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.
www.caroemerald.com
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.
You Don't Love Me
Caro Emerald Lyrics
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What is it with him?, he's naturally moving slow.
I see him at the corner bar, am I dreamin'?
Surrounded by friends, it's got to end, I need to know.
Am I just a night of lust and lost temptation?
Is someone like me his destiny? He'll never know.
I gotta find a way to show my expectations.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through.
Any man can see that I'm worth the talkin'.
Love can be bittersweet when the girl hears "no".
Opportunity knocks but your doors don't open.
But I feel a fire inside that's about to blow.
So sweep me off my feet and show me somethin' different.
You know all the tricks, come get your kicks, you know I'm game.
You gotta understand a girl needs more than romance.
How many chances lost 'til you just runaway?
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through.
Maybe you're missing a telepathy.
There's a disconnect so you don't think of me.
I don't really care because I disagree.
Cause I'm the only part of you that you don't see.
Maybe you're missing a telepathy.
There's a disconnect so you don't think of me.
I don't really care because I disagree.
Cause I'm the only part of you that you don't see.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me.
The lyrics to Caro Emerald's song "You Don't Love Me" paint a picture of unrequited love, with Emerald pining after a man who she knows isn't in love with her. She begins the song by questioning why the man she's interested in is moving slowly when she sees him at a bar, surrounded by friends. She wonders if she's just a night of lust and lost temptation, and if someone like her is destined to be with him. But she knows she needs to find a way to show her expectations, to make it clear that she won't settle for being just a fling.
As the song progresses, Emerald becomes more assertive, urging the man to sweep her off her feet and show her something different. She acknowledges that he knows all the tricks, but insists that he needs to understand that a girl needs more than romance. She warns him that opportunities will be lost if he keeps running away, and that he needs to take a chance on her.
Throughout the song, Emerald acknowledges that she knows the man doesn't love her, but she can't seem to stop herself from burning for him. She reveals that she's bared her soul completely, but it never seems to be enough for him. She suggests that there might be a disconnect between them, and that he might be missing a telepathy that would allow him to think of her more often. Regardless, she knows that she's the only part of him that he doesn't see, and that their connection is one-sided.
Overall, the lyrics to "You Don't Love Me" are about the pain of unrequited love and the struggle to move on from someone who doesn't feel the same way. Caro Emerald's voice adds a sense of urgency and longing to the lyrics, making it clear that she's deeply invested in this relationship even though she knows it's unlikely to work out.
Line by Line Meaning
Another day, another night, got me thinkin'.
Every day and every night, I can't help but wonder, what's going on with him?
What is it with him?, he's naturally moving slow.
Why does he act this way? Is it just his personality to take things slow?
I see him at the corner bar, am I dreamin'?
I catch glimpses of him at the bar on the corner and I wonder if I'm imagining it.
Surrounded by friends, it's got to end, I need to know.
Whenever I see him, he's with his friends and I can't take it anymore, I need to find out what he really feels about me.
Am I just a night of lust and lost temptation?
Do I only serve as a fleeting temptation for him, with no true feelings behind it?
Is someone like me his destiny? He'll never know.
Does he feel that we have a true connection, or is he completely oblivious to my existence?
I gotta find a way to show my expectations.
I need to find a way to express how I feel and what I expect from him.
He ends it where it begins but I won't let go.
It seems like our relationship is stuck in a cycle, but I won't give up on him and our potential future.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
Even though I'm aware that you don't have romantic feelings for me, I can't help but have intense feelings for you.
This flame won't die, it's true.
Despite my efforts, my feelings for you won't fade away.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I've opened up completely to you, but it doesn't seem to be enough to change how you feel about me.
The message can't get through.
I'm trying to communicate my feelings to you, but it seems like you're not listening or understanding.
Any man can see that I'm worth the talkin'.
I know that I'm a valuable person and any man would be lucky to talk to me.
Love can be bittersweet when the girl hears "no".
It's tough to hear someone you love say that they don't feel the same way about you.
Opportunity knocks but your doors don't open.
I see potential for us to be together, but it seems like you're not willing to take a chance on me.
But I feel a fire inside that's about to blow.
I have a strong desire for us to be together and it's only growing stronger with time.
So sweep me off my feet and show me somethin' different.
I want you to surprise me with your feelings and show me that there's something real between us.
You know all the tricks, come get your kicks, you know I'm game.
You have experience with romantic relationships and I'm willing to try anything to make things work between us.
