Alan Thicke married actress Gloria Loring, known for starring in programs such as 'Days of Our Lives', in 1970, and he had the two sons Brennan Thicke and Robin Thicke. Half-brother Carter Thicke would become another member of the clan years later after Alan Thicke divorced and remarried. Brother Robin grew up in a household filled with music, with his dad being a singer (of tracks such as "Thicke of the Night") as well as a co-composer for several TV show theme songs and a seminal actor on both the big and small screens (examples being the shows 'Growing Pains' and 'How I Met Your Mother').
The young Robin Thicke taught himself to play piano at the age of twelve. Even at the age of fourteen, he found that he could play just about anything that he heard on the radio, feeling a drive to keep going further. Before his days as a singer-songwriter performing his own material,Robin Thicke wrote songs for the soul and pop groups 3T (with 1995's "Sexual Attention" bringing Thicke alongside Damon Thomas), Brownstone (with 1997's "Around You"), and Color Me Badd (an example being 1996's "Sexual Capacity"). He also collaborated with the acclaimed production duo of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis on several songs for Jordan Knight's 1999 self-titled album. Thicke seemed to receive a great omen when Knight's album was certified Gold and gained huge fan acclaim.
In 2000, Thicke went to work on material for his debut album, which ended up being titled 'A Beautiful World'. The album focused more on blue-eyed soul than his pop-centered offerings for other artists, and he mixed in influences from eclectic funk (in the vein of the British group Jamiroquai) and and modern neo-soul music (in the vain of Canadian crooner Remy Shand). Thicke hoped that he was primed for huge things by late 2002 when the album became ready for release.
Thicke's lead single, called "When I Get You Alone", had a distinctive music video made for it. The disco and slick rnb fueled track sounded rather unlike the commercial pop ethos of the time, having a distinctive sampling of Walter Murphy's 70s dance music hit "A Fifth of Beethoven" (which itself had been inspired by Beethoven's Fifth Symphony). The video featured an unshaven Thicke, with long, grungy hair, as a courier racing through the streets of Manhattan on a bicycle. It received some rotation on MTV 2 and BET's "Rated Next", the song being spun moderately on urban radio. On the Hot 100, it reached #29 quite quickly, yet it fell out the chart just as fast. Globally, however, the song was quite popular. With his single peaking at #17 in Australia, #15 in Belgium, #15 in Italy, #8 in New Zealand, and #5 in the Netherlands, Thicke felt that he wanted another shot at the 'big time' in the U.S.
Devising the re-release of this album, which it then gaining its final title of 'A Beautiful World', Thicke added a few extra songs that he seemed confident of. Yet the album received very little corporate promotion, irritating Thicke despite the release of a second single, a Prince-like groove mixing funk with rock called "Brand New Jones". The album debuted at #152 in the Billboard 200 and didn't do much from there, selling a mere 59,000 copies. Still, his work ended up being received well by many critics and musical peers, with Trevor Nelson and Lil' Wayne (Weezy's 2005 release 'Tha Carter, Vol. 2' would even include some of Thicke's work) lauding Thicke's music, as well as many fans.
In 2004, artist Pharrell Williams asked Jimmy Iovine, CEO of Interscope, “What are you doing with Robin Thicke?” A few months later, Robin was recording a new single, titled “Wanna Love You Girl” with Pharrell in Miami, as a newly signed artist on Pharrell’s label, Star Trak Records. With the two musicians sharing the same love for genre-hopping, deliberately 'retro' music, the single immediately attracted the attention of radio and club DJs across the world after its August 2005 release. The song often given revamped names such as "Wanna Love U Girl", "Wanna Love You Girl (Feat. Pharrell)", and the like, it ended up doing very well in the U.K. in particular, hitting #5 on Trevor Nelson's BBC Radio 1 "Soul Nation" chart.
Now appealing more to the mainstream, Thicke cut off his trademark long hair in an attempt to further recreate himself. By October 2006, when his second album, titled 'The Evolution of Robin Thicke', came out in its entirely, he had built up a ton of momentum, and his work paid off. Thicke earned the #1 slot on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, and additional singles such as "Got 2 Be Down" and "Lost Without U" saw huge fan responses. As the months went by, his album even earned platinum certification by the RIAA.
Having 'made it' in the truest sense commercially as well as critically, Thick remarked, "My greatest desire with this album was to write songs that were completely honest and sing them with the emotion I was feeling when I wrote them, so that whoever listens to my music is brought as close to my experiences and life as possible."
With this intention, Robin created songs such as, “Lost without You” (the second single). An instant classic, this song is about Robin’s insecurities and his need to be desired and loved. With sweeping vocals over rhythmic Spanish guitar, this song takes you away and makes you sing along.
On the psychedelic, “High School Man” is where Robin infuses rock and hip-hop and poetically admits “I’m a hater” as he hates on those with more success than him realizing, ironically, he just wants what they have.
Finishing off The Evolution of Robin Thicke is the hopeful and encouraging “Thank You.” On this gospel inspired, piano ballad Robin sings, “maybe I’m the one who never gets up ‘till he falls,” making the discovery that he has to be thankful for everything that comes into his life…the tears, the joy, the failures and the successes.
