Synopsis
The video presents Tamia in a polished, atmospheric performance setting as she delivers a romantic ballad about the emotional impact of falling deeply for someone. Soft lighting, elegant styling, and intimate close-ups keep the focus on her expressive vocal performance, while Quincy Jones appears as the established musical presence behind the collaboration. Rather than following a detailed storyline, the clip works as a sleek showcase for Tamia's introduction to a wide audience and the song's sophisticated blend of soul, R&B, and adult contemporary textures.
Factoids & Trivia
- Released in 1995, the song was the first single from Quincy's Jook Joint and served as Tamia's introduction to the recording industry.
- The song was written by Rod Temperton, best known for writing several major hits for Michael Jackson and other artists. It had previously been recorded by British singer Mica Paris in 1993.
- Tamia's connection with Quincy Jones began after she performed at a multiple sclerosis benefit in Aspen, Colorado, where she met Brenda Richie. Richie later arranged for Tamia to sing at a party for Luther Vandross, where Jones heard her perform.
- Jones selected Tamia's recorded vocal for the album's first single. The collaboration reached No. 16 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and No. 98 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- The song earned Tamia a Grammy nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, notably before the release of her self-titled debut album in 1998.
- The music video runs approximately four minutes and was produced in color, with Quincy Jones and Tamia credited as the featured on-screen performers.