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For many '90s R&B and neo-soul mu… Read Full Bio ↴There are several Davinas.
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For many '90s R&B and neo-soul music heads, Davina (Bussey]'s 1998 debut album Best Of Both Worlds was a classic that still resonates with them and gets play to this day. It's been a minute since we've heard from the singer, songwriter and producer – and by "a minute" we mean close to 15 years, when she released her sophomore album Return To Soul Vol. 1 in 2007. While we were sleeping, though, the Detroit native has been quietly releasing new music and is officially back on the scene with a new single entitled “Again.”
Known for her distinctive, smooth yet slightly raspy voice and mid-tempo sound, Davina's latest effort fits that mold. Her vocals haven’t lost a step, as she floats over the funky bassline, nasty guitar lick and congas that complement the drumbeat.
“Again” is about reconnecting with an old lover and rekindling the fire they made. The reconnection has Davina sprung, and she wants to tell the world how good it feels. In the first verse, she articulates her feelings clearly. "It’s me again calling / I need you / To know I am falling / In love again / And we started as friends / So we can love again," she sings to her homie/lover/friend.
She sees this rekindled relationship as long-term, and there's no stopping them now as she croons, "Baby, we’re here to win / Again / Our love brings sunshine and flow / And everyone will know / It’s love again."
We are happy to see Davina back in the game and back on our radar. The fact that she sounds as good today as she did back in the day is simply the icing on the cake. Get reacquainted with Davina when you listen to “Again” below and follow the artist on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to keep up with her and her new music. (Source: Soulbounce.com, 2022)
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Davina is a female artist from Fremont Ca. (East Bay Area) with a musical background and influence from her family making her destined to be involved with music one way or another. Davina began recording choruses for the local rap artists in her region creating a buzz for herself and in time she was presented with an opportunity by Big Tone of Sav It Out Records, presenting Davina's first solo album titled "The Last Laugh Is Mine" released in 2003. At the time Davina was the first female in Northern California to have an album in the R&B/Rap genre for a Latina/Chicana or a "mess" as Davina would say in her own words, considering she's a mix of Filipino and Spanish from her Mother and her Dad topped her off with Mexican, Apache Indian, German and Irish. Within a small amount of time the album caught the ears of many female audiences not to mention a solid male audience as well. Davina was proclaimed by her fans as the "Queen of Northern Cali" for her talent and subject matter touching on subjects that most women wouldn't. She is described as humble and real.
By Davina's second album, which was also released by Sav It Out Records, titled "On Some Real", Davina had a large following that was growing by the day, drawing in large and dedicated crowds at concerts and carshows. Davina has also featured on numerous projects and counting. With now 3 albums released Davina has accomplished so much by working hard, giving back to the community and she continues to do so on her own. As an unsigned artist, happily and strictly independent, she was finally able to release of her own solo project, her self titled album "Davina" which has shown many different sides of her writing abilities and musical talents and ear. (Can be downloaded on iTunes under "Davina")
She remains true to her fans and always takes them into consideration when writing each song and creating her music. She's always seen signing autographs, taking pictures, and interacting with her fans at events. Described as a down to earth individual who keeps it real as well as being a mother of two children, above all, while balancing her family life and music career, she manages to continue her familys talented genetics in music. Davina's albums continue to be successful and she plans to continue writing and producing music, while remaining close to her roots, family, home and where she came from. She is now a factor in the game- hate it or love it, but you have to respect it. Don't expect her to go anywhere anytime soon as she's just getting started with a bright career ahead of her and more oppurtinities on the way.
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Davina Shell is the main songwriter of Vancouver band Thee Ahhs. During the autumn 2014 she released a 7-track album Demos About Love consisting of demos made for her band Thee Ahhs.
The Way You Do
Davina Lyrics
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U Aint Even Knowin What U Do To Me-
Theres Somethin Bout U Baby That Keeps Callin Me-
U Got Me Feelin High Like Im On Ecstacy-
I Want U Next To Me- So Come N Step To Me.
I Feel Your Flow. Im Diggin Your Style.
Baby U Know Just How To Make Me Smile.
I Told U Once Before This Is As Real As Ull Get-
All That I Am Askin Is That U Keep It Real-
Im Lovin Everything About U N How U Make Me Feel.
[Hook:]
U Were Seekin Me- N I Was Peepin U.
N Im Knowin That U See- Youre Diggin On Me Too.
U Mean So Much To Me- What I Say Is True-
N I Love What U Do To Me- Definitely-
I Just Love The Way U Do. The Way U Do.
[Verse 2:]
I Cant Seem To Understand The Feelings Youve Inspired-
The Passion That I Feel Inside- It Burns Like Fire.
Tryin To Find Excuses Just To Be Around Ya-
Im So Glad I Found Ya- Its Hard To Be Without Ya Now-
Right Before I Go To Bed- These Thoughts Up In My Head-
Its U Thats On My Mind- I Reminisce On What U Said.
