After a chance meeting with an aspiring singer/songwriter, she managed to secure some studio time in Elton John's Rocket Studios, and, after hearing what she could do, she was subsequently picked up by Elton's management company Rocket Music. Anne-Marie released a demo in 2013 entitled Summer Girl, which drew some attention to the singer, most notably garnering a fan in Ed Sheeran. Despite the encouraging start to her solo career, things were put on hold to give her more time to develop as an artist.
Having guested on tracks by dubstep supergroup Magnetic Man, London-based garage duo Gorgon City, and progressive house trio Raized by Wolves, Anne-Marie caught the attention of Brit and MOBO award winners Rudimental. She was featured alongside Dizzee Rascal and Will Heard on two tracks from their second album, 2015's We the Generation, and spent two years touring with the band, playing some of the world's biggest stages and best-known festivals.
The summer of that year also saw the release of Anne-Marie's debut EP on Rudimental's then-new record label, Major Tom's. The aptly titled Karate EP featured three tracks and a Chloe Martini remix, and producers Josh Record and Two Inch Punch worked with her on the record. Both the lead single "Karate," a slick fusion of electro-grime and R&B, and the follow-up "Gemini," garnered some very positive reviews and led Anne-Marie to gigging as a solo artist. In early 2016, the single "Do It Right" reached the U.K. charts, and several months later "Alarm" hit the Top 40 in several charts around the world.
In 2017, Anne-Marie scored a hit single when she featured on Clean Bandit's multi-platinum "Rockabye" with Sean Paul. The song topped the charts across Europe and in Australia, breaking into the Top Ten in Canada and the U.S. She followed with the solo singles "Ciao Adios" and "Heavy," which both charted in the U.K. and Ireland. Both tracks appeared on her debut full-length, Speak Your Mind, which saw release in April 2018. The record also featured the track "Friends," written and recorded with American dance producer Marshmello.
Karate
Anne-Marie Lyrics
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Start out a bit weird, but I was wrong
So you make, you make me strong
The fight inside me is what kept me going on (going on)
A part of me, the karate
'Cause your body is what I need
So walk with me, be part of me
The karate, the karate, my karate
Must've been opened wide,
This technique keeps me alive, live
I want you to walk this side
Patterns and rhythm and our hearts in time
A part of me, the karate
'Cause your body is what I need
So walk with me, be part of me
Like I wanted to be,
The karate, the karate, my karate
I can't let go if you watch me
And I know that I want to
I can promise that I will take care
And I'll protect you
Can't remember where it started
But I know where will go
You can go if I go if you follow, follow
A part of me, the karate
'Cause your body is what I need
So walk with me, be part of me
Like I wanted to be,
The karate, the karate, my karate
A part of me, the karate
'Cause your body is what I need
So walk with me, be part of me
Like I wanted to be,
The karate, the karate, my karate
The lyrics to Anne-Marie's song "Karate" depict a journey of self-discovery and empowerment through the martial art of karate. The opening lines, "You found me when I was young, start out a bit weird, but I was wrong," indicate that the singer has found a mentor or guide who has encouraged them to pursue their passion for karate. This pursuit has made them stronger and pushed them to keep going despite any obstacles they may face.
The chorus of the song, "A part of me, the karate, 'cause your body is what I need, so walk with me, be part of me," suggests that the singer has fully immersed themselves in the practice of karate, with their body and their sense of self becoming intertwined with the martial art. The use of the phrase "part of me" indicates that this pursuit is not simply a hobby or interest, but rather an integral aspect of their identity.
The later lines, "I can promise that I will take care, and I'll protect you, can't remember where it started, but I know where will go," suggest a sense of responsibility and protection towards those who have supported the singer's journey. The mention of not remembering where it started but knowing where it will go could indicate a focus on the present moment and future goals rather than dwelling on the past.
Overall, the lyrics to "Karate" demonstrate the transformative power of martial arts and the sense of identity and purpose it can provide for those who fully commit to it.
Line by Line Meaning
You found me when I was young
You entered my life when I was young
Start out a bit weird, but I was wrong
At first, I felt uncomfortable, but I was mistaken
So you make, you make me strong
You empower me and make me stronger
The fight inside me is what kept me going on (going on)
My inner strength is what motivated and sustained me
A part of me, the karate
Karate is an integral part of who I am
'Cause your body is what I need
Your physical presence is what I require to feel complete
So walk with me, be part of me
Join me on this journey and become a part of me
Like I wanted to be, The karate, the karate, my karate
I aspire to be like karate; I identify with it on a personal level
Must've been opened wide, This technique keeps me alive, live
My eyes must have been opened widely, as this technique keeps me alive
I want you to walk this side
I want you to stand by my side and support me
Patterns and rhythm and our hearts in time
Our movements flow together, in sync, to the beat of our hearts
I can't let go if you watch me
I need you to witness my journey and support me throughout it
And I know that I want to
I am certain of my desire to pursue this path
I can promise that I will take care
I vow to take care of you
And I'll protect you
I will protect and shield you from harm
Can't remember where it started, But I know where will go
I can't recall how this began, but I am certain of where it will lead
You can go if I go if you follow, follow
We can go together if you come along with me, following my lead
Contributed by Mila M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Karate- lyrics
You found me when I was young
Thought I'd be weak, but I was wrong
So unique, you made me strong
The fight inside me is what kept me going on
I don't know if you want to be the one
Ichi, ni, san, shi
I don't know if you want to be the one
Ichi, ni, san, shi
Work hard on me like karate
Cause your body is what I need
So work with me, be a part of me
Like I want you to be
Like karate, like karate, like karate
Mouth open, open wide
This technique keeps me in line
I want you to walk this side
Patterns and rhythm and our hearts in time
I don't know if you want to be the one
Ichi, ni, san, shi
I don't know if you want to be the one
Ichi, ni, san, shi
Work hard on me like karate
Cause your body is what I need
So work with me, be a part of me
Like I want you to be
Like karate, like karate, like karate
I can let go if you watch me
And I know that I want to
I can promise that I will take
And I'll protect you
Can't remember where it started
But I know where it will go
You can go where I go
If you follow, follow
Work hard on me like karate
Cause your body is what I need
So work with me, be a part of me
Like I want you to be
Like karate
Work hard on me like karate
Cause your body is what I need
So work with me, be a part of me
Like I want you to be
Like karate, like karate, like karate
Jordan
you know she actually was karate world champion
Debanjan Mitra
Budokan karate --- c. Hanumanth Rao
specialdoom
@Collette Post actually friend
CR
Yes I know
Hazza's Bakery
Ikr
Erica
What
James Thomas
I used to train with her!! Yes girl well done on hitting it big time!!
hasna jama
your so luckyy
Pratyush Prabhakar
After this comment ....... Ciao adios I'm done
New Gamer
I also play karate 🥋