Already proven as a talented, sought after songwriter and revered platinum-… Read Full Bio ↴Already proven as a talented, sought after songwriter and revered platinum-selling artist, Marsha Ambrosius is meeting the next challenge in her already impressive musical career by reinventing herself as a solo artist with her J Records debut disc LATE NIGHTS & EARLY MORNINGS.

Hailing from Liverpool, England, fans first got a taste of Marsha’s talent as the singing half of the duo Floetry. Their 2000 debut Floetic produced signature singles like “Say Yes" and "Getting Late" as well as four Grammy nods. Following the 2005 release of their second studio album, Flo’Ology, the ladies veered creatively and personally. While the split was difficult, Marsha continued to build a name for herself as a songwriter and producer, creating “Butterflies” for the late Michael Jackson and other hits for artists such as Alicia Keys, Justin Timberlake, Jamie Foxx and Nas. She’s been nominated for a total of six Grammys and has been honored by BMI as their Songwriter of the Year.

Over the years, Marsha has stayed relevant as an artist via touring, writing/producing and mixtapes like 2007’s Neo Soul is Dead, 2008’s Yours Truly and 2010’s Yours Sincerely. She also appeared as a featured artist on projects from Patti Labelle, The Game, Busta Rhymes, Jamie Foxx and Earth, Wind & Fire, among others. Eventually, Marsha signed with Dr. Dre’s Aftermath Records however a much-buzzed about solo debut never materialized due to creative glitches. Equipped with plenty of her own talent, she found herself being given songs from producers that were “great but not songs that made sense in relation to each other.” Marsha calls her sound “honest and consistent” and it was important for her to make an album with an overall cohesive sound. She explains, “I think with an album everything has to make sense, like ‘Where is this story going?’”

But that wasn’t the only situation posing a challenge for Marsha. A basketball player since childhood, when her music career took off, her diet remained the same as when she was regularly active. Constantly on the road touring and promoting wasn’t conducive to a healthy diet and resulted in her gaining 70 pounds in just one year. She finally got serious about her health and lost the weight safely and slowly over about a two-year period.

Now at a strong place mentally and physically, Marsha’s ready to present her sound to the world. The first single, “Hope She Cheats on You (With a Basketball Player),” is an anthem that women and men can relate to. Marsha explains, “It’s the reality of a bad break up. We wanna be decent human beings and say the right thing, you know, ‘I wish you well.’ But this is ‘Everything that could go wrong for him I want it to because my ego is bruised and I’m acting out.’” There’ve been many songs written about heartbreak, but Marsha’s approach to “Hope She Cheats on You” gets in your face rather than plays the victim.

LATE NIGHTS & EARLY MORNINGS is destined to be a classic, as Marsha offers a candid glimpse of her life and perspectives as a woman. Inspired by musical icons like Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and Prince, she concedes there is an overall male influence in her songwriting, such as the assertive sentiments heard on hits like “Say Yes.” She explains, “My pen and my point of view has a certain aggression to it because I’ve listened to a lot of male influenced music, which I think makes me one of the most outspoken writers out here. Sometimes as a woman you don’t wanna say what’s on your mind for fear of being judged. But why wouldn’t I say it like that if that’s how I felt?” Musical peers recruited to contribute to the project include Alicia Keys, a reunion with Dre and Vidal (producers of “Say Yes”), Just Blaze and Focus.

While her success in the industry is already solidified, Marsha knows it’s never easy to win over fans as a solo artist. Fortunately, she says, “It’s like being thrown in the deep end. ‘Okay I have to swim? Oh well.’ I’ve taken that attitude and it’s carried me forward.”

(from MarshaAmbrosius.com)

Kiss & Fuck
Marsha Ambrosius Lyrics

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I think I'm in love
Just tell me I am, yeah
One taste of your lips, and I can't pretend
You got me so gone
You're making me wet
I'm one step away from letting you in
Listen, I know we just met but I feel like
I feel like it's been a long, long time
And I'm curious to see what I've, on my mind

Just to past the time

We kiss and we fuck
And it was everything
You're all that I want
I put that on everything
Just give me your love
Baby just give me your love

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Marsha Ambrosius's Kiss & Fuck describe the intense attraction that the artist is feeling towards someone new. From the very first moment, she feels a deep connection with this person, but knows that they have only just met. Despite this, she is strongly considering letting this person into her life. With one taste of their lips, she feels so consumed by their presence that she knows she can't pretend to be anything else.

Throughout the song, Marsha reveals her vulnerability and eagerness to experience more with this person. She acknowledges that it may seem wild to be giving herself up so quickly, but she can't help how strongly she feels towards them. The chorus of the song further emphasizes this intense attraction, as she sings about the all-consuming sensation of being with this person. She wants nothing more than to be with them, and in return, simply wants their love.

Overall, Kiss & Fuck is a song that explores the intense emotions that come with falling in love. Marsha Ambrosius provides an honest look into her own feelings, and creates a relatable song for anyone who has experienced this same rush of emotion.

Line by Line Meaning

I think I'm in love
I have strong feelings of affection for you

Just tell me I am, yeah
Confirm my strong feelings towards you

One taste of your lips, and I can't pretend
After experiencing your kiss, I am unable to pretend my feelings for you aren't real

You got me so gone
You have completely taken control of my thoughts and emotions

You're making me wet
Your touch and presence makes me incredibly aroused

I'm one step away from letting you in
I am close to opening myself up emotionally and/or physically to you

Listen, I know we just met but I feel like
Despite only just meeting, I have an intense connection with you

I feel like it's been a long, long time
Our connection feels so strong and familiar that it seems like we have known each other for a long time

And I'm curious to see what I've, on my mind
I am eager to explore my feelings and desires for you

Just to past the time
I don't just want to engage in physical activity with you to kill time, but because I genuinely desire you

We kiss and we fuck
We engage in both physical and emotional intimacy

And it was everything
Our intimacy was satisfying and fulfilling

You're all that I want
I only desire you and no one else

I put that on everything
I swear to the truth of my statement

Just give me your love
I want your emotional and physical affection

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MARCOS PALACIOS, ERNEST CLARK, MARSHA AMBROSIUS, MARK PELLIZZER

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