Williams rose to noteriety when she joined Destiny's Child, one of the most successful female groups of all time with whom she earned a Grammy Award for "Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals" for single "Survivor".
Raised in a Christian family, Williams learned to sing in her church's choir. She later sang in a musical quartet called United Harmony alongside sister Cameron. After attending Auburn High School and being a part of the C.A.P.A (Creative And Performing Arts) program there, she pursued a degree in criminal justice at Illinois State University before leaving to pursue a career in music. Whilst touring as a backing vocalist for R&B star Monica, the opportunity arose for Williams to join Destiny's Child in 2000.
After the release and promotion of the grammy-nominated Destiny's Child album Survivor, Williams became the first member to release a solo studio album in 2002. Her debut, Heart To Yours , shot up to #1 on the Billboard Gospel Chart, where it spent a total of 46 weeks and also peaked within the top 20 of the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Albums before being listed at #6 on the year-end Gospel Albums chart. Also a critical success, the album won Williams an award for "Best Gospel Act" at the 2003 MOBO Awards. Billboard ranked Williams as the #5 Top Gospel Artist of 2002. Williams then made her acting debut in the Broadway hit, Aida, replacing R&B singer Toni Braxton; making her the first and only member of Destiny's Child to appear on Broadway.
Following the success of her debut, Michelle released her sophomore album, entitled Do You Know, in 2004 which peaked at #3 on the Billboard Christian Albums chart, #2 on the Billboard Gospel Chart and was well received by critics who lent particular praise to her songwriting ability.
In 2006, she made her television debut in the UPN comedy Half & Half, where she played the role of Naomi. In 2007, Williams returned to theatre, starring in the first US national tour of The Colour Purple alongside LaToya London and Stephanie St. James, which earned her a nomination for "Best Lead Female Actress" at the 18th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards.
Williams released her third (and first commercial pop) album, Unexpected in 2008. The highly-anticipated and critically-acclaimed pop debut features singles; "We Break The Dawn" which peaked at #47 in the UK, #38 in Hungary and #4 on the US Dance chart; "The Greatest", which topped the US Billboard Dance chart; and "Hello Heartbreak". In 2009, "The Greatest" was listed at #39 on the decade-end, 2000-2009 Billboard Dance chart, one place behind "Lose My Breath" which Williams released as a member of Destiny's Child.
In 2009 she starred in the hit West-End production of Chicago, making her the first African-American to be cast in the lead role. The following year she replaced Ashlee Simpson in the Broadway production of the legendary musical before beginning an engagement at the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles. She further pursued acting in 2011, originating the lead role of Lena Summer in David E. Talbert's What My Husband Doesn't Know, which was released on DVD the same year.
In 2011, Williams released a collaboration with dance artist Ultra Naté titled "Waiting on You" which became her third top 20 entry on the US Billboard Dance chart where it peaked at #11.
In 2012, it was announced Williams had signed with Light Records/eOne. In 2013, Williams joined the US national tour of three-time Tony Award-winning musical Fela! and reunited with Destiny's Child at the Super Bowl XLVII halftime show.
In 2013, it was announced that Williams will star in her own reality show titled My Sister's Keeper, produced by eOne, to coincide with the release of her fourth solo album.
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2 The actress Michelle Ingrid Williams (Marilyn Monroe ) features on the soundtrack of the film My Week with Marilyn singing It's a Wrap, I found a Dream, That Old Black Magic and a medley of 'When love goes wrong, Nothin' Goes Right' & 'Heat Wave'.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Week_with_Marilyn#Music
Love Thang
Michelle Williams Lyrics
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I could see if i'd done something noble,
incredible or simply wonderful
Then i'd understand just why you care for me
Saved a child from the building on fire,then fed
all the hungry supplied their needs
Then maybe it would make more sense why you
dare to love me,but
CHORUS
I can't figure out this love thang
Though we've talked about it all before
But the truth about this love thang,no one else
can love me more
VERSE 2:
Ran to others part time lovers for comfort
Lord i'm sorry I must have been out of my head
Tell me how many times did I manage to break
your heart oh yeah
said I'd do but I didn't,no I should but I wouldn't .
