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.
Christmas Time is Here
Toni Braxton Lyrics
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Happiness and cheer
Fun for all that children call
Their favorite time of the year
Snowflakes in the air
Carols everywhere
Olden times and ancient rhymes
Sleigh bells in the air
Beauty's everywhere
Yuletide by the fireside
And joyful memories there
Christmas time is here
We'll be drawing near
Oh, that we could always see
Such spirit through the year
Christmas time is here
Happiness and cheer
Fun for all that children call
Their favorite time of the year
Sleigh bells in the air
Beauty's everywhere
Yuletide by the fireside
And joyful memories there
Christmas time is here
Baby, we'll be drawing near
Oh, that we could always see
Such spirit through the year
Oh, that we could always see
Such spirit through the year
Oh, that we could always see
Such spirit through the year
Toni Braxton's song "Christmas Time Is Here" is a quintessential Christmas song that captures the spirit of the holiday season. The lyrics express the excitement and joy that come with Christmas time, especially for children. The song's opening lines, "Christmas time is here, happiness and cheer," serve as a declaration of the joyous feeling that surrounds the holiday season. The happiness and cheer referred to in the lyrics reflect the sense of togetherness and community that characterize the holiday season.
The song's imagery evokes the traditional symbols of Christmas, with snowflakes in the air and carols everywhere. The second stanza alludes to the nostalgia we feel during the holiday season, with references to "olden times and ancient rhymes" of love and dreams shared. The third stanza continues with traditional holiday symbols, describing the sound of sleigh bells in the air and the beauty of the season. The lyrics fold in a longing for the comfort of home during the holiday season, with the reference to "Yuletide by the fireside and joyful memories there."
The final stanza ends with a wish for the spirit of Christmas to remain throughout the year. This sentiment emphasizes the idea of goodwill, love, and generosity, which is the central theme of the holiday season. The song serves as a reminder of the joy and happiness that come with the holiday season while also expressing the wish that we keep this spirit throughout the year.
Line by Line Meaning
Christmas time is here
The time of year specifically devoted to the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, along with all the traditions and festivities that accompany it, has arrived
Happiness and cheer
A general feeling of joy and positivity amongst all those celebrating the holiday season
Fun for all that children call
Children universally look forward to this time of year and all the excitement that comes with it
Their favorite time of the year
The Christmas season is the preferred time of year for many children, as it brings a great deal of fun and joy to their lives
Snowflakes in the air
The hallmark feature of winter is prevalent during the Christmas season, with snowflakes falling from the sky serving as a reminder of the season
Carols everywhere
Musical expressions of the holiday spirit can be heard everywhere one goes during the Christmas season
Olden times and ancient rhymes
The customs and traditions associated with Christmas and their origins stretch back many years to ancient times
Of love and dreams to share
The holiday season provides a time for sharing and expressing love and affection for one another, as well as dreaming of the future
Sleigh bells in the air
The sound of jingling bells is associated with the image of Santa and his sleigh, further evoking the Christmas season
Beauty's everywhere
The aesthetic of the holiday season is beautiful, with decorations, lights, and landscapes creating a sense of wonder and awe
Yuletide by the fireside
Celebrating the season of Yule, Winter Solstice or Christmas sitting beside a fire creates a cozy, intimate feeling
And joyful memories there
Memories of happy times during Christmas seasons past are also evoked, adding to the joyful atmosphere
We'll be drawing near
The singer predicts that the holiday season will soon be upon us
Oh, that we could always see
The singer expresses a wish that the goodwill and positivity of the Christmas season could be present throughout the year
Such spirit through the year
The singer wishes for a perpetual sense of joy, love, and appreciation for one another and the world around us
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing, LEE MENDELSON FILM PROD., INC., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Vince Guaraldi, Lee Maurice Mendelson
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