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.
Rendez-vous
Craig David Lyrics
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Yeah, well come on, check it out
What'chu doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing and
You know we'll be getting some, getting jiggy just for fun
What'chu doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing and
You know we'll be getting some, getting jiggy just for fun
What'chu doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing and
You know we'll be getting some, getting jiggy just for fun
You know we'll be getting some, getting jiggy just for fun
Six o'clock in the morning
Wipe the sleep from my eyes
Felt just like an ordinary day
Just around the corner, such a surprise
A beautiful angel materialized
Time stood still face to face
I'm sure we'd met in another time and place
Our eyes met as you passed me by (passed me by)
Two souls entwined in the blink of an eye, yeah
And I had to figure out what I'd be missing
So I turned to you and asked you if you wanted to
(You know we'll be getting some)
(Getting jiggy just for fun)
Rendezvous where to, my place say two
And we can do anything you wanna do
Hey, tonight is your night, yeah
When you close your eyes
Take a minute, take a moment, realize
Do you see me when you fantasize?
Tonight'll be your night
I'm just sitting here daydreaming about you
And all the things you do
Girl, feels so right
And all I know is you're the one for me
That special kind of lady
In my life, in my life
Well, here I am writing you a love song
Holding back those years
It's been so long
And I can't deny the way that I'm feeling
It's true, so girl, that's why I'm asking you
(You know we'll be getting some
Getting jiggy just for fun)
Can we
Rendezvous where to, my place say two
And we can do anything you wanna do
Hey, tonight is your night, yeah
When you close your eyes
Take a minute, take a moment, realize
Do you see me when you fantasize?
Tonight'll be your night
(You know we'll be getting some
Getting jiggy just for fun)
Darling, tell me what's on your mind
What'chu thinking (hey what you thinking)
What'chu thinking (hey what you thinking)
Darling, tell me what's on you mind (what's on your mind, yeah)
What'chu thinking, yeah
Darling, tell me what's on your mind (darling)
What'chu thinking (what are you thinking)
What'chu thinking
Darling tell me what's on you mind (now, darling)
What'chu thinking (what are you thinking)
Yeah
Rendezvous where to, my place say two
And we can do anything you wanna do
Hey, tonight is your night, yeah
(Tonight will be your night)
When you close your eyes
Take a minute, take a moment, realize
Do you see me when you fantasize? (Fantasize)
Tonight'll be your night
(It will be
Yes it will be)
I'm just sitting here daydreaming about you
And all the things you do
(All the things you do)
Girl, feels so right
(Makes me feels so right)
And all I know is you're the one for me
That special kind of lady
In my life, in my life
What'chu doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing and
You know we'll be getting some, getting jiggy just for fun
What'chu doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing and
You know we'll be getting some, getting jiggy just for fun
What'chu doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing and
You know we'll be getting some, getting jiggy just for fun
What'chu doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing and
You know we'll be getting some, getting jiggy just for fun
The lyrics of Craig David's song "Rendez-Vous" describe the excitement and anticipation of a potential love interest. David sings about a chance encounter with a beautiful woman, and the instant connection that they share. The lyrics are playful, flirty, and suggestive, with David expressing his desire to spend time alone with the woman, and explore their physical chemistry.
The song's chorus repeats a catchy, upbeat melody that reinforces the idea of the two of them getting together and having fun. The second verse delves deeper into David's emotional state, as he admits to daydreaming about the woman and expressing his feelings for her. Overall, the song's message is one of flirtatiousness and romantic interest.
One interesting fact about "Rendez-Vous" is that it was a top 10 hit on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number eight in 1998. It was also included on David's debut album, "Born to Do It," which was a massive commercial success, selling over 8 million copies worldwide.
Line by Line Meaning
Craig david, this is how we do
Craig David is introducing himself to the listeners and setting the tone for the song
Yeah, well come on, check it out
Craig David is urging the listener to pay attention and join in
What'chu doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing and
Craig David is inviting the listener to meet up
You know we'll be getting some, getting jiggy just for fun
Craig David is suggesting that they will have a good time together
Six o'clock in the morning
Craig David is setting the scene and describing the time of day
Wipe the sleep from my eyes
Craig David is describing what he is doing
Felt just like an ordinary day
Craig David is describing his initial feeling before something unexpected happens
Just around the corner, such a surprise
Craig David is describing the sudden appearance of a beautiful woman
A beautiful angel materialized
Craig David is using poetic language to describe the woman's appearance
Time stood still face to face
Craig David is exaggerating the moment of their meeting
I'm sure we'd met in another time and place
Craig David is suggesting that he and the woman have a connection
Our eyes met as you passed me by (passed me by)
Craig David is describing how they made eye contact
Two souls entwined in the blink of an eye, yeah
Craig David is using poetic language to describe their connection
And I had to figure out what I'd be missing
Craig David is admitting he is attracted to the woman and wants to know more about her
So I turned to you and asked you if you wanted to
Craig David is making a move and asking the woman to go somewhere with him
(You know we'll be getting some)
Craig David is implying that they will have sex if she agrees to go with him
(Getting jiggy just for fun)
Craig David is using slang to say they will enjoy themselves together
Rendezvous where to, my place say two
Craig David is confirming plans for a meeting
And we can do anything you wanna do
Craig David is implying that he is willing to do anything she wants
Hey, tonight is your night, yeah
Craig David is giving the woman control and implying that he wants to please her
When you close your eyes
Craig David is setting the mood and describing a romantic moment
Take a minute, take a moment, realize
Craig David is urging the woman to think about their connection
Do you see me when you fantasize?
