According to a Billboard.com album review Teairra Mari has a 3.2 (C3-E6) octave vocal range.
Marí began her career at age 12, recording in her cousin's basement, in Holland, Michigan. She soon caught the attention of Big Mike, Ed K and Helluvah of Detroit's K.I.S.S. Productions, which developed her from the age of 13 onward. Under Big Mike's guidance, Marí spent every free moment in the studio, working with producers and songwriters like Helluvah, Disco D, Big Mike, Chaz M, Detail, Lyriq, AK, and J.R.
K.I.S.S. Productions arranged for Marí to collaborate with artists such as Ray J, J-Kwon, Lola Damone, and Bee and for Marí to appear on Detroit's Fox 2 Morning Show and UPN 50 Sports Rap. In October 2003, the label released Teairra's first album, an EP called Get Away, which included the title track plus four more songs (currently available only on this album) and became a local success.
In the meantime Teairra attended Detroit High School for The Fine and Performing Arts, she went on to attend Fitzgerald High School in Warren, MI right before getting her big break with Jay Z.
At the age of 16, K.I.S.S.' Big Mike felt that Marí was ready for the big time, and he brought her in front of a who's who of label execs. Candy Tookes, a friend of Big Mike, introduced the pair to industry veteran Daryl Simmons in Atlanta, Georgia. Simmons then shared Marí's K.I.S.S. Productions-produced demo disc with Antonio "L.A." Reid, Chairman of The Island Def Jam Music Group. After hearing Teairra Marí perform live, Reid offered her a contract on the spot.
Marí worked with Jay-Z, in his first collaboration project since becoming president of Def Jam Records, to create "Make Her Feel Good", the hit single from her debut album on Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam. The second single "No Daddy" had a video that led to commercial success on MTV. The video spent 16 days on Total Request Live, peaking at #4.Teairra Mari's debut album, Roc-A-Fella Presents: Teairra Mari, was released in 2005.
She later appeared LL Cool J.'s "Preserve The Sexy." She also makes cameo appearances in music videos by 3LW ("Feelin' You") and Sammie ("You Should Be My Girl.") In 2006, Teairra Mari left Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam Records, and signed with Interscope Records.
In 2007, Marí signed a lucrative deal with Violator but decided to split with them as she landed a new development deal with Fo'Reel Ent. under the wing of Cudda Love (the man responsible for Nelly's success). She is currently signed to Warner Bros. Records and is working on a new album titled "At That Point" which will be released in Februry 2010 with production by The Underdogs, The Runners, Jim Jonsin, Danja, Ne-Yo, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, Ron "NEFF-U" Feemstar, The Movement, DJ Clue, Polow Da Don, Tony Dixon, Miscke, Tank, Pleasure P, and Rico Love, so far collaborations include Pleasure P, Flo Rida, Rick Ross, and Nicki Minaj while she is in discussion with Eve, and T.I. She also co-wrote songs with Keri Hilson, Solange Knowles and Sean Garrett. The Clutch member J. Que confirmed in an interview that the whole team are going to write songs for her forthcoming album.The promo single "Hunt 4 U" was released in early January with a video to follow shortly after while the official first single is "Cause A Scene" featuring Flo Rida. Aside from music, Teairra is currently the spokemodel for the new clothing line Jean Addicts which is set to launch later this year, and she completed a film called The Magnificent Cooly-T.
After the failure of Cause a Scene to chart, At That Point was pushed back from its original release date of July 2009 to October 20, however it was cancelled again, and Teairra sent another song tilted "Sponsor" to raidos which featured Gucci Mane and Soulja Boy, it was produced by The Clutch. Teairra finally made her chart debut on the rnb/hip hop charts, and sponsor is sitting at #38. At That Point is supposed to be released 29th of June. With one more official single on the way "Automatic" featuring Nicki Minaj.