Always carrying a heavy heart, Robin taught himself to play piano at the age of twelve so he could have an outlet to express himself. By the age of fourteen, he could play anything he heard on the radio. At sixteen, with no formal training, Robin began professionally writing and producing music for recording artists like Brandy and Brian McKnight. Over the years he has amassed dozens of gold and platinum records with artists including Usher, Mary J. Blige, Michael Jackson and Christina Aguilera.
Reflective, redemptive, passionate and etched with a soulfulness that is undeniable, The Evolution of Robin Thicke is an imaginative and heart-felt album that you cannot help but be moved by, bob your head to and smile throughout.
The album was released on October 3rd, 2006 and includes songs with Lil Wayne and Faith Evans, as well as Pharrell. The song "Got 2 Be Down" featuring Faith Evans was recently leaked (June '06). There will be two to three more videos released before the album comes out. Lately, there was a Busta Rhymes remix video shot for "Wanna Love You Girl," a Lil’ Wayne feat Robin Thicke "Shooter" video, and Robin has released the video for "Lost Without You," making that song the official 2nd single of the album.
Love After War
Robin Thicke Lyrics
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Love after war
Oh it's a knock-out baby, you won the fight
I said I'm sorry that I acted like a selfish child
Please forgive me baby, I was out of line
You know I can make it right
Don't you love it when we fight
(Love after war)
I need you tonight baby
(Love after war)
Come on and let me make it right baby
(Love after war)
I'm knockin' on your door
(Love after war)
You know I want it, you know I want that
Cuttin' lies, girl's cry, doors slam and broken lights
Bottles hit the TV screen
You gotta go, or I'm gonna leave
Throwing clothes into the yard
When we go we go so hard
It only makes me want you more, more, more
(Love after war)
I need you tonight baby
(Love after war)
Come on and let me make it right baby
(Love after war)
I'm knockin' on your door
(Love after war)
You know I want it
Don't you leave
That's all we need
All we need
That's all we need
That's all we need
(Love after war)
I just wanna love you lady
(Love after war)
Wanna put down our weapons baby
(Love after war)
Lay your clothes down on the floor
(Love after war)
And give me some love after war
(Love after war)
You know it's gonna be your night baby
(Love after war)
You know the way that we fight baby
(Love after war)
Ooh, just drink this glass of wine
(Love after war)
And girl remember you're mine
(Love after war)
Remember you're mine baby, you're mine baby
(Love after war)
Come on and let me in
(Love after war)
Let me in, let me in, let me in baby
(Love after war)
You know I want it, you know I want you baby
You know I want you baby
You know I want you baby
The lyrics of Robin Thicke's Love After War describe the aftermath of an intense argument or fight between a couple. Thicke acknowledges his own fault in the situation, apologizing for acting like a selfish child and asking for forgiveness. He recognizes that the fight may have caused some damage: lies were told, doors were slammed, clothes were thrown, and bottles broke. Despite this, Thicke expresses a desire to make things right and to find love after war. He claims that fighting only makes him want his partner more and entices her to open the door so he can come in and show her his love.
Through the lyrics, Thicke presents the idea that sometimes conflict is inevitable in romantic relationships, but it can also bring couples closer together. After a fight, Thicke believes that love can be deeper and more fulfilling, as long as both parties are willing to forgive and move forward.
Overall, Love After War seems to be a hopeful love song that celebrates the power of love to heal and strengthen relationships, even after difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Love after war
The idea that love can be rekindled after a fight or disagreement.
Oh it's a knock-out baby, you won the fight
Comparing a fight between a couple to a boxing match, with one partner being the ultimate winner.
I said I'm sorry that I acted like a selfish child
Apologizing for behavior during the fight that was selfish and immature.
Please forgive me baby, I was out of line
Asking for forgiveness for having crossed a line during the disagreement.
You know I can make it right
Expressing confidence that the issues from the fight can be resolved.
Don't you love it when we fight
Acknowledging that arguments can be resolved, and that the making up afterwards can be enjoyable.
I need you tonight baby
Expressing a desire to reconnect with one's partner after a difficult argument.
Come on and let me make it right baby
Asking one's partner to allow them to make up for their behavior during the fight.
I'm knockin' on your door
Figuratively expressing a desire to reconnect with one's partner and to heal the relationship.
You know I want it, you know I want that
Demonstrating a strong desire to rekindle the love and intimacy in the relationship.
Cuttin' lies, girl's cry, doors slam and broken lights
Describing the intense emotions of an argument, including lying and crying, and illustrating the level of intensity through broken objects.
Bottles hit the TV screen
Describing a destructive, violent aspect of the disagreement.
You gotta go, or I'm gonna leave
Threatening a physical separation and recognizing the urgency of resolving the conflict.
Throwing clothes into the yard
Describing a dramatic action taken during the argument, adding to the intensity of the situation.
When we go we go so hard
Reflecting on the high intensity and dramatic nature of the argument and the relationship overall.
It only makes me want you more, more, more
Recognizing that extreme emotions can also heighten passion and attraction.
