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. Musiqโs 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.
Whereareyougoing
Musiq Lyrics
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You think I would have listened, when you said to me
To get my life together or you would leave
But now that you're gone the story begins
It's the ending of the end of an endless and
Looking back I was bringing you down
You said when I make a change I could stop on by
Now I'm back and I cant live without you
[Chorus]
If you cant have the one you love
Then where are you going
In your life
If you can have the person in your life
Then where are you headed in your life
I know you still remember all of the times
I had you waiting by the telephone
And never came on the line
But now I got myself together
And finally understand
This time I'll take your heart in the palm of my hand
Looking back I was bringing you down
But now I'm changing my song
You said when I change I could come back home
Now I'm back and I cant live without you
[Chorus]
Girl its time I tell you something and it might sound strange
Like the weather everyday its true that people change
You gotta help me run this race before I pass us by
I think it's time we try this love again just one more time
[Chorus]
The song "Whereareyougoing" by Musiq is a love song about a man realizing his mistakes and wanting to make things right with his ex-girlfriend. In the first verse, he recognizes that he should have listened to her when she warned him to get his life together or she would leave. However, now that she is gone, he has changed his ways and wants to reconcile. He admits that he was bringing her down before but now he is changing his life.
The chorus poses the question of where one is going in their life if they can't have the person they love. This emphasizes the importance of having someone special in one's life.
In the second verse, the man acknowledges that he had previously taken the woman for granted by leaving her waiting by the telephone and not answering her calls. However, he has now changed and finally understands the value of their relationship. He acknowledges that he was bringing her down before, but now he is changing his song, indicating that he is now singing a different tune, one of love and commitment.
The bridge highlights the importance of change and the fact that people often change over time, and he hopes that she can help him to become a better version of himself. He believes that it is time for them to try love again.
Overall, the song's theme is one of recognizing one's shortcomings, making positive changes, and trying to reconcile with someone you love.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh baby, can I change my mind, long ago you left me
The singer regrets not listening to the person who left them and is asking for another chance.
You think I would have listened, when you said to me
The person acknowledges that they should have listened to the advice they were given.
To get my life together or you would leave
The person was given an ultimatum to improve their life.
But now that you're gone the story begins
The artist realizes that the real journey to the right path only starts now that their loved one has left.
It's the ending of the end of an endless and
The end of the relationship signifies a new beginning for the person to start anew.
Looking back I was bringing you down
The person realizes they were not good for their loved one in the past.
But now I'm changing my life
The person has made a conscious effort to transform their lifestyle.
You said when I make a change I could stop on by
The artist was given a goal to achieve before reconnecting with their loved one.
Now I'm back and I cant live without you
The person's longing for their loved one has reached its peak and they cannot continue living without them.
[Chorus]
The chorus acts as a reminder that the person wonders where they are headed in life without their loved one.
If you cant have the one you love
The person acknowledges missing their loved one's presence in their life.
Then where are you going
The person wonders where they are headed in life without their loved one.
In your life
The person questions their direction in life without their loved one.
If you can have the person in your life
The person is relieved that they now have the chance to be with their loved one.
Then where are you headed in your life
The person is now confident in the direction of their life as they have their loved one by their side.
I know you still remember all of the times
The person acknowledges the mistakes they made in the past that their loved one surely remembers.
I had you waiting by the telephone
The artist left their loved one waiting for calls that never came through in the past.
And never came on the line
The singer didn't value the communication of their relationship in the past.
But now I got myself together
The person has achieved the goal of improving their lifestyle.
And finally understand
The person now understands the importance of their loved one in their life.
This time I'll take your heart in the palm of my hand
The artist promises to treat their loved one with the care and love that they deserve.
Looking back I was bringing you down
The person apologizes for bringing their loved one down in the past.
But now I'm changing my song
The person has changed their way of life and wants to show this change to their loved one.
You said when I change I could come back home
The artist was given a condition before reuniting with their loved one.
Now I'm back and I cant live without you
The person's longing for their loved one has reached its peak and they cannot continue living without them.
[Chorus]
The chorus acts as a reminder that the person wonders where they are headed in life without their loved one.
Girl its time I tell you something and it might sound strange
The singer is hesitant but wants to express their feelings to their loved one.
Like the weather everyday its true that people change
The artist acknowledges that people change and they have made a change for the better.
You gotta help me run this race before I pass us by
The person wants their loved one to join them on their journey to a better life rather than move on without them.
I think it's time we try this love again just one more time
The singer wishes for a chance at love again with their loved one and wishes to make things right.
[Chorus]
The chorus acts as a reminder that the person wonders where they are headed in life without their loved one.
Lyrics ยฉ Songtrust Ave, Missing Link Music, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRIAN PALMER, LE-VAR WILSON, SERGIO G MOORE
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Steph B
"It's the ending of the end of an endless end" .................Another addictive song, LOVE IT !!!!!!
Hip Hop Junky Radio Show
Isnt that a deep line
rushjackson
He gets down on this song... he ain't playin' 'round with this one. This is why I love Musiq. So tranquil, so deep.
Jerry Hammond
This brother here really understands the importance of self evaluation
TrayWimberly4
Mannnnnn Ive been trying to find this tune for a long time.... I had this CD when I was in the military while I was stationed in Germany.... I had everybody on my whole floor in my barracks go out and get this CD... Thank you for uploading this classic...
Latrice Jackson
This song is everything..... if you can't have the one you love....
Branden Brown
I had to reflect on many nights while listening to this song
Arealia Hunter
this makes someone realize the fact that if you want to be with someone you need to be there for him or her no matter what life brings...
Jeremy Davis
Great song! He sounds like Stevie Wonder at the beginning. This song also makes me think of the lady I feel like this about.
A M Leavy
...WOW! This brotha is a throw back in soul....all real soul music is giving this brotha an ovation