R&B's best kept secret is finally out. Another chapter in Syleena Johnson's book has been written. This time, it is more than recording an album. After amicably leaving an eight-year record deal with Jive Records in 2006, Syleena has launched her own label, Aneelys Records (Syleena spelled backwards). This opportunity comes by way of a label deal with Federal/Universal Music Group.
Syleena previously worked with countless artists and producers such as R. Kelly, Bob Power, Kay Gee, Busta Rhymes, Cam' Ron, Common, Jermaine Dupri, and Twista. Kanye West blessed her with his production on "Bulls-Eye (Suddenly)," from Chapter 3: The Flesh. Syleena proved to be Kayne's saving grace as she provided last minute vocals on the hit, "All Falls Down," which led to a Grammy nomination for both artists.
Artists often fall by the wayside and are rarely heard after leaving a major record label. But, Syleena didn't allow her split with Jive Records to rip out any pages from her next chapter. She simply took matters into her own hands and decided to go the independent route. With her label, Syleena will finally see the benefits of all her hard work, whether it be working on a personal project or signing other acts. She will finally have the creative control and power to see things through and plan out her career as she sees fit.
With this control, Syleena will give birth to her newest release, Chapter 4: Labor Pains, due January 13, 2009. Along with running her own label and being an artist, Syleena has also become a wife and mother within the past year. "My husband is an excellent man, I couldn't ask for a better one and my son is my best work yet," Syleena says. Naturally, this experience lent a hand in Syleena writing Chapter 4: Labor Pains, as she describes the pain of having a baby as the worst pain in life, but rewarding in the end. Syleena shadows her life on the principle that you reap what you sow "Nothing good comes easy. All the struggle, strife, work and pain we go through, that's the price you have to pay to reap the benefits in the end," Syleena expresses.
As always, Syleena speaks on behalf of a woman's struggles. But, she leads off on a lighter note with her first single from, Chapter 4: Labor Pains, "It Is True." She sings a heavenly love ballad about new found, true love with her husband and the product of that love. "It is everything I felt about my husband when we first met, and now the love of my son follows suit," Syleena swoons. There's no denying that Syleena is passionately in love as she angelically sings "over and over again, in my dreams and in my head, I'm imagining you all in my future, us continuing through 'til we get older, and I swear that I've never met, a boy like you, a true soldier, my knight in shining armor, you saved me boy, you bring me joy and that's how I know it's true."
The buzz continues and the drama unfolds in Chapter 4: Labor Pains, as Syleena displays her songwriting and storytelling skills in "Shoo Fly," an alternative tale of baby mama drama. The story comes from the point of view of a woman with a man who has a baby mama and what that woman goes through when the baby mama wants him back all the while using the child as leverage. In the chorus Syleena sings, "so shoo fly he's mine, for the last time, don't make me say it no more, damn girl to move on, be gone, so long, get gone." This is a different angle giving the woman's perspective on baby mama drama. Other notable tracks on Chapter 4: Labor Pains are "Labor Pains," the title track which is dedicated to women and sisterhood, "My First," a grown and sexy song about a man who is the first to actually give good love and affection, and "Personal Trainer," a song about the mental stimulus of physical attraction.
While dealing with real issues, Syleena never strays away from God in her music. This signature approach is what makes her unique as she shows how God applies to every aspect of life. She tells the passionate, hard truth with a voice and spirit which has been anointed by God and speaks directly to the mind and spirit of women. "I always come from a spiritual view as a Christian woman in the real world, the here and now, the issues we as women have to deal with," Syleena testifies.
Chapter 1: Love, Pain, & Forgiveness, was the beginning of how God established a relationship and peace within Syleena. He then gave her the Garden of Eden in Chapter 2: The Voice. But she disobeyed Him and ate the forbidden fruit in Chapter 3: The Flesh. Now Syleena must pay the price, which is Chapter 4: Labor Pains. Biblically, labor pains are a woman's curse, but Syleena takes it all as a blessing. "At the end, I want people to feel uplifted and motivated, that's my goal. Not to just motivate people, but myself in the process," Syleena professes. Be prepared for the experience of Chapter 4: Labor Pains.
