After appearing in a school talent show in 1984, Patterson auditioned for the television show Kids Incorporated. Proving to be "a natural," he undoubtedly landed the part and was cast as "The Kid", remaining on the show for a number of years. Onward and upward, Patterson continued to evolve, gaining experience as a backup vocalist for several artists (including Kids co-star Martika). Following his vocal contributions on Colour Club's self-entitled album, as well as writing for other artists (his credits include Brandy's platinum Top 5 smash "Baby", and Tevin Campbell's hit "Back to the World"), Patterson signed with MCA Records. Collaborating with Keith Crouch and Jamey Jaz, among others, he released his own self-entitled debut in 1997.
Stirring rave reviews, the album launched Patterson into an even larger limelight (with the single "Where You Are" receiving widespread airplay on R&B radio). Patterson, soon after, developed global recognition, as well as a loyal following in the United States and abroad.
Patterson went to work, handcrafting his followup, Love in Stereo, with Jaz and new collaborators such as Van Hunt. When Love in Stereo was released in late 1999, its reviews topped those of its predecessor, slating Patterson as one, of few artists, whose vocal ability was classified as so "distinctive," he need not rely solely on the mainstream music market to gain his footing in the film and music industry, nor afford his music massive, worldwide, international appeal..
Although Patterson's path eventually diverged from MCA's, he remained indispensable amongst industry affiliates, continuing to perform live, working as a session singer, and contributing to both soundtracks (Brown Sugar) and compilation albums (Steve Harvey's Sign of Things to Come), while working on his next album.
After Hours, Patterson's third album, was released internationally early in 2004, again garnering positive reviews. Now, with the conception of his own label, the album released in the United States during late October 2004. Wine & Spirits followed in the Fall of 2007. Wine & Spirits, not only spoke to Patterson's consistency as a versatile, smooth-crooning performer, known for his scintillating, sultry provocative vocal style; but it also, signified, for Patterson, a career of longevity, divinely masterminded from his childhood endeavors to crossing the threshold as a multi-level, music mogul, independently signed, produced and operated. The project further evidenced Patterson's "musical muscularity," spawning itself in such diverse arrangements as the reflective lamentation of "Stars," to the smooth-jazz contours in one of the album's many "feel-good" hits, entitled "Feels Good," to Patterson's resident, high-frequency, timbres, echoing in the uptempo, "Higher Love," which, inevitably, served as the artist's professional and personal testimony of growth, triumph and spiritual ascension.
Patterson's next project, the highly anticipated CD, BLEUPHORIA, is scheduled to drop in the fall of 2010. It is expected to be nothing short of what Patterson's proud fanbase has always enjoyed from him: an astronomical, stellar work of art.
Spend The Night
Rahsaan Patterson Lyrics
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Something's taking over me
I can't seem to shake the thought of you
And I in love so sweet
If you let me try
I'll be sure to satisfy
All your aching wants and needs
I'll do the best I can
That together we should be (so ?)
Spend the night
If you like
And I'll be good to you
Spend the night
And, baby, you might
See I'm the one for you
Spend the night
It's alright
Baby, I want you to
Spend the night
Spend the night with me
Girl, I know it may be hard to see
That I simply want to please
You can tell me anything you like
Baby, you secret is safe with me
Open up your heart
This could be the start
Of a love so heavenly
Let me kiss your smile
Make it worth your while
Baby, spend the night with me (Spend the night with me)
Spend the night
If you like
And I'll be good to you
Spend the night
And, baby, you might
See I'm the one for you
Spend the night
It's alright
Baby, I want you to
Spend the night
Spend the night with me
Spend the night with me, baby
Spend the night with me
Spend the night with me, baby
Spend the night with me (yeah)
If you let me try
I'll be sure to satisfy
All your aching wants and needs
And I'll kiss your smile
To make you right
Baby, spend the night with me
Spend the night
Spend the night
Spend the night (So good, I want you to)
Spend the night (Spend the night with me)
Spend the night
If you like
And I'll be good to you
Spend the night
And, baby, you might
See I'm the one for you
Spend the night
It's alright
Baby, I want you to
Spend the night
Spend the night with me
The lyrics of Rahsaan Patterson's song Spend The Night talks about a man's desire to spend a romantic night with a special someone. It seems like he has been captivated by this person and cannot stop thinking about them. He expresses a willingness to do his best to fulfill their desires and needs. The song exudes a sensual and romantic vibe that emphasizes the artist's longing to be intimate with his love interest.
The artist seems to try everything to convince his love interest to join him for the night. He reassures her and asks her to open up and trust him. He promises to keep any secrets she shares safe with him. Rahsaan emphasizes creating a memorable, magical experience for both of them, further expressing his commitment to making her spend the night worthwhile. The song emphasizes the importance of the night, which has the potential to pave the way for a long-lasting relationship.
Overall, Spend The Night consists of simple, catchy lyrics that convey a message of desire and appreciation for a significant other. The artist created an atmosphere of passion and romance that captures the attention of listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't believe that this is happening
Something unexpected is happening and I can't believe it
Something's taking over me
An emotional feeling is taking over and affecting me
I can't seem to shake the thought of you
I can't get you out of my head
And I in love so sweet
I am experiencing sweet love
If you let me try
If you give me a chance
I'll be sure to satisfy
I will do my best to meet your expectations
All your aching wants and needs
I will tend to all your desires and needs
I'll do the best I can
I will try my hardest
To make you understand
To help you comprehend
That together we should be (so ?)
We should be together
Spend the night
Stay with me for the night
If you like
If you want to
And I'll be good to you
I will treat you well
And, baby, you might
There is a possibility that
See I'm the one for you
Realize that I am the one for you
It's alright
Everything is okay
Baby, I want you to
I desire you
Spend the night with me
Stay tonight with me
Girl, I know it may be hard to see
I understand that it may not be easy for you to see
That I simply want to please
I just want to satisfy you
You can tell me anything you like
You can share anything with me
Baby, your secret is safe with me
Your secrets are safe with me
Open up your heart
Be vulnerable and share your emotions
This could be the start
This could be the beginning of something special
Of a love so heavenly
Of a love that is divine
Let me kiss your smile
Let me show you affection and love
Make it worth your while
Make it a valuable and worthwhile experience
Spend the night with me (Spend the night with me)
Stay with me for the night
Spend the night with me, baby
Stay with me for the night, my love
Spend the night with me (yeah)
Stay with me for the night
And I'll kiss your smile to make you right
I will give you affection and make you feel better
Spend the night (So good, I want you to)
Stay with me for the night (It will be so good, I want you to)
Spend the night (Spend the night with me)
Stay with me for the night
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TERRI E. ROBINSON, SAMUEL BARNES, JEAN CLAUDE OLIVIER, ANDRE DALYRIMPLE, DWIGHT MYERS
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