Musiq Soulchild was born and raised in Philadelphia and grew up with his family--including eight brothers and sister]. As a teenager, he began plans for a career in music. He released his debut album, ''Aijuswanaseing'' (read: "I Just Want to Sing"), in 2000, which was well-received by critics and audiences. Musiq did much of his own songwriting, and most of the record was produced and co-written by Ivan "Orthodox" Barias and Carvin "Ransum" Haggins, then of the A Touch of Jazz production company headed by Jazzy Jeff, now of Karma Productions. The singles "Just Friends (Sunny)", "Love", and "Girl Next Door" received exposure in America mainly on the more underground music video network, MTV2, as well as on BET. His singles also received a good amount of airplay on urban and urban contemporary radio stations.
In 2002, he released his sophomore album, ''Juslisen'' (read: "Just Listen"), as simply ''Musiq''. He had continued urban and MTV2 success with its singles, "halfcrazy" and "dontchange", the former of which was one of the most played music videos on MTV2 in the summer of 2002 and during the year overall. Both videos also got substantial play during the year on VH1 Soul. The singles had heavily amounts of airplay on both urban and urban contemporary radio sations in 2002. He also gained exposure during that year by opening concerts for Alicia Keys.
In late 2002, Musiq contributed guest vocals to "Break You Off", the first single from The Roots' ''Phrenology'' album. Once again, its video got heavy play on MTV2 and VH1 Soul, as well as on MTV Jams. He also appeared in Santana's song "Nothing at All" which is featured in his 2002 album ''Shaman''.
In 2003, the singles and videos "forthenight" and "whoknows" from his third LP, ''Soulstar''. "forthenight" was one of VH1 Soul's most played videos of 2004, and also had a very successful run on American urban radio stations.
Recently, Musiq Soulchild (who has added the "Soulchild" to his moniker again) has parted ways with Def Soul and has signed with Atlantic Records. A new Musiq Soulchild album is slated for a spring 2007 release. He will be making guest appearances on rapper Lloyd Banks's ''Rotten Apple'', Talib Kweli "Eardrum", Black Ice "The Death of Willie Lynch", pay tribute to Soul music legends Earth Wind and Fire and appear on the soundtrack "Daddy's Little Girls".
Musiq Soulchild released his debut album, Aijuswanaseing (I Just Want to Sing), in 2000, which included the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip Hop single, "Just Friends (Sunny)". Musiq's second single, "Love", spent 22 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. Musiq’s sophomore album, 2002's Juslisen (Just Listen), debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Charts and went platinum; "Halfcrazy" and "Dontchange". In 2003, Musiq released his 3rd album, Soulstar. It included the singles "Forthenight" and "Whoknows".
After a four year break and changing his management to Solqi Management and his record label to Atlantic Records, in 2007, Musiq's released his fourth album Luvanmusiq (Love and Music) which included the singles "B.U.D.D.Y.", "Teachme", and "Makeyouhappy". His fifth album OnMyRadio was released on December 2, 2008. The lead single, "Radio" has posted on both Musiq's MySpace page and official website.
Musiq Soulchild has had 2 platinum albums, 2 gold albums and 7 hit singles. He has received awards from Billboard, BET, ASCAP, BMI, and Soul Train. Musiq has also earned award nominations from MTV, American Music Awards, NAACP, and 9 Grammy nominations, including 3 for his 2007 album Luvanmusiq. Besides being a successful recording artist, Musiq is notable for his creative and unique way of titling his albums and songs by ignoring the rules of capitalization, punctuation and spelling.
He recently performed at the Antigua & Barbuda first Romantic Rhythms Music Festival in the Caribbean which was held from June 12-15,2008 which features legendary artists such as Kenny Rogers, Brian McKnight, Lionel Richie, Keyshia Cole, Maxi Priest, Destra, Heather Headly, Shaggy and many other local artist from the island including The Burning Flames.
He has also made guest appearances on rapper Lloyd Banks's album Rotten Apple, Talib Kweli's Eardrum, The Roots's Phrenology (album), Black Ice's The Death of Willie Lynch and pays tribute to soul music legends Earth Wind and Fire, appearing on the soundtrack to Tyler Perry's movie Daddy's Little Girls. And Ice Cube announced that Musiq will appear on his upcoming album, Raw Footage. He also lent a song from his latest album Luvanmusiq to the soundtrack for Perry's later movie Why Did I Get Married?. He then recorded a remake of Arrested Development's song "People Everyday" with British rapper Estelle for the soundtrack to Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns entitled "People Everyday (Metamorphosis Mix)".
Outside of music, he has been featured in television and print ads for McDonald's, Nike, Inc., Coca-Cola, Levi Strauss & Co. and The Gap. He also made a special appearance in The CW's #1 comedy The Game on Monday, October 29, 2007.
