Born in Dallas, Texas, Campbell was introduced to the R&B by Quincy Jones in August 1989. Campbell's debut single was "Tomorrow (A Better You Better Me)" which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip hop Singles chart in June 1990. It was the lead single from Quincy Jones' critically acclaimed ensemble LP Back on the Block which won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1991. After working with Jones and writers and producers including Siedah Garrett, Campbell worked with producers Narada Michael Walden, Al B. Sure, Babyface, and others to record additional music.
Campbell's first solo hit was "Round and Round", which charted at #3 on R&B charts in November 1991 and #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 in April 1991 was produced by Prince and was featured in Prince's film Graffiti Bridge. Campbell followed the success of his first two singles by releasing his debut album, T.E.V.I.N., in November 1991 which featured the R&B hit singles and Campbell's only #1 Adult Contemporary hit: "Tell Me What You Want Me To Do" followed by:, "Alone With You", and "Goodbye". His second album, I'm Ready released October 1993, yielded the #1 R&B hit and #9 pop single "Can We Talk" in December 1993, "I'm Ready", "Always in My Heart" which charted at #3 on the R&B chart. He also scored a Top 30 hit with "Don't Say Goodbye Girl" on the R&B charts. In September 1994, Campbell also scored an R&B hit with the single "U Will Know" as part of the R&B supergroup Black Men United, a group that also included singer Usher.
The year 1996 saw the release of his third album, Back to the World (#11 R&B). The title track was a success (hitting the R&B Top 20), but additional singles failed to make an impact on the chart. His early 1999 self-titled album was found Campbell venturing into the neo-soul venue. The project was rushed, and as a result charted below the R&B Top 30, with only one single charting, a Top 30 song called "Another Way".
Campbell was nominated for five Grammy Awards and two American Music Awards.
In December 2005, Campbell made his Broadway debut in the role of Seaweed J. Stubbs in the hit musical Hairspray. Campbell is currently still playing in Hairspray.
Campbell returned to the studios in 2006, working with producers Scott Storch, The Underdogs, Krucial Keys, Bryan Michael Cox, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, and Ryan Leslie. The comeback album is waiting to be published and will be released in 2008.
Alone With You
Tevin Campbell Lyrics
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Girl, don't leave me
Don't take this as an aggression
Girl, I've learned my lesson
Don't leave me
Ooh the natural way
You receive me
I just want to be alone with you
And there's nothing else I'd rather do
I just want the chance I had again
Just us two till the end
Now just the other night on the phone
I tried to impress you with my tone
I've got to be for real if you're my friend
Or you'll never call me back again
Girl, don't leave me
Don't leave me, don't leave me
Oooh the natural way you receive me
Oh no
Don't take this as an aggression
Girl, I've learned my lesson
Oh, yes I have
Ooh the natural way
You receive me, the natural way
Don't take this as an aggression
Aaaaaaaaah
Girl, don't leave me
Don't leave me, don't leave me
Oooh the natural way you receive me
Oh no
Don't take this as an aggression
Girl, I've learned my lesson
Oh, yes I have
Ooh the natural way
You receive me, the natural way
Don't take this as an aggression
Aaaaaaaaah
Girl don't be afraid ahh baby
Girl, don't leave me
Don't leave me, don't leave me
Oooh the natural way you receive me
Oh no
Don't take this as an aggression
Girl, I've learned my lesson
Oh, yes I have
Ooh the natural way
You receive me, the natural way
Don't take this as an aggression
Oooooh oh Kyle West, break it down
I just want to be You. Al B. bass
I just want to be alone with you
And there's nothing else I'd rather do
I just want the chance I had again
Just us two till the end
The lyrics of "Alone With You" by Tevin Campbell express a plea for a second chance with a significant other. The singer acknowledges that he has made mistakes in the past and is now trying to make amends. He does not want the other person to leave him and hopes that they can be alone together, just like before. The singer even tries to impress the other person on the phone, recognizing the importance of being genuine and honest in a friendship or relationship.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's desire to be alone with the other person and to have a chance at their relationship again. He even says "there's nothing else I'd rather do" than be with them. The bridge of the song features a break-down section where the music is stripped back, and the singer's message becomes more urgent. He pleads with the other person not to be afraid and reassures them that he has learned his lesson.
Overall, "Alone With You" is a heartfelt plea for a second chance with a significant other. The singer acknowledges his mistakes and is trying to make things right. He wants to be alone with this person and hopes that they can give him another chance to prove himself.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl, don't leave me
The singer is pleading with his lover to not leave him.
Don't take this as an aggression
He is worried that his lover may misinterpret his emotions.
Girl, I've learned my lesson
He acknowledges that he has made mistakes in the past and has learned from them.
Ooh the natural way
You receive me
The singer feels that his lover understands him instinctively.
I just want to be alone with you
And there's nothing else I'd rather do
I just want the chance I had again
Just us two till the end
The singer expresses his desire to spend some one-on-one time with his lover and rekindle their love.
Now just the other night on the phone
I tried to impress you with my tone
I've got to be for real if you're my friend
Or you'll never call me back again
The singer admits that he may have previously acted insincerely and now realizes that honesty is key to maintaining their relationship.
Girl don't be afraid ahh baby
The singer is trying to assure his lover that he means no harm.
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALBERT JOSEPH III BROWN, KYLE ALBERT WEST
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kisha M
Oh my goooooosh... the chorus of this song STILL grooves. I was 20 when this jam came out. I'm 51 now and this song still rocks meโค
Marlene McAuley
Roger that. Im 50. It amazing how incredible this song still makes one FILL and SOAR WITH EMOTIONS
313NikkifromtheD
This is his best song hands down!!
Indigo Lynn
Itโs a close call but I love Tell me what you want so much also ๐ญ
Darell Streeter
I agree
Vincenteโ
NO QUESTION
Harold Brown
Sounds so much like Al b sure ready right now song
Vincenteโ
@Harold Brown I believe it is, but in his version โ๏ธ
Patricia Caver
Whoโs still listening in 2020???!! I know I am!! Tevin!! They donโt make music like this anymore!!!๐๐๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
Marvin Johnson
Am listening now on Sirius XM Heart and Soul. May 6 2020