1. Vanessa L. Williams - American singer and actress.
2. Vanessa R. Williams - American gospel music singer.
1. Vanessa Lynn Williams (born 18 March 1963 - Tarrytown, New York, U.S.) is an American R&B/pop/theatrical singer and actress. In 1983, Williams made history when she became the first woman of known African descent to be crowned Miss America. Her regime as Miss America came to an early and abrupt end when she resigned her title under pressure when Penthouse published nude pictures of her that Hugh Heffner, publisher of Playboy, said he turned down because "they clearly weren't authorized" and that publication of surprise nude pictures without her consent "would be the source of considerable embarrassment to her."
However, she has since gone on to a successful entertainment career. Williams secured a record deal, and released her debut album, The Right Stuff. The first single, Dreamin', was a chart success, and the album reached gold status and earned her three Grammy Award nominations, including one for Best New Artist.
In addition to "Dreamin'", her most notable chart successes have included the songs Running Back To You, Love Is, The Sweetest Days, Colors of the Wind, The Comfort Zone, Just For Tonight, and Oh How The Years Go By. Her biggest hit to date is Save the Best For Last, which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for five weeks from March 21 to April 18, 1992. In total, Williams has sold six million records and received fifteen Grammy Award nominations.
In 2005, Williams released her eighth studio album, Everlasting Love, a collection of covers of her favorite 1970s songs.
Vanessa made her comeback in 2006 in the US hit series Ugly Betty in the role of Wilemina Slater. She also made a cameo appearance as a sports journalist in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, where she gave birth, the baby being delivered by Will Smith.
She's also been seen in a few episodes of Desperate Housewives Season 7; she then joined the cast and remained a series regular until the show ended in 2012.
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2. Vanessa R. Williams, who records as just Vanessa Williams (born November 28, 1960 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana) is an American gospel music singer.
After working as a public school art teacher for many years, she signed with Light Records and Bajada Records. Her debut album Vanessa was released in 2002 and made the top ten of Billboard magazine's gospel albums chart. Her follow-up album Here I Go Again! was released in 2004.
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The Comfort Zone
Vanessa Williams Lyrics
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when there's a need to be loved
oh I'll let you know
just what to do and where to go
hey hey welcome to the comfort zone
when you need to be loved like you need to be loved
welcome to the comfort zone
after a hard day's work
there's one thing to be certain of
this ol' familiar love
it's unusual to find that it's sensual
it's all you need to let go
there's no need to try
or compromise
or settle for another outside of my love
the thing to do
when you get through
heed the message seek the comfort of my zone
hey welcome to the comfort zone
when you need to be loved like you need to be loved
welcome to the comfort zone
do whatever fells right and turns you on
hey let me make you comfortable
let me take control
and give your mind a break from the day you made
let's turn the lights down low
and oh the rest you know
I'll be here for you
'cause you just stepped into the comfort zone
The lyrics to Vanessa Williams' song "Comfort Zone" are about finding solace and love in a particular person, who provides a sense of peace and contentment to the singer. The song speaks to the need for a safe space where you can let go of all worries and concerns and be loved unconditionally. Vanessa Williams addresses the listener directly, stating that she knows what to do and where to go to experience the sense of belonging that we all crave. She offers her "comfort zone" as a place to escape from the harshness of the world and to find the love and support we all need.
The song is a call to arms for anyone seeking a sense of belonging, and the need to find comfort and security in the world around them. In the second verse, Williams emphasizes the importance of feeling sensual and connected to her love, as well as the need to let go and give in to the emotions surrounding them. It is a song about letting go of fear and embracing love, and finding a place where you can be your authentic self and be accepted for who you are. Overall, "Comfort Zone" is a song about finding love and security in uncertain times and finding solace in the embrace of another person.
Line by Line Meaning
Where do you go
When you're feeling unloved, uncertain, or insecure, what do you do?
when there's a need to be loved
In times when you're feeling the need to be loved and nurtured?
oh I'll let you know
I'll tell you where to go and what to do,
just what to do and where to go
So you can find comfort and love amidst your struggles and worries.
hey hey welcome to the comfort zone
Welcome to the place where you can be yourself .
when you need to be loved like you need to be loved
When you're in need of love, the comfort zone is where you need to be.
do whatever fells right and turns you on
Do what you need to do to feel good and happy.
after a hard day's work
At the end of the day
there's one thing to be certain of
One thing is sure
this ol' familiar love
It's the love that is always there; the love you can always rely on.
it's unusual to find that it's sensual
It's quite unusual to discover that it's a sensual type of love.
it's all you need to let go
It's all you need to relax and release your worries.
there's no need to try or compromise
No need to force it or make it happen.
or settle for another outside of my love
No need to look elsewhere for love, as my love is all-encompassing.
the thing to do
What one should do?
when you get through
When you're done with everything else?
heed the message seek the comfort of my zone
Listen to the message and come find comfort in my love.
hey let me make you comfortable
I'll make sure you feel at ease.
let me take control
I'll take charge of the situation.
and give your mind a break from the day you made
Relax and let go of the stress from the day.
let's turn the lights down low
Let's create a relaxing and intimate setting.
and oh the rest you know
And the rest of what happens will be pure bliss.
I'll be here for you
I'll always be there for you when you need comfort.
'cause you just stepped into the comfort zone
Because you've entered the place where love and comfort reign supreme.
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JikkySef
I still find myself singing this song to this day. 💖
Arnel Evans
I do too
Neisha J
One of the coldest Vanessa Williams song's EVER! A true legend and diva!
MIKO ..
This is my favorite of her songs. I will always respect her for taking loss into pure victory.
Vanessa williams
Thanks for all the love and support. Seriously blown away by the love from all of you, Dedicated fans like you are the reason I've attained this height of my career ,you are highly appreciated
I hope you are trying your best to stay safe in this harsh time, together we will defeat COVID-19
Once again i appreciate your support
Marianne Collier
Hahahaha!!!!! I. K. T. R !!!!!!!!!😅❤
Marianne Collier
@Vanessa williamsLove you so much! You are truly a beautiful person, inside & out! This album has always been my favorite....so many great memories at an awkward time of my life! Thank you, Sweetheart, for staying true to yourself!!!!!😊❤
Bryan Edney
Love Vanessa...she has the most "Kiss My A** Story". She's the only former Miss America anyone remembers. She was topping the charts while the MAO and its contestants who threw her under the bus looked on from the sidelines. As she said in an interview with Entertainment Weekly Magazine, "Success is the best revenge"
Joseph. R
Principals are forward trajectories...
Trina Saisi
Success IS the BEST revenge