On 17 July, 2006, it was announced that Donovan had been dropped by her label Sony BMG because of concerns about her image and poor sales of her albums.
Since then Casey has made an effort to distance herself from Idol, spending much of her time away from the spotlight writing songs, as well as collaborating with respected Australian song-writers for an upcomming EP (August 2007)
An EP entitled 'Eye 2 Eye' was released in 2008.
In 2010, Casey was cast in the role of Cynthia in a musical stage production of 'The Sapphires' which saw the show tour Australia throughout the first half of 2010. Donovan won praise from the critics for her role in the production, which was presented by Company B Belvoir and Black Swan State Theatre Company. Donovan went on to take home the Best Supporting Actress award at the 4th Deagu International Music Festival Awards while on tour with the production in South Korea in July 2010. In December 2010, Casey was nominated for 2 awards in the 2010 Sydney Theatre Awards for "Newcomer" and "Supporting Actress" continuing on praise and recognition from the industry for her hard work in 'The Sapphires'
2010 also saw Casey embark on the 'Big Beautiful & Sexy' solo tour across Australia.
2010 saw the release of two singles 'Big, Beautiful & Sexy' and 'Last Regret' both currently available on itunes Australia.
2011 sees Casey rejoin 'The Sapphires' as they tour Canberra, Sydney and then London, UK in March.
Also in 2011, it is expected that Casey will get around to finishing and releasing her long awaited second album.
What's Going On
Casey Donovan Lyrics
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I'm alone again
I try so hard not to fall in love
But here I am
And you couldn't even pretend
Like you cared if this was the end
[Chorus]
Do what you want cause I'm not gonna see you baby
what's going on
We don't care, we don't fight
We don't even know what wrong or right
(Now Baby) What's going on
what's going on?
There nothing else I can say
What can I do
We might have worked out someday
But it takes two
And you couldn't even pretend
Like you cared if this was the end
[Chorus]
All the things you said to me won't even matter
Do what you want cause I'm not gonna see you baby
what's going on
We don't care, we don't fight
We don't even know what wrong or right
(Now Baby) what's going on
what's going on?
what's going on...All the things you said to me won't even matter..
And I couldn't even pretend
That I cared if this was the end?
[Chorus]
All the things you said to me won't even matter
Do what you want cause I'm not gonna see you baby
what's going on
We don't care, we don't fight
We don't even know what wrong or right
(Now Baby) what's going on
What's going on?
[Chorus]
All the things you said to me won't even matter
Do what you want cause I'm not gonna see you baby
what's going on
We don't care, we don't fight
We don't even know what wrong or right
(Now Baby) What's going on
What's going on?
The lyrics to Casey Donovan's "What's Going On" depicts a person who is heartbroken, crying at 3 in the morning, feeling alone and betrayed, as they realize that the person they loved did not reciprocate their feelings. The lyrics bear witness to the singer's struggles of trying not to fall in love, but failing despite their best attempts. They express their frustration and disappointment that the person they cared for did not care enough to pretend as if they mattered or that the relationship could work out.
The chorus of the song stresses the point that what the other person had said is of no significance anymore as they are breaking away from them. The lines "Do what you want cause I'm not gonna see you baby/what's going on" indicate that the singer's attitude towards the person they loved has changed, and they are willing to let go of them. The lyrics also showcase the fact that the relationship was one-sided, lacked communication and involved no compromise. In the end, the singer concludes that they could not pretend to care anymore, and it was time to let it go.
Line by Line Meaning
It's 3am, I start to cry
It's late at night and I am feeling sad.
I'm alone again
I am by myself, without anyone to comfort me.
I try so hard not to fall in love
I attempt to prevent myself from falling in love with someone.
But here I am
Despite my efforts, I find myself in love with this person.
And you couldn't even pretend
You didn't even bother to pretend that you cared.
Like you cared if this was the end
You didn't seem to care whether our relationship ended or not.
All the things you said to me won't even matter
The things you told me will no longer have any significance.
Do what you want cause I'm not gonna see you baby
You can do whatever you please because I am no longer going to be part of your life.
We don't care, we don't fight
We don't care enough to argue with each other.
We don't even know what wrong or right
We don't even understand what is right or wrong in this situation.
(Now Baby) What's going on
We are both confused and don't know what to do next.
There's nothing else I can say
I have nothing else to say about this situation.
What can I do
I am feeling helpless and uncertain about how to proceed.
We might have worked out someday
There was a possibility that our relationship could have survived.
But it takes two
Both people need to contribute equally for a relationship to work.
And I couldn't even pretend
I didn't have the energy or the willpower to fake my feelings anymore.
That I cared if this was the end?
I wasn't even sure if I cared about you or our relationship anymore.
(Chorus) All the things you said to me won't even matter
The words you told me won't have any value from now on.
(Chorus) Do what you want cause I'm not gonna see you baby
You are free to do whatever you choose since I won't be in your life anymore.
(Chorus) What's going on
We are both lost and unsure of what to do next.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, O/B/O DistroKid, Capitol CMG Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alfred W Cleveland, Marvin P Gaye, Renaldo Benson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Splitz111
huge talent this lady....the record label are farkwits....people don't sing with their bodies, they sing with their hearts and souls....and she is beautiful.
Gemma Kelly
I still listen to this song every now and then because I believe Casey Donovan is an extremely talented musician. So if Casey ever (by some minute chance) reads this, you are an inspiration and please make more music! :)
Joanne Ward
Casye rocks, im so glad she won Australian Idol. i just wish she was treated better by the music industry & the press. Casey HOLD your head strong. You are an extradionary talent...
Kris Owen
Wow. She's not only a beautiful woman but has such a gorgeous voice. Her voice reminds me of Kelly Clarkson, but she's more real and accessible. Kudos to Ms. Donovan for this stunning performance.
Raymond Teodo
Casey Donovan for Eurovision 2019! Who's with me?
Miss Shadae
I still love her voice <3 I remember being a teen, listing to her album on repeat <3
Leithel H
Going on I'm a celeb is gonna do so much for her again... i didn't think much of her until
The show, and she has a fan in me. Her voice is amazing, way better than what it used to be (it was good before but something is diff now). It's so angelic and soulful.
I hope she finds happiness and love.
This song was dope tho! I used to listen to this on repeat when it came out lol.
Natasha Roberts
She does have a great voice.
Francis Fares
such a great voice!!
steamyboy69
I always want to watch this video. Beautiful and talented singer, haunting song. 2005 was a good year too.