in spite of it all stil You said
I'm so in love with you
CHORUS
In Michelle Williams’ song “Love Thang”, she sings about her confusion and inability to understand why someone could love her so deeply despite her flaws and mistakes. In the first verse, she contemplates that perhaps if she had done something remarkable or selfless, she could understand why someone would care for her so much. But the reality is that she cannot make sense of this “love thang” even though they’ve talked about it before. She acknowledges that no one else can love her more than this person, but the confusion remains.
In the second verse, Williams acknowledges her past mistakes and potentially hurtful actions towards her partner, admitting that she sought comfort in other romantic partners. She recognizes the pain that she may have caused them and how difficult it must have been to forgive her. Yet despite all of this, this person still loves her deeply and tells her so.
Overall, the message of this song is one of self-reflection and gratitude for the love of another. It highlights the difficulty of understanding why someone would choose to love us despite our shortcomings and mistakes.
Line by Line Meaning
I could see if i'd done something noble,
If I had accomplished something remarkable or admirable, then it would be easier to understand why you have feelings for me.
incredible or simply wonderful
Whether it be something extraordinary or just plain great.
Then i'd understand just why you care for me
If I had achieved something significant, I would comprehend the reason for your affection.
Saved a child from the building on fire,then fed
An example of an honorable deed that would merit admiration and affection.
all the hungry supplied their needs
Another example of a good deed, one that would not only help people but also benefit society as a whole.
Then maybe it would make more sense why you
The singer is still struggling to make sense of why someone would love her, even with exceptional accomplishments.
dare to love me,but
Despite the singer's doubts, the other person remains steadfast in their feelings.
I can't figure out this love thang
Despite discussing their relationship, (the singer) is having trouble understanding the nature of their love.
Though we've talked about it all before
They have discussed the issue with the other person on several occasions, but still can't grasp the reasons for their love.
But the truth about this love thang,no one else
Insinuating that the mysteries behind this love are elusive and no other person could answer them.
can love me more
Regardless of the confusion, the other person's love is undeniable and can't be matched by anyone else.
Ran to others part time lovers for comfort
During times of emotional turmoil or struggle, the singer found consolation in other people, who were not long-term partners.
Lord i'm sorry I must have been out of my head
Regretful for wrongful actions and behaviors when she was not in the right frame of mind.
Tell me how many times did I manage to break
The singer's behavior caused a rift in their relationship repeatedly.
your heart oh yeah
The negative impact of the singer's actions resulted in a broken heart.
said I'd do but I didn't,no I should but I wouldn't .
The singer has made promises they didn't fulfill or things they should have done but refused to.
in spite of it all stil You said
Even after all the mistakes (or especially after them), the other person remains in love.
I'm so in love with you
Again, the other person's feelings are unwavering, no matter the past or unknowns of the relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANSON R. DAWKINS, ERIC D. DAWKINS
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@candaceterry3348
I love this song. She was slept on but God got her and brought her to where she needed to be in her musical calling.
@rochellephelps7581
Been in love with this song, since I first heard it!
@aimegildasportella9401
this song never tired To hear this...her voice...harmonies.the sound of guitar....just wonderful..
@cokofansmusicforgod5164
@Rochelle Phelps, TOTALLY!!!!! Ikr?!
@Nippyfit86
Me too. One of my favorite songs of hers
@AngelGabriel-gx2fx
2020 whose still watching this?😁
@LIBRADO65
I remember this song playing acouple years ago when I gave my life to Christ...thanks for uploading.
@parisbraxton9346
love michelle williams her music is so amazing love all her solo stuff
@owenbrown3314
The first time I heard this song , I was going through the worst period of my life ; real life changing shit . But when I use to sit and listen to this track , it use to lift the darkness ⛅
@JLPerryTV
I remember the gospel radio would play this song all the time