Don't you leave
Recognizing that the presence of one's partner is crucial to the continuation of the relationship.
That's all we need
Acknowledging that all that is needed to continue the relationship is the presence and mutual love of partners.
I just wanna love you lady
Stating a desire to continue loving and being with one's partner despite any fights or disagreements.
Wanna put down our weapons baby
Using a metaphor to encourage the abandonment of the negative behaviors and attitudes that led to the fight.
Lay your clothes down on the floor
Encouraging one's partner to be vulnerable and intimate, and to engage in physical expression of the love in the relationship.
And give me some love after war
Encouraging physical and emotional reconnection after an argument or fight.
You know it's gonna be your night baby
Announcing an intention to focus on and please one's partner after a fight or argument.
You know the way that we fight baby
Acknowledging that while fighting can be difficult, it is also an integral part of their relationship.
Ooh, just drink this glass of wine
Encouraging relaxation and enjoyment of the moment and each other's company.
And girl remember you're mine
Reaffirming one's commitment to the relationship and one's love for their partner.
Let me in, let me in, let me in baby
Using repetition to express a strong desire to reconnect and be physically intimate with one's partner.
You know I want you baby
Reiterating a desire to be with one's partner and to continue their relationship.
Lyrics © Regard Music, Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: PAULA PATTON, ROBIN A. THICKE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Love after war
Oh it's a knock-out baby, you won the fight
I said I'm sorry that I acted like a selfish child
Please forgive me baby, I was out of line
You know I can make it right
Don't you love it when we fight
I need you tonight baby
(Love after war)
Come on and let me make it right baby
(Love after war)
I'm knockin' on your door
(Love after war)
You know I want it, you know I want that
Cuttin' lies, girl's cry, doors slam and broken lights
Bottles hit the TV screen
You gotta go, or I'm gonna leave
Throwing clothes into the yard
When we go we go so hard
It only makes me want you more, more, more
I need you tonight baby
(Love after war)
Come on and let me make it right baby
(Love after war)
I'm knockin' on your door
(Love after war)
You know I want it
Don't you…
Carla Carvajal
Intro]
Love after war
Love after war
Love after war
Love after war
[Verse 1]
Ooh, it's a knockout, baby, you won the fight
I said "I'm sorry that I acted like a selfish child"
Please forgive me, baby, I was out of line
You know I can make it right
D?on't you love it when we fight
[Chorus]
Love after war
(Yeah, ooh, I need you tonight, baby)
Love after war
(Come on and let me make it right, baby)
Love after war
(Ooh, I'm knocking on your door)
Love after war
(You know I want it, you know I want ya)
[Verse 2]
Caught in lies, doves cry, doors slam and broken lights
Bottles hit the TV screen, "You gotta go or I'm gonna leave"
Throwing clothes into the yard, when we go we go so hard
It only makes me want you more, more, more and more, baby, woo
Chorus]
Love after war
(Ooh, I need you tonight, baby)
Love after war
(Come on and let me make it right, baby)
Love after war
(Ooh, I'm knocking on your door)
Love after war
(You know I want it)
[Bridge]
(Love love, love love) Ooh, yeah
(Love love, love love) Love you, baby
(Love love, love love) Uh-huh, yeah
(Love love, love love) That's all we need
(Love love, love love) All we need
(Love love, love love) That's all we need
(Love love, love love) That's all we need, mmm, mmm
Love after war
(Ooh, I just wanna love you, lady)
Love after war
(We're gonna put down our weapons, baby)
Love after war
(Lay your guns down on the floor, love)
Love after war
(And give me some love after war, baby)
Chorus]
Love after war
(You know it's gonna be all night)
Love after war
(You know the way that we fight, baby, yeah)
Love after war
(Ooh, just drink this glass of wine)
Love after war
(And girl, remember you're mine, baby)
Love after war
(Remember you're mine, baby; you're mine, baby)
Love after war
(C'mon and let me in, let me in)
Love after war
(Let me in, let me, let me, let me in, baby)
Love after war
(Yeah, you know I want it)
[Outro]
You know I want you, babe
You know I want you, baby, ooh
You know I want you, babe, yeah
You know I want you, baby, yeah, hey
(Love after war) Ah baby, ah baby
(Love after war)
Alex Soria
Robin Thicke is one of the most underrated artists... he mixes so many different style into what into is his original work of art. Just listen to his music. It takes you to so many places and so many different emotions.
Maggie F
5 years later and still miss these two together.
Tejas Patel
10 years old and still a catchy song....
Angel Nyambio
This video could be made into a movie. Honestly, I still miss them together like they were perfect
iloveubaby22
Seeing them together always puts a smile on my face :) love is beautiful
Essence Foster
him and Paula are amazing together and his voice....My God
Mariam
Love him as a singer, Love her as a woman, Love them as a couple!
I am Duane THIS Time
When love is pure between two people... It's a beautiful thing.
MsTantalize
That's why I love Robin Thicke every time he comes back out with song it's always fresh and different.
Shaundra Lee
Yes! He's one of the best and most underrated out there.