Despite releasing four albums, Syleena is more than a singer. She caught the acting bug and showed off her multi-dimensional talent by playing a significant role in Eric Jerome Dickey's Cheater's-The Stage Play in 2005. She also added modeling to her many talents as she modeled for Ashley Stewart after signing with Wilhelmina modeling agency as a plus-size model.
Johnson released her new album, "Chapter 5: Underrated" on September 27, 2011, which features Toxic (the producer behind Keyshia Cole & Monica's "Trust", as well as much of Twista's work number) and a number of other high-profile producers and artists. The albums' lead single titled "A Boss" was released on June 21, 2011.
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Syleena Johnson Lyrics
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Oh, it was first day of the rest of my life, oh
(Haven't been the same, since you called my name, everything has changed)
Made me bloom just like a flower
Since the first time we took a shower
Made love for hours (oh)
And I could feel the power of your love
Girl, I'll be true to thee
Lovin' you is my destiny
I always put you first
(I always put you first)
(You do) And I'll never walk away
(Never walk away) Cause you give me more than anything
And in my heart
You'll always have a place
Baby boy, I'm here to stay
Cause I am your woman
[Chorus]
More than anything
More than a diamond ring with a stone in pink
You're been more to me lately
You mean more than those things
More than the air I breathe (more)
More than the food I eat (more)
More than the shoes on my feet (more)
Oh, you are more than to me
The moment that I saw you
Knew I was crazy for you
The look in your eyes
(Said those things, many things to me)
Girl, join this walk with me
Believe me when I say,
I'm with you for life,
Right by your side, make you my wife
Girl, I'll be true to thee
As long as your lovin' me, givin' you the best of me
Lovin' you is my destiny
(I always put you first)
(You do) And I'll never walk away
(Never walk away) Cause you give me more than anything
And in my heart
You'll always have a place
Baby boy, I'm here to stay
Cause I am your woman (yes you are, yes you are)
I am your woman, boo
[Chorus: x2]
You're my autumn when the seasons change
Falling in love, can't wait to change to rain
Boy, you're like the sun rays
Shining down on a special day
Like sand to a beach
The sweet to a peach
You make my heart beat
Change me from Miss to Mrs.
Granted all my wishes, you're more
[Chorus]
More than a friend becomes a lover
Here to the end don't want no other
Through thick and thin
We've got each other
More than anything
I ask for
Or pray for
You are my joy, oh
In Syleena Johnson's song "More," the artist sings about the person she loves and how they are more to her than any material thing could be. She begins the song by reminiscing about how she met this person on a Sunday, and how since then, everything in her life has changed for the better. She describes the love and affection that they share and acknowledges that loving this person is her destiny. The chorus of the song emphasizes how much this person means to her and the significant role they play in her life. Syleena compares her lover to everything that is essential in her life, from the air she breathes to the food she eats, saying that the person she loves is more than all of those things.
Furthermore, Syleena continues to acknowledge how wonderful this person is in the second verse, stating that she knew she was crazy for them the moment she saw them. She expresses the desire to be with them for the rest of her life and to make them her partner. Throughout the song, Syleena emphasizes how this person has changed her life for the better and how they are more to her than any material possession could ever be.
In summary, the song "More" is about the power of love and how it can transform a person's life. Syleena Johnson sings about how this one person has become a significant part of her life and how their love is more impactful to her than anything else.
