She then signed with Jive Records and released her debut single, "Don't Mess With The Radio", in 2001. The single did not do as well as expected, mainly due to lack of promotion. Her album was therefore pushed back to the following year. After some overseas success with the Australian release of the album, Nivea was reintroduced in the U.S. in 2002 with her second single, "Don't Mess With My Man" featuring Brian and Brandon Casey (of R&B group Jagged Edge), which became her biggest hit, reaching the top 10 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart.
Nivea's self-titled debut album was released in December 2002. The album had minor success, debuting in the top 100 of the U.S. Billboard 200 albums chart. In 2003, "Don't Mess With My Man" was nominated for a Grammy Award in the category "Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal"; she lost to acappella group Take 6. Her third single "Laundromat", which featured singer R. Kelly, was released at a time when Kelly was facing sexual allegations. Instead, Nick Cannon was featured in the music video as the boyfriend character. The next singles, "Ya Ya Ya" and "25 Reasons", were only released to radio.
In 2004, Nivea married music producer Terius "The Dream" Nash. In 2005, she released the Lil' Jon-produced single "Okay" which had moderate success. Her album followed in May 2005 but was severely underpromoted. Althought it debuted higher than her first album, it was still minor successful.
Her impending pregnancy caused Jive Records to put promotional plans for the album on hold, but by the time of her child's birth, Jive had given up on the project. Plans to release second and third singles, the Jermaine Dupri-produced "Parking Lot" and "Complicated", both fell through. Nivea left Jive Records in 2005.
Nivea later recorded vocals for a new version of the Dem Franchise Boyz hit song "I Think They Like Me", but plans for a release fell through.
Nivea then went on to release her third album "Animalistic" in 2006. The album was again primarily produced by her then-husband Terius "The Dream" Nash. As Nivea had no record label at that time, the album was distributed by independent label Formula Records, based in Japan. This therefore equated to Nivea's third album becoming a Japan-only release. Plans for an American release surfaced, however it is now believed that plans for this release have been cancelled. The rumoured lead single for the American release, a song titled "Cheater's Karma", was never heard, with the release date continuously pushed back until it was cancelled.
Nivea and Terius "The Dream" Nash divorced in December 2007, after being married for two years. The pair had three children together, Navy Nash. Nivea is believed to be dating rapper Lil' Wayne, as seen on her official personal Facebook page.
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Don't Mess with the Radio
Nivea Lyrics
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Two, don't tell me which way to go
Three, just leave it up to me cause
Four, you ridin' with a pro
Five, you gotta leave it all behind
Six, we bout to get up in the mix now
Seven, everyday is a blessing
Eight, don't make no mistake about one
I'm just riding out trying to figure out
What's up, this feeling can't be controlled
Trying not to look so fly and it's 3:25 but I'm ready to roll
Cause I've been waiting all week just to find
A party just to get out and jam
My destination's unclear
Cause I know the party's wherever I am
One, don't mess with the radio
Two, don't tell me which way to go
Three, just leave it up to me cause
Four, you ridin' with a pro
Five, you gotta leave it all behind
Six, we bout to get up in the mix now
Seven, everyday is a blessing
Eight, don't make no mistake about one
Now that the hour is nine, time to check for this dime
Breakin' hearts at the door
No time for standing in line
The beat is playin' in my spine and I can't take it no more
Throw your hands up, let's cut this rug up
And party like it ain't no thang
We can do it all night til the daylight
No, it ain't no shame in my game, yeah
One, don't mess with the radio
Two, don't tell me which way to go
Three, just leave it up to me cause
Four, you ridin' with a pro
Five, you gotta leave it all behind
Six, we bout to get up in the mix now
Seven, everyday is a blessing
Eight, don't make no mistake about one
(One) Don't mess with the radio
(Two) Don't tell me which way to go
(Three) Just leave it up to me cause four
You ridin' with a pro
Five, you gotta leave it all behind
(Six) We bout to get up in the mix now, seven
Eight, we bout to get up in the mix now
One, don't mess with the radio
Two, don't tell me which way to go
Three, just leave it up to me cause
Four, you ridin' with a pro
Five, you gotta leave it all behind
Six, we bout to get up in the mix now
Seven, everyday is a blessing
Eight, don't make no mistake about one
In Nivea's song Don't Mess with the Radio, the lyrics are a declaration of independence and freedom, with the song being a paean to self-expression and self-determination. Nivea is telling her listeners to live life on their own terms, while urging them not to let others dictate their choices.
The opening line, "One, don't mess with the radio," speaks to the idea of leaving things as they are and not trying to control them. The line "Two, don't tell me which way to go" is a statement of autonomy and independence, while "Three, just leave it up to me cause/Four, you ridin' with a pro" emphasizes Nivea's proficiency in knowing what's best for herself and those around her. The repeated phrase "Eight, don't make no mistake about one" serves as a reminder not to forget the importance of trusting one's own instincts and intuition.
The song speaks to the human need for freedom and the desire to express oneself, both themes that are relevant throughout human history. Nivea's uplifting lyrics serve as a reminder that one is not alone in the pursuit of self-determination and that everyone has the right to pursue their own path.
Line by Line Meaning
One, don't mess with the radio
Do not change the radio station, as it is important for my enjoyment while on this drive.
Two, don't tell me which way to go
Please refrain from providing me with directions, as I am capable of navigating the roads on my own.
Three, just leave it up to me cause
Allow me to take control and make decisions, as I am confident in my abilities to do so.
Four, you ridin' with a pro
You are in the company of someone who is experienced and skilled, so trust in my capabilities.
Five, you gotta leave it all behind
Forget about any worries or responsibilities for the time being, and focus on enjoying the present moment.
Six, we bout to get up in the mix now
We are about to become involved in socializing and having fun.
Seven, everyday is a blessing
Every day is significant and should be appreciated.
Eight, don't make no mistake about one
Do not doubt the importance of any of the previous points mentioned.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY, PATRICK LEROY BROWN, RAYMON AMEER MURRAY, RICO R. WADE, SEDRIC M. BARNETT, BRIAN LAURENCE BENNETT, MARQUEZE M. ETHRIDGE, CHRISTOPHER WALLACE, JAMAHR WILLIAMS
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Jada Ony
I’ve always loved this song! Black pop girl perfection 🔥
Nivea was ahead of her time with multicoloured , avant gard style hair
Winnie Nguyen
Marilyn Manson was rocking the same look years earlier but the only difference is he used it for pure shock value while Nivea made it mainstream and attractive for girls.
Chef CC
@Winnie Nguyen you going to go through this whole comment section saying that huh? 😆
Phi-losiphy
@Winnie Nguyen and hair dye originated from Africa in Egypt so obviously black people were the first. Please stop projecting insecurities. This comment was to uplift black women and you ruined it!
Phi-losiphy
@Winnie Nguyen besides, marylin manson's hair looked nothing like this!
LIAM-MAN 72
This beat literally slaps. This is exactly what today’s R&B and rap hits should sound like!
Isma Tomasini
The world is not like that cause they killed aaliyah
Ange Biampandou
@Isma Tomasini WTF does it have to with Aaliyah. The world and music industry didn't die with her on August 25th of 2001 like tf. Great music dropped after her death and rnb was still very much mainstream and omnipresent for a few years too
Isma Tomasini
@Ange Biampandou because of the purity
Simba Leslie Choto
Nivea's debut album was an amazing album. She wasn't a one hit wonder, she held that entire album.