In 1997, their album Think Like a Girl entered Billboard's Top Reggae Albums chart at No.1. They also reached's Hot 100's top 40 with their cover version of the song "I Say a Little Prayer", which was featured in the soundtrack to the film My Best Friend's Wedding. They were also featured on the 1997 soundtrack to the documentary When We Were Kings, where they performed a duet of the same title with Brian McKnight. In 1998 they joined Celine Dion and Brownstone on stage to perform their hit "Treat Her Like A Lady" at the Essence Awards, in which they received a standing ovation. That year they also appeared on Soul Train, The RuPaul Show, and VIBE to promote Think Like a Girl.
By the new millennium, King was in negotiations with Madonna's Maverick label. In 2002 King released their third album Respect, it became a hit overseas, but was never released in the US, despite its first single "Summer Breezin'" receiving BET and VH1 video and radio airplay.
In 2007, they co-wrote and recorded the song "The Light Within" with the German reggae artist Gentleman, for his album Another Intensity. They also had the girl duo Brick & Lace join them on one of their concerts as backup singers. Later that year, they formed their own record label, ThinkLikeAgirl. They also tour Asia annually.
In 2010, King's record label ThinkLikeAgirL Music Inc. went through a licensing deal with Warner Music Japan with the release of their fourth album, Warrior Gurl. This was released in Japan on 22 September 2010. An upgraded version was released digitally in the United States on iTunes and all major online music stores (under the title Agirlnameking) on their birthday, November 8, 2012.
On June 28, 2012, Diana King declared "Yes I am a Lesbian" to their fans from their official Facebook page.
They were honored for their bravery on 16 December 2012 and were presented with the prestigious "Vanguard Award" at the Out Music Awards in Las Vegas, NV. King is the first Jamaican artist to ever publicly come out. Jamaica is at the top of the list of the countries who are extremely violent and intolerant toward the LGBT community. Their recent material can be heard on their official website http://www.dianakingdom.com.
Love Me Thru The Night
Diana King Lyrics
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And I need U Tonight
TALK: Lover a waah yu come gi mi super intermede
Trust mi deal wid di case seen watch dis
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Love me tonight
Baby yu drive mi crazy when yu
Tickle me belly an yo rub down mi body an yu touch mi de so lawd yu get me so hot
Loving yu gi mi give it to mi as yu si mi as yu walk thru di door
Because mi cyad wait no more
Tick Tick Tick mi no stop watch di clock
Di way yu mek mi gwaan no add man can do dat
Love is all I have so my love is all I give
A tell yu dem de ting de keep yu rocking and sing
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Waah yu know
X amount a love, nuff tenda touch
Waah yu body bad Jah know mi want it so much
Hmm mi waah yu full up mi cup
Hmm giddy up giddy up
Quick quick quick mi no got no patience
Ole eep a lovin' want it in abundance
Squeeze mi tight an hole mi right an no bada ease up till a mawning light
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Hear mi now all night long like a horse mi kick up
Twenty four seven yu have mi jus a rail up
Hmm mi waah yu give up di love
Hmm can't get enough
Kiss mi all over mi body
No baby don't pet it
Jus give it mi wi set it
Si di riddim yu fi ride it
Hot like a fire
Seh mi wi bun like a peppa
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
TALK: See it ya know
a it dis yu kno
a waah si now yu ago deal wid it
i no my yout
Jus work pon mi case seen
BRIDGE: Cause yu know
what I want
You know what I need
You know u've got to give me
anytime that I please yes
Love me tonight
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Cause you know what I want and u know what I need
U got to give me what I want anytime I please
Cause U got what I want and you got what I need
Love me tonight
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Love me love me
Squeeze me squeeze me
The lyrics of Diana King's "Love Me Thru the Night" are focused on a sensuous and passionate plea to be loved all through the night. The song describes the physical and emotional sensations that come with being deeply in love with someone. The singer admits to their burning desire for their lover, constantly watching the clock until they can be reunited with them. The lyrics are vividly descriptive, using phrases like "tickling my belly" and "loving you gives me" to accentuate the intensity of their longing. The song is an expression of the need for love, comfort and validation that comes with a deep, intimate partnership.
The songโs opening guitar riff is instantly recognizable and sets the tone for the rest of the song. The female vocalist pleads for love and attention from her lover all through the night. There is a spoken intro and a bridge which reinforces that she wants to be loved, needs to be loved, and desires fulfillment every time she pleases. Interestingly, the chorus, which is the crux of the song, starts off slow but picks up the pace quite rapidly โ like the escalation of passion in a romantic relationship. The song is further enhanced with the addition of saxophone and electric guitar, leaving no doubt that this is a sensual love song.
Line by Line Meaning
U know I want U
I desire your presence and attention.
And I need U Tonight
I require your companionship this evening.
Love me thru the night
Demonstrate affection towards me all night long.
Squeeze me so tight
Hold me closely with force.
Love me tonight tonight
Love me with passion on this particular night.
Give me tender touch
Touch me gently and affectionately.
Love me so much
Love me with intense emotion.
Baby yu drive mi crazy when yu
Your actions cause me to lose control of my thoughts and feelings.
