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.
Unspoken
Tonex Lyrics
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In the face of curiosity
The wise intentions rise above
A long, distorted path ahead of me
The mellowed mind attracts the dove
[Verse 1: APSTRAKT]
Tu eres la luna de mi cielo
Y se que mis mentiras causan fuegos
Lo siento
Pero hasta que te bese yo no duermo
Te espero
Eres mi veneno parce que vachement je t'aime trop
Je pense a toi chaque nuit quand je me trouve seul dans ton lit, non
Mon coeur se coupe en deux
Quand je pense a t'es oeuilles bleu
Je fait sinon penser a toi et moi sur le toit de
I remember on the first day that we me met
Now it's two years later
You're the better of the set
And usually things never go our way
All these fucking circumstances never go away
And even though we tend to yell and scratch and fight a lot
It's only 'cuz I love you and i'm never gonna stop
'Cuz i'm not
And I like to live my life with no regrets except I wish we'd met earlier you really are the best
Thing that's ever happened to me in my life
Ma princesse, pleure pas
Even though you're gone I know i'll meet you at the top
Tu me manque, ma cherie
Tu me manque, t'a peau blanc
Je peu pas te dire trop que je t'aime
Tu me manque
[Chorus 2: Jeff P.]
Wooooah- oh
Goodbye to those
Standing far beneath the sun
Another dream surpass the eyes of most
Blissful colors overrun
[Verse 2: APSTRAKT]
Tu eres la mujer de mis suenos
Sin ti mi corazon se convierte en un pedazo de hierro
Y se que mis mentiras causan fuegos
Lo siento
Pero hasta que te bese yo no duermo
Te quiero
Estoy enamorado de tu alma, tu pelo
Je comprende pas comment t'es aussi belle- oh
Yo sueno
De ti todos mis dias y mis noches
Me estoy volviendo loco solo quiero que me toquen
Unspoken
Words aren't even necessary
I look into your eyes and I see all you have to tell me
Je connais tous ton coeur meilleur que la mienne
Mais chaque fois que on fait l'amour c'est comme la premier fois again
T'es ma reine
Tambourines play as the night turns the mood
And the stars come out on a hill at Frenchwoods
And I know i've made mistakes and I know that i've been wrong
But i'm still deeply in love so I wrote you this song
[Chorus 3: Jeff P.]
Lady-ady-ay-day-day-day-day
You're my- You're my-ay-ay
Lady-ady-ay-day-day-day-day
(Repeat x10)
The song Unspoken by Tonex, featuring vocals from Jeff P. and APSTRAKT, is a beautiful blend of different languages and themes of love and regret. The chorus, sung by Jeff P., speaks of rising above curiosity and following wise intentions. The mellowed mind attracts the dove, representing peace and calmness amidst life's chaos.
APSTRAKT's verses are in Spanish, French, and English, reflecting the multicultural nature of the song. In his verses, he talks about his love for his partner and how she is the best thing that has ever happened to him. However, he also acknowledges his mistakes and regrets and wishes he had met her earlier in his life. He talks about their fights and argues that it is only because of how much he loves her and how he will never stop loving her.
The song's overall theme seems to be about love, with its highs and lows, and the hope that love will endure through all the difficulties. The mixing of different languages and cultures adds to the song's beauty and reflects the universality of emotions like love and regret.
Line by Line Meaning
In the face of curiosity
Despite the unknown, uncertain and curious circumstances that lie ahead
The wise intentions rise above
The smart and clever choices that are made in response to those circumstances can overcome them
A long, distorted path ahead of me
There is a lengthy and twisted journey ahead, with many challenges and obstacles to overcome
The mellowed mind attracts the dove
A relaxed and calm demeanor can attract peace, harmony and reconciliation
Goodbye to those
Farewell to the people who are left behind
Standing far beneath the sun
Who remain stuck in mediocrity or negativity, far removed from a brighter and optimistic future
Another dream surpass the eyes of most
Another goal or aspiration which seems unattainable to many
Blissful colors overrun
The overwhelming joy, happiness and positivity that come with success and triumph
Words aren't even necessary
There are some things that cannot be expressed through language alone
I look into your eyes and I see all you have to tell me
A deep connection and understanding between two people, where no words are needed to communicate
But i'm still deeply in love so I wrote you this song
Despite the mistakes and wrongs, the singer is still very much in love with their partner and expresses it through their music
Contributed by Nathaniel R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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