may know and accept one's true self
I decided tonight that I'm breaking
Making a conscious decision to move away from a particular way of being
All the chains on my throne of perfection
Letting go of the pressure and expectations that come with trying to be perfect
Could it be that easy to let it all go
Questioning whether it's possible to truly let go of one's desire for perfection
Everything you see that glitters
Warning against taking appearances at face value
Isn't always gold
Emphasizing the need to dig deeper in order to understand the truth
Everything you think is perfect, oh
Casting doubt on the idea of perfection
Many times many times I would've let my feelings show
Admitting to moments of vulnerability and a desire to express emotions
You know I'm just human, human, human after all
Asserting that despite any appearances or expectations, one is simply human and fallible
Slowly, slowly
Taking things step by step or at a measured pace
I'm okay in revealing
Feeling comfortable and ready to share something personal
Scars you see I wear them proud in the end
Taking pride in one's scars or past struggles because they have made one stronger
I decided tonight that I'm wasting
Realizing that time or energy is being misused or squandered
Too much thought on the art of perception
Recognizing and questioning the ways in which others perceive or judge oneself
You know I'm just tired of the weight of the world on my shoulders
Expressing exhaustion or overwhelm with the burden of responsibility or expectation
Babe, you know I'm sick of always carrying it for you
Challenging the idea that one person can or should bear all responsibility in a relationship
Used to be a superwoman now that's over, over
Acknowledging that one can no longer sustain a persona of invincibility
I'm a lover, I'm a lover, baby, I'm a soldier
Asserting one's strength and resilience in the face of vulnerability and emotional openness
Doesn't mean that I could be everything for you
Admitting that no one person can or should try to meet all of another's needs
You know I'm just human, human, human after all
Reiterating the underlying message that imperfection and humanity are inevitable
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ROBERT MARVIN, CATHY LEE GRAVITT, LAURA PERGOLIZZI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@maryjanecajegas4204
it saddens me that this album did not get promoted well. love you cher!
@hallanabeatriz4168
same af 😖
@solTYger
I love Chere and if I had to pick 1838484848$ I would pick chere
@ariellecorinne4633
It's Cher, not Chere :)
@solTYger
Sorry
@rareluna843
This album is so underrated. People need to give cher lloyd a listen to her music
@alyssalim6334
why is this song so underrated???
@trickySK
Alyssa Lim it is not. we love it!
@jhanvihemlani8248
Well its not a single. Even if it was,her shit label wouldn't have promoted her. But this year,she is coming up with a new album with a better and new label!
@MeriAmber
Her voice really shines in this one. It's a beautiful melody.