Tonex's parents, Anthony and Betty Williams, are the Pastor and Assistant Pastor of Truth Apostolic Community Church in Spring Valley, California where they have been in existence for six years. "Our church is filled with young people from every walk of life, but they love the Lord and have a desire for the word of God," says Tonex.
"T.Boy (the album's producer) and I tried to create a sound that was extinct to the Christian Market; something fresh, alive, and completely the opposite of everything going on musically in the CCM market today. We created an album with the intent of a Christian music revolution being the outcome of its release," says the Stellar-nominated artist. Sales of the project skyrocketed and remain sold out in most stores. A re-release of the now unavailable classic album has been scheduled for release in late 1999. The recent performance by Tonex on the 14th Annual Stellar Awards has compared to the same impact Michael Jackson made on the Motown 25th Anniversary special back in 1983.
"I believe the reason for [the success of Pronounced Toe-Nay] is the fact that God's timing is the best timing. Had the album come out any sooner in the CCM market, it probably would not have worked out right with heavy-hitters Kirk Franklin and DC Talk still promoting their latest efforts. It came out at a time when people were 'Stomp-ed out' so to speak. Creativity is one of the main drawing cards about this album. It's really unique just as I am. I have many styles and diversities about myself and they reflect throughout the album's six music genre sections. As you listen to the entire album, it is evident that God ordained his entire project."
Pronounced Toe-Nay is Tonex's third solo album that also marks his national debut. He has performed with Andraè & Sandra Crouch, Daryl Coley, Kirk Franklin, T-Bone, Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Sheila E., Nancey Jackson, Dawkins & Dawkins, John P. Kee, Boyz II Men, Karen Clark-Sheard, and Grammy-nominee Deleon Richards.
He has had national television and print media coverage (JET, Sister 2 Sister, Billboard, Gospel Industry Today). "The ministry that God has given me is geared towards an audience previously left stranded in Christian music. With anointed lyrics and the most state-of-the-art R&B production, I intend to sabotage demonic forces causing a backfire on Satan's hold in R&B music," says Tonex. This generation is blessed to have such talent that believes in giving 110% of his gift to his music, to his fans, and most of all, to God.
Inspiration
Tonex Lyrics
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Your ideas are so fresh to me
You are my joy in the midst of pain
Happiness divine surrounds me
Lost in your love utopia, joy sublime in euphoria
Lord, I?ll do anything thing for ya
Just don't leave me
You give me a reason to love again
You give me a reason to sing again
You give me a reason to breathe again
Inspiration, inspiration, inspiration
Butterflies all around me now
You make me feel so happy
Angels flyin' around me now
Beautiful music from Heaven sets me free
Lost in your utopia, joy sublime in euphoria
Lord, I?ll do anything thing for ya
Just don't leave me
You turn my winter to spring
You give me a reason to love again
You give me a reason to sing again
You give me a reason to breathe again
Inspiration, inspiration, inspiration
You give me a reason to love again
You give me a reason to sing again
You give me a reason to breathe again
Inspiration, inspiration, inspiration
You give me a reason to love again
You give me a reason to sing again
You give me a reason to breathe again
Inspiration, inspiration, inspiration
You give me a reason to love again
You give me a reason to sing again
You give me a reason to breathe again
Inspiration, inspiration, inspiration
The lyrics to Tonex's song "Inspiration" speak to the power of finding joy and happiness through love and the divine. The opening line paints a picture of a refreshing and new feeling that comes after a storm, which the singer compares to their partner's ideas that bring a sense of freshness to their life. The person they are singing to brings them joy even in the face of pain and sorrow, and they feel surrounded by divine happiness. The chorus repeats the phrase "You give me a reason to love again," which suggests that the singer has experienced heartbreak or loss in the past but has found hope and inspiration through their love for this person.
The second verse describes a feeling of floating or being weightless, with butterflies and angels surrounding the singer. They feel set free by the beautiful music of heaven and the joys of their relationship. The final lines of the song emphasize the transformative power of this love, with the singer's winter turning to spring thanks to their partner's inspiration. Ultimately, the song is a celebration of finding inspiration and happiness through love and the divine.
Line by Line Meaning
Like the fragrance after a morning rain
Your ideas are refreshing and rejuvenating to me, just like the scent of the earth after it has been cleansed by rain.
Your ideas are so fresh to me
Your thoughts and concepts are novel and original to me, bringing a sense of newness and excitement.
You are my joy in the midst of pain
You bring happiness and fulfillment to my life, even in times of hardship and suffering.
Happiness divine surrounds me
I am enveloped in a divine and heavenly sense of happiness and positivity because of you.
Lost in your love utopia, joy sublime in euphoria
In your love and companionship, I am transported to a utopia of love and happiness and experience sublime joy and euphoria.
Lord, I’ll do anything thing for ya
I commit to doing anything and everything that I can to keep your love in my life.
Just don't leave me
I am afraid of losing your love and companionship, and I urge you to always stay with me.
Now my winter turns to spring
Your presence brings new life and vitality to me, like the changing of seasons from the cold of winter to the blooming of spring.
You give me a reason to love again
Through your love and companionship, I am able to feel love anew and appreciate it in a deeper way.
You give me a reason to sing again
Your presence inspires me to celebrate and express myself through music and song, bringing joy and creativity to my life.
You give me a reason to breathe again
With you by my side, I am able to feel a sense of purpose and vitality in my life, like I am truly living and taking in the world around me.
Inspiration, inspiration, inspiration
Your love and companionship are a constant source of inspiration for me, inspiring me to create, love, and live life to its fullest.
Butterflies all around me now
The love and companionship that you offer me gives me a sense of freedom and happiness, like I am surrounded by butterflies fluttering around me.
You make me feel so happy
Simply being with you brings me a deep sense of happiness and fulfillment, allowing me to see the world in a more positive light.
Angels flyin' around me now
In your presence, I am filled with a sense of peace and contentment, like angels are watching over me and keeping me safe.
Beautiful music from Heaven sets me free
The love and companionship that you offer me is like beautiful music that sets my soul free and fills me with a sense of love and happiness.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KENNETH LEE ASCHER, PAUL H. WILLIAMS
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