Colby O'Donis was born in Queens, New York on March 14, 1989 to Puerto Rica… Read Full Bio ↴Colby O'Donis was born in Queens, New York on March 14, 1989 to Puerto Rican parents. O'Donis's talent was discovered at age 3 when he won first place at a talent show by singing a Michael Jackson song. He would also perform at his father's flea market in Queens every weekend, just for fun.

Colby's rise to fame began at 10 when he became the youngest recording artist ever signed to Motown Records to do a song for a major motion picture soundtrack. The song titled "Mouse in the House" was featured on the 1999 Stuart Little soundtrack. Soon after, he began taking guitar lessons with Johan Oiested, a musician in Carlos Santana’s rhythm section. At age 11, he appeared regularly as an actor on the TV series Grandpa's Garage. By age 14, Colby's passion for music had him opening shows for major recording artists including JoJo, A*Teens, Hoku, S Club 7, Jump5, B-5, Backstreet Boys, Brian McKnight, 98° and 'N Sync. Shortly after his 15th birthday, Colby's parents made the decision to relocate to Los Angeles and pursue a recording deal using Colby’s 100+ song catalogue.

In July 2008, Colby released his first album, Colby O. Colby is currently working on his sophomore album, with a new single titled "I Wanna Touch You" already on radio stations. Other recorded tracks that have leaked online include "Never Fall In Love Again", "Ooh Ahh", "I'm In Love", "Shake Your Body" and "Talkin 'Bout Us".

Beautiful
Colby O'Donis Lyrics

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When I see you
I run out of words to say (oh oh)
I wouldn't leave you
'Cause you're that type of girl to make me stay (oh oh)

I see the guys tryna' holla
Girl I don't wanna bother you
'Cause you're independent and you got my attention

Can I be your baby father
Girl I just wanna show you
That I love what you are doin' hun

I see you in the club, you gettin' down good
I wanna get with you, yeah
I see you in the club, you showin' thugs love
I wanna get with you

You're so beautiful, so damn beautiful
Said you're so beautiful, so damn beautiful

You're so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
You're so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
You're so beautiful

Like the clouds you
Drift me away, far away (yeah)
And like the sun you
Brighten my day, you brighten my day (yeah)
I never wanna see you cry cry cry
And I never wanna tell a lie lie lie
Said I never wanna see you cry cry cry
And I never wanna tell a lie lie lie

I see you in the club
You gettin' down good
I wanna get with you, yeah
I see you in the club
You showin' thugs love
I wanna get with you

You're so beautiful, so damn beautiful
Said you're so beautiful, so damn beautiful

You're so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
You're so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful

Kardinal told you
Whether the sky blue or yellow
This fella ain't that mellow
If it ain't about you (you)
Hourglass shape make the place go (ooh)
Waistline makes my soldier salute
I'ma brute (brute)
High from your high heel game
High heels push up ya ass last name
And you livin' in the fast lane
Eyes like an angel (goddess)
Watch my yellin' as she undress
Spotless (otless) bad to the bone
Make me wanna go put me in the triple X zone (zone)
Lames don't know how to talk to you
So let me walk with you, hold my hand
I'mma spend them grands, but after you undress
Not like a hooker, but more like a princess
Queen, empress, president
Pull any way ya got my love
'Cause your beautiful (okay?)

I see you in the club
You gettin' down good
I wanna get with you (oh yeah)
I see you in the club
You showin' thugs love
I wanna get with you

You're so beautiful, so damn beautiful
Said you're so beautiful, so damn beautiful

You're so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
You're so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
You're so beautiful

Where'd you come from you're outta this world
To me (oh oh)
You're a symbol of what a big beautiful woman should be (ooh wee) (oh oh)

I never wanna see you cry cry cry (don't cry)
And I never wanna tell a lie lie lie (oh yeah)
Said I never wanna see you cry cry cry (oh)
And I never wanna tell a lie lie lie (lie)

I see you in the club, you gettin' down good
I wanna get with you (ooh yeah)
I see you in the club, you showin' thugs love
I wanna get with you

You're so beautiful, so damn beautiful, said you're so beautiful
So damn beautiful, you're so beautiful

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Colby O'Donis's song "Beautiful" express the singer's admiration for a woman he finds beautiful. He is drawn to her independence and wants to be a part of her life in a meaningful way. However, he is cautious about approaching her because he sees other guys trying to get her attention. He wants to show her that he loves what she's doing and wants to support her.

The second verse of the song is more emotional and displays the singer's affection. The woman reminds him of a beautiful sunset or a perfect day, and he never wants to see her cry or lie. The verse also features a rap interlude by Kardinal Offishall, who compares the woman to an empress or a queen and gushes about her hourglass figure and high heels.

The chorus repeats several times, emphasizing the singer's feelings about the woman's beauty. He sees her in the club, enjoying herself, and wants to be a part of her life. The song is a celebration of female beauty and independence.

Line by Line Meaning

When I see you I run out of words to say (oh oh)
I am so entranced by your beauty that I am temporarily speechless

I wouldn't leave you 'Cause you're that type of girl to make me stay (oh oh)
You have a magnetic personality and I am drawn to you, making me want to stay with you

I see the guys tryna' holla Girl I don't wanna bother you 'Cause you're independent and you got my attention Can I be your baby father Girl I just wanna show you That I love what you are doin' hun
I notice other guys trying to get your attention, but I don't want to intrude on your independence. I just want to be a part of your life and support whatever you are doing

You're so beautiful, so damn beautiful Said you're so beautiful, so damn beautiful You're so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful You're so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful You're so beautiful
You are incredibly beautiful and I can't stop thinking about it

Like the clouds you Drift me away, far away (yeah) And like the sun you Brighten my day, you brighten my day (yeah) I never wanna see you cry cry cry And I never wanna tell a lie lie lie Said I never wanna see you cry cry cry And I never wanna tell a lie lie lie
Being around you takes me to a different place and makes me happy. I never want to see you sad, and I promise to always be honest with you

Kardinal told you Whether the sky blue or yellow This fella ain't that mellow If it ain't about you (you) Hourglass shape make the place go (ooh) Waistline makes my soldier salute I'ma brute (brute) High from your high heel game High heels push up ya ass last name And you livin' in the fast lane Eyes like an angel (goddess) Watch my yellin' as she undress Spotless (otless) bad to the bone Make me wanna go put me in the triple X zone (zone) Lames don't know how to talk to you So let me walk with you, hold my hand I'mma spend them grands, but after you undress Not like a hooker, but more like a princess Queen, empress, president Pull any way ya got my love 'Cause your beautiful (okay?)
Kardinal has told you that I am into you regardless of the circumstances. Your curves and figure are stunning and I can't help but be attracted to you. I admire your confidence and want to protect you from guys who don't know how to treat you right. I want to be there for you and give you everything you deserve

Where'd you come from you're outta this world To me (oh oh) You're a symbol of what a big beautiful woman should be (ooh wee) (oh oh)
You are like no one I've ever come across, you're unique and special in my eyes. You represent everything that a big, beautiful woman should be

I never wanna see you cry cry cry (don't cry) And I never wanna tell a lie lie lie (oh yeah) Said I never wanna see you cry cry cry (oh) And I never wanna tell a lie lie lie (lie)
I repeat, I don't ever want to see you upset or in tears, and I pledge to always be truthful to you

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NANCI GRIFFITH

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