She is currently known for her 2005 Canadian radio hit "Old Skool Love." However she's had a following since she first surfaced as Michelle (Boo-Boo) Brown, gaining fame for her amazing five-octave range. Even without an album prior to 2005, she was invited to perform at various musical festivals around the world.
Brown grew up in Toronto, Ontario.
Déjà vu
Divine Brown Lyrics
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(Chorus)
(Baby) baby baby baby
Is this something new? (something new)
Or is this a bad case of déjà vu (deja)
Visions that I've seen before showing up in you
This is such a bad case of déjà vu (deja baby deja vu)
Ooh I'm dependant
Got a feeling something ain't right
In front of me in plain sight
Ahh I'm not with it
'Cause I feel like I'm in danger
Dealing with a stranger
Sometimes I get lost in and out of love
But at what cost?
And other times win or loose
Nothing grab you by the ...
And tell you where to...
I've seen this before
[Chorus]
[Verse 2:]
It's always easier to judge with hind-sight (hind-sight)
Especially when I think of the way it use to be (oh oh ooh ooh that's all I think about)
Oh love feels so good now like a flower to a honey bee (flower, honey bee, sunshine)
But at one time (one time) I've seen it all come to an end (oh oh oh oh)
And I can't let this happen again (woo)
[Chorus]
[Bridge:]
Déjà vu déjà vu déjà vu déjà vu ooh
Why does it go?
When it comes to love all good things come to an end
I don't want to loose you baby
But I don't want to make the same mistakes again again
[Chorus x2]
In Divine Brown's song "Deja Vu," the artist expresses uncertainty and apprehension in a romantic relationship. She questions whether this is a new experience or if it's simply a repetition of past patterns. The chorus repeats the phrase "baby baby baby, is this something new, or is this a bad case of déjà vu," emphasizing her confusion and lack of clarity.
In the first verse, Divine Brown sings about feeling dependent and unsafe with her partner. She admits to getting "lost in and out of love" and wonders at what cost she may have to continue the relationship. In the second verse, Brown reflects on her past experiences with love and how it often ends in disappointment, even though the beginning of love always feels good.
The bridge repeats the phrase "déjà vu" and laments the idea that all good things must come to an end. Brown expresses her desire to not lose her partner and not make the same mistakes again. The chorus then repeats again, emphasizing the confusion and anxiety that Divine Brown feels.
Overall, "Deja Vu" is a song that beautifully captures the complicated nature of relationships and the uncertainty that often comes with falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby baby baby baby
Addressing a lover with care and concern
Is this something new? (something new)
Querying about the authenticity of a situation
Or is this a bad case of déjà vu (deja)
Wondering if past patterns and mistakes are repeating
Visions that I've seen before showing up in you
Seeing old patterns in their significant other's behavior
This is such a bad case of déjà vu (deja baby deja vu)
Realizing that this is not a new situation and feeling overwhelmed
Ooh I'm dependant
Admitting emotional dependence on someone else
Got a feeling something ain't right
Feeling uneasy about the current state of the relationship
In front of me in plain sight
Recognizing that issues are present and easily noticeable
Ahh I'm not with it
Feeling disconnected from the situation
'Cause I feel like I'm in danger
Feeling threatened by the relationship's uncertain status
Dealing with a stranger
Feeling distant from someone they used to know well
Sometimes I get lost in and out of love
Experiencing fluctuating emotions in love
But at what cost?
Questioning the toll that relationships can have
And other times win or loose
Experiencing ups and downs in love
Nothing grab you by the...
Life not providing clear direction or guidance
And tell you where to...
Feeling directionless and lacking clarity
I've seen this before
Recognizing that this situation has happened previously
It's always easier to judge with hind-sight (hind-sight)
Reflecting on past experiences and decisions
Especially when I think of the way it use to be (oh oh ooh ooh that's all I think about)
Thinking about past experiences with nostalgia and longing
Oh love feels so good now like a flower to a honey bee (flower, honey bee, sunshine)
Acknowledging the current positive feelings in the relationship
But at one time (one time) I've seen it all come to an end (oh oh oh oh)
Knowing from past experience that things can come crashing down
And I can't let this happen again (woo)
Determined to learn from past mistakes and not repeat them
Why does it go?
Wondering why good things come to an end
When it comes to love all good things come to an end
Reflecting on the transient nature of love
I don't want to loose you baby
Expressing a desire to hold onto their partner
But I don't want to make the same mistakes again again
Determined to avoid repeating past mistakes
Contributed by Adam V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@missdarc1366
She’s so underrated! Glad there’s a live recording of her singing my fave! Still come on YT to listen to her. ❤
@sandramoore2129
She’s so underrated! This girl can sing.
@frankkatsaros8600
Just had the pleasure of meeting and hearing Divine live. What a set of pipes! Terrific!
@TerrySpringbody
The notes at the end tho.... the breath control... I am absolutely pleased.
@thomascoffey6503
that lady can sing a song she is beyond soul.
@michellematos7746
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@jialove
Yes, she can.
@BenWinder108
She is way too underated.
@lewischestnut7496
She's gifted, absolutely stunning.
@denisedublin4522
Love this song 👏👏👏