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.
Magic
Craig David Lyrics
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Let me break it down
Somethin' about the things you do
Baby, when I get next to you
If you're ever in doubt
Let me spell it out, girl
When I'm here next to you
It feels so magical
M for the way you make me feel
A 'cause you always keep it real
G for the girl that got me good
I see the world the way I should, oh
M for the way you make me feel
A 'cause you always keep it real
G for the girl that got me good
I see the world the way I should
When I'm with you, ooh
When I'm with you, ooh
Magic
When I'm with you, ooh
When I'm with you, ooh
Magic
If you're ever in doubt
Let me break it down
Somethin' about the things you do
Baby, when I get next to you
If you're ever in doubt
Let me spell it out, girl
When I'm here next to you
It feels so magical
M for the way you make me feel
A 'cause you always keep it real
G for the girl that got me good
I see the world the way I should, oh
M for the way you make me feel
A 'cause you always keep it real
G for the girl that got me good
I see the world the way I should
When I'm with you, ooh
When I'm with you, ooh
Magic
When I'm with you, ooh
When I'm with you, ooh
Magic
Oh, I
If you're ever in doubt
Let me break it down
Magic, magic
If you're ever in doubt
Let me spell it out
Magic, magic
M for the way you make me feel
A 'cause you always keep it real
G for the girl that got me good
I see the world the way I should, oh
M for the way you make me feel
A 'cause you always keep it real
G for the girl that got me good
I see the world the way I should
When I'm with you, ooh
When I'm with you, ooh
Magic
When I'm with you, ooh
When I'm with you, ooh
Magic
The lyrics to Craig David's song "Magic" are all about the transformative power of love. Craig David is reassuring his love interest that if she ever has any doubts about their relationship, he will always be there to remind her of the magic they have together. He breaks it down by explaining that there's something about the way she makes him feel that is truly special. He even spells it out: "M" for the way she makes him feel, "A" for always keeping it real, and "G" for the girl who got him good. When he is with her, everything feels magical.
The chorus is simple but effective, repeating the word "magic" over and over again. It emphasizes the idea that being with this person makes everything in life feel that much more special and exciting. The song is both romantic and catchy, making it a perfect addition to any love-themed playlist.
Overall, "Magic" is a song that celebrates the power of love to transform our lives and make everything feel more meaningful. Craig David's lyrics are simple but effective, conveying the message that being in love is like experiencing a kind of magic that can't be explained but is felt deeply. Whether you're in a relationship or simply a fan of great love songs, "Magic" is sure to resonate with you.
Line by Line Meaning
If you're ever in doubt
In case you feel uncertain or unsure
Let me break it down
Allow me to explain it in simpler terms
Somethin' about the things you do
There is just something special about the way you act
Baby, when I get next to you
When we are together, my love for you intensifies
Let me spell it out, girl
Let me be very clear and direct with you
When I'm here next to you
When we are together in close proximity
It feels so magical
The experience is enchanting and beyond words
M for the way you make me feel
The letter 'M' represents the emotions you evoke in me
A 'cause you always keep it real
The letter 'A' represents your authenticity and honesty
G for the girl that got me good
The letter 'G' represents you, the person who captured my heart
I see the world the way I should, oh
Being with you has made everything in my life feel right and good
When I'm with you, ooh
Being in your presence
Magic
The feeling of enchantment and wonder caused by our connection
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CRAIG ASHLEY DAVID, EDWARD JAMES DREWETT, TRE JEAN MARIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@KB-lu6uo
Craig David has been the most consistent male popstar since he first emerged. He consistently puts out good songs. He has such a good ear for hits, even if they get slept on.
@mylesasipa1332
He's an R&B singer not popstar
@aa.a2270
sorry after born to do it he went to america and flopped. he even admits that on his own documentary.
@darrinkent562
@Adil - A America likes a bunch of foul language in their music...Craig is not that kind of artist
@aa.a2270
@Michael Fletcher i love his voice, but his style changed after born to do it. born to do it - i love 90% of the album, every album since has 1-2 good songs rest are fillers. probably not his fault as they probably made him change his style for america, and he got lost amongst the crowd. i think if it was today you would see craig david collaborating with UK rappers and be a global success
@beatrizreis2340
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@alexkhan9681
Craig David one of the most under rated singers of our time. pure talent coming from the UK
@Vishal138
When he sings. He dosen´t sound British
@becx3163
Well said man
@Christopher25S
Craig David is a classic. He was “Born to do it”!