Craig David is asking the woman if she thinks about him when she imagines things
Tonight'll be your night
Craig David is reaffirming that he wants to please the woman
Darling, tell me what's on your mind
Craig David is asking the woman to share her thoughts and feelings
What'chu thinking (hey what you thinking)
Craig David is asking again what the woman is thinking
Darling, tell me what's on you mind (what's on your mind, yeah)
Craig David is asking again for the woman to share her thoughts and feelings
What'chu thinking, yeah
Craig David is emphasizing his desire to know what the woman is thinking
Darling tell me what's on you mind (now, darling)
Craig David is urging the woman to speak her mind
What'chu thinking (what are you thinking)
Craig David is asking one last time what the woman is thinking
Rendezvous where to, my place say two
Craig David is repeating their plan to meet up
And we can do anything you wanna do
Craig David is again telling the woman that he is willing to please her
Tonight'll be your night
Craig David is reaffirming that he wants to please the woman
Do you see me when you fantasize? (Fantasize)
Craig David is repeating his earlier question about the woman's thoughts
(It will be
Craig David is emphasizing that the night is going to be special
Yes it will be)
Craig David is repeating his emphasis that the night will be special
I'm just sitting here daydreaming about you
Craig David is describing his thoughts about the woman
And all the things you do
Craig David is thinking about the woman's actions and characteristics
(All the things you do)
Craig David is repeating his thought about the woman's actions and characteristics
Girl, feels so right
Craig David is expressing his positive feelings about the woman
(Makes me feels so right)
Craig David is repeating his positive feelings about the woman
And all I know is you're the one for me
Craig David is expressing his belief that the woman is special and right for him
That special kind of lady
Craig David is describing the woman as unique and important to him
In my life, in my life
Craig David is emphasizing the importance of the woman to him and his life
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Craig David, Mark Hill
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Six o'clock in the morning wipe the sleep from my eyes
Felt just like an ordinary day
Just around the corner, such a surprise a beautiful angel materialized
Time stood still, face to face
I'm sure we'd meet in another time and place
Our eyes met as you passed me by
Two souls entwined in the blink of an eye
And I had to figure out what I'd be missing
So I turned to you and asked if you wanted to
Rendezvous went to my place say two and we can do anything you want to do
Hey, tonight is your night yeah
When you close your eyes, take a minute, take a moment, realize
Do you see me when you fantasize
Tonight'll be your night
I'm just sitting here daydreaming about you and all the things you do
Girl feels so right
And all I know is you're the one for me, that special kinda'lady
In my life, in my life
Well here I am writing you a love song
Holding back those years, its been so long
And I can't deny the way that I'm feeling
It's true, so girl that's why I'm asking you, can we
Rendezvous went to my place say two and we can do anything you want to do
Hey, tonight is your night yeah
When you close your eyes, take a minute, take a moment, realize
Do you see me when you fantasize
Tonight'll be your night
Darling tell me, what's on your mind?
What you thinking?
Hey what you thinking? what you thinking?
Darling tell me what's on your mind?
What's on your mind? yeah
Darling what are you thinking?
Now darling what are you thinking
Rendezvous went to my place say two and we can do anything you want to do
Hey, tonight is your night yeah
When you close your eyes, take a minute, take a moment, realize
Do you see me when you fantasize
Tonight'll be your night
I'm just sittin' here daydreaming about you and all the things you do
Girl feels so right
And all I know is you're the one for me, that special kinda'lady
In my life, in my life
Whatcha doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing & you know we'll be getting jiggy just for fun
Whatcha doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing & you know we'll be getting jiggy just for fun
Whatcha doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing & you know we'll be getting jiggy just for fun
Whatcha doing 'cause we'll be rendezvousing & you know we'll be getting jiggy just for fun
@chokygurning126
Who's listening in 2024 ? Hands up🤚
@michellem8077
Right here
@Deci_Duke20
We here❤❤
@muluezerezgi4747
🙌
@itsme-qc8mn
Hi I smell feet
@destinyrodriguez1920
🤚🏽🤚🏽🤚🏽
@michellem8077
any craig david fans!!!! anyone listening in 2024 and forever
@andrewtaylor1996
This guy is dam good but get to much stick cos they think hes too girly 🕊🙏✌
@usmanisah6915
Yea
@Snan-ex4sc
felt just like an ordinarrry day...and hv to figure out what hv been missin.. this album was smtn else !!!