Braxton was born in Severn, Maryland to Michael and Evelyn Braxton. The youngest of the Braxton's six children, Tamar started singing as a toddler. Evelyn, herself an opera singer, recognized her children's talents when one day, Tamar, sang "Can you please get me some toilet paper!" Evelyn quickly started training her girls, and eventually enrolled them in singing lessons. The Braxton children also would eventually enter in their church choir, where Michael Braxton was pastor.
Brought up in a strict Christian household, secular music was initially frowned upon, causing the children to sneak and sing along to Soul Train when the parents were out of the house. They would soon start harmonizing, forming a girl group. Tamar says of this period "I was always the highest note." Her voice was in sharp contrast to her older sister's husky contralto. One day, A Toni was pumping gas at a local gas station while singing along, when she caught the attention of a producer. He heard her sing and was amazed, and decided to pull the five sisters into a group; he envisioned a female version of the Jackson 5. They released a single on Atlantic Records in 1990 as "The Braxtons," and caught the attention of producers Antonio "L.A" Reid and Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds. The two had just started a then fledgling record label, LaFace, with Arista Records. The guys passed on the group, as they had just signed a new trio named TLC, but they were looking for a solo female artist and loved Toni's voice. So the girls talked it over, and Toni decided to embark on her now famous solo career.
The sisters worked as backup singers for Toni (you can see them in Toni's video Seven Whole Days). Eventually, the girls (minus Toni) would release an album for Atlantic, to which the group was still signed, in 1996 entitled So Many Ways.
In 1999, Tamar first explored her gospel side on T.D Jakes Love Songs album. Later, Tamar would meet up with Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, a rapper/producer (also famous for bringing Blu Cantrell to national attention) based in Atlanta, Georgia. She recorded her solo debut album, Ridiculous, so named because of the many different musical styles on the album. The album would be retooled and released by Dreamworks as Tamar on January 18, 2000. It was lead in by the first single for the album, "Get None" with guest appearances by Jermaine Dupri and rapper Amil and featured the second single, If You Don't Wanna Love Me. The singles failed to gain significant radio & video airplay and ultimately the album didn't sell well, and Tamar was dropped from her contract,it is also worth noting that tamar proved that she could do the whistle register on money can't buy you love on tamar's deut album.
Tamar sang for the Kingdom Come soundtrack, with Toni Braxton appearing in the movie as Juanita Slocumb. Currently she sang background for Toni's album More Than A Woman (released 2002),and 2005 album Libra and resides in Atlanta. She also negotiated a new contract with Tommy Mottola's Casablanca Records, and is working to record a new album. She also sang backup in her sister Toni's famous headlining show in Las Vegas entitled, "Toni Braxton: Revealed" but has been replaced by singer Sparkle. She is currently working on a new album and her own record company with fiance, producer Vincent Herbert.
One on One Fun
Tamar Braxton Lyrics
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Didn't know I boss a harbor, then again it's you
We in a billion dollar club, it's not a fault, it's the truth
I can be anywhere, but I just wanna be right here with you
All of my diamonds are here upon this was a keeper
You want your lemon juice, and I just wanna get between
Blow my mind, that's what I want you to do (That's what I want you to do)
One on one fun
One on one fun
One on one fun
I need that, one on one fun
One on one fun
One on one fun
One on one fun
I need that, one on one fun
When we're in public, that just makes me wanna be alone with you
Won't you come play me, it's enough
You feel it too
Ain't got no problem when the stereo makes me wanna break the rules
I'm showing our hearts baby, I'm your supergirl, and you're the truth
All of my diamonds are here upon this was a keeper
You want your lemon juice, and I just wanna get between
Blow my mind, that's what I want you to do (That's what I want you to do)
One on one fun
One on one fun
One on one fun
I need that, one on one fun
One on one fun
One on one fun
One on one fun
I need that, one on one fun
One on one fun...
The lyrics to Tamar Braxton's "One on One Fun" are about the love and excitement that arises between two people in a romantic relationship. The song explores the joy and fulfillment that comes with being with someone who truly understands and satisfies you. The opening lines suggest that the other person has swept the singer off her feet, making her feel invincible and unbreakable. She acknowledges that her lover is someone special who makes her feel safe and welcome no matter where she is.
The following lines suggest that the other person brings out the best in her, bringing her down to earth and keeping her grounded. The lyrics make use of metaphors with diamonds, lemon juice, and breaking rules to express the depth of the singer's love and affection for the other person. The chorus of the song is straightforward; she wants to be with him and enjoy one-on-one time without any distractions.
Overall, the song is about the intimacy, excitement, and joy that comes with being in love with the right person. It captures the energy of a relationship where each partner brings out the best in the other, and they are both committed to each other's happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
You came and scoop me with that coupe I thought I was bulletproof
You picked me up in your car and made me feel invincible.
Didn't know I boss a harbor, then again it's you
I didn't realize how powerful I could be until I met you.
We in a billion dollar club, it's not a fault, it's the truth
We are both successful and wealthy and it's just the reality.
I can be anywhere, but I just wanna be right here with you
I have the freedom to go anywhere I want, but I choose to be with you.
When we're in public, that just makes me wanna be alone with you
Being in public just makes me want to have private time with you.
Won't you come play me, it's enough, You feel it too
Let's be playful together, we are both on the same page.
Ain't got no problem when the stereo makes me wanna break the rules
I don't mind taking risks and being rebellious when we are together.
I'm showing our hearts baby, I'm your supergirl, and you're the truth
I am vulnerable with you and you make me feel like I can do anything.
One on one fun
There's nothing better than having fun together, just the two of us.
I need that, one on one fun
Spending intimate time with you is something I crave and desire.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: ANGELA HUNTE
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