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.
U Send Me Swingin'
Mint Condition Lyrics
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Oh, you send me swingin', you send me swingin'.
Oh, you send me swingin'.
I never thought I'd really find someone so beautiful and kind.
Oh, what you've done to me with just the little things you do.
You've got me crazy over you and it's getting stronger
When I'm with you I fall deeper in love,
I wait for the day A sweet gentle sway rocks your love right my way
Oh, you send me swingin', you send me swingin'.
Oh, you send me swingin'.
Just thinkin' 'bout you and all the things that we could do together as one
If only you could see how sweet your love is to me so heavenly
No other way to say just how I feel for you,
The lyrics of Mint Condition's song "U Send Me Swingin'" are a tribute to the power of love and the unbridled joy that it can bring to one's life. The opening lines "I wait for the day, a sweet gentle sway, rocks your love right my way" are about the anticipation and excitement that comes with the hope of finding the right person to share one's life with. The idea of being "rocked" by someone's love suggests a sense of security and comfort that comes with being in a loving relationship.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the power of this love, with the repeated refrain of "you send me swingin'" suggesting a sense of being swept up and carried away by the emotions that come with being in love. The lyrics speak to the transformative nature of love, with lines like "I never thought I'd really find someone so beautiful and kind" and "you've got me crazy over you and it's getting stronger" suggesting the way that love can change one's perspective and bring a new sense of joy and fulfillment.
Overall, the lyrics of "U Send Me Swingin'" celebrate the power of love to uplift and transform, and the sense of hope and excitement that comes with the search for a soulmate.
Line by Line Meaning
I wait for the day A sweet gentle sway rocks your love right my way
Anticipating when the love and affection I desire will come my way
Oh, you send me swingin', you send me swingin'.
The sensation of being completely smitten and overpowered by your love.
Oh, you send me swingin'.
Reiteration of the powerful effect your love has over me.
I never thought I'd really find someone so beautiful and kind.
I never believed I'd encounter someone as wonderful and warm-hearted as you.
Oh, what you've done to me with just the little things you do.
The smallest gestures from you have had an immense impact on me.
You've got me crazy over you and it's getting stronger
My affection for you is intensely growing, making me more and more enamored by your presence.
When I'm with you I fall deeper in love, swingin' this feeling is the one thing my heart is sure of.
My love deepens more and more with each moment spent with you, and I'm certain that this sensation is authentic and true.
Just thinkin' 'bout you and all the things that we could do together as one
Reflecting on the endless possibilities of what we could accomplish as a united force.
If only you could see how sweet your love is to me so heavenly
If only you could fathom how much your affection means to me, and how it makes me feel euphoric and content.
No other way to say just how I feel for you, I'm head over heels, can't believe this love is real
No words can fully express the depth of my emotions for you, I'm completely consumed by your love, and in awe that it's real.
Every moment spent with you, I'm more convinced it's true
Every instance spent in your presence solidifies my belief that our love is genuine and valid.
Just thinkin' 'bout you and all the things that we could do together as one
Reflecting on the endless possibilities of what we could accomplish as a united force.
Your love is the one thing my heart is sure of.
Amidst all the uncertainties of life, the one constant is the love and adoration I have for you.
When I'm with you, baby, can't deny it
In your presence, I'm unable to conceal my emotions.
My knees get weak, and I feel excited
Your presence makes me weak in the knees, and stimulated beyond words.
Every touch from you, it's like electricity
The slightest touch from you electrifies me and sends shivers down my spine.
You got me so addicted that I can't breathe
I'm so addicted and consumed by your love that it overwhelms me, and I'm left breathless.
Baby, this love, I'm 100 percent devoted
Baby, my love for you is unwavering and absolute.
And I pray to God that it doesn't get broken
I fervently pray that nothing can shake or damage the bond that we share.
Your love is the one thing my heart is sure of.
Amidst all the uncertainties of life, the one constant is the love and adoration I have for you.
I wait for the day A sweet gentle sway rocks your love right my way
Anticipating when the love and affection I desire will come my way
Oh, you send me swingin', you send me swingin'.
The sensation of being completely smitten and overpowered by your love.
Oh, you send me swingin'.
Reiteration of the powerful effect your love has over me.
Lyrics © 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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85 Baby
2023 had this on repeat for the past hour and counting. This song came out when I was 8 yrs old, Im 37 and still this song is still 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤❤❤❤❤❤
SLICK WIT IT
I'm just a little ahead of you. I'm 39
blu 🌟 star
Yes I cnt stop listening to it I had it on repeat all night 🌉
OG Bl4z1n
38. How did I miss this one? Parents kept this wellll hidden!
Tauheedah Barbee
I know I'm getting old because I keep Listening to real R& B classics Amazing from Anita to jodeci lalah Hathaway magical and bring back Amazing memories
A Thomas
Same but I’m 41 😂
Alysha Irons
2022 and I’m still blasting this song on repeat like it’s new. I love good music!! ♥️
Can We Just Love Each Other
Feb 21, 2023
nykat
Mar 1st 23… sitting here wondering I like this song so much, figured I’d come to YouTube and check the comments, lol
Sanele Nkambule
2023 it's still a bang