Their first recordings, in 1954, were for Tommy Robinson's Harlem-based independent Atlas Records and were played by Alan Freed and Tommy "Dr. Jive" Smalls in the New York area thoughout the fall and early winter of 1955. Of these, "Foolish Dreams" fared best, scoring first place in a WNJR (Newark, NJ) listener's poll of favorite vocal groups. They later appeared on "Dr. Jive's Rhythm & Blues Easter Review" at the Apollo Theater in Harlem.
By mid-summer 1956, the group's "I Belong to You" was climbing the national charts and landed in the Top Ten in Kansas City. They continued to perform live, but by the end of 1957, the sales had dipped. Atlas issued their last single, and in 1958, the Fi-Tones were off the label. They next recorded for Hy Weiss' Old Town label. Lloyd Davis left and was replaced by Reggie Barnes, but this lineup disbanded after the single failed to chart and were gone by late 1958. ~ Bryan Thomas, Rovi
My Heart
The Fi-Tones Lyrics
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Whatcha want from me
I hope you know
Who's running things
Cuz I see ya unhappy witcha man I Know
Now I got protection everywhere I Go
Got the Keys to my heart and my Trap Bando
Ride or die in the black lambo
Whatcha want from me
I hope you know
Who's running things
On the way to the top it is not easy
Gone with the wind like I'm Getting breezy
Ima Hit her with the uproar Bumping Wheezy
Imma hit the ignore you can't Reach me
She know imma glow up like ET
She don't even know us we three Deep
When I hit her line she say don't Tease me
Imma give her appetite she gon Say feed me
Negative test I been keeping Distance
Negative checks take you out Existence
If you got offended then good Riddance
Man I'm just tryna ball Bad Boy Piston
Cuz I see ya unhappy witcha man I Know
Now I got protection everywhere I Go
Keys to my heart and the trap Bando
Man
Ride or die in the black lambo
I Need a bad ting waiting at my Show
I show you off it won't be on the Low
If I'm moving too fast then you Gotta lmk
I'm new to this shit man you gotta Let me Grow
Then I
Peeped shawty in the hallway
In a
A class cruising down the freeway
And
Slowed down to see my potential Bae
And
Realized it was shawty from the Hallway
I said hold up
Wait a minute
Have to take a second
Had to run down
Shit will only take a minute
Get her on my wrist
Ima have to call reverend
Run down
One shot I won't miss It
I'm from jungle
And she New Orleans
And im in designer
Man I gotta keep on balling
And all these exes on my line they Keep Calling
Tease me all day rendezvous in the Morning
Cuz I take you shopping on me wit No Warning
Got the burna on the side of a Nigga keep Talking
Fly chick
I Make shawty my bihh
No time for a bae with mileage
G wagon 20 Percent on my list
Neva been a hoe I put that shit on My kid
Dior on my body
Audemar on ha wrist
Drape her in Chanel but of course I hit a lick
Investing ha future like She my Draft pick
Amiri change her soul now where Ha soul went
State to state Tay K do the race
Shawty hit my line 2 am I'm on the Way Cause
I don't know (Don't Know)
Whatcha want from me (What You Want From Me)
I hope you know (I Hope You Know)
Who's running things (Who's Running)
Cuz I see ya unhappy witcha man I Know
Now I got protection everywhere I Go go
Keys to my heart and the trap Bando
(OHHH)
Ride or die in the black lambo
Hahaha
I don't know
I don't know
What you want from Me (Whatchu Want From Me)
I hope you know
(I Hope You Know)
Who's running things
(Who's Running Things)
Who's running things
(Who's Running Things)
Yeah I don't know
(Girl I Don't Know)
I hope you know
(Girl I Hope You Know)
Who's running things
(Who's Running Things)
Keys To My Heart
(Yeah)
Yeah I don't know
Whatchu want from me
I hope you know who's running Things
Who's running things
Who's running things
The lyrics to The Fi-Tones's song "My Heart" convey a sense of confusion and uncertainty in a romantic relationship. The singer expresses their lack of understanding regarding what their partner wants from them and hopes that their partner recognizes who holds the power in their relationship. They observe that their partner is unhappy with their current situation, and as a result, the singer feels the need to protect themselves wherever they go. This may suggest a sense of insecurity and a desire to maintain control.
