They released the follow up album Saturday Night in 1997. The release featured the hit single "Request Line." A remix with different lyrics and raps by Queen Latifah followed.
Given a high-profile spot on the all-star compilation Roll Wit tha Flava as their first recording opportunity, Zhané lived up to the pressure and came away with one of the hip-hop party anthems of all time, "Hey, Mr. DJ." Jean Norris and Renee Neufville initially met while both were studying music at Philadelphia's Temple University (Norris is originally from Rhode Island, Neufville from Jamaica). After meeting Naughty by Nature member Kay Gee, Zhané impressed the producer enough to go right into the studio to record for Roll Wit tha Flava. When "Hey, Mr. DJ" was released as a separate single as well, it hit number six on the pop charts and earned the group a contract with Motown in 1994. Their debut album, Pronounced Jah-Nay, produced two further Top 40 hits ("Groove Thang," "Sending My Love") and went gold by the end of the year. Zhané kept busy during 1995-1996 with spots on tracks by Busta Rhymes and De La Soul as well as new songs of their own on the NFL Jams and NBA 50th Anniversary compilations and the soundtracks to Higher Learning and A Low Down Dirty Shame -- the latter, "Shame," became their fourth Top 40 hit. Norris and Neufville returned with a new LP in 1997, co-produced by Kay Gee, Eddie F., and themselves. It peaked just outside the Top 40.
Vibe
Zhané Lyrics
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Is when you feel the vibe and your mind is open wide
I said the only time you will ever see the light
Is when you feel the vibe and your mind is open wide
Listen to the vibe
Listen to the vibe
It's gotcha open wide
Listen to the vibe
It's gotcha open wide
People won't you be so kind to lend us all your ease
You gotta join us in the fight but now or not best friend
You know you're truly sangin' when you're sangin' what is real
Open your mind and let your heart say just what it feels
Listen to the vibe
It's gotcha open wide (gotcha open wide)
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
Listen to the vibe
We always feel when life is good we're doing what we should
The vibe is right, the mood is right, and this is understood
So won't you join us in this journey to another place
The ride is free and it can be the best thing there
Listen to the vibe
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
Listen to the vibe (gotcha open wide)
Listen to the vibe
The only time you will ever see the light
Is when you feel the vibe and your mind is open wide
I said the only time you will ever see the light
Is when you feel the vibe and your mind is open wide
I said the only time you will ever see the light
Is when you feel the vibe and your mind is open wide
Come on, enjoy
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
Come on, enjoy
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
It's gotcha open wide
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
It's gotcha open wide
Listen up, listen up, listen up, listen up
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
It's so alive (listen to the vibe)
Listen up, listen up, listen up, listen up
Listen to the vibe (listen to the vibe)
It's so alive (listen to the vibe)
Listen to that vibe
The lyrics of Zhané’s song "Vibe" are all about the power of positive energy and the importance of staying open-minded. The chorus emphasizes that "the only time you will ever see the light is when you feel the vibe and your mind is open wide." This means that when you allow yourself to be receptive to good vibrations and positive thoughts, you will be able to experience beauty and light in your life. The song encourages listeners to embrace the power of the "vibe" and to let go of negativity in order to open themselves up to new experiences and sensations.
The song also touches on the idea of community and unity. The verse "People won't you be so kind to lend us all your ease / You gotta join us in the fight but now or not best friend" calls for listeners to come together and support each other during difficult times. By doing so, we are more likely to find joy and positivity in our lives. The message is clear: we are all in this together, and we must be willing to listen to each other and embrace positive energy in order to thrive.
Overall, "Vibe" is a heartwarming and uplifting song that encourages listeners to stay open-hearted and open-minded. Its catchy rhythm and memorable lyrics are a testament to the power of music to inspire and uplift.
Line by Line Meaning
The only time you will ever see the light
You can only truly understand something when you feel it deeply
Is when you feel the vibe and your mind is open wide
When you have an open mind and truly feel the energy of something, you can gain a better understanding of it
Listen to the vibe
Pay attention to the energy and feeling of the moment
It's gotcha open wide
It can expand your perspective and open your mind
People won't you be so kind to lend us all your ease
Please share your positive energy with us
You gotta join us in the fight but now or not best friend
We need everyone to come together and be a part of this positive movement
You know you're truly sangin' when you're sangin' what is real
Authenticity and honesty in your expression is what truly matters
Open your mind and let your heart say just what it feels
Don't hold back your feelings and thoughts, be true to yourself
We always feel when life is good we're doing what we should
We know when we are on the right path and making positive choices
The vibe is right, the mood is right, and this is understood
When everything feels aligned and positive, we can sense it
So won't you join us in this journey to another place
Come with us on this journey to a better, more positive space
The ride is free and it can be the best thing there
This journey doesn't need to be difficult or expensive, it can be the most rewarding experience
Come on, enjoy
Let's have fun and enjoy the positive energy
It's so alive
The energy and feeling of the moment is potent and palpable
Listen up, listen up, listen up, listen up
Pay attention, focus and be present in the moment
Listen to that vibe
Fully immerse yourself in the positive energy of the moment
Writer(s): Rod Temperton, Keir Gist Copyright: Divine Mill Music, Rodsongs
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