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".
Sensitivity
Ralph Tresvant Lyrics
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Thereâ??s a better place for you
I mean what you really need is someone who cares
Someone whoâ??s gonna be there for you, someone like me
Someone with sensitivity
Girl, I know it's been hard since he went away
And left you so sad you cry everyday
Because for you Iâ??m here, you won't be without love
Don't need a man thatâ??ll give you money
Come on let me show you just what you need honey (I got what you need)
You donâ??t need a man thatâ??ll treat you wrong
You need a man with sensitivity (a man like me)
Someone who can love you
Someone who will need you
Someone who will treat you right (like me girl)
Someone who will hold at night
Someone stable in your life (ah baby)
You need a man with sensitivity
A man like me (baby)(honey)
Baby and Iâ??m the man (ah you no, you no)
Baby like i do baby (hang in their baby)
You need a man with sensitivity
A man like me
See you need someone who's there like a gentleman
If anybody can fit the description baby I can
Someone who cares and dares to give himself completely
You got it in me you need a man with sensitivity
You need a man, not any man
Warm and sensitive that's what I can give
You need a man, not any man
Warm and sensitive that's what I can give
You need a man, not any man
Warm and sensitive that's what I can give
Man with sensitivity
A man like me
Don't need a man thatâ??ll give you money
Come on let me show you just what you need honey (I got what you need)
You donâ??t need a man thatâ??ll treat you wrong
You need a man with sensitivity (a man like me)
Save a little love for me (sensitivity)
Baby I got what you need (I got it)
Man with sensitivity
A man like me
Hold on my darling
Donâ??t let me down
The song Sensitivity by Ralph Tresvant is a sweet declaration of love and support for a woman who has been hurt by an insensitive man. The singer is telling her that she deserves better and that he is the one who can give her what she needs - sensitivity. He acknowledges the pain she has been through since her previous relationship ended and offers to be there for her, to wipe away her tears, and to give her the love and care she deserves. He understands that money or material possessions are not what she needs, but rather, a man who will treat her right and be there for her, someone like him.
The lyrics are powerful and heartfelt, as Ralph Tresvant sings about the importance of sensitivity and tenderness in a relationship. He presents himself as someone who is ready and willing to give his all to make her happy, and promises to be the stable, loving presence she needs in her life. Through the song, he is telling her that she can trust him, that he will be there for her no matter what, and that he believes she deserves the best.
Overall, the song is a beautiful tribute to the power of love, care, and sensitivity in a relationship. It highlights the importance of treating each other with kindness and compassion, and how a man who is attentive and supportive can make all the difference in a woman's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen baby donâ??t even waste your tears on an insensitive man
Don't cry for someone who doesn't care, I know a better way.
Thereâ??s a better place for you
You deserve better.
I mean what you really need is someone who cares
What you need is love.
Someone whoâ??s gonna be there for you, someone like me
Someone who can support you emotionally.
Someone with sensitivity
Someone who understands your emotions.
Girl, I know it's been hard since he went away
I know you've been struggling since he left.
And left you so sad you cry everyday
You're so sad, you cry all the time.
Let me kiss your tears erase all your doubts
Let me comfort you and help you feel better.
Because for you Iâ??m here, you won't be without love
I'm here for you and I'll help you find love.
Don't need a man thatâ??ll give you money
Money isn't everything.
Come on let me show you just what you need honey (I got what you need)
Let me show you what love really is.
You donâ??t need a man thatâ??ll treat you wrong
You deserve to be treated with respect.
Someone who can love you
Someone who will love you unconditionally.
Someone who will need you
Someone who values you.
Someone who will treat you right (like me girl)
Someone who treats you how you deserve to be treated.
Someone who will hold at night
Someone who will comfort you when you need it.
Someone stable in your life (ah baby)
Someone you can rely on.
You need a man with sensitivity
You need someone who understands your feelings.
A man like me (baby)(honey)
I can be that man for you.
Baby and Iâ??m the man (ah you no, you no)
I have what it takes to be the man you need.
Baby like i do baby (hang in their baby)
I can love you the way you need to be loved.
See you need someone who's there like a gentleman
You need someone who is there for you respectfully.
If anybody can fit the description baby I can
I have the qualities you're looking for.
Someone who cares and dares to give himself completely
Someone who loves you unconditionally.
You got it in me you need a man with sensitivity
I have the sensitivity you need in a man.
You need a man, not any man
You deserve someone special.
Warm and sensitive that's what I can give
I can love you in a supportive and caring way.
Save a little love for me (sensitivity)
I want you to keep me in your heart.
Baby I got what you need (I got it)
I have what it takes to make you happy.
Man with sensitivity
A man who understands your emotions.
Hold on my darling
Stay with me, don't give up.
Donâ??t let me down
Don't disappoint me.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, RALPH TRESVANT, TERRY STEVEN LEWIS
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