The lyrics also touch upon the challenges the singer faces on their journey towards success. They acknowledge that reaching the top is not easy and compare their progress to the wind, implying a sense of unpredictability and occasional turbulence. The singer mentions their desire to assert themselves and make a statement, referencing an "uproar" and the impact they intend to have. They express a determination to rise above negativity, whether it be in the form of tests or the checks that they receive, and emphasize their focus on personal growth and success.
Amidst this ambitious pursuit, the singer's attention is captured by someone they encountered in the hallway. They mention slowing down to assess this person's potential as a romantic interest and recalling their previous encounter. The singer expresses a willingness to take a chance on this person and highlights their importance by using the phrase "shawty from the hallway." The lyrics then switch to discussing various aspects of the singer's lifestyle, including designer brands, their reputation, and the attention they receive from others. They assert that they are not interested in someone with a history of multiple relationships, showcasing their desire for someone who is faithful and reliable.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know
I am unsure or unaware
Whatcha want from me
What are your expectations or desires from me
I hope you know
I desire for you to understand or be aware
Who's running things
Who is in control or in charge
Cuz I see ya unhappy witcha man I Know
Because I notice that you are unhappy with your partner, I understand
Now I got protection everywhere I Go
I have safeguards or security measures in place wherever I am
Got the Keys to my heart and my Trap Bando
I possess the authority over my emotions and my illegal activity location
Ride or die in the black lambo
I will remain loyal and committed in the high-end black sports car
On the way to the top it is not easy
During the journey towards success, it is challenging
Gone with the wind like I'm Getting breezy
I am swiftly moving away like a breeze, disappearing
Ima Hit her with the uproar Bumping Wheezy
I will impress her with excitement while listening to Lil Wayne
Imma hit the ignore you can't Reach me
I will reject or not respond to your attempts to contact me
She know imma glow up like ET
She is aware that I will have a significant transformation, shining like a fictional extraterrestrial
She don't even know us we three Deep
She has no knowledge of our group, consisting of the three of us
When I hit her line she say don't Tease me
When I call or message her, she requests that I do not playfully deceive her
Imma give her appetite she gon Say feed me
I will satisfy her desire or craving, and she will request to be nourished by me
Negative test I been keeping Distance
I have been avoiding close contact to ensure a negative result in a test
Negative checks take you out Existence
Negative financial situations can lead to your removal from existence or relevance
If you got offended then good Riddance
If you took offense, then it is beneficial for us to part ways
Man I'm just tryna ball Bad Boy Piston
I am simply attempting to succeed in a flashy and aggressive manner, like the Detroit Pistons basketball team owned by Bad Boy Records
I Need a bad ting waiting at my Show
I require an attractive person eagerly waiting at my event
I show you off it won't be on the Low
I display you proudly, ensuring it is not kept secret or hidden
If I'm moving too fast then you Gotta lmk
If I am progressing too quickly, you need to let me know
I'm new to this shit man you gotta Let me Grow
I am inexperienced in this situation, you must allow me to mature and develop
Then I Peeped shawty in the hallway
Afterward, I noticed the lady in the corridor
In a A class cruising down the freeway
She was driving in a luxury vehicle, confidently traveling on the open road
And Slowed down to see my potential Bae
She reduced her speed to observe me, a possible romantic partner
And Realized it was shawty from the Hallway
And recognized that she was the woman from the corridor
I said hold up
I exclaimed to pause or wait
Wait a minute
Wait for a brief moment
Have to take a second
I must momentarily pause to gather my thoughts or make a decision
Had to run down
I needed to quickly explain or clarify
Shit will only take a minute
It will only require a brief amount of time
