She has won 7 Grammy Awards. The RIAA named Braxton as one of the top selling R&B artists of all time.
She first burst onto the scene in 1992 on the Boomerang soundtrack, after Anita Baker turned down the opportunity. In 1993 Toni released her self-titled debut album, which stayed at the top of the charts for a year and was a critically acclaimed album.
Toni released her sophomore effort, Secrets in 1996 which also did very well on both R&B and Pop charts. From that album Toni got two #1 hits; "You're Making Me High "and "Unbreak My Heart", which spent 14 consecutive weeks at #1 on the Billboard top 100, and was a worldwide hit. After 5 Grammy awards and a little break, Toni Braxton came back strong with her 2000 album The Heat. Though not as successful as her first two albums, The Heat went on to sell 4 million copies and spawned the huge hits "He Wasn't Man Enough"and "Just Be A Man About It".
Toni has released two further albums, 2002's More Than a Woman and 2005's Libra. Toni's sixth studio album Pulse was released in May 2010 via Atlantic Records. The singles "Yesterday" and "Hands Tied" were the biggest hits. Subsequent singles to be released from "Pulse" include "Make My Heart" and "Woman."
In January 2011, the WE Television Network confirmed that it had signed Toni and the rest of the Braxton family for a reality series, Braxton Family Values, which will be marketed as one of the network's flagship shows. The series debuted April 12, 2011, and looks at the relationship between Toni, her mother, and her four sisters; Trina, Tamar, Traci and Towanda — all aspiring singers themselves — along with the interpersonal relationships of each family member. The show also looked at Braxton's heavily publicized separation from estranged husband, singer Keri Lewis. Toni parted ways with her long time manager Vincent Herbert (who was also the husband of sister Tamar Braxton at the time), and signed a new management deal with Los Angeles-based entertainment/production company 'The Collective'.
In 2014, Toni released a collaborative album with Babyface entitled Love, Marriage & Divorce; primarily inspired by their individual divorces (Toni with Keri, and Babyface with Tracey Edmonds). The album was supported by the singles "Hurt You", "Where Did We Go Wrong" and "Roller Coaster"; and won Best R&B Album in the 57th Annual Grammy Awards (2015).
Toni's long-awaited eighth album Sex & Cigarettes was released on Def Jam in March 2018, which was supported by the singles "Deadwood", "Long as I Live" and "FOH". The album also featured a sole guest appearance from singer Colbie Caillat, and was nominated for three Grammy Awards, including Best R&B Album in the 61st awards ceremony (2019).
Signing to Island Records in 2020, Toni released her ninth album Spell My Name in August 2020, featuring collaborations with H.E.R. & Missy Elliott. The album was released to positive reception, but was her lowest-charting album yet, peaking at #163 on the Billboard 200.
Candlelight
Toni Braxton Lyrics
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At night
And it never feels right
I toss and turn
Each night
Till the morning light
But just the thought of you
Sends chills up and down my spine
Makes everything all right
Candlelight
It makes it special
Me and you
On a rare occasion
Candlelight a special night
Seeing you is a sweet sensation
Candlelight
Memories of you
Your arm baby,
Squeezing me close to your heart
Shadows in the dark
Baby
Of you kissing ever part
And knowing we can share it all
And still be
Still be free
For each and every magic moment
Will last for eternity
Candlelight
It makes it special
Me and you
On a rare occasion
Candlelight a special night
Seeing you is a sweet sensation
Candlelight
And my love for you
Will never fade away
I'll save a special spot
For you baby always
Don't you know my heart
Has made for you
A special place
Don't you know
Call on me
When you want me
When you want me
I'm here for you
Candlelight
It makes it special
Me and you
On a rare occasion
Candlelight a special night
Seeing you is a sweet sensation
Candlelight
The lyrics to Toni Braxton's song "Candlelight" describe the longing and anticipation that comes with being separated from a loved one. The first verse paints a picture of the singer's sleepless nights spent missing their significant other. Despite the loneliness she feels, the mere thought of their reunion gives her comfort and hope. The chorus emphasizes the importance of being together and how the soft, warm light of a candle can make even an ordinary night feel special.
The second verse reflects on past memories of being with the person she loves. The imagery of being held close and kissed all over creates a sense of intimacy and passion. The singer expresses her desire to hold onto these beautiful moments and how they will always be a part of her. The bridge reiterates the depth of the singer's love and how it will never fade away.
Overall, "Candlelight" is a love song that speaks to the power of being with the one you love. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and desire while also emphasizing the beauty and importance of shared experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Lonely in bed
Feeling alone and isolated while lying in bed
At night
During the nighttime hours
And it never feels right
The feeling of discomfort never goes away
I toss and turn
Constantly moving my body in bed
Each night
Every evening
Till the morning light
Until the sun rises and daylight appears
But just the thought of you
The mere idea of your presence
Sends chills up and down my spine
Produces a shivering sensation throughout my body
Just knowing you'll be here real soon
The fact that you will arrive soon
Makes everything all right
Provides comfort and reassurance
Candlelight
The light given by a candle
It makes it special
It creates an extraordinary moment
Me and you
Referring to the singer and the person she is addressing in the song
On a rare occasion
An infrequent and unusual event
Candlelight a special night
The light of a candle provides a unique and exceptional evening
Seeing you is a sweet sensation
The feeling of seeing and being with you is delightful
Memories of you
Remembrances of past experiences with the person addressed in the song
Your arm baby,
The physical embrace of the person being addressed in the song
Squeezing me close to your heart
Holding me tight and with affection
Shadows in the dark
The absence of light produces a gloomy atmosphere
Baby
A term of endearment used by the singer
Of you kissing ever part
Recalling the sensation of being kissed all over by the person they love
And knowing we can share it all
The knowledge that everything can be shared between two people
And still be
Despite sharing everything, both individuals can remain independent
Still be free
Neither person is restrained or held back by the relationship
For each and every magic moment
Every special time spent together
Will last for eternity
Those moments will endure forever
And my love for you
The singer's deep feelings of affection towards the person addressed in the song
Will never fade away
The love will never diminish or disappear
I'll save a special spot
Reserving a unique place or moment for that person
For you baby always
That person will always have a special place in the singer's heart
Don't you know my heart
The singer's emotional depth is expressed in this line
Has made for you
A personalized, special connection exists between these two individuals
A special place
A unique and meaningful spot just for that person
Don't you know
The singer is imploring the other person to understand
Call on me
The singer is available to help or be there for that person
When you want me
At any time, that person can reach out for the singer's support
I'm here for you
The singer is always there for that person, emotionally and mentally
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN (KULLU SHAY) BARNES, GAYLOR S. PKA GAYLOR D DUNN
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