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.
S'posed to Be
Toni Braxton Lyrics
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And worry about him when he's gone
'Cause even when he's not at home
He's right where he said he'd be
I never go to bed frustrated
And I never ever, ever have to fake it
'Cause when it comes to our lovemaking
He always aims to please
Say mmm mmm mmm
What he's serving it tastes so good to me
Say mmm mmm mmm
He ain't perfect, but he does it for me
My man's tailor made for me
He comes in just my size
And every time I put him on
I swear he fits just right
[Chorus]
Baby, that's how its s'posed to be
I'm right for him and he's down for me
There ain't no other lady
Who'll be sexin' my baby but me?
Baby, that's how it's s'posed to be
He knows where every single spot is
And everyone hears that drop
When he want to get it off
No problem; he knows it's all of me
He ain't about the games and front, no
Staking on his name means something
Ain't gon' let him go for nothing
We gon' make history
Say mmm mmm mmm
What he's serving it tastes so good to me
Say mmm mmm mmm
He ain't perfect, but he does it for me
My man's tailor made for me
He comes in just my size
And every time I put him on
I swear he fits just right
[Chorus]
And I know sometimes we fight
You go your way, I go mine
Still it's you I adore
And I put this on my life
As long as I'm alive
Boy, it's you I live for
[Chorus]
Say mmm mmm mmm
What he's serving it tastes so good to me
Say mmm mmm mmm
He ain't perfect, but he does it for me
My man's tailor made for me
He comes in just my size
And every time I put him on
I swear he fits just right
We can
Oh no, forget it
I'm his--that's automatic
His love--I gotta have it
And that's how it's s'posed to be
We can
Oh no, forget it
I'm his--that's automatic
His love--I gotta have it
And that's how it's s'posed to be
The lyrics of Toni Braxton's "S'posed to Be" are about a woman who has found a man who is everything she could ask for in a partner. She trusts him completely, knows he is faithful, and they have a great sex life. The lyrics suggest that their connection is perfect and they are tailor-made for each other. The song is about celebrating a healthy relationship where both parties are happy and satisfied with each other. The singer acknowledges that relationships aren't always perfect, but despite the occasional fight, they still love and adore each other, and she couldn't see herself with anyone else.
The lyrics of "S'posed to Be" express the joy of being in a healthy and happy relationship. The song suggests that love and trust are essential ingredients for a strong partnership. The song is a celebration of a mutually satisfying relationship and the idea that everyone deserves to find someone who brings them joy and fulfills them. Overall, the lyrics of "S'posed to Be" are about the joy of finding someone who is perfect for you and how it makes life feel complete.
Line by Line Meaning
I never had to check his phone
I trust my partner and have no reason to doubt his faithfulness
And worry about him when he's gone
I have confidence in my partner's commitment to our relationship, even when we are apart
'Cause even when he's not at home
My partner is reliable and keeps his promises, even when he is away from home
He's right where he said he'd be
My partner is truthful and honest with me about his whereabouts
I never go to bed frustrated
My partner and I communicate effectively and work through any issues or problems in our relationship
And I never ever, ever have to fake it
My partner listens to my needs and desires and strives to satisfy me in every way possible
'Cause when it comes to our lovemaking
My partner is attentive and passionate in our physical intimacy
He always aims to please
My partner prioritizes my pleasure and satisfaction in our physical relationship
My man's tailor made for me
My partner complements me perfectly and our relationship feels tailor-made for us
He comes in just my size
My partner is perfectly suited to me and our relationship fits us both perfectly
And every time I put him on
Every moment we spend together feels comfortable and natural
I swear he fits just right
We are meant to be together and everything feels aligned in our relationship
He knows where every single spot is
My partner is attentive and intuitive to my physical needs and desires
And everyone hears that drop
Our physical connection is passionate and intense in a way that is noticeable to those around us
When he want to get it off
My partner is confident and skilled in initiating intimacy with me
No problem; he knows it's all of me
We are comfortable and trusting with each other in every aspect of our relationship
He ain't about the games and front, no
My partner is genuine and authentic, without playing mind games or showing off
Staking on his name means something
My partner has a reputation for being dependable and trustworthy, and I believe in him completely
Ain't gon' let him go for nothing
Our love is strong and enduring, and I am committed to staying with my partner no matter what
We gon' make history
Our love is special and unique, and we will leave a lasting impact on each other and on the world
And I know sometimes we fight
We are not perfect and sometimes we have disagreements, but we are committed to working through them
You go your way, I go mine
We respect each other's individuality and independence in our relationship
Still it's you I adore
Despite any challenges we may face, I love and cherish my partner above all else
And I put this on my life
I am willing to make a solemn oath or pledge that I am devoted to my partner and our relationship
As long as I'm alive
My commitment to my partner is lifelong and enduring
Boy, it's you I live for
My partner is the most important person in my life and is the reason I keep going
I'm his--that's automatic
Our love is natural and unbreakable, and we are devoted to each other fully
His love--I gotta have it
I am deeply in love with my partner and cannot imagine my life without him
And that's how it's s'posed to be
Our love is everything it should be: genuine, passionate, and lasting
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ANTONIO LAMAR DIXON, DAMON E. THOMAS, HARVEY JAY MASON, KERI LYNN HILSON, PATRICK MICHAEL SMITH
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