The group is well known for its highly diverse musical style (able to play anything from traditional jazz stylings to mainstream R&B and rock-based music to funk grooves and even Latin and Jamaican-based rhythms) and also its captivating live performances.
Discovered and originally signed to Perspective Records by music producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis in 1989 (after being heard at a performance at a club in downtown Minneapolis called First Avenue), their debut album was entitled Meant To Be Mint (released in 1991).
Despite their musical versatility the band attempted to attract New Jack Swing listeners with their dance cut "Are You Free", but it wasn't successful (the song hit #55 on the R&B charts). However, they did enjoy major success with the stunning ballad "Breakin' My Heart (Pretty Brown Eyes)".
The song stayed on the charts for 34 weeks, hitting the R&B top 5 (#3), and the Pop Top 10 (#6). Forever In Your Eyes was also successful (#7 R&B). Two years later they released their 2nd platinum album, From The Mint Factory (1993). They enjoyed success with the #2 hit "U Send Me Swingin'", while "Someone To Love" and "So Fine" hit the R&B Top 30. 1996 saw the release of "Definition of a Band". The album hit the R&B Top 20. Some successful singles on this album are: "What Kind Of Man Would I Be" (#2 R&B), and "You Don't Have To Hurt No More" (#10 R&B). Two years later, The Collection: 1991-1998, a greatest hits compilation, was issued.
After Perspective Records/A&M folded, the group signed with Elektra Records in 1999, releasing their fourth full-length album, Life's Aquarium (#7 R&B). It's main single, If You Love Me, hit the R&B Top 5.
As the 21st Century came around, Mint Condition was the only R&B/Funk band signed to a Major Record Label.
After a six year hiatus, the group resurfaced as a quintet due to former member and keyboard player Keri Lewis leaving the group to produce for other artists, such as his one-time wife, singer Toni Braxton .
During the same year, they released Living The Luxury Brown on their independent label Caged Bird Records. The album hit #1 on the Independent Album Charts. Live From The 9:30 Club, a performance of a concert at the 9:30 club in Washington DC, was issued in 2006.
Forever In Your Eyes
Mint Condition Lyrics
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I had to know Was it love you felt, too
Not thru mere words but the way that you looked at me
told me just how how much you really care
So don't you try and hide your feelings
cause it's so very plain to see
forever in your eyes
Guide you to love infinity
Forever in your eyes
Here we are Baby the time is right.
now there's no doubt what we feel is right
Just say the word cause I'm in it much too deep
to turn away so please say you'll stay
So don't you try and hide your feelings
cause it's so very plain to see
forever in your eyes
Just let your heart faithfully guide you.
Guide you to love infinity
Forever in your eyes
Girl I wanna hold ya your head on my shoulder
With you I'll never tire we'll take it higher and higher
I'll never hurt you baby never be untrue
All my hopes and dreams are realized in you
So don't you try and hide your feelings
cause it's so very plain to see
forever in your eyes
Just let your heart faithfully guide you.
Guide you to love infinity
Forever in your eyes
The song Forever In Your Eyes by Mint Condition is about the powerful and unexpected feeling of love that the singer has for someone, and how he wants to share it with the object of his affection. He opens the song by expressing the surprise nature of his feelings, and how he had to ask the person if they felt the same. He then talks about the way they looked at him, conveying a great deal of caring, and how this made him sure that the feeling was mutual.
The singer then implores the person not to hide their feelings, as it is clear to him that they share a deep connection. He wants to build a future with them and is willing to commit to them fully. He describes wanting to hold them close, and promises to never hurt them or be untrue. He believes that all his hopes and dreams are fulfilled in this person, and they are the only one for him.
Overall, the song is a heartfelt expression of love, with a focus on authenticity and trust. The singer is confident that they have found their soulmate and wants to build a life with them based on open communication and a deep connection.
Line by Line Meaning
It came unannounced this feeling I feel for you.
I didn't expect to have these feelings for you.
I had to know Was it love you felt, too
I needed to confirm whether you feel the same way.
Not thru mere words but the way that you looked at me
Your actions and expressions made it clear how you feel.
told me just how how much you really care
It showed me the depth of your feelings for me.
So don't you try and hide your feelings
Don't conceal your emotions.
cause it's so very plain to see
Because it's evident and obvious.
forever in your eyes
Your love is always present in your eyes.
Just let your heart faithfully guide you.
Trust your heart and let it lead you to love.
Guide you to love infinity
Lead you to an everlasting love.
Here we are Baby the time is right.
The moment is perfect for us.
now there's no doubt what we feel is right
We both know that our feelings are true.
Just say the word cause I'm in it much too deep
I'm committed and invested in this relationship.
to turn away so please say you'll stay
I can't walk away, so please stay with me.
Girl I wanna hold ya your head on my shoulder
I want to embrace you and offer comfort.
With you I'll never tire we'll take it higher and higher
I will never get weary of being with you, and we will progress in our relationship.
I'll never hurt you baby never be untrue
I will never betray your trust and will always love you.
All my hopes and dreams are realized in you
You are everything I've ever wanted in a partner.
Guide you to love infinity
Lead you to an everlasting love.
Forever in your eyes
Your love is timeless and ever-present in your eyes.
Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: HOMER O'DELL, HOMER RODERICK O'DELL, JEFFREY ALLEN, JEFFREY STEPHEN ALLEN, KEIRSTON LEWIS, KEIRSTON JAMAL LEWIS, LAWRENCE WADDELL, LAWRENCE EL GRECCO WADDELL, RICKY KINCHEN, STOKLEY WILLIAMS
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