Act Right
Teairra Mari Lyrics
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So on point you make a liar tell the truth, truth
And on the low the hood is buzzin' over you but baby I got ya
I'm talking square business
I'm too cool to be gone like this
After only a movie and a kiss
But I can't get enough, I promise to stay in pocket
Oh my, you got the bang to make a girl wanna act right
If I put my money on you every time, I know I'd bet right
Checkin' my call log to see if I missed your call
When I was in the shower boy you got that act right
The way you love me I swear that it's a life changer
If I was a dude, homie you would get all my paper
Don't know what to do with you, OD'ing over you
But I think I like it, boy you've got that
Oh, oh, look at me, I'm out of control
Cell phone is dead so I'm going to the corner store, store
To check my voice mail on the pay phone
Hope you left the message
Baby you're out cold, cold
Wanna say you're the shit
But boy you're much more, more
What the streets call the reason
Baby you're the one, it's almost too much
But I can't get enough, I promise to stay in pocket
Oh my, you got the bang to make a girl wanna act right
If I put my money on you every time I know I'd bet right
Checkin' my call log to see if I missed your call
When I was in the shower boy you got that act right
The way you love me, I swear that it's a life changer
If I was a dude, homie you would get all my paper
Don't know what to do with you OD'ing over you
But I think I like it, boy you've got that
Ooh, never thought a hood chick could feel like I do
Writing to the sky boy about you
In the daytime with a flashlight looking for you
Oh baby, baby
Ooh, never thought a hood chick could feel like I do
Writing to the sky boy about you
In the daytime with a flashlight looking for you
Oh baby, baby
Oh my, you got the bang to make a girl wanna act right
If I put my money on you every time I know I'd bet right
Checkin' my call log to see if I missed your call
When I was in the shower boy you got that act right
The way you love me I swear that it's a life changer
If I was a dude, homie you would get all my paper
Don't know what to do with you, oh do you know for you
But I think I like it, boy you've got that
Oh my, you got the bang to make a girl wanna act right
If I put my money on you every time, I know I'd get right
Checkin' my call log to see if I missed your call
When I was in the shower boy you got that act right
The way you love me I swear that it's a life changer
If I was a dude, homie you would get all my paper
Don't know what to do with you, oh do you know for you
But I think I like it, boy you've got that
The song "Act Right" by Teairra Marí is about a woman who is infatuated with a man who makes her feel like she needs to change her ways and become a better person. The first verse addresses how the man's personality and actions cause people to tell the truth, their image is so flawless that it makes people start talking about him, and how the woman will always believe in him. The chorus emphasizes how the man's love and affection towards the woman is so great that it changes her life for the better. The second verse describes the woman's desperation to hear from the man and how her love for him is so intense that she has trouble controlling her emotions.
The lyrics also touch on the societal pressure that the man faces due to his image and reputation. He is known as "the reason" on the streets, meaning he holds status and is respected in the community. However, despite the pressure to maintain his image, he still prioritizes the woman's needs and makes her feel loved and appreciated.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you, do you have any idea what you do, do
Do you even realize how special you are and the effect you have on people?
So on point you make a liar tell the truth, truth
You are so amazing that even the most dishonest person would have to tell the truth about how great you are.
And on the low the hood is buzzin' over you but baby I got ya
Everyone in the neighborhood is talking about you, but I am the one who has your back.
I'm talking square business
I am being completely honest and straightforward with you.
I'm too cool to be gone like this
I am too confident in myself to leave you.
After only a movie and a kiss
Even after our first date, I am already hooked on you.
Baby you're the one, it's almost too much
You are the one for me, and it is almost overwhelming how much I feel for you.
But I can't get enough, I promise to stay in pocket
I am addicted to you, but I promise to keep myself under control and not let my feelings get in the way.
Oh my, you got the bang to make a girl wanna act right
You have such an impact on me that it makes me want to be a better person.
If I put my money on you every time, I know I'd bet right
I have so much faith in you that I know I would always make the right decision by choosing you.
Checkin' my call log to see if I missed your call
I am constantly checking to see if you have tried to contact me because I don't want to miss anything from you.
When I was in the shower boy you got that act right
Even when I am in the shower, you still manage to have a positive impact on my thoughts and emotions.
The way you love me I swear that it's a life changer
The love you have shown me has completely transformed my life for the better.
If I was a dude, homie you would get all my paper
If I were a man, I would give you all of my money because you are worth it.
Don't know what to do with you, OD'ing over you
I don't know how to handle my intense feelings for you and I am completely consumed by them.
But I think I like it, boy you've got that
Despite the overwhelming nature of my feelings for you, I am enjoying the experience and am grateful to have you in my life.
Oh, oh, look at me, I'm out of control
I can barely contain my emotions and they are starting to take over.
Cell phone is dead so I'm going to the corner store, store
My cell phone died, so I am going to the store to check for messages from you.
To check my voice mail on the pay phone
I am so desperate to hear from you that I am using a pay phone to check my voicemail.
Hope you left the message
I am hoping to receive a message from you because it would make my day.
Baby you're out cold, cold
You are amazing and completely knock me off my feet.
Wanna say you're the shit
I want to express how amazing you are, but simple words cannot capture your greatness.
But boy you're much more, more
You are so much more than just amazing; you are extraordinary.
What the streets call the reason
You are known on the streets as the person who causes others to act right and be their best selves.
Ooh, never thought a hood chick could feel like I do
I never thought someone like me from the hood could feel this strongly about someone.
Writing to the sky boy about you
I am expressing my love for you to the universe and hoping that it reaches you.
In the daytime with a flashlight looking for you
I am searching for you in every way possible, even in the broad daylight with a flashlight.
Oh baby, baby
Oh, how I love you and can't get enough of you.
Oh my, you got the bang to make a girl wanna act right
You have the power to influence me to do the right thing and be a better person.
Don't know what to do with you, oh do you know for you
I am overwhelmed by my feelings for you, and I am not sure how to handle them.
But I think I like it, boy you've got that
I am enjoying the experience of being with you, and I am grateful to have you in my life.
If I put my money on you every time, I know I'd get right
I trust you completely and know that betting on you would always be the smart choice.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WAYNE WELLS, TAURIAN ADONIS SHROPSHIRE, BRYAN MICHAEL PAUL COX
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