After signing to Dr. Dre's Aftermath Entertainment label, Truth Hurts first appeared on Busta Rhymes' 2001 hit single "Break Ya Neck" as a background vocalist. For her first solo LP Truthfully Speaking, issued on Aftermath in 2002, she enlisted the production talents of Dr. Dre, Timbaland, Hi-Tek, and DJ Quik. Her debut single, "Addictive," was a Top 10 hit in the United States, and featured a verse from hip hop artist, Rakim.
The song, produced by DJ Quik, utilized an uncleared sample of "Thoda Resham Lagta Hai" by Hindi artist Lata Mangeshkar. The copyright holders sued Aftermath and parent company Interscope Records for $500 million dollars, and issued an injunction against further sales or performances of the record. A judge later ruled that the album was not to be sold with out being stickered with proper credits for Mangeshkar.
In summer of 2002, Truth Hurts secured a high profile spot on the Smokin' Grooves tour with Lauryn Hill, Outkast, Cee-Lo, The Roots, Jurassic 5, and Erykah Badu.[3] However, following the buzz on "Addictive", Truth Hurts became relatively obscure, only contributing guest vocals to "The Watcher 2" on Jay-Z's Blueprint 2 album and "What" on Eve's Eve-Olution. To date, she remains as a one-hit wonder in both America and the UK. "Addictive" was followed up by a song called "The Truth" featuring R. Kelly on the chorus. The song underpeformed on American radio and video outlets. This was likely due in part to the firestorm of negative press Kelly received over sex crime allegations that hit media outlets shortly before the single's release.
Truth Hurts returned in 2004 with her second album, Ready Now, on Raphael Saadiq's independent Pookie Entertainment label. Its first single, "Ready Now", was released in the summer of 2004 without much fanfare, but being critically acclaimed due to its high quality, mainly because of the work of legendary Raphael Saadiq, who executively produced the album and produced most of the songs in it. Some sources state that a Georgia based record company is looking for Truth Hurts for a possible spot on a movie soundtrack. Dream Leader Ent CEO Carlton Richard has stated that he has been a long time fan of hers and would like to know if she would be interested in being on the soundtrack. No word yet on if and when this project will be available.
ALBUMS
Truthfully Speaking
* Released: June 25, 2002
* Chart Positions: #5 Billboard [5]
* Singles: Addictive, The Truth
Ready Now
* Released: June 01, 2004
* Chart Positions: #173 Billboard [6]
* Singles: Ready Now
SINGLES
* 2002: "Addictive" (featuring Rakim) (U.S. #9, R&B #2)
* 2002: "The Truth" (featuring R. Kelly) (R&B #47)
* 2002: "I'm Not Really Lookin' (featuring DJ Quik)
* 2004: "Ready Now"
Ready Now
Truth Hurts Lyrics
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I think I'm ready, ready for love
I know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
You know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
You know what to do
I been holdin' on so damn long
But now I'm quittin' the game
See, I was thinkin' that I could be wifey
If I made you wait
Unless you know every woman
Has piece and mine are overdue
I'm open if you wanna
Get all up inside of truth
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
I know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
You know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
I know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
You know what to do
You make me so [Incomprehensible] with you
Can't believe that you teachin' me things
That I thought I already knew
Don't think I ever wanted somethin' so bad
I'm willin' to just blow the time
Oh, I wanted to call someone my own like this
Tell them other niggas in line
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
I know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
You know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
I know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
You know what to do
Throw me on the counter by the kitchen door
Let's do acrobatics, make my body soar
Make the neighbors jealous and I'll make you scream
My legs around your pelvis, ain't got no other things
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
I know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
You know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
I know what to do
I think I'm ready now
I think I'm ready, ready for love
You know what to do
Ooh, by the candlelight
Ooh, you know what I like
The lyrics of Truth Hurts' song "Ready Now" symbolize a moment of self-discovery, self-awareness, and confidence, culminating in a readiness to undertake a romantic relationship. A woman who has been single and independent for a while and held back from committing to a relationship is now ready for love. The singer declares that she knows what to do and she wants her partner to be equally invested in the relationship.
