Ralph Tresvant, aka Rizz (born Ralph Edward Tresvant Jr., on May 16, 1968 i… Read Full Bio ↴Ralph Tresvant, aka Rizz (born Ralph Edward Tresvant Jr., on May 16, 1968 in Roxbury, Massachusetts) is an American tenor singer, best known as one of the lead singers in R&B act New Edition.
Tresvant sang lead on many of the New Edition lead singles including "Candy Girl", "Cool It Now" and "If It Isn't Love". Tresvant led the group from 1983 to 1989.
Despite the success of groupmates Bobby Brown, Bell Biv DeVoe, and Johnny Gill, Tresvant was cautious about his own solo career. Signing to MCA Records, Tresvant let his apprehension be known in several interviews.
Nevertheless, well-known producers Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis were confident in his abilities after having worked with him on the album Heart Break. They wrote the song "Sensitivity" for him which hit #1 on the R&B charts, #4 on the Hot 100 and it went gold. His self-titled album released shortly after in 1990 and went platinum as well, topping the R&B charts. The album scored two more hits with "Stone Cold Gentleman" reaching #3 on the R&B charts and "Do What I Gotta Do" which reached #2.
Tresvant appeared in the movie House Party 2 in 1991 and the play, "The Man Of Her Dreams" in 2002. In 1993, he released his second album, It's Goin' Down. The album gave Tresvant greater involvement as he produced many of the tracks himself. However, perhaps due to limited promotion, the album failed to perform commercially as well as the debut.
On September 18, 2004, he married Amber Serrano.
Ralph's third solo album, Rizz Wa Faire, was released March 7, 2006. The first single from the album was "My Homegirl".

Man Who Loves You
Ralph Tresvant Lyrics

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You need love Baby you need love, you need love Baby you need love, you need love Baby you need love, you need love Baby you need love.
Man who loves you.
I see the tears fallin from your eyes,

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ralph Tresvant's song "Man Who Loves You (Retail)" is a plea of love to someone who is feeling hurt and lonely. The repeated phrase "You need love, baby you need love" reminds the listener that they are deserving of love and should not settle for less. The song highlights the importance of having someone who loves and cares for you and provides a sense of security.

The line "I see the tears fallin from your eyes" conveys a sense of empathy and understanding. The singer acknowledges the pain the listener is feeling and wants to offer comfort and support. The term "Man who loves you" is a reassurance that the singer is willing to be that man for the listener and will provide the love and care they need.

In summary, the song is a declaration of love and support for someone who is feeling alone and hurt. It is a reminder that everyone deserves to be loved and should not settle for less.

Line by Line Meaning

You need love Baby you need love, you need love Baby you need love, you need love Baby you need love, you need love Baby you need love.
There is a deep yearning within you that only love can satisfy.

Man who loves you.
I am willing to be the man who loves and cares for you.

I see the tears fallin from your eyes,
I notice the pain and sorrow you are experiencing.

I know you're searchin for a way, you're searchin for a way to hide.
You are struggling to maintain a facade of strength, but I understand that you are actually looking for a way to escape your pain.

But it's ok to cry, you don't have to hide.
It is perfectly acceptable to express your emotions and not feel ashamed or judgement.

Just let it all out, I'll be by your side.
I am here to support and comfort you through your troubles.

Let me embrace you, I'll never let you go.
I want to hold you close and never let you go, providing a sense of security and safety.

And I'll be the one, to love you like you've never known.
I pledge to love and cherish you in a way that you have never before experienced, showing you what true love really means.

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