Get her on my wrist
To have her as my companion or partner
Ima have to call reverend
I will need to contact a religious leader to officiate or bless our union
Run down
Explain or inform quickly
One shot I won't miss It
With a single opportunity, I will not fail or make an error
I'm from jungle
I originated from a challenging or dangerous environment
And she New Orleans
And she is from the vibrant city of New Orleans
And im in designer
And I am wearing fashionable and high-end clothing
Man I gotta keep on balling
I must continue to excel and succeed
And all these exes on my line they Keep Calling
Multiple former romantic partners continuously attempt to contact me
Tease me all day rendezvous in the Morning
They flirt or entice me throughout the day, planning to meet in the morning
Cuz I take you shopping on me wit No Warning
Because I surprise you by treating you to a shopping spree without prior notice
Got the burna on the side of a Nigga keep Talking
I possess a firearm for protection, ready to confront anyone who speaks negatively or provocatively
Fly chick
Attractive woman
I Make shawty my bihh
I establish a romantic or possessive relationship with the woman
No time for a bae with mileage
I have no interest in a partner with a history of numerous romantic relationships
G wagon 20 Percent on my list
I desire a Mercedes G-Wagon vehicle, and it is a top priority in my aspirations
Neva been a hoe I put that shit on My kid
I have never engaged in promiscuous behavior, and I swear upon my child
Dior on my body
I am wearing Dior clothing or accessories
Audemar on ha wrist
She has an Audemars Piguet watch on her wrist
Drape her in Chanel but of course I hit a lick
I cover her in Chanel products, but I obtained them in a questionable or illegal manner
Investing ha future like She my Draft pick
I am making long-term plans with her, treating her as if she is a selected player in a sports draft
Amiri change her soul now where Ha soul went
Amiri clothing changed her character or essence, and now her true self is uncertain
State to state Tay K do the race
Traveling from one location to another quickly, like the actions of rapper Tay K in his song 'The Race'
Shawty hit my line 2 am I'm on the Way Cause
The woman contacts me at 2 am, and I promptly respond and head towards her location
I don't know (Don't Know)
I am unsure or unaware
Whatcha want from me (What You Want From Me)
What are your expectations or desires from me
I hope you know (I Hope You Know)
I desire for you to understand or be aware
Who's running things (Who's Running)
Who is in control or in charge
Cuz I see ya unhappy witcha man I Know
Because I notice that you are unhappy with your partner, I understand
Now I got protection everywhere I Go go
I have safeguards or security measures in place wherever I am
Keys to my heart and the trap Bando
I possess the authority over my emotions and my illegal activity location
(OHHH)
Exclamation of interest or excitement
Ride or die in the black lambo
I will remain loyal and committed in the high-end black sports car
Hahaha
Expression of amusement or laughter
I don't know
I am unsure or unaware
I don't know
I am unsure or unaware
What you want from Me (Whatchu Want From Me)
What are your expectations or desires from me
I hope you know
I desire for you to understand or be aware
(I Hope You Know)
I desire for you to understand or be aware
Who's running things
Who is in control or in charge
(Who's Running Things)
Who is in control or in charge
Yeah I don't know
Yeah, I am unsure or unaware
(Girl I Don't Know)
(Girl, I am unsure or unaware)
I hope you know
I desire for you to understand or be aware
(Girl I Hope You Know)
(Girl, I desire for you to understand or be aware)
Who's running things
Who is in control or in charge
(Who's Running Things)
Who is in control or in charge
Keys To My Heart
Possession of control or authority over my emotions
(Yeah)
Expression of agreement or confirmation
Yeah I don't know
Yeah, I am unsure or unaware
Whatchu want from me
What are your expectations or desires from me
I hope you know who's running Things
I desire for you to understand who is in control or in charge
Who's running things
Who is in control or in charge
(Who's Running Things)
Who is in control or in charge
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Written by: Antonio Graziano, Arkel Miller
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