Line by Line Meaning
Met him on a Sunday
It was a day that changed my life forever
Oh, it was first day of the rest of my life, oh
It made me realize the life I was missing before you
(Haven't been the same, since you called my name, everything has changed)
All my senses were awakened as soon as you entered my life
Made me bloom just like a flower
Your love has transformed me into a more beautiful version of myself
Since the first time we took a shower
From the beginning, every moment with you has been special and memorable
Made love for hours (oh)
Our connection and passion is undeniable
And I could feel the power of your love
Your love has given me strength and purpose
Girl, I'll be true to thee
I promise to always be faithful to you
As long as your lovin' me, givin' you the best of me
I will give you everything I have to offer as long as you love me
Lovin' you is my destiny
I was made to love you
I always put you first
Your needs and wants will always be my top priority
(You do) And I'll never walk away
I will always choose to stay with you
(Never walk away) Cause you give me more than anything
Your love is priceless and irreplaceable
And in my heart
You hold a special place within me
You'll always have a place
My heart is your forever home
Baby boy, I'm here to stay
I will always be by your side
Cause I am your woman
I belong to you
[Chorus]
A declaration of my love and appreciation for you
More than anything
Your value and importance to me is immeasurable
More than a diamond ring with a stone in pink
Material things have no comparison to the love and happiness you bring me
You're been more to me lately
My love for you is constantly growing
You mean more than those things
No material possession can take your place in my heart
More than the air I breathe (more)
You are a necessity in my life, like the air I need to survive
More than the food I eat (more)
You are my nourishment, giving me strength and energy
More than the shoes on my feet (more)
You provide a solid foundation for my life, like the shoes that support me
Oh, you are more than to me
Your importance and value is beyond measure
The moment that I saw you
I knew that you were special
Knew I was crazy for you
I fell for you hard and fast
The look in your eyes
Your eyes conveyed everything I needed to see
(Said those things, many things to me)
Your eyes communicated volumes to me
Girl, join this walk with me
Join me on this journey called life
Believe me when I say,
My words are sincere and true
I'm with you for life,
I will be with you forever
Right by your side, make you my wife
I want to make you my partner for life as my wife
I am your woman, boo
I am yours forever
You're my autumn when the seasons change
You bring new colors and freshness to my life, the way autumn does
Falling in love, can't wait to change to rain
Our love will bring refreshing and continuous growth just like the rain does
Boy, you're like the sun rays
You brighten my day and bring warmth to my life
Shining down on a special day
Your love shines even brighter on special occasions and in special moments
Like sand to a beach
Your love is an integral part of my life, like sand is to a beach
The sweet to a peach
Your love is the sweetest thing in my life, like sweetness is to a peach
You make my heart beat
You bring life, rhythm, and excitement to my heart
Change me from Miss to Mrs.
I can't wait to be married to you and become your wife
Granted all my wishes, you're more
You have fulfilled all of my dreams and desires and you mean so much more to me
More than a friend becomes a lover
Our love surpasses normal friendship to a point of romantic intimacy
Here to the end don't want no other
I am committed to you and will never leave you for anyone else
Through thick and thin
I will stand by you through all the ups and downs of life
We've got each other
We are each other's soulmate and partner in life.
More than anything
You are everything to me
I ask for
You are the only thing I need and desire
Or pray for
You are the answer to my prayers
You are my joy, oh
You bring happiness, peace, and fulfillment to my life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRANDON ALLEN HAMILTON, BRYAN TODD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
latoryarobinson
They both sound great. Anthony Hamilton did his thing though. 2 very soulful brothers. Anthony added way more flare.
SilentSeeker
I have decided that I like both versions of this song. The one with Jaheim and Syleena is equally as beautiful as this one. I love the rawness of Anthony Hamilton's voice with her and Smoothness of JaJa's voice Ms. Syleena. Beautiful music!
Tiana P
SilentSeeker She’s performing on Nov. 9, 2019 @ Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center! GME.TIX.COM let’s goOoo!!!
Latrice Babygirl
I CAN'T DECIDE WHICH VERSION I LOVE MORE!... ANTHONY AND JAHEIM ARE TWO OF MY FAVORITE MALE SINGERS!
Dajanae Davis
This version is the best version !!!!!! I love Anthony !!!
Candace Muldrow
I agree but I think it’s because the other version wasn’t finished. It sounds fresh out the studio. I’m a big fan of Jaheim and Anthony Hamilton but this version is just smoother sounding. Syleena was holding back on this because this is below average for her.
Cynthia Haynes
I agree
Creatvambition
A new fan all because of the story she told on one her last interviews.. Music's nice...
Tiffany Hagans
Anybody else here because of syleenas interview on hh4l 😂😂
T Edmond
Absolutely lol