History
Their first album was released in 1988 and was titled Who?. The album went gold and had several hit singles. The first of these, "Little Walter", went to #1 on the R&B charts. While none of the singles went gold, the next three singles, "Born Not To Know", "For The Love Of You" and "Baby Doll" were all Top 10 R&B singles.
Firmly establishing themselves, the group's second album The Revival was released in 1990 and reached platinum status. The album spawned several #1 R&B hits with "It Never Rains", "Feels Good", and "Whatever You Want", all topping the R&B charts. "Feels Good" was the group's first single to breach the Top 10 of the Hot 100 and managed to go gold.
Furthering the group's success, they released their best selling album to date, Sons Of Soul, in 1993. The album went double platinum and had hit singles: "If I Had No Loot" which hit #7 on the Hot 100, "Anniversary" which reached #10 on the Hot 100, and "(Lay Your Head On My) Pillow" which reached #4 on the R&B charts.
In 1996, the group released their last album to date, House of Music. The album lacked the strong singles of earlier entries, only getting "Thinking Of You" into the top 10 on the R&B charts but the album still managed to go platinum.
Raphael Saadiq released his first solo effort, the Top 20 Billboard hit "Ask of You" from the Higher Learning soundtrack, in 1995. Around the same time, Saadiq became a much-sought-after R&B producer, scoring hits for D'Angelo, Total, The Roots and others. Later in the 2000s, he started a solo career, releasing two albums, Instant Vintage (2002) and Ray Ray (2004).
In 2003, most members of Tony! Toni! Toné! except for Saadiq were invited by Alicia Keys to guest on her album The Diary of Alicia Keys. The song that resulted from that session was called "Diary", and when it was released as a single in the fall of 2004, it gave them their first Top 10 US hit in eleven years. In 2005, Dwayne Wiggins became the band leader for the Weekends at the D.L. television show hosted by comedian D. L. Hughley, which airs on the Comedy Central cable network.
In 2006, the group reunited for the New Jack Reunion Tour, running throughout the U.S.
Boys and Girls
Tony Toni Toné Lyrics
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Boys And Girls
If that's your man
I'm not impressed
You did your best
But you failed the test
It's him you'll kiss
So here's a tip
You'll never feel no lips like this
1 - Boys and girls will all be watchin'
When I step in the room
I'll be comin' round the corner
To get one last peek-a-boo
You made your choice
You made it quick
This time next year
You might need my
Here goes my card
So call me soon
I know you will
'Cuz we just kissed in the back room
Repeat 1
Repeat 1
2 - Girl I want to be your everything
Just like a fantasy
Girl I'm not gonna be no memory
I got to be your only fantasy
Repeat 2
Repeat 1 until fade
In Tony Toni Toné's song "Boys And Girls," the lyrics convey a sense of confidence and self-assuredness from the singer. The song addresses a situation where the singer's romantic interest is with someone else, but the singer remains unimpressed. The lyrics suggest that the other person may have tried their best, but ultimately failed the test of winning the singer's affections. The singer expresses their belief that despite being with the other person, their kiss will forever miss the same level of passion and connection that the singer could provide.
The chorus emphasizes the attention the singer receives when they enter a room, as both boys and girls watch and wait for a glimpse of them. The lyrics carry a hint of playful teasing, suggesting that the attraction and allure of the singer are undeniable. Additionally, the second verse implies that the other person's choice to be with someone else was made hastily, as the singer offers their card, indicating they hope to be contacted soon to resume the deep connection they shared by sneaking a kiss in the back room.
Overall, the song's lyrics create a picture of a confident individual who knows their worth and believes that they can provide a more fulfilling and unforgettable experience than the person their romantic interest has chosen.
Line by Line Meaning
If that's your man
If that's the person you're with
I'm not impressed
I'm not impressed with him
You did your best
You tried your hardest
But you failed the test
But you didn't pass the test
It's him you'll kiss
It's him you'll kiss
But me you'll miss
But you'll miss me
So here's a tip
So here's some advice
You'll never feel no lips like this
You'll never feel lips like mine
Boys and girls will all be watchin'
Everyone will be watching
When I step in the room
When I enter the room
I'll be comin' round the corner
I'll be approaching
To get one last peek-a-boo
To catch one last glimpse
You made your choice
You made your decision
You made it quick
You made it quickly
This time next year
In the future, at this time next year
You might need my
You might need me
Here goes my card
Here's my business card
So call me soon
So call me soon
I know you will
I know you will
'Cuz we just kissed in the back room
Because we just kissed in the back room
Girl I want to be your everything
I want to be everything to you, girl
Just like a fantasy
Just like a fantasy
Girl I'm not gonna be no memory
I'm not going to be just a memory
I got to be your only fantasy
I have to be your only fantasy
Repeat 2
Repeat the second verse
Repeat 1 until fade
Repeat the first verse until fading
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KENNETH B EDMONDS, RAPHAEL SAADIQ, CHRISTOPHER A STEWART, LANEY STEWART, KENNETH BABYFACE EDMONDS, CHRISTOPHER A. STEWART, PHILLIP LANE STEWART
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BlackAmericanLesbian Professional
Wow, I forgot about this song! This was one of my favorites from this soundtrack, I was around age 12 going on 13 when this movie and cd was released. Keeping on repeat! Thank you for posting. :)
Anthea Fyffe
This was always my favorite song on this soundtrack and they used it for one of the best parts in the movie
Mr.Tailormade
This song was so dope in that scene I’ve been looking for this song for yearssss but I always thought it sounded just like Tony Toni tone’s other song “let’s get down”
Nikki K. Nuvo
it does!
Kindell
Back when soundtracks existed, and they were just as HOT as regular albums! 🔥🔥🔥
Rayvonna Miller
This song was one of my favorites! Makes me wanna get up this morning and cut a rug 💃🏾
M. Jacobs
Mannnn my childhood was funny asf 😂 miss the 90s
HM
This version isn't streamable....this is better than the greatest hits album version
DJ FreakyCree
Who still kickin this in 2019
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