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.
Hero
Toni Braxton Lyrics
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You're the only one who walked the water and made it to the other side
You're the one who took away my fear of falling
Only one who see's the sign and know I'm calling
You're the one who took me by the hand, showed me how to fly
And I feel so safe that I'm up in your arms
Nothing can touch me when I'm right where you are
Just in the nick of time to save me
[Chorus]
Oh, oh, my heart never had a hero
Oh, oh
Oh, oh, my heart never had a hero
Oh, oh
When there was no one else, you saved me from myself
Almost gave up on myself till you rescued me
Oh, oh, my heart ain't never had a hero, a hero, a hero
Faster than the speed of light
You come around and kill my lonely (my lonely)
Better than the average man
You beat the odds--you're so incredible
Oh, you are
Never met someone so strong that never breaks down
Never thought that I belonged until you came around
Nothing in this world is like the feeling I get when you hold me, hold me
And I feel so safe that I'm up in your arms
Nothing can touch me when I'm right where you are
You busted through the door; you came up through the floor
Just in the nick of time to save me
[Chorus]
A hero
Heart ain't never had a hero
My heart ain't never had a hero
Just in the nick of time you saved me
When there was no one else, you saved me from myself
Almost gave up on myself till you rescued me
Oh, oh, my heart ain't never had a hero, a hero, a hero
Oh, oh, my heart ain't never had a hero, a hero, a hero
The lyrics to Toni Braxton's song "Hero" describe a person who has saved the singer from herself. The singer is expressing gratitude towards the person who has been there for her in her time of need. Despite going through difficult times, this person has "made it through the fire" and "walked the water" in order to reach the other side. The person has been a constant source of strength for the singer who has helped her face her fears and overcome her challenges. The singer feels safe and protected when she is in this person's arms and nothing can touch her when she is around them.
The song has a strong message of hope and gratitude towards those who have been there for us in our darkest moments. It reminds us that we are never alone and that there are people who care about us and will be there for us when we need them the most. The song's powerful lyrics and emotional melody make it a popular choice among listeners who have experienced similar struggles and challenges in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
You're the only one who made it through the fire, burning fire
You are the only one who was able to overcome the difficult situations I faced
You're the only one who walked the water and made it to the other side
You are the only one who went through tough times and came out successful
You're the one who took away my fear of falling
You helped me overcome my fear of failure
Only one who see's the sign and know I'm calling
You are the only one who understands when I need help
You're the one who took me by the hand, showed me how to fly
You helped me discover my potential and guided me to success
And I feel so safe that I'm up in your arms
I feel secure when I am with you
Nothing can touch me when I'm right where you are
I feel protected when I am close to you
You busted through the door; you came up through the floor
You came to my rescue when I needed you the most
Oh, oh, my heart never had a hero
You are the first person to truly save me, and I am grateful
When there was no one else, you saved me from myself
When I was lost and didn't know who to turn to, you saved me by showing me my worth
Almost gave up on myself till you rescued me
I was about to lose hope in myself until you showed me the way
Faster than the speed of light
You came to my aid quickly, without hesitation
You come around and kill my lonely (my lonely)
You help me overcome feelings of loneliness
Better than the average man
You are unlike any other person I have met and surpass all expectations
You beat the odds--you're so incredible
Despite challenges or obstacles, you managed to succeed and are truly amazing
Never met someone so strong that never breaks down
I have never met someone as resilient and strong as you who never gives up
Never thought that I belonged until you came around
I did not feel like I fit in with others until you showed me acceptance and love
Nothing in this world is like the feeling I get when you hold me, hold me
Being close to you gives me a feeling of warmth and comfort unlike anything else
A hero
You are a true hero to me
My heart ain't never had a hero
You are the first person to truly save me, and my heart has never had someone like you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: HARVEY JAY MASON, JANE VAUGHAN, JULIE MORRISON, DAMON E. THOMAS, CATHERINE LYDIA OGDEN
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