It Was Inevitable- The Way That Is Goin Down-
Youre Unforgettable- Im Lovin Havin U Around.
Tell Me Again- Can We Be Lovers And Friends?.
Driftin On A Memory- Youre All I See-
Youre Where I Wanna Be- N Thats Definitely.
I Feel That I Am Fortunate N Lucky To Have U-
Im Not The Only One Whos Lucky Cuz U Got Me Too.
Call It What U Want- Its Fate Or Destiny.
U Get The Message Loud N Clear-
Baby Its Meant To Be.
[Hook:]
Ooh. Ahh. The Way U Do- Its Just The Way U Do.
The Way U Do- The Way U Do.
[Hook Outro:]
I Love The Way U Do.
The song "The Way You Do" by Davina is a love song that describes the intense feelings that the singer has towards her lover. The first verse starts by describing how the singer is unable to resist her lover's charm and how she feels when she is around him. The lyrics convey a sense of euphoria and ecstasy that she experiences when she is with him. She also emphasizes that he has a distinctive quality about him that keeps calling her, and she can't get enough of him. The second verse talks about the intensity of the feelings and the burning passion that the singer has for her lover. She is unable to stop thinking about him, and he is always on her mind. The song describes the deep connection between two people that are meant to be together, and nothing could stop them.
The chorus of the song shows the depth of the singer's feelings for her lover. She expresses her love and appreciation for him and how much he means to her. The way he makes her feel is what she treasures the most, and she hopes that they will always be together.
In conclusion, the song "The Way You Do" by Davina is a beautiful love song that describes the intensity of love and the connection between two people that are meant to be together. It's a song that speaks to the heart and encourages listeners to believe in the power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
U Aint Even Knowin What U Do To Me-
You do not even realize the effect you have on me
Theres Somethin Bout U Baby That Keeps Callin Me-
There's something about you that keeps attracting me
U Got Me Feelin High Like Im On Ecstacy-
You make me feel so good, it's like I am on ecstasy
I Want U Next To Me- So Come N Step To Me.
I want you next to me, so come and be with me
I Feel Your Flow. Im Diggin Your Style.
I feel your vibe, and I love your way of being
Baby U Know Just How To Make Me Smile.
You know exactly what to do to make me happy
I Told U Once Before This Is As Real As Ull Get-
I have told you before that this is the real deal
Baby Stick With Me And U Will Have No Regrets.
If you stay with me, you won't regret it
All That I Am Askin Is That U Keep It Real-
All I ask of you is to be honest and genuine
Im Lovin Everything About U N How U Make Me Feel.
I love everything about you and how you make me feel
U Were Seekin Me- N I Was Peepin U.
You were looking for me, and I was checking you out
N Im Knowin That U See- Youre Diggin On Me Too.
And I know that you see it too, that you are interested in me
U Mean So Much To Me- What I Say Is True-
You mean a lot to me, and what I say is genuine
N I Love What U Do To Me- Definitely-
And I love how you make me feel, without a doubt
I Cant Seem To Understand The Feelings Youve Inspired-
I am struggling to understand the emotions you have brought out in me
The Passion That I Feel Inside- It Burns Like Fire.
The passion I feel inside is very intense and powerful
Tryin To Find Excuses Just To Be Around Ya-
I am trying to make excuses just to be near you
Im So Glad I Found Ya- Its Hard To Be Without Ya Now-
I am so happy I found you, and it's difficult to be without you now
Right Before I Go To Bed- These Thoughts Up In My Head-
Right before I go to sleep, these thoughts of you are in my head
Its U Thats On My Mind- I Reminisce On What U Said.
It's you that is on my mind, and I think back on what you said
It Was Inevitable- The Way That Is Goin Down-
It was inevitable that this would happen between us
Youre Unforgettable- Im Lovin Havin U Around.
You are unforgettable, and I love having you around
Tell Me Again- Can We Be Lovers And Friends?.
Can we be both lovers and friends? Please tell me again
Driftin On A Memory- Youre All I See-
Lost in thought, all I can see is you
Youre Where I Wanna Be- N Thats Definitely.
You are where I want to be, and that's for sure
I Feel That I Am Fortunate N Lucky To Have U-
I feel lucky and fortunate to have you in my life
Im Not The Only One Whos Lucky Cuz U Got Me Too.
But I'm not the only one who is lucky because you have me too
Call It What U Want- Its Fate Or Destiny.
You can call it whatever you want, but it's fate or destiny that brought us together
U Get The Message Loud N Clear- Baby Its Meant To Be.
I hope you understand the message loud and clear - baby, we are meant to be
I Love The Way U Do.
I love the way you do things, the way you are
Contributed by Landon A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.