This multi-talented individual has a music career that has spanned for more… Read Full Bio ↴This multi-talented individual has a music career that has spanned for more than twenty years, in which time DAWNAY has more that proved his mettle as a producer, songwriter, performer and musician.

He showcases a creative drive that is always innovative, consistently excellent and definitely one that has contributed immeasurable to South Africa's creative wealth, where his charm and talent come in equal measure and being renowned (or is that notorious?) for the fanaticism of his female devotees.

Finally, this superstar has gone solo with the release of his debut single and album 'U TOUCH ME'. The release of the album quickly shot DAWNAY to prominence in early 2001 with his red-hot CD single breaking all chart records in the Cape, toppling, at various times, artists such as SHAGGY and DESTINY'S CHILD from the No1 position.

With that said, DAWNAY is certainly not a 'one-hit-wonder', his follow up singles burning up the airwaves include 'HIGH ….. OOOPS BABY!', YOU'RE MY WORLD', the solid groove -club anthem 'THE REAL THING', 'MY BABY TONIGHT'….. and, 'COON CARNIVAL'.

Having first conquered the Western Cape, DAWNAY went on to seduce the rest of South Africa, and at the time of writing, steps are in motion regarding his international release - where 'U Touch Me' has caused interest. As a result of this interest, Warner Music UK sent DAWNAY a brand new track to record - 'OOPS DO U LUV ME', which also appears on '2nd Coming'. In addition, new remixes were done by Warner Music UK of 'U touch Me' - which appear for the first time ever in South Africa - along with a new video as well.

DAWNAY caused a sensation opening for SHAGGY on his 2002 tour of South Africa, where he securely established himself not only as a No. 1 recording artist, but also as a live performer of great ability and talent. Recent additions to his list of achievements include performances at the Waterdome, the Ubuntu Village over the World Summit period, Highveld Radio's JOBURG DAY Event as well as the Jacaranda Pops 2002, a challenging live musical extravaganza, where he performed with the addition of a 56 piece orchestra and 60 piece choir. In 2002 Dawnay also recieved a SAMA nomination for "Best pop album". Dawnay's hit song "You touch me", was also used in a "Simba" advert and the song was also the only local song used in the Coca-Cola pop stars auditions.

'2nd Coming' features a brace of new hits - most notably the irresistible 'BRANDY' and the infectious 'GIVE ME ONE MORE CHANCE' - both brand-new originals - and also a stonking, steaming remake of the classic hit '(Flash A) FLASHLIGHT.'

In 2005, Dawnay collaborated with with other South African Superstars (Watershed, Malaika, Dr Victor, Yolanda, Choppa, Eleven and Denim) on the SA Artists Relief Project - "Side by side with angels" to raise funds for tsunami victims.

Internationally, DAWNAY has signed a deal in London, for a global record and music publishing deal with WARNER MUSIC INTERNATIONAL in February of this year, realizing 8 different re-mixes of 'U TOUCH ME' across Europe' UK, France, Spain, Greece, Germany, Sweden, Ireland, Austria, Switzerland etc.
Dawnay newest CD – “Shame & Scandal in the Family”

DAWNAY burst on the scene as a solo superstar with his smash hit “U Touch Me”. This was quickly followed with other hits such as “Brandy”. Live performances followed - a highlight being DAWNAY's appearance with Shaggy on his SA tour - plus a string of concert and corporate egagements, which grow by the day.

2007 brings a brand new smash hit for DAWNAY – “Shame & Scandal In the Family” - plus a new CD of the same name, including great tracks such as “You To Me Are Everything” and a South African entry to the international MIDEM Music Convention in Cannes, “What's Your Name?”

DAWNAY has also filmed a new music video for “Shame & Scandal In the Family”

Touch Me
Dawnay Lyrics

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Ladies and gentlemen.
Woah woah woah woah
Cause I'm your baby tonight.

You touch me horny
ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
You touch me funky.
Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.

Come on and love me
Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah

Cause I'm your baby tonight.

You touch me horny
ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
You touch me funky.
Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
Come on and do me

Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
Cause I'm your baby tonight.

Every time when I see the look in your eyes, the feelings good, the feelings right. Cause I wanna love ya baby, I wanna touch ya darling tonight. Yeah cause I'm your baby tonight.
As we walk on the show, everyday holding hands, faking love. Cause I wanna love ya baby, I wanna touch ya Darling tonight. Yeah cause I'm your baby tonight.
You touch me horny
ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
You touch me funky.
Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
Come on and love me.
Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
cause I'm your baby tonight.
You touch me horny
ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
You touch me funky.
Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
Come on and do me
Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
Cause I'm your baby tonight
When I look in your eyes.

It makes me feel alive. Wanted to feel your love all night long.
Coz I wanna love ya baby, I wanna touch ya Darling tonight. Yeah coz I'm your baby tonight. We can walk, we can talk all night long

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dawnay's song, "Touch Me" suggest a passionate desire for touch and love from a significant other. The singer begins the song by declaring to the audience that they are their baby tonight, setting the stage for the romantic nature of the song. The chorus repeats the singer's desire to be touched in a "horny and funky" way, asking their lover to come and love them. The repetition of "ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah" conveys the excitement and desire for touch that the singer is feeling.

The second verse describes the singer's desire to love and touch their partner, stating that they want to do so all night long. They also note that they walk together every day holding hands, but it is just a "fake love", suggesting a desire for deeper and more meaningful love. The chorus reinforces the desire for touch and love, repeating the same lyrics as before.

The final verse again expresses the desire to feel alive and wanted through touch and love, ultimately leading to a desire to walk and talk all night long with their partner. Overall, the lyrics suggest a deep desire for physical and emotional intimacy with a significant other.

Line by Line Meaning

Ladies and gentlemen.
The singer is addressing the audience.

Woah woah woah woah
An expression of excitement and anticipation for the music that is about to be played.

Cause I'm your baby tonight.
The singer is proclaiming that they belong to the audience and are ready to perform for them.

You touch me horny ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
The singer is expressing the physical pleasure they feel when touched in a romantic or sexual manner.

You touch me funky. Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah.
The singer is expressing the excitement and joy they feel when their partner touches them in a unique or unconventional way.

Come on and love me Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah
The singer is requesting their partner to show them affection and love.

Every time when I see the look in your eyes, the feelings good, the feelings right. Cause I wanna love ya baby, I wanna touch ya darling tonight. Yeah cause I'm your baby tonight.
The singer is expressing their attraction and affection towards their partner, and their desire to be intimate with them.

As we walk on the show, everyday holding hands, faking love. Cause I wanna love ya baby, I wanna touch ya Darling tonight. Yeah cause I'm your baby tonight.
The singer is describing a fake or staged relationship they have with their partner, but expresses their true desire to be intimate with them.

Come on and do me Ah ha ah ha ah ha ahh yeah. Cause I'm your baby tonight.
The singer is making a sexual request towards their partner.

When I look in your eyes. It makes me feel alive. Wanted to feel your love all night long. Coz I wanna love ya baby, I wanna touch ya Darling tonight. Yeah coz I'm your baby tonight. We can walk, we can talk all night long
The singer is expressing their attraction towards their partner, and their desire to spend time with them and engage in intimate activities.

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