“This CD is about accepting and embracing each other’s differences, and many of the songs speak to those issues,” said Chanelle. “Our message is that God will bring you to a place of acceptance and love, and there is so much power and freedom in that,” concludes Chanelle. “Throughout our career we were always trying to please everyone, we wanted people to like us and accept what we were trying to do,” added Angel. “We have gone through so much and fought so hard to get to the place where we love who we are and know that God made us who we are. We are no longer trying to conform to someone else’s idea about who we should be. We believe that is reflected in the music on our new CD.”
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Trin-i-tee 5:7 is a contemporary gospel trio from New Orleans, Louisiana. The group was inspired by R&B girl groups such as Destiny's Child and TLC. They debuted in 1998 with a self-titled album. In 1997 the New Orleans-based gospel group comprised of high school students Angel Taylor, Chanelle Hayes, and Terri Brown, was brought to the attention of gospel label GospoCentric Records by their manager Kenneth Grant. Label owner Viki Mack Lataillade pictured them crossing over to urban market as her flagship artist Kirk Franklin had four years before. "A great deal of attention was put into their imaging because there's a fine line you have to walk with female talent with relation to church and secular audiences as well," Lataillade told Billboard magazine in 1998. "Nobody wants to think a female group is not clear about who they are and what they're singing about. They had to be attractive and trendy, but a class act as well." The label named the group Trin-i-tee 5:7 based on 1 John 5:7 biblical scripture that refers to the Trinity. The group's self titled debut project was produced in 1998 by R. Kelly and Kirk Franklin. With preorders of 100,000 copies and an aggressive urban marketing campaign, the project debuted at No. 3 on the gospel charts and eventually stepped up to the top slot. It also reached the R&B Top 20 charts and was eventually certified gold. The album created two gospel radio hits in "Mary Don't You Weep" and "God's Grace." The CD would go on to spend 7 weeks at #1 on Billboard's Top Gospel Album chart, over 30 weeks in the Top on Billboard's Contemporary Christian chart, and almost 50 weeks on Billboard's Top R&B Albums chart. Terri Brown left the group in mid-1999 and was replaced before their second album, Spiritual Love, by the group's make up artist Adrian Anderson. In 2000 the group issued their second project, Spiritual Love which featured the big hits "Put Your Hands" and "My Body", which charted in the UK charts also. "Our videos and our music are really different from most of what's out in the music industry today," says Angel. "We want to convey hope and positiveness and that's really who we are. The more popular we become, the more attention will be focused on our personal lives. I think the best thing we can do is show the world what Christianity is all about through the way we live our own lives." The album featured collaborations with gospel artists such as Kirk Franklin, Tramaine Hawkins, Crystal Lewis, and Natalie Wilson (founder of the S.O.P Chorale). Unlike their first two CDs, The Kiss did not feature any production from R. Kelly, as the group had by necessity disassociated themselves from him after several controversies and scandals attached themselves to his name. By the time the group's The Kiss CD was issued in 2002, they were having issues with GospoCentric. The urban radio track "Holla" didn't get the urban radio push they felt the song merited. All their past singles at least made it to the lower reaches of the R&B charts. During that period Kenneth Grant left his post as manager, and the group sought to be released from the deal, but the company refused. Pop star Brandy's mother and manager, Sonja Norwood, took over management and brought the group to a higher level of respect by booking them on major non-gospel television shows. However, she eventually turned the management over to Beyonce's father and manager, Mathew Knowles.
Beautiful Girl
Trin-i-tee 5:7 Lyrics
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Your such a beautiful girl
Alright, that was a good
Let's keep that one, yeah
(I'm beautiful)
You're such a beautiful girl
(Ooh, yes, you are, I'm beautiful)
Skinny legs, press 'n' curl
Who is I in this world?