The lyrics explore how the struggle to commit to a relationship and the fear of being hurt by love can be overcome when the right person comes along. Truth Hurts makes it clear that she wants to engage in a sexual relationship with her partner, with a sense of urgency and passion. She wants to be taught new things and try out new experiences. The lyrics emphasize the readiness to break free and let love in and explore life with a newfound partner.
In conclusion, "Ready Now" is a song that speaks to anyone who has ever struggled with commitment issues and feared being hurt in a relationship. It's about embracing vulnerability, letting go of the past, and moving forward with a newfound sense of excitement and anticipation for what the future holds. In essence, the song is an anthem for women who are ready to take control of their love lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I think I'm ready now
The singer believes they are ready for a romantic relationship.
I think I'm ready, ready for love
The singer is saying they are emotionally prepared to give and receive love.
I know what to do
The singer is confident in their ability to navigate a relationship.
You know what to do
The artist believes their potential partner also knows what is required in a relationship.
I been holdin' on so damn long
The artist has been single for an extended period and is now seeking a romantic connection.
But now I'm quittin' the game
The singer has grown tired of dating and is ready to settle down.
See, I was thinkin' that I could be wifey
The singer desires a long-term, committed relationship.
If I made you wait
The artist is willing to wait for the right person to come along.
Unless you know every woman
The artist acknowledges that every woman is different.
Has piece and mine are overdue
The artist feels ready for a romantic relationship and considers themselves overdue for one.
I'm open if you wanna
The singer is open to exploring a romantic relationship with their potential partner.
Get all up inside of truth
The artist is willing to be honest and genuine in their relationship.
You make me so [Incomprehensible] with you
The singer is highly attracted to their potential partner.
Can't believe that you teachin' me things
The singer is learning new things about themselves and relationships from their potential partner.
That I thought I already knew
The singer is surprised by the things they are learning from their potential partner.
Don't think I ever wanted somethin' so bad
The artist feels a strong desire for a romantic relationship.
I'm willin' to just blow the time
The artist is willing to spend time getting to know their potential partner in order to build a strong relationship.
Oh, I wanted to call someone my own like this
The singer desires a committed relationship with a partner who is exclusively theirs.
Tell them other niggas in line
The singer wants everyone else to know that they are taken by their potential partner.
Throw me on the counter by the kitchen door
The artist is expressing a desire for passion and intimacy with their potential partner.
Let's do acrobatics, make my body soar
The artist desires physical intimacy and a sense of excitement in their romantic relationship.
Make the neighbors jealous and I'll make you scream
The artist wants to enjoy the passion and excitement of their relationship to the fullest, even if it may be heard by others.
My legs around your pelvis, ain't got no other things
The singer is fully committed to their potential partner and is not interested in pursuing relationships with others.
Ooh, by the candlelight
The artist is setting a romantic scene and creating intimacy with their potential partner.
Ooh, you know what I like
The singer is openly communicating their desires and wants in the relationship to their potential partner.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: TAURA STINSON, ALONZO JACKSON, SHARI WATSON, MICHAEL WOOTEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mane Stage
I need this on Apple NOW!
Soufien Khalfaoui
Raphael Saadiq did the perfect thing matching a heavy 808, synthetic stuff and soulful piano, bass, ambient effects and so on.
Melanin Goddess
And Fatima with the sexy as choreography 🔥
Frederick Kemp
TILL THIS DAY!!! This thang is still BUMPIN!!!
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I love how this is older, but her style still holds up to today's standards. She looks so beautiful and glowing.
TheTiffanyTarae
Man she was HIGHLY underrated. I miss truth man....
Terelon
Matt is fame hungry.
Terelon
I agree.
BIIIIIGMAN
This song didnt get the recognition it deserved
Kay Renee’
Forever a classic!!! Can’t even find this on Apple Music