You gotta understand a girl needs more than romance.
I need more than just romantic gestures, I need to feel a deep emotional connection with you.
How many chances lost 'til you just runaway?
If you keep missing opportunities to be with me, will you eventually just give up and walk away?
Maybe you're missing a telepathy.
Perhaps you don't realize how I feel about you because I haven't outwardly expressed it enough.
There's a disconnect so you don't think of me.
We don't seem to be on the same page regarding our feelings for each other, which means you don't think about me as often as I think about you.
I don't really care because I disagree.
I don't believe that you're not thinking about me, but I also don't care because my feelings won't change regardless.
Cause I'm the only part of you that you don't see.
You seem to be blind to the fact that I have deep feelings for you that won't go away.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: VINCENT PAUL DEGIORGIO, DAVID CHRISTIAAN SCHREURS, CAROLINE VAN DER LEEUW
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@Alisko38
Lyrics
Another day, another night, got me thinkin'.
What is it with him?, he's naturally moving slow.
I see him at the corner bar, am I dreamin'?
Surrounded by friends, it's got to end, I need to know.
Am I just a night of lust and lost temptation?
Is someone like me his destiny? He'll never know.
I gotta find a way to show my expectations.
He ends it where it begins but I won't let go.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through.
Any man can see that I'm worth the talkin'.
Love can be bittersweet when the girl hears "no".
Opportunity knocks but your doors don't open.
But I feel a fire inside that's about to blow.
So sweep me off my feet and show me somethin' different.
You know all the tricks, come get your kicks, you know I'm game.
You gotta understand a girl needs more than romance.
How many chances lost 'til you just runaway?
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through.
Maybe you're missing a telepathy.
There's a disconnect so you don't think of me.
I don't really care because I disagree.
Cause I'm the only part of you that you don't see.
Maybe you're missing a telepathy.
There's a disconnect so you don't think of me.
I don't really care because I disagree.
Cause I'm the only part of you that you don't see.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame will die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me.
@TheReconpatrol
Alice Francis
Gramatik
Club des Belugas
De Phazz
Tape Five
The Bahama Soul Club
The JuJu Orchestra
Mop Mop
Bebo Best
Mo Horizons
JoJo Effect
Waldeck
and if you like these selection...you`re prepare for this:
Oi Va Voi
Dunkelbunt
Ámsterdam Klezmer Band
enjoy it
@mightytaco123
Holy crap it's like the golden age of music modernized!
@GP-yc2it
Follow me, there much more where this came from!
@mightytaco123
no
@minestar3D
That's litteraly what it is. Like, by definition. It's called electro swing.
@Jucasar1981
I can’t believe it took me till today to finally discover such an amazing artist, i love her voice and music.
@matheusdiasd
She is the most amazing singer i've heard in a long time. The music is just incredible, i found myself dancing without knowing!
@colinscott1977
"I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through" Caro, I love your lyrics. You need more recognition sweetie. The music you make is so unique, upbeat and..happy even when you write about sad times. <3
@Alisko38
Lyrics
Another day, another night, got me thinkin'.
What is it with him?, he's naturally moving slow.
I see him at the corner bar, am I dreamin'?
Surrounded by friends, it's got to end, I need to know.
Am I just a night of lust and lost temptation?
Is someone like me his destiny? He'll never know.
I gotta find a way to show my expectations.
He ends it where it begins but I won't let go.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through.
Any man can see that I'm worth the talkin'.
Love can be bittersweet when the girl hears "no".
Opportunity knocks but your doors don't open.
But I feel a fire inside that's about to blow.
So sweep me off my feet and show me somethin' different.
You know all the tricks, come get your kicks, you know I'm game.
You gotta understand a girl needs more than romance.
How many chances lost 'til you just runaway?
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through.
Maybe you're missing a telepathy.
There's a disconnect so you don't think of me.
I don't really care because I disagree.
Cause I'm the only part of you that you don't see.
Maybe you're missing a telepathy.
There's a disconnect so you don't think of me.
I don't really care because I disagree.
Cause I'm the only part of you that you don't see.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame won't die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me, but the message can't get through.
I know you don't love me, but still I burn for you.
I know you don't love me, this flame will die, it's true.
My soul bared completely, don't seem enough for you.
I know you don't love me.
@leonardocapoverde9823
Ayşenur thanks for lyrics
@uzytkowniktelefonu9633
There is 'This flame will die, it's true'