Tickle me belly an yo rub down mi body an yu touch mi de so lawd yu get me so hot
Your touches, rubs, and tickles are arousing me to an intense degree.
Loving yu gi mi give it to mi as yu si mi as yu walk thru di door
As soon as you see me, show me affection and love.
Because mi cyad wait no more
I cannot endure waiting any longer.
Tick Tick Tick mi no stop watch di clock
I am continuously keeping time, waiting for you.
Di way yu mek mi gwaan no add man can do dat
No other man has the ability to make me feel the way you do.
Love is all I have so my love is all I give
My heart is filled with love, and I give it all to you.
A tell yu dem de ting de keep yu rocking and sing
I am letting you know that my love is genuine and will keep you excited and happy.
Waah yu know
I want you to understand.
X amount a love, nuff tenda touch
I want a substantial amount of love and tender touches.
Waah yu body bad Jah know mi want it so much
I desire your body strongly.
Hmm mi waah yu full up mi cup
I want you to fill me up with love and passion.
Hmm giddy up giddy up
Let's get things moving quickly.
Quick quick quick mi no got no patience
I am impatient and want affection quickly.
Ole eep a lovin' want it in abundance
I want a lot of love and affection.
Squeeze mi tight an hole mi right an no bada ease up till a mawning light
Hold me closely and keep me satisfied until morning comes.
Hear mi now all night long like a horse mi kick up
I will be vocal with pleasure all throughout the night.
Twenty four seven yu have mi jus a rail up
I am always aroused by your presence.
Hmm mi waah yu give up di love
I want you to show me love and affection.
Hmm can't get enough
I need more of your love and passion.
Kiss mi all over mi body
Kiss me all throughout my body.
No baby don't pet it
Don't be gentle, be passionate.
Jus give it mi wi set it
Be enthusiastic and show me your love.
Si di riddim yu fi ride it
Feel the beat and express your love.
Hot like a fire
Intense and passionate.
Seh mi wi bun like a peppa
I am so passionate, I will burn like hot pepper.
See it ya know
Pay attention.
a it dis yu kno
This is what we are dealing with.
a waah si now yu ago deal wid it
This is what you will have to manage.
i no my yout
I know you can handle it.
Jus work pon mi case seen
Concentrate on loving me passionately and affectionately.
Cause yu know
Because you understand.
what I want
What I need from you.
You know what I need
You understand my desires.
You know u've got to give me
You have to show me love and attention.
anytime that I please yes
Whenever I desire.
Love me love me
Love me with passion.
Squeeze me squeeze me
Hold me tightly with force.
Contributed by Avery B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Joel BT
You know I want you and I need you tonight
Lover a waah yu come gi mi super intermede
Trust mi deal wid di case seen watch dis
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight, tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Love me tonight
Baby yu drive mi crazy when you
Tickle me belly an yo rub down mi body an yu touch mi de so lawd yu get me so hot
Loving yu gi mi give it to mi as yu si mi as yu walk thru di door
Because mi cyad wait no more
Tick tick tick mi no stop watch di clock
Di way yu mek mi gwaan no add man can do dat
Love is all I have so my love is all I give
A tell yu dem de ting de keep yu rocking and sing
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight, tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Waah yu know
X amount a love, nuff tenda touch
Waah yu body bad
Jah know mi want it so much
Mi waah yu full up mi cup
Hmm giddy up giddy up
Quick quick quick mi no got no patience
Ole eep a lovin' want it in abundance
Squeeze mi tight an hole mi right an no bada ease up till a mawning light
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight, tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Hear mi now all night long like a horse mi kick up
Twenty four seven yu have mi jus a rail up
Hmm mi waah yu give up di love
Hmm can't get enough
Kiss mi all over mi body
No baby don't pet it
Just give it mi wi set it si di riddim yu fi ride it
Hot like a fire
Seh mi wi bun like a peppa
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight, tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
See it ya know a it dis yu kno a waah si now yu ago deal wid it I no my yout
Jus work pon mi case seen
Cause yu know what I want
You know what I need
You know u've got to give me anytime that I please yes
Love me tonight
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight, tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Cause you know what I want and u know what I need
U got to give me what I want anytime I please
Cause u got what I want and you got what I need
Love me tonight
Love me thru the night
Squeeze me so tight
Love me tonight, tonight
Give me tender touch
Love me so much
Love me tonight
Love me, love me...
Squeeze me, squeeze me...
crimson knight
One of the greatest records produced; it's 2022 and this still sendsโค๐ฆพ
Jackie H
Still on repeat in 2018! Diana is a Legend in her own right.
Bridget Kapasa
Still sounds great in 2022!! These were the best songs of our time
vDeloris Aspinal-Burrows
Amazing voice, versatile and talented. I have love her from her very first album. just fantastic.
Bernice Angoh-Lee
2019 and this is still ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅHoly 90s๐๐พ๐๐พ
Jackie Churchill
noone does it like diana she really nails this song
84PURPLEPASSION
THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG ON THIS ALBUM
Gerald Mashishi
2019 anyone?! I'm still repeating this beauty!!
Solo Artique
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mike murunga
Yebo. This album was bangin too.