Charlee is set for great things this year and within 48 hours of premiering his debut single he showed why, quickly receiving support from the likes of Ed Sheeran, Sway, Lemar and many others, You Did Me A Favour flew into the top 20 in the iTunes Singer/Songwriter chart on pre-orders alone.
But it's no surprise, Charlee has been working hard building his fanbase in the last year as well as making his mark within the music industry. Starting in 2011 producing, writing and featuring on Skepta's UK top 20 album "Doin’ It Again", musically directing Skepta's two sold out Academy tours and performing alongside him at Glastonbury, Radio 1's live lounge & MTV to name a few. He has to date built up a strong online following and due to his popular covers and extensive touring, an impressive 1.5 million YouTube views without yet releasing a record.
2012 saw him begin work on his Solo album. As an accomplished musician with a strong knowledge of production behind him, incorporating live instruments and soulful harmonies into his music is important, whilst still gearing his songs to a mainstream audience!
Fast-forward to August and he is ready to offer the first taste of what’s to come witht his debut E.P. The title track "You Did Me A Favour" was written with producers Matt Marston & Rob wells, whose credits include Justin Bieber, Paloma Faith & Clement Marfo's Olympic themed anthem "Champion".
Already Charlee has picked up early backing from BBC introducing, SBTV, national magazines such as Bliss and will be embarking on a string of tour dates around the country throughout August and September.
Issues
Charlee Drew Lyrics
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Girl the way you do me it's a damn crime
And you smile at me and it's alright
With you there ain't no in-between
Every time that I walk out the door
Tell myself I won't take it no more
There's a part of me that won't let you go
Keep saying yes while my minds saying no
Me and my heart we got issues
I Don't know if I should hate you or miss you
Damn I wish that I could resist you
I Can't decide if I should slap you or kiss you
Me and my heart we got issues, issues, oh oh
We got issues
It's awful, girl you left me hanging for so long
You empty out my love until it's all gone
You change the words but still is that the same song
I'm tired of the melody
Change my number and throw out your clothes
But my feeling for you it still shows
I keep building a wall round my heart
But then I see you and it all falls apart
Me and my heart we got issues
I Don't know if I should hate you or miss you
Damn I wish I could resist you
I Can't decide if I should slap you or kiss you
Me and my heart we got issues, oh, oh
We got issues,
Can't fight it, can't hide it
Truth is I think I like it
Confusion, illusion
Still I just don't know where to go
Me and my heart we got issues
I Don't know if I should hate you or miss you
Damn I wish that I could resist you
I Can't decide if I should slap you or kiss you
Me and my heart we got issues
IDon't know if I should hate you or miss you
Damn I wish that I could resist you (yeah)
I Can't decide if I should slap you or kiss you
Me and my heart we got issues, oh, oh, oh,
We got issues,
Me and my heart we got issues,
We got issues,
We got issues.
In Charlee Drew's song "Issues," the lyrics paint a vivid picture of a tumultuous relationship filled with conflicting emotions and inner turmoil. The singer expresses feeling like they are losing their sanity due to the way their partner treats them, describing it as a "damn crime." Despite this mistreatment, the singer finds it hard to let go, as indicated by the lines "There's a part of me that won't let you go" and "Keep saying yes while my mind's saying no." This inner conflict is further emphasized in the chorus, where the singer acknowledges the issues between themselves and their heart, whether to hate or miss their partner.
The lyrics continue to delve into the complex emotions experienced in a toxic relationship. The singer reflects on feeling abandoned and drained of love by their partner, yet unable to break free from the emotional hold they have over them. Despite trying to distance themselves by changing their number and getting rid of reminders of their partner, the singer's feelings persist, as indicated by "My feeling for you it still shows." This internal struggle is captured in the repeated refrain "Me and my heart we got issues," highlighting the ongoing conflict between the singer's emotions and rational thoughts.
The song delves deeper into the confusion and inner conflict that the singer grapples with. Despite recognizing the negative impact of the relationship, the singer admits to being drawn to the chaos and unable to resist the pull of their partner. The lyrics convey a sense of helplessness and indecision, symbolized by the lines "Can't fight it, can't hide it / Truth is I think I like it." This ambivalence and inability to break free from the toxic cycle is reflected in the repeated chorus, where the singer questions whether they should hate or miss their partner, highlighting the inner turmoil and confusion.
Overall, "Issues" by Charlee Drew is a poignant portrayal of the complexities of a dysfunctional relationship, capturing the conflicting emotions, inner turmoil, and struggle to break free from a toxic connection. The lyrics speak to the universal experience of being torn between love and pain, desire and rationality, and the difficulty of breaking free from a cycle of emotional turmoil. The repeated refrain of "Me and my heart we got issues" serves as a poignant reminder of the internal conflict faced by the singer, ultimately culminating in a profound exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the struggle to find clarity and resolution amidst the chaos.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes, I feel like I'm going out of my mind
At times, I feel mentally overwhelmed and confused
Girl the way you do me it's a damn crime
Your actions towards me are unjust and hurtful
And you smile at me and it's alright
Despite it all, your smile calms me down
With you there ain't no in-between
Our relationship is intense, with no gray areas
Every time that I walk out the door
Whenever I try to leave
Tell myself I won't take it no more
I promise not to endure it again
There's a part of me that won't let you go
A part of me still clings to you
Keep saying yes while my minds saying no
I agree to stay while my mind tells me to leave
Me and my heart we got issues
My heart and I have deep emotional struggles
I Don't know if I should hate you or miss you
I'm torn between negative and positive feelings towards you
Damn I wish that I could resist you
I wish I could resist your hold on me
I Can't decide if I should slap you or kiss you
I'm conflicted whether to be aggressive or affectionate towards you
Can't fight it, can't hide it
I can't ignore or conceal my feelings
Truth is I think I like it
The truth is, I may actually enjoy our turbulent relationship
Confusion, illusion
Feeling lost and deceived
Still I just don't know where to go
I'm unsure of what decision to make
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I'm so glad you posted this again!!! Love this cover awesome job
Daniel Iliff
You have an amazing voice, really really good :D I love your stuff :)
Elle McLaughlan
MY FAVOURITE covers of yours :) your amazing, and gorgeous accent!
Harley Bateman
this was amazing! imm actually in love with you <3
Ryan Forrester
Charlee you've got an amazing and original voice and love your covers and your own song. keep it it up mate
Rebecca Wilson
this is amazing! i love it!
Murilo Dias
i love your voice <3
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Dude this cover is awesome. I love the accent and how you sing this song, way better than the original!!
Imelda Murray
you amazing! i listen to your version all the time :) x
Marcella H.
this is the best cover of this song.your so good:-)