Having gained experience as one of the six singers in close-harmony group Les Elles, and as a vocalist in the Philharmonic Funk Foundation, Emerald first gained public recognition for her debut solo single Back It Up, which was officially released by Grandmono Records on July 6, 2009.
Her first album, Deleted Scenes From The Cutting Room Floor was released on January 29, 2010. The album features a mix of ballroom jazz, tangos and mambo’s in a contemporary production. Deleted Scenes From The Cutting Room Floor has been the best selling album in The Netherlands for over 29 consecutive weeks, beating the previous record of 26 weeks set by Michael Jacksons album Thriller.
In December 2009 her second single A Night Like This was released and reached the #1 position in the dutch charts. Her latest (May 2010) release is That Man.
After the succes in The Netherlands Back it Up has been released in Italy, France, Switzerland, Belgium and many more countries are to follow.
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In May 2007 Caro Emerald got a phonecall from Dutch producers Jan van Wieringen and David Schreurs. With another producer, they'd written a song for a Japanese pop act with the acclaimed songwriter Vince Degiorgio (Atomic Kitten, A-Teens, N'Synch, Love Inc. a.o.). But their demo singer couldn't make it. They needed something quickly, and that's how Caro got to record the demo of "Back It Up".
Caro liked the song so much that she added it to her live repertoire. A year later she got the chance to perform "Back It Up" on local TV station AT5 in Amsterdam. It caught on right away: viewers just wouldn't stop calling and e-mailing about that lovely girl with her catchy song. Caro and a friend produced a no budget video which ended up on Youtube, and again, the response was overwhelming. People literally begged her to sell the song on iTunes.
But with only one song on the repertoire, Caro and her team decided to focus on a full album first. Inspired by films and music from the 40's and 50's they started working on new songs and ideas. Fall 2008, David flew over to Toronto to write with Degiorgio, and returned with 7 great tracks and a clear direction for the album. A few months later, Vince came to Amsterdam to finish the album. The result: an exciting and hugely accessible record, featuring ballroom jazz, cinematic tangoes, groovin' jazz tracks and infectious mambo's that sound like they were recorded in 1951 in Hollywood's most famous recording studios. But the smoking beats, catchy songs and inventive production tell it's actually 2009 that Caro Emerald is putting her name on the map.
Tell Me How Long
Caro Emerald Lyrics
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But no, he’s kinda shy
A little work and I think that I could easily change his mind
Give him a wing, romantic play
I start to break him down
You know I had an atrifcoo ‘cause it wanna leave it all now
Tell me how long until you say you love me
Call me morning, noon or night
I make it rain or shine
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
I really like the differences you bring when you arrive
You didn’t tell your wife you’re here and baby that’s alright
It’ll be our secret, keep it under lock and key
But when you say you miss her
You really mean missing me
Tell me how long until you say you love me
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
Call me morning, noon or night
I make it rain or shine
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
A one night affair could last longer if you dare
Just me over here
And you over there
So hey be good and tell me are you scared
Well you keep looking at me over there
Tell me how long until you say you love me
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
Call me morning, noon or night
I make it rain or shine
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
The song "Tell Me How Long" is about a woman who is interested in a man who seems ordinary and shy. She believes that with a little work, she could easily change his mind and win him over. She uses romantic play and slowly breaks down his barriers. The woman is assertive and persistent, as she insists that the man tell her how long it will take for him to say he loves her and confess that she is his. The lyrics imply that the man may be married, as the woman tells him to keep their affair a secret and to say that he misses his wife when he really means that he misses her. The song suggests that an affair could last longer if the man is willing to take the risk, and that the woman is willing to do whatever it takes to win his heart.
The lyrics of "Tell Me How Long" paint a vivid picture of a woman who is confident in her ability to seduce a man. The song suggests that she is willing to cross boundaries, such as engaging in an affair with a married man, to get what she wants. The lyrics also imply that the man is struggling with his feelings and possibly his moral code, as he is torn between his loyalty to his wife and his attraction to the woman.
Line by Line Meaning
He kinda looks a little ordinary
He appears average in appearance
But no, he’s kinda shy
But he's timid
A little work and I think that I could easily change his mind
I believe I can manipulate him to my advantage
Give him a wing, romantic play
Flirt with him and make romantic gestures
I start to break him down
I start to weaken his resolve
You know I had an atrifcoo ‘cause it wanna leave it all now
I had a moment of doubt because I don't want to continue this anymore
Tell me how long until you say you love me
When will you confess your love for me?
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
When will you commit to me?
Call me morning, noon or night
Contact me anytime
I make it rain or shine
I'll be there for you regardless of the circumstances
I really like the differences you bring when you arrive
I enjoy the positives changes you bring when you're around
You didn’t tell your wife you’re here and baby that’s alright
You're hiding from your wife and that's okay with me
It’ll be our secret, keep it under lock and key
We'll keep this affair confidential
But when you say you miss her
But when you express longing for your wife,
You really mean missing me
You're actually thinking of me
A one night affair could last longer if you dare
A short-term affair could last longer if you're willing
Just me over here
It's just me here
And you over there
And you're over there
So hey be good and tell me are you scared
So please behave and let me know if you're afraid
Well you keep looking at me over there
I can see you glancing at me
Contributed by Bentley D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sophie Yan
He kinda looks a little ordinary
But no, he’s kinda shy
A little work and I think that I could easily change his mind
Give him a wing, romantic play
I start to break him down
You know I had an atrifcoo ‘cause it wanna leave it all now
Tell me how long until you say you love me
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
Call me morning, noon or night
I make it rain or shine
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
I really like the differences you bring when you arrive
You didn’t tell your wife you’re here and baby that’s alright
It’ll be our secret, keep it under lock and key
But when you say you miss her
You really mean missing me
Tell me how long until you say you love me
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
Call me morning, noon or night
I make it rain or shine
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
A one night affair could last longer if you dare
Just me over here
And you over there
So hey be good and tell me are you scared
Well you keep looking at me over there
Tell me how long until you say you love me
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
Call me morning, noon or night
I make it rain or shine
Tell me how long until you say you’re mine
Jesse Eible Hargro
I love how Caro sings songs about her man having another woman, while also singing songs about being the other woman.
Lothe Swan
This is the most enthusiastic song about an affair I’ve ever heard^^ Ms. Emerald has a fabulous voice and I love the vibe she gives!
susan mai ra
Lovely song, lovely voice, lovely Caro!!!
Gabriel Lara Abad
It's just amazing as all that she does... Thank you Miss Eme... You really made my day!!!
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I will sing this song at a school concert with my girlfriend!!!
2021
Cool.
AHY KIM
❤️I LOVE THIS SONG❤️
Myrmeko Me
Is nice to hear some good music. :)
Maria Ocimara Cabanilhas
Adoro!!!
Claisam Vibes
Songs like this just make you feel good inside.