Trying hard to figure out
Just what this life is all about
Somebody told me
Honey, smile it's alright you're God's child
Don't let the world define who you are
Shine, baby, shine
You're such a beautiful girl
(Un, huh, like the flowers that bloom)
You're such a beautiful girl
(Un, huh, like the sun in the sky)
You're such a beautiful girl
(And like the moon in the night)
You're such a beautiful girl
They say beauty's only skin deep
But, baby, how can you see?
You gotta learn to love yourself
And you'll never never go wrong
Mothers and fathers, sisters and brothers
We've got a word for you
Take the time out to teach um well
'Cause they're watching you
(Said it's alright, honey, you're)
You're such a beautiful girl
(Un, huh, when you smile you light up the world)
You're such a beautiful girl
(Always remember you are woa)
You're such a beautiful girl
(You are such a lovely girl)
You're such a beautiful girl
You're such a beautiful girl
You are, you are, you are, you're such a beautiful girl
You are, you are, you are, bright eyes, healthy size
Cute smile and a jazzy style, yeah, yeah
You're such a beautiful girl
(Un, huh, when you smile you light up the world)
You're such a beautiful girl
(Always remember you are woa)
You're such a beautiful girl
(You are such a lovely girl)
You're such a beautiful girl
I'm beautiful, I'm beautiful
The song "Beautiful Girl" by Trin-i-tee 5:7 is an uplifting and empowering message for young women who may struggle with self-confidence and self-esteem. The lyrics speak to the insecurities that many young women face as they try to figure out who they are and what their place in the world is. The song acknowledges that society often places a great deal of emphasis on external beauty, but encourages the listener to look beyond that and focus on their inner beauty and worth.
The opening line "Say, you're such a beautiful girl" sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the artists repeat this affirmation throughout, reinforcing the message that the listener is indeed beautiful. The lyrics describe a young woman who may not fit society's narrow definition of beauty, with "skinny legs, press 'n' curl" suggesting that she may not be traditionally attractive. However, the song encourages her to embrace her own unique beauty and to not allow the world to define her worth.
The chorus emphasizes the theme of beauty beyond physical appearance, comparing the listener to things in nature such as flowers, the sun, and the moon. The song acknowledges that it can be challenging to learn to love oneself, but encourages the listener to take that journey and to remember that they are loved and valued.
Overall, "Beautiful Girl" is an uplifting and hopeful message that seeks to empower young women and encourage them to embrace their own beauty, whatever that may look like.
Line by Line Meaning
Say, your such a beautiful girl
I want to acknowledge your beauty
Your such a beautiful girl
I want to reiterate that you are beautiful
Alright, that was a good
I am satisfied with that take of the song
Let's keep that one, yeah
I want to use that take of the song in the final version
Skinny legs, press 'n' curl
My physical appearance does not define me
Who is I in this world?
I am searching for my identity and place in the world
Trying hard to figure out
I am making an effort to understand
Just what this life is all about
I am seeking to comprehend the meaning of life
Somebody told me
I received advice from someone
Honey, smile it's alright you're God's child
I was encouraged to smile and remember that I am loved by God
Don't let the world define who you are
I should not allow societal norms to dictate my identity
Shine, baby, shine
I am encouraged to radiate my inner light
They say beauty's only skin deep
Some people believe that physical attractiveness is superficial
But, baby, how can you see?
How can you truly know someone without looking beyond their appearance?
You gotta learn to love yourself
It is important to love and accept oneself
And you'll never never go wrong
This is a key to living a fulfilling life
Mothers and fathers, sisters and brothers
This message is for family members of loved ones
We've got a word for you
We want to share advice with you
Take the time out to teach um well
Make an effort to instill this important lesson
'Cause they're watching you
Young ones learn by observing their role models
You are, you are, you are, bright eyes, healthy size
You have unique qualities that make you beautiful
Cute smile and a jazzy style, yeah, yeah
Your charm and individuality are to be celebrated
I'm beautiful, I'm beautiful
I am affirming my own beauty and worth
Contributed by Jayce M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.