In 2008 he released his debut album Departure which he arranged and produced himself. In October 2009, he released his follow up album Rokstarr which includes his number one single "Break Your Heart". In between the two albums and at present, Cruz has been working on productions and writing songs for Cheryl Cole, Brandy and the Sugababes.
He is the founder and C.E.O. of Rokstarr Music London, which in 2006 released his debut single "I Just Wanna Know". Also in 2006, he signed a joint-venture partnership deal with Music Companies, Republic Records and Island Records. In the UK, Cruz has worked with many artists including Omar, Nitin Sawhney, Wookie, and Will Young.
Following the success of his own singles, record label chief Simon Cowell approached Cruz to write and produce tracks for Alexandra Burke, Leona Lewis and Shayne Ward.
At the 2008 MOBO Awards he was nominated for best single for the song "She's Like a Star" and performed the single alongside the Sugababes who feature on the official remix of the song.
In April 2010 Taio Cruz performed a live music session for London's Big Top 40 with presenters Rich and Kat. An audience of influential UK bloggers were present in the Big Top 40 studios, during an intimate, live acoustic performance. The artist was interviewed by Rich and Kat and he also performed three songs from his second album, Rokstarr, including Dirty Picture and Break Your Heart. During his interview Taio Cruz told Rich and Kat that Michael Jackson would be his dream collaborator as well as Beyoncé and Justin Timberlake. He also spoke fondly of his experiences working with fellow artists Britney Spears , Shayne Ward and The Pussycat Dolls. As a multi-talented artist Taio Cruz said he wouldn't be able to decide on a preference between his role as a producer, singer or songwriter and said that he loves being involved in all three. The interview can be viewed here and the acoustic performance was filmed and streamed on the Big Top 40 website.
On February 23, 2010 Taio Cruz first single Break Your heart off the album Rokstarr hits #1 on USA iTunes charts on the first day it is released and stays at #1 for 3 weeks in a row.
On June 1, 2010 Taio Cruz Rokstarr releases in the United States
Taio Cruz released Hangover, the first single from his third album TY.O. Yhe Hangover Songfacts reports that the song features US rapper Flo Rida and it was produced by American producer Dr. Luke.
Dynamite
Taio Cruz Lyrics
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I hit the floor 'cause that's my plans, plans, plans, plans (yeah)
I'm wearin' all my favorite brands, brands, brands, brands (yeah)
Give me some space for both my hands, hands, hands, hands
(Yeah, yeah)
'Cause it goes on and on and on
And it goes on and on and on, yeah
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Sayin', "Ayo, gotta let go"
I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin', "Ayo, baby, let's go"
'Cause we gon' rock this club, we gon' go all night
We gon' light it up like it's dynamite
'Cause I told you once, now I told you twice
We gon' light it up like it's dynamite
I came to move, move, move, move (yeah)
Get out the way of me and my crew, crew, crew, crew (yeah)
I'm in the club so I'm gonna do, do, do, do (yeah)
Just what the fuck came here to do, do, do, do
Yeah, yeah
'Cause it goes on and on and on
And it goes on and on and on, yeah
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Sayin', "Ayo, gotta let go"
I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin', "Ayo, baby, let's go"
'Cause we gon' rock this club, we gon' go all night
We gon' light it up like it's dynamite
'Cause I told you once, now I told you twice
We gon' light it up like it's dynamite
I'm gonna take it all, I
I'm gonna be the last one standing
Higher overall, I
I'm gonna be the last one landing
'Cause I
Believe it, and I
I just want it all, I just want it all
I'm gonna put my hands in the air
Hands in the air
Put your hands in the air
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Sayin', "Ayo, gotta let go"
I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin', "Ayo, baby, let's go"
'Cause we gon' rock this club, we gon' go all night
We gon' light it up like it's dynamite
'Cause I told you once, now I told you twice
We gon' light it up like it's dynamite
The lyrics to Taio Cruz's song "Dynamite" are all about having fun and letting loose on the dance floor. The singer starts off by saying that he came to dance and hit the floor, wearing all of his favorite brands. He wants some space for his hands to move around, indicating that he is ready to get down to the beat. The chorus repeats the phrase "we gon' light it up like it's dynamite," which means that they are going to have an explosive and unforgettable time on the dance floor.
Throughout the lyrics, Taio encourages everyone to celebrate and live their lives to the fullest. He throws his hands up in the air, encouraging others to do the same, and says "Ayo, gotta let go." He wants people to let go of any inhibitions and just have a good time. The bridge of the song is all about empowerment and taking control. Taio wants to be the last one standing and believes that he can achieve anything he puts his mind to. The song ends with a final chorus repeating the message that they are going to light it up like dynamite.
Overall, the lyrics to "Dynamite" are all about having a good time, letting loose, and living life to the fullest. It is a feel-good song that encourages people to forget their worries and just dance.
Line by Line Meaning
I came to dance, dance, dance, dance (yeah)
I arrived with the purpose of dancing all night long.
I hit the floor 'cause that's my plans, plans, plans, plans (yeah)
I immediately started dancing because that was my intended plan.
I'm wearin' all my favorite brands, brands, brands, brands (yeah)
I am dressed in clothing from all of my favorite brands.
Give me some space for both my hands, hands, hands, hands
(Yeah, yeah)
Please make sure I have enough space to move my hands and dance freely.
'Cause it goes on and on and on
And it goes on and on and on, yeah
The party will keep going all night long.
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Sayin', "Ayo, gotta let go"
I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin', "Ayo, baby, let's go"
I raise my hands as a way of letting go and celebrating life, and I encourage others to do the same.
'Cause we gon' rock this club, we gon' go all night
We gon' light it up like it's dynamite
We will party and dance nonstop and have an explosive good time.
'Cause I told you once, now I told you twice
We gon' light it up like it's dynamite
I will let everyone know that we are going to have a party that will be as exciting as dynamite.
I'm gonna take it all, I
I'm gonna be the last one standing
Higher overall, I
I'm gonna be the last one landing
'Cause I
Believe it, and I
I just want it all, I just want it all
I will dance and party with an unstoppable energy and determination, as I believe I can have it all and come out on top.
I'm gonna put my hands in the air
Hands in the air
Put your hands in the air
I will continue to raise my hands in the air and encourage others to do the same.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jacob Milan Taio Cruz, Martin Karl Sandberg, Bonnie Leigh McKee, Benjamin Joseph Levin, Lukasz Gottwald
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