Affectionately known as the "B-team," Lance & Tony went on to pen songs for Alexander O'Neal, New Edition, and other artists that came to Flyte Tyme looking for songs. After solidifying their place in the studio as up & coming producers and songwriters, the ambitious pair put together the Lo-Key project. The first album "Where Dey At?" was named after a dig at a Jamaican studio owner who signed Lance to a 'slave' contract before his Flyte Tyme deal and owed him money and kept his Masters. Although amongst music circles the group was lauded, Lo-Key never reached Platinum or Gold status, due to corporate restructuring and political maneuvering at A&M records. Performances were kept at a minimum, due to the grooming of Lance & Tony as producers. After the sale of the Perspective imprint, Tony became A&R for a while at the new Flyte Tyme Records, and Lance went on to form his own label, "Baby Honey Records", with music promoter B-Rich, which is based out of Atlanta, as well as the Baby Honey Recording studio. The only group signed to Baby Honey Records was V.I.P., a trio vocal group from Minneapolis. The rest of Lo-Key disbanded.
Lance Alexander discovered the R&B group 'Next' while working as a staff writer at Flyte Tyme Productions. Initially, the pair brought the group, who was known at the time as 'Straight 4ward,' into the Flyte Tyme studios to cut demos and after pitching the group to Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, the Producers passed on the project. After performing at an annual black music seminar in Minneapolis, Naughty by Nature's DJ Kay Gee discovered the group and signed them to a recording contract. Lance wrote the B-side "Butta Love" to the million selling single "Too Close". The group was renamed Next. Lo-Key was influenced heavily by Con Funk shun, and also by old school R&B acts.
I Got A Thang 4 Ya!
Lo-Key Lyrics
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Girl you really got it goin' on
I wanna spank, I wanna thank ya.
you're the reason why I sing this song.
Are roses red, are violets blue,
who cares as long as I'm with you.
Sugar, let's just run away
where only the two of us can play.
You're sweet as honey and just as sunny
as a nice and warm afternoon
Your smiling face, your loving grace
could light up any room.
Now I won't flinch but I need a pinch
to make sure I'm not dreaming.
'Cause loving like this doesn't come ev'ry day
and I've got a couple of words that I'd like to say
There's a little something that you should know
I'm in love, ooh ooh
I got a thang for ya baby
Ms. Good Stuff, aw you're so tuff
You put some things on my mind
Now don't desert me but, Girl, just hurt me
With all the love you could find, aw, Baby Girl
My lemon drop, my lollipop
Girl, candy must be yo name
'Cause yo sweetness is my weakness
And I'm damn sure nothing can beat this
Girl, I bet cha that since I met ya
The sun just shines everyday
The dreariness of loneliness
Has done my own way
I never want it 'cause my heart has found us
Thinking when we're apart
That we must have hit the spot
Sending an arrow straight to my heart.
There's a little something that you should know
I'm in love, ooh ooh
I got a thang for ya baby.
Some folks are just old fashioned
but I know that other folks just want some action
tell me who is looking for a in the heart
'cause you and I keep love alive
and Baby, you know we should never ever let it die
There's a little something that you should know
I'm in love, ooh ooh
I got a thang for ya baby.
There's a little something that you should know
I'm in love, ooh ooh
Lo-Key's "I Got A Thang 4 Ya!" is a classic love song in which the singer expresses his deep affection for his partner. The song starts off by describing the physical appearance of the girl and how he is captivated by her dark and lovely features. He wants to spank her and thank her for being such a wonderful woman. The lyrics then move on to express the singer's desire to run away with his lover to a place where only they can be together. His feelings for her are overwhelming, and he wants her to know that he is in love with her.
Line by Line Meaning
Dark and lovely, no one above thee,
You are beautiful and there is nobody better than you.
Girl you really got it goin' on
You are impressive and attractive.
I wanna spank, I wanna thank ya.
I want to show my appreciation for you in a physical way.
you're the reason why I sing this song.
You inspire me and make me want to express my feelings.
Are roses red, are violets blue,
The color of things is not important.
who cares as long as I'm with you.
As long as I am with you, nothing else matters.
Sugar, let's just run away
Let's escape and be alone together.
where only the two of us can play.
Let's spend time together in a private place.
You're sweet as honey and just as sunny
You are kind and bright.
as a nice and warm afternoon
You are like a pleasant and comfortable day.
Your smiling face, your loving grace
Your happy expression and caring attitude.
could light up any room.
Your presence can improve any space.
Now I won't flinch but I need a pinch
I am not afraid, but I need confirmation.
to make sure I'm not dreaming.
To confirm that this is real and not just in my imagination.
'Cause loving like this doesn't come ev'ry day
This kind of love is rare and special.
and I've got a couple of words that I'd like to say
I have something important to tell you.
There's a little something that you should know
I have a message for you.
I'm in love, ooh ooh
I have strong feelings for you.
I got a thang for ya baby
I am attracted to you and want to be with you.
Ms. Good Stuff, aw you're so tuff
You are incredibly strong and impressive.
You put some things on my mind
You have made me think deeply.
Now don't desert me but, Girl, just hurt me
Don't leave me, but challenge me with your love.
With all the love you could find, aw, Baby Girl
Love me as much as you can, my dear.
My lemon drop, my lollipop
You are my sweet candy.
Girl, candy must be yo name
You are like candy, so sweet and enjoyable.
'Cause yo sweetness is my weakness
Your deliciousness is irresistible to me.
And I'm damn sure nothing can beat this
I am certain that nothing is better than this feeling.
Girl, I bet cha that since I met ya
Since I met you, my life has been incredibly positive.
The sun just shines everyday
Every day is beautiful because of you.
The dreariness of loneliness
The sadness of being alone.
Has done my own way
I have been freed from loneliness.
I never want it 'cause my heart has found us
I do not want to be alone because I have found you.
Thinking when we're apart
Missing you when we are not together.
That we must have hit the spot
We have found something special.
Sending an arrow straight to my heart.
Your love has made a direct impact on me.
Some folks are just old fashioned
Some people prefer traditional ways.
but I know that other folks just want some action
Some people prefer excitement and adventure.
tell me who is looking for a in the heart
Who is looking for love?
'cause you and I keep love alive
We continually nurture our love.
and Baby, you know we should never ever let it die
We must make sure our love never fades away.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LANCE ALEXANDER, LANCE MARK ALEXANDER, TONY TOLBERT, TONY L TOLBERT
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