A few months later, Tamia, who was being courted by Warner Bros. Records at the time, called Richie to say that she was coming to Los Angeles for a photo session, resulting in her lasting stay and a management deal with Richie.
A few months later, Tamia, who was being pursued by Warner Bros. Records, contacted Richie to say that she would be in Los Angeles for a photo shoot, leading to her extended stay and a management agreement with Richie.