David has been nominated for fourteen Brit Awards: five times for Best British Male, and twice receiving a Grammy Award nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance.
David was born in Southampton, Hampshire, the son of Tina (née Loftus), a retail assistant at Superdrug, and George David, a carpenter, and grew up in the Holyrood estate. David's father is Afro-Grenadian and David's mother is Anglo-Jewish and related to the founders of the Accurist watch-making company; David's maternal grandfather was an Orthodox Jew and his maternal grandmother a convert to Judaism. David's parents separated when he was eight and he was brought up by his mother. He attended Bellemoor School and Southampton City College.
David was bullied by other students at school. He wrote and released the song "Johnny" in 2005 about his sad memories of being bullied.
David's father played bass in a reggae band called Ebony Rockers. As a teen, David began accompanying his father to local dance clubs, where DJs let him take the microphone.
On 9 September 2020, David signed a global publishing deal with New York-based Round Hill Music. The agreement includes all of David's music catalogue to date, and also includes a futures agreement that will see all of his new music administered by the company.
On 30th December 2020, David was announced on the Queen’s New Year Honours List to receive an MBE in recognition of his services to music. His manager Colin Lester was also awarded an OBE in recognition of his services to the music industry and to charity.
Brand New
Craig David Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, aw, yeah
Come on, yeah
Pleased to meet ya, pleased to meet ya
Please believe ya, you're with me tonight
I'm the student, you're the teacher
Just a kiss will help a little
'Specially when you be givin' me all them signals, yeah
'Cause I hope by the end of the night
That you wanna come take a ride with me
Señorita
Know every time that I meet ya
Just complimentin' your features
'Cause you got a way of makin' it feel brand new
When I'm underneath ya
You know it ain't hard to read ya
Playin' out all those old tricks, but you seem to
Always have a way of makin' it feel brand new, yeah
I'm just waitin', I'm just waitin'
I'm just sayin', so do the things you like
So outrageous, so contagious
Sometimes I don't even know how I'm s'posed to take this
Just a kiss will help a little
'Specially when you be givin' me all them signals, yeah
'Cause I hope by the end of the night
That you wanna come take a ride with me
Señorita
Know every time that I meet ya
Just complimentin' your features
'Cause you got a way of makin' it feel brand new
When I'm underneath ya
You know it ain't hard to read ya
Playin' out all those old tricks, but you seem to
Always have a way of makin' it feel brand new, yeah
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you, girl
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you're makin' me feel
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you, girl
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you
Give, give me, all night
Señorita
Know every time that I meet ya
Just complimentin' your features
'Cause you got a way of makin' it feel brand new
When I'm underneath ya
You know it ain't hard to read ya
Playin' out all those old tricks, but you seem to
Always have a way of makin' it feel brand new, yeah
Señorita
Know every time that I meet ya
Just complimentin' your features
'Cause you got a way of makin' it feel brand new
When I'm underneath ya
You know it ain't hard to read ya
Playin' out of those old tricks, but you seem to
Always have a way of makin' it feel brand new, yeah
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you, girl
Give, give me, all night
I love the way you
Give, give me, all night
You make me feel brand new
The lyrics of Craig David's song "Brand New" capture the excitement and anticipation of meeting someone new and feeling a spark of attraction. The opening lines set the tone with energetic repetitions of "yeah" and "come on," creating a sense of enthusiasm and eagerness. The singer expresses his pleasure in meeting the other person, emphasizing how being with them feels special and exciting. It's like a student learning from a teacher, with the person they are interested in having a captivating effect on them.
The lyrics also suggest a desire for physical intimacy, with the reference to a kiss offering comfort and escalating the romantic tension. The singer is attuned to the cues and signals from the other person, hoping for a connection that extends beyond just words. There's a sense of yearning for the night to progress positively and for a shared experience to unfold. The repeated mention of taking a ride together hints at a journey or adventure that the singer hopes to embark on with the other person, indicating a desire for a deeper connection.
The chorus introduces the term "Señorita," adding a touch of exoticism and passion to the interaction. The singer appreciates and admires the other person's physical attributes, feeling captivated by them and acknowledging the way they make every interaction feel fresh and exciting. The dynamic between the two is described as playful and engaging, with a hint of familiarity mixed with the thrill of discovering something new. The lyrics convey a sense of seduction and mutual attraction, with both parties actively participating in the dance of flirtation and desire.
The repeated refrain at the end, "Give me all night, I love the way you make me feel brand new," encapsulates the essence of the song's theme. It's about experiencing a sense of renewal and rejuvenation through a romantic connection, where each encounter feels like a fresh start and a chance to rediscover oneself. The lyrics celebrate the joy of being with someone who brings out the best in you and makes you feel alive and invigorated. Overall, "Brand New" captures the thrill of infatuation and the magnetic pull of a new and exciting relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Craig Ashley David, Steve McCutcheon
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