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.
The One
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...
In Tamar Braxton's song, "The One", she speaks about her lover and wanting to be with him. Braxton mentions the luxurious lifestyle that they live, being in a "billion dollar club". She also speaks about how her diamonds are rare and of great value, symbolizing her love and commitment to her significant other. Braxton also mentions how being in public makes her want to be alone with her lover, and how they have a special connection that they share. The chorus repeats the phrase "one on one fun", which is a reference to being intimate and spending quality time with her partner.
The lyrics of this song speak to the idea of a relationship that is built on mutual love and respect, and the desire to be with that person. The song is a celebration of love and a reminder that even in the face of fame and fortune, the true joy in life is found in the intimate moments shared with loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
You came and scoop me with that coupe I thought I was bulletproof
You rescued me with your car, and I felt invincible
Didn't know I boss a harbor, then again it's you
I didn't realize I had so much power, but I do because of you
We in a billion dollar club, it's not a fault, it's the truth
We're really successful and rich, and it's not a coincidence
I can be anywhere, but I just wanna be right here with you
I have the freedom to be anywhere, but I choose to be with you
All of my diamonds are here upon this was a keeper
All of my valuable possessions are with me, which means you're a keeper
You want your lemon juice, and I just wanna get between
You have your preferences, but I want to be intimate with you
Blow my mind, that's what I want you to do (That's what I want you to do)
I want you to impress and surprise me
When we're in public, that just makes me wanna be alone with you
Being in public reminds me how much I want to be alone with you
Won't you come play me, it's enough
Let's spend time together and have fun
You feel it too
You have the same desire and connection as me
Ain't got no problem when the stereo makes me wanna break the rules
I don't care if music makes me feel rebellious when I'm with you
I'm showing our hearts baby, I'm your supergirl, and you're the truth
I'm revealing our love, and I'm your devoted partner, and you're honest and real
One on one fun
I want to have private, enjoyable time with you
One on one fun
I want to have private, enjoyable time with you
One on one fun
I want to have private, enjoyable time with you
I need that, one on one fun
I crave and require that private, enjoyable time with you
One on one fun
I want to have private, enjoyable time with you
One on one fun
I want to have private, enjoyable time with you
One on one fun
I want to have private, enjoyable time with you
I need that, one on one fun
I really crave that private, enjoyable time with you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: ANGELA HUNTE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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We going no where🎉😂
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Here watching in 2022 & this song is still a vibe. Tamar is very pretty & talented.
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gotta keep on repeat
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August 2022 😜
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