Carl Thomas was (born June 15, 1972 in Aurora, Illinois, United States) is an African-American R&B singer. He attended Aurora East High School. Although Thomas was originally part of "The Formula" (Epic Records) who released a song, "Pass it Over." He is best known as an artist on Sean "P. Diddy" Combs' Bad Boy Entertainment record label. Among his most popular hits are "I Wish" and "Emotional," both from his 1999 debut LP, Emotional. His latest effort Let's Talk About It (2004) includes songs "She Is" (feat.LL Cool J) co-written by Edwin "Lil' Eddie" Serrano & Adonis and produced by Mario Winans, "Make It Alright" produced by Mike City, and "Rebound" which was produced and written by singer songwriter Eric Roberson. He is featured on Amerie's album "Touch" (2005). He was originally going to be featured on fellow Chicago-native rapper Rhymefest debut album Blue Collar on the song LSD (Lake Shore Drive), but the song was not included in the album. He has left Bad Boy and now signed to Umbrella Records. On the 2006 Tupac album Pac's Life, he was featured beside Tupac, Hussein Fatal and Papoose on the track Dumpin'.
After releasing the follow-up Lets Talk About It in 2004, tragedy struck home when Carl's oldest brother was killed the same year. "With the death of my brother Randy, I kind of lost my voice. I had found the truth in my brother, and now he was gone. After that, my feelings towards the world changed.I didn't know how long it would take for me to reemerge, but when it happened I wanted the situation to be different." "So Much Better" has been the perfect remedy for helping to sooth the soul of Carl Thomas as he worked through much heartache and change, it also stands proud as an artistic achievement. In the age of plastic soul, it's very special hearing someone who can deliver musical emotions that are really real.
On December 7, 2006, Thomas earned a Grammy Award nomination along with Chaka Khan, Yolanda Adams, and the late Gerald Levert for "Everyday (Family Reunion)," a song from the soundtrack of Tyler Perry's Madea's Family Reunion. The song received a nomination for Best R&B Performance by a Duo Or Group With Vocals.
Carl Thomas (born October 3 1969) is an American professional basketball player, formerly in the NBA. He is now assistant men's basketball coach at Eastern Michigan University. blank">Eastern Michigan University Athletics Staff Directory: Carl Thomas, Asst. Men's Basketball Coach
Though born in _Dayton, Ohio, Thomas moved to Lansing, Michigan where he played basketball at Everett High School. He went on to college at Eastern Michigan University, where he also played basketball.
Thomas began his NBA career with the Sacramento Kings in 1991-92, playing one game, scoring twelve points. He did not return to the league until 1996-97, when he joined the Cleveland Cavaliers. His final season in 1997-98 was split between the Golden State Warriors, Orlando Magic, and the Cavaliers (for a second stint).
Thomas last played professionally with an Italian team, Fileni Jesi.
He is the twin brother of former one-time Detroit Pistons player, Charles Thomas.