Ah Yeah
Musiq Lyrics
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I think beauty is over ready
'Cause it's something anyone can be
Attraction, now that's something different aha
And thankfully you're both to me
'Cause I've learned in this life
If you think we've got what it takes to go the distance
I can tell you're now oh you aha
Ah yeah ah yeah ah yeah ah yeah ah yeah ah
You're sweet and you see through me
You let me be free, I'm woman
Ahh the only one, I'll be
The only one you'll ever need and you're the very same for me
'Cause I've learned in this life
You gotta be with someone you like
If you think we've got what it takes to go the distance
I can tell you're now ah yeah aha
Ah yeah ah yeah ah yeah ah yeah ah yeah ah
Things can get so real in love you gotta know exactly
How you feel in love
Cause if you don't then maybe you'll find love
Uhh ah uh ah ah
Uh ah uh ah ah uh ah uh ah
The opening lines of this song, "Uh ah uh ah," set the tone for a playful and upbeat track about a couple who are deeply attracted to each other beyond physical beauty. The lyrics suggest that beauty can be a quality that anyone can possess, but attraction is something that is unique and difficult to find. The singer goes on to praise their lover for being more than just physically attractive, but also someone who sees and understands them for who they are.
The theme of the song is focused on the idea that in order to truly make a relationship work, one needs to be with someone they genuinely like and connect with. This sentiment is repeated throughout the chorus with the lines "I've learned in this life, you gotta be with someone you like, if you think we've got what it takes to go the distance." The song seems to be a celebration of finding that special someone who is both physically desirable and emotionally compatible, and the joy and excitement that comes along with it.
Overall, "Ah Yeah" is a catchy and light-hearted song that celebrates the beauty of love and attraction. The lyrics are simple but impactful, reminding listeners of the importance of finding someone they truly connect with, and the joy that comes with that connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh ah uh ah
An expression of excitement and joy
I think beauty is over ready
Beauty is something that is not as rare and valuable as it's made out to be
'Cause it's something anyone can be
Beauty is subjective and can be achieved by anyone
Attraction, now that's something different aha
Being attracted to someone is a more complex and unique feeling
And thankfully you're both to me
The person the singer is with possesses both beauty and attraction
'Cause I've learned in this life
The singer has gained wisdom from prior experiences
You gotta be with someone you like
Being with someone you like is important for a successful relationship
If you think we've got what it takes to go the distance
The singer is assessing if the relationship has the potential to last long-term
I can tell you're now oh you aha
The singer believes they've found the right person
Ah yeah ah yeah ah yeah ah yeah ah yeah ah
An expression of excitement and joy
You're sweet and you see through me
The person the singer is with is kind and understands them deeply
You let me be free, I'm woman
The singer feels liberated and empowered in the relationship
Ahh the only one, I'll be
The singer promises to be the only one the person they are with will ever need
The only one you'll ever need and you're the very same for me
The person the singer is with is also the only one they will ever need
Things can get so real in love you gotta know exactly
Being in love can be intense and you need to be sure of your feelings
How you feel in love
It's important to understand and acknowledge your emotions when you're in love
Cause if you don't then maybe you'll find love
If you can't understand your own emotions, you may struggle to find true love
Uhh ah uh ah ah
An expression of excitement and joy
Uh ah uh ah ah uh ah uh ah
An expression of excitement and joy
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: DERRICK HODGE, ROBERT GLASPER, TAALIB JOHNSON, CHRISETTE MICHELE PAYNE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Anthony Boluwaji
I think beauty's overrated
'Cause that's something anyone can be
Attraction now that's something different, ah-huh
And thankfully you're both to me
'Cause I've learned
In this life
You gotta be with someone you like
And if you think
We've got
What it takes to go the distance
I can tell you now
Ah yeah, ah yeah, ah yeah
Ah yeah, ah yeah, ah yeah
Ah yeah, ah yeah, ah yeah
Ah yeah, ah yeah, ah
Chrisette:
You're sweet
And you see through me
You let me be free
I'm woman, I'm woman
The only one I'll be
The only one you'll ever need
And you're the very same for me
'Cause I've learned
In this life
You gotta be with someone you like
And if you think
We've got
What it takes to go the distance
I can tell you now
Ah yeah, ah yeah, ah yeah
Ah yeah, ah yeah, ah yeah
Ah yeah, ah yeah, ah yeah
Ah yeah, ah yeah, ah
Things can get so real in love
You gotta know exactly how you feel in love
'Cause if you don't then maybe you might find
Love could be all in your mind
Christina Polk
I don’t care how old this song is, some songs are timeless!!❤️❤️🔥🔥
ShadrockMarciano
Musiq is speaking the truth in his verse "I think beauty's overrated, cause that's something anyone can be. Attraction, now that's something different....and thankfully you're both to me" Preach!
Tamara Dorsey
thank ill
RaShon Carruthers
Tamara Dorsey mm
Jose Diaz
Yo that’s Hardest line since M.C. Ren 🤣
BurnItUp Griffin
He snapped
Njei Nyamsick Adrian
It took me a while to get it.
Now I think I do. Everyone is beautiful in their own way, however we are drawn just to those persons we find attractive.
McKinleyBulldogs1
Man oh man! This song is hitting home! Its a rainy Sunday afternoon as I listen to this. How anyone can dislike this song is beyond my cerebral comprehension. Music like this touches the soul and can even move one to tears. Love will do that to you and love songs will do the same. This one has everthing from lyrics, vocals, tune, & piano riffs...this joint is a banger!
LUX
Chrisette never sounded better! Would love an entire album of duets with her and Musiq. Their's a vocal marriage made in heaven.
Douglas Telfair
Q1 he knows that I