Timmy T started out in the 80's in small rap groups in Fresno, but felt that he would rather do dance music. He purchased a Moog synthesizer and a Roland TR-808 drum machine at a pawn shop, and recorded his first single, "Time After Time", in his garage. He delivered copies to a Fresno radio station and asked them to play his single. After the DJ played the song, there were many calls requesting who that was. The DJ recommended to Timmy T to take his record to radio stations in Los Angeles for more exposure. After Los Angeles pop station Power 106 played the record, Timmy got a record deal with Quality Records and released another single, "One More Try", which proved to be much more successful than his first single, climbing its way to the top of the Billboard charts.
Although Freestyle music has been a mainstay of New York and Miami, Timmy T was one of the most successful Freestyle artists to come from California.
He recorded his first album, "Time After Time", featuring the title track (his first single), "One More Try", and "What Will I Do." He followed up with "All For Love."
Timmy T has toured all over the world and performed on various TV shows through the early 90's. Following a financially draining divorce, having to raise his children, and the decline of Freestyle's popularity in general, Timmy fell out of the public eye. Nowadays, Timmy tours with other Freestyle acts such as The Cover Girls, Stevie B, Lisa Lisa, and others on the club circuit. His music still garners heavy rotation on Freestyle playlists.
Timmy T is not related to fellow Freestyle singer Judy Torres.
Angel
Timmy T Lyrics
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Does an angel contemplate my fate
And do they know
The places where we go
When we′re grey and old
'Cos I have been told
That salvation lets their wings unfold
So when I′m lying in my bed
And I feel that love is dead
I'm loving angels instead
And through it all she offers me protection
A lot of love and affection
Whether I'm right or wrong
And down the waterfall
Wherever it may take me
I know that life won′t break me
When I come to call she won′t forsake me
I'm loving angels instead
When I′m feeling weak
And my pain walks down a one way street
I look above
And I know I'll always be blessed with love
And as the feeling grows
She breathes flesh to my bones
And when love is dead
I′m loving angels instead
And through it all she offers me protection
A lot of love and affection
Whether I'm right or wrong
And down the waterfall
Wherever it may take me
I know that life won′t break me
When I come to call she won't forsake me
I'm loving angels instead
The lyrics to Timmy T's song Angel convey the idea that when someone feels lost or alone, they can turn to the love and protection of an angel. The opening lines "I sit and wait / Does an angel contemplate my fate" suggest that the singer is pondering whether there is someone looking out for them, and specifically, if there is an angel watching over them. The idea of an angel "contemplating" fate implies that there is some sort of predestined path that the singer is on, and the angel may have insight into where that path leads.
The following lines "And do they know / The places where we go / When we’re grey and old" suggest that the singer is curious about what happens after death, and whether angels have knowledge of the afterlife. The idea of "grey and old" conjures up images of aging and eventually passing on, and the singer seems to be seeking reassurance that there is some sort of spiritual comfort waiting for them when that time comes.
The chorus of the song reinforces the idea that the singer is seeking comfort and love from an angel: "And through it all she offers me protection / A lot of love and affection / Whether I'm right or wrong / And down the waterfall / Wherever it may take me / I know that life won't break me / When I come to call she won't forsake me / I'm loving angels instead." The repetition of "protection" and "love and affection" emphasizes the idea that the singer is seeking emotional support and guidance from an angel. The line "Whether I'm right or wrong" suggests that the singer feels they have made mistakes in the past, but the angel's love is unconditional and will not be withdrawn. The image of "down the waterfall" emphasizes the sense of being on a journey with unknown outcomes. However, the singer is reassured that wherever that journey takes them, they will be protected and loved by their angel.
Finally, the last verse "When I'm feeling weak / And my pain walks down a one way street / I look above / And I know I'll always be blessed with love / And as the feeling grows / She breathes flesh to my bones / And when love is dead / I'm loving angels instead" suggests that the angel's love is a source of strength and comfort, particularly during difficult times. The phrase "she breathes flesh to my bones" implies that the angel's love has a physical effect on the singer, making them feel stronger and more alive. The repetition of the refrain "I'm loving angels instead" reinforces that the angel's love is a substitute for other forms of love that may have fallen short.
Line by Line Meaning
I sit and wait
I am patiently waiting for something to happen.
Does an angel contemplate my fate
I wonder if there is a divine being considering my destiny.
And do they know
I wonder if they are aware of the places we go.
The places where we go
I am curious about the destinations we visit.
When we're grey and old
During our aging and later years.
'Cos I have been told
Because someone informed me.
That salvation lets their wings unfold
Religion opens up new opportunities for these divine beings.
So when I'm lying in my bed
When I am alone with my thoughts at night.
Thoughts running through my head
My mind is active and racing with ideas.
And I feel that love is dead
When I believe that love is no longer present.
I'm loving angels instead
I choose to focus on the concept of divine beings instead of love.
And through it all she offers me protection
Even during difficult times, this divine being grants me safety and security.
A lot of love and affection
They also give me a significant amount of care and affection.
Whether I'm right or wrong
Regardless of whether I make the correct choices or not.
And down the waterfall
No matter how treacherous the journey may get.
Wherever it may take me
Regardless of where life leads me on this path.
I know that life won't break me
I have faith that life will not defeat me.
When I come to call she won't forsake me
If I call for this divine being, I believe they will answer me.
I'm loving angels instead
In times of hardship, I choose to focus on the concept of divine beings instead of love.
When I'm feeling weak
When I am vulnerable and frail.
And my pain walks down a one way street
When I am experiencing immense hurt and it feels unending.
I look above
I turn to the divine for support.
And I know I'll always be blessed with love
Because of my faith, I believe that divine love will always be present in my life.
And as the feeling grows
As my belief and trust in the divine increase.
She breathes flesh to my bones
This divine being gives me renewed and strengthened life.
And when love is dead
When the concept of love seems dim or unattainable.
I'm loving angels instead
I choose to focus on the concept of divine beings instead of love.
Writer(s): Timothy Torres
Contributed by Hudson M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.