The group began in the late '80s after they won a televised talent contest that later drew interest from record labels. Troop, consisting of childhood friends Steve Russell, Allen McNeil, John Harreld, Rodney Benford, and Reggie Warren, signed to Atlantic Records and released their debut single Mamacita from their self titled album in 1988. "Mamacita" reached #2 on the Billboard's R&B Charts.
After the release of their debut album, Troop released Attitude, which included songs such as Spread My Wings and All I Do is Think of You (a Jackson 5 cover), which were both #1 on the Billboard R&B charts and remained in the top 10 on the charts for several weeks. Attitude was certified platinum in 1990, afterward, Troop released their third album Deepa in 1992 from which the single Sweet November made #1 on the Billboard's R&B charts. The group followed up with two more albums A Lil' Sumpin' Sumpin' (1994) and Mayday (1998), both of which were re-released in 2005.
After releasing "Mayday" in 1998, Troop took a hiatus as individual members worked behind the scenes on various writing and producing projects, collaborations, and other business endeavors.
In 2004, Troop returned and began touring the United States and finishing up their sixth album. Since returning, Troop has headlined a number of shows and also shared the stage with artists they toured with in the past such as Boyz II Men, Brian McKnight, Keith Sweat, Silk, Mario, and Jon B..
Troop has also been showcased on The Late Show with David Letterman, Soul Train, The Arsenio Hall Show, Showtime at the Apollo, and appeared in the feature film New Jack City singing a cappella. Additionally, the group appeared on the New Jack City soundtrack with Queen Latifah and Levert, in a medley featuring cover versions of The O'Jays' For the Love of Money and Stevie Wonder's Living For The City.
In October 2006, Troop contacted the Internet Radio Station (The Mixx) and have worked together to make The Mixx the radio home of Troop. Steve Russell dubs the singing voices of several minor characters (among them doo-wop singer Little Albert and the five brothers who make up the Jackson 5 pastiche "The Campbell Connection") in the 2006 film version of the Broadway musical Dreamgirls.
You Take My Heart With You
Troop Lyrics
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It Blows My Mind
That you are so Lovely...
And a love like yours and mines
was soo hard to find.
And when you go.I get so
I just can't wait to be with you
I'm gonna make love to you
next time.
Chorus:
Where ever you go
You take... My heart with you (you take my heart)
Please don't you be late.(please don't be late)
Cause I
Wanna make love to you...
Verse II
We've been together for awhile.Lady
And i can understand why you
still want to wait...
Oh girl, don't you know
I'll be soo gentle...
When i give my love to you
You won't have to worry
about a thing...
Cause in my mind
I see your body next to me lady.
And I'm a little nervous too.yeah
But, words can't explain.
How special... it will be.
Loving you...
But, you are gone
from me...
Chorus:
Where ever you go
You take... My heart with you.
Please don't be late
Cause I
Wanna make love to you...
(Instrumental break)
(repeat chrous)
(ad-lib till fade)
Taken from the Troop CD/LP "DEEPA"
The lyrics of Troop's song "You Take My Heart With You" conveys a deep sense of love and longing for the singer's significant other. The opening line "It Blows My Mind That you are so Lovely" sets the tone for the song, showcasing how the singer is smitten by their lover's beauty. The following line "And a love like yours and mines was soo hard to find" highlights the rarity of the love they have found together. The lines that follow create an atmosphere of separation and anxiety. The singer confesses that they get worried when their partner leaves and can't wait to be with them again. They express their desire to make love to them when they meet again. The chorus "Wherever you go you take my heart with you" emphasizes how much the singer's lover means to them. They are urging their partner not to be late as they are eager to make love to them. The second verse reveals that the couple has been together for a while, and the singer assures their partner that they will be gentle when they make love to them. The singer further expresses that they see their partner in their mind's eye, which makes them a little nervous, but they are excited about the intimate prospect.
The song emits a sweet and sentimental tone with its swooning melody and soulful performance. It symbolizes the tenderness and passion that two people in love share, and is a testament to the power that love possesses. The lyrics are straightforward, and the meaning is apparent. They convey a sense of honesty and vulnerability. The song is an ode to the beauty of human emotion and is sure to resonate with everyone who has experienced the joys and sorrows of love.
Line by Line Meaning
It Blows My Mind
I am amazed by you
That you are so Lovely...
You are beautiful and amazing
And a love like yours and mines
Our love is rare and special
was soo hard to find.
It was difficult to find a love like ours.
And when you go.I get so
When you leave, I get very
worried.
worried.
I just can't wait to be with you
I am eager to be with you
I'm gonna make love to you
I want to make love to you
next time.
when we see each other again.
Where ever you go
No matter where you go
You take... My heart with you (you take my heart)
You carry my heart with you always
Please don't you be late.(please don't be late)
Please do not be late
Cause I
Because I
Wanna make love to you...
I want to express my love physically
We've been together for awhile.Lady
We have been together for a long time
And i can understand why you
I can see why you
still want to wait...
want to wait a little longer.
Oh girl, don't you know
Don't you know, my love
I'll be soo gentle...
I will be very gentle
When i give my love to you
When I express my love to you.
You won't have to worry
You will not need to worry
about a thing...
about anything.
Cause in my mind
Because in my thoughts
I see your body next to me lady.
I imagine your body next to mine, my lady.
And I'm a little nervous too.yeah
I'm also a little nervous
But, words can't explain.
But, I cannot explain in words
How special... it will be.
how special our love will be.
Loving you...
Loving you
But, you are gone
But, you are not here
from me...
with me.
Contributed by Hannah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Syreeta Redmond
I just can't get enough of this song! Jon Jon was the most slept on singer! He absolutely killed this song. It sends chills down my spine! My fav troop member
AmberThe Commander
One of the greatest R&B groups EVER!!! Thanks for posting! <3
Funky lover 1298
Who those guys in the end is that them they aged
BigPeter1086 Real Music Channel
You're welcome. <3
ReneeShauntae Pate
On all my playlist my pops put me onto this song when I was in 10th grade back in 92 such an underrated song...❤️❤️❤️
Tori Bryan
The most underrated groups be havin the most classic hits.
Felicia Davis
This jam takes me back to a time when I was doing my thang..thanks for the memories
BigPeter1086 Real Music Channel
Anytime. 😃
LeTicia
This song right here...whew. Good memories!
Dr. Tamika L. Johnson
My brother Jon Jon killed this song!!💕