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.
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Tonex Lyrics
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That's the way seasons come and go
Just like the autumn leaves fall
That's just the story of us all
Seasons, seasons, seasons, seasons
Seasons, they come and they go
Heaven may pass away but your word will never change
There will be times when you
Don't have a confidant in view
Just hold your head up high
For your redemption draweth nigh
Seasons, seasons, seasons, seasons
Seasons, they come and they go
You just stand your ground when life deals you a bad blow
Seasons, seasons, seasons, seasons
Seasons, they come and they go
All of my appointed times I'm gonna wait until my change comes
The lyrics to Tonex's song Seasons speak about the temporality and persistency of different seasons in life. The first verse compares seasons to the cycle of life, much like how winter snows come and go, so do the different phases and seasons in our lives. The second verse talks about the difficult times one might face in life, where there might not be someone to confide in, but the lyrics advise to hold one's head high and to remember that redemption will come. The chorus repeats that seasons come and go, but the word of God remains constant and unchanging, and advises to keep standing strong through life's obstacles until one's time for change comes.
The song can be interpreted in different ways; one could see it as an encouraging reminder to have faith in the midst of life's ups and downs, or as a commentary about the earth's natural cycles and how it can be seen as a metaphor for human existence. Overall, the lyrics are thoughtful and inspiring, and can be interpreted in different ways depending on one's personal beliefs and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Just like winter snows
Seasons pass just like how the winter snow melts away
That's the way seasons come and go
Seasons follow a natural pattern of coming and going
Just like the autumn leaves fall
The falling of autumn leaves is just another example of the pattern of seasons
That's just the story of us all
Like seasons, people also have their own life cycles when they come and go
Seasons, seasons, seasons, seasons
Repetition of the word 'seasons' highlights the cyclical and repetitive nature of seasons
Seasons, they come and they go
Reiterating the fact that seasons are temporary
Heaven may pass away but your word will never change
The constancy of God's word is being brought to attention, stating that it will always remain unchanged despite everything else constantly changing
There will be times when you
Acknowledging that life has its ups and downs
Don't have a confidant in view
Sometimes, there may not be someone to confide in during these tough times
Just hold your head up high
Encouragement to stay positive despite everything
For your redemption draweth nigh
An optimistic message that redemption is around the corner
You just stand your ground when life deals you a bad blow
Life can be tough, but one should remain steadfast
All of my appointed times I'm gonna wait until my change comes
Patience is key and good things come to those who wait
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDREW WILLIAMS, JEREMY CHARLES GREGORY, SHELLY PEIKEN
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