Cassie was born in New London, Connecticut, United States and moved to New York City and continued modeling; she attended classes at the Broadway Dance Center. Meanwhile, music producer Ryan Leslie spotted her at clubs and parties in late 2004.
Shortly after a formal introduction to Ryan Leslie, Cassie became the focus of Next Selection. The two wrote a duet called "Kiss Me" and after recording the track, Next Selection made a management move to play the song for music executive Tommy Mottola. Leslie also co-wrote and produced Cassie's first single, "Me & U". Cassie was introduced to Sean "Diddy" Combs by a make-up artist from one of her modeling assignments, which also helped her to get a shot at a music career.
Before signing with the Bad Boy label, Cassie's first single "Me & U" had already hit the airwaves and was a major hit in clubs. On its official release, "Me & U" proved to be a hit song. It reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and number four on the Billboard Pop 100.
Her follow up single, "Long Way 2 Go" was far less successful, peaking at ninety-seven on the Billboard Hot 100. Cassie's debut album, Cassie, which was released on August 8, 2006 and sold 321,000 copies in the U.S. according to Nielsen Sound Scan. In contrast to her album sales, Cassie's hit single, "Me & U", sold over 1 million digital downloads.
Turn The Lights Off
Cassie Lyrics
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Afraid of the dark
So turn the lights off
All I need is a dj and a whole lotta noise (oh)
A dance floor that's packed
With fly girls and a whole lotta boys (oh)
Right to the rhythm
Seem like I always get the feelin
Any time they turn the lights off
Be my guest
Cause when the lights off
I'm in my best
So turn the lights off
I'm not afraid
Afraid of the dark
Afraid of the dark
So turn the lights off
We can get closer
We can get closer
We can get closer
If we just turn the lights off
We can get closer (I'm not afraid)
We can get closer (Afraid of the dark)
We can get closer (Afraid of the dark)
If we just turn the lights off (So turn the lights off)
Just get me in a corner
And I'll do my dance (oh)
And if your nice
You can do what you wanna
Do with your hands (oh)
We goin up down back forth
Right to the rhythm
Seem like I always get the feelin
Any time they turn the lights off
Be my guest
Cause when the lights off
I'm in my best
So turn the lights off
I'm not afraid
Afraid of the dark
Afraid of the dark
So turn the lights off
We can get closer
We can get closer
We can get closer
If we just turn the lights off
We can get closer (I'm not afraid)
We can get closer (Afraid of the dark)
We can get closer
If we just turn the lights off
You can tell from how I walk
We don't need no talk
I ain't afraid of the dark
We don't need no more
I, I, I'm looking for you
We goin up down back forth
Right to the rhythm
Seem like I always get the feelin
Any time they turn the lights off
Be my guest
Cause when the lights off
I'm in my best
So turn the lights off
I'm not afraid
Afraid of the dark
Afraid of the dark
So turn the lights off
I'm not afraid
Afraid of the dark
Afraid of the dark
So turn the lights off
The lyrics to Cassie's "Turn the Lights Off" are about living in the moment and feeling the music. The singer is not afraid of the dark and is looking for a good time. They want the DJ to play loud music and a packed dance floor with both boys and girls. When the lights turn off, the singer is in their best. They are not afraid of the dark and instead, feel the rhythm and energy of the music.
The singer wants to get closer to their partner and invites them to turn off the lights. They promise to leave their partner satisfied with their dance-style. They encourage their partner to do what they want with their hands while they dance. The singer is confident in their ability to move and enjoy the moment. They do not need to talk; their actions speak louder than words.
Overall, the lyrics reveal a desire for a carefree night filled with music, dancing, and being in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not afraid
I don't fear the unknown
Afraid of the dark
I'm not scared of darkness
So turn the lights off
I'm requesting the lights to be turned off
All I need is a dj and a whole lotta noise (oh)
I just require a DJ and loud music
A dance floor that's packed
A crowded venue with people dancing around
With fly girls and a whole lotta boys (oh)
Crowd comprising of cool and attractive girls and guys
We goin up down back forth
We are following the rhythm by moving in different directions
Right to the rhythm
Dancing in sync with the beat of the music
Seem like I always get the feelin
I always get that vibe
Any time they turn the lights off
Whenever the lights are turned off
Be my guest
I invite you to join me
Cause when the lights off
That's when I'm in my best element
We can get closer
We can become more intimate
If we just turn the lights off
All we need to do is let go of our inhibitions in the dark
Just get me in a corner
Take me to some secluded place
And I'll do my dance (oh)
I'll start moving rhythmically by myself
And if your nice
In case you are polite and respectful
You can do what you wanna
You can do whatever you feel like
Do with your hands (oh)
Using your hands in your own creative ways
You can tell from how I walk
You can perceive my confident walk
We don't need no talk
We don't have to talk
I ain't afraid of the dark
I'm not scared of the lack of light
We don't need no more
We don't require anything else
I, I, I'm looking for you
I'm searching for you
Contributed by Keira W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
michelleeatsdinos
love this song
MzcandyMarie
I wish someone would see she is talented...like really
katelyn ferguson
we can not wookie rofl she looks just like me!
Seba
the moment when i am checking my answers on youtube after 1 year :D and reading my stupid youtube comments i did xD i didnt even remember that i listened to this song but thanks you readed my stupid wookie comment after 1 year :-P and hey i have 9like here :D
Seba
0:50 wookie?
Eloise Kelly
no lyrics
Erika
+Eloise Kelly info box : )