Don has a very charming personality and his musical abilities have given him privileges at an early age of working alongside some of the greatest artists such as Paul Young, Dennis Brown, ABC, John Holt, Maxi Priest and many others. Don has even supported international artists like SWV, Massive Attack, Lisa Stansfield, and Wet Wet Wet.
In 1993 Don collaborated with Trevor T of Juggling Records and came with the huge Reggae hit ‘See it in your eyes’. This held the number 1 position in almost every Reggae chart for 12 weeks. ‘Lovers Do’, his follow up single entered the then Echoes Chart at number 9.
Don’s first album titled ‘Don Campbell, The Album’ was released in May 1994 and is still selling internationally and can still be found amongst most Reggae Lovers Collections. 1994 saw Don at the British Reggae Industry Award where he picked up 4 Awards for ‘Best New Comer’, ‘Best Male Vocalist’, ‘Best Singer’ and ‘Best Songwriter’. The Echoes paper described Don as ‘The most exciting UK Reggae Vocalist to emerge’. In 1995 at the Black Music Awards, Don walked away with Awards for ‘Best Reggae Soloist’ and ‘Best Reggae Single’.
In 1996 Don collaborated with General Saint, landing a number 1 spot in South East Asia with the cover of 60’s singer Neil Sedaka’s song ‘Oh Carol’ which was internationally a huge success.
After extensive touring all around Europe, South East Asia, Africa, America, Australia and Canada, Don returns in 1999 with an album called Reggae Max. Don went on to doing three more exciting albums between 2002 and 2004.
2005 sees the birth of ‘Blu Jeanz Records’ and ‘Camm Street Publishing’ owned by Directors Don Campbell and General Saint who have two rising stars signed to the Company - so look out for the whole new package, don’t say you have not been warned.
Don still continues to tour around Europe and England and is one of the UK’s most sought after Reggae Artists.
The final word from Don is ‘Even better things yet to come’.
See It In Your Eyes
Don Campbell Lyrics
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All lovers get ready...
Oooh I know that I've done you wrong baby.
But I'll make it up to you.
Girl I know that I've done wrong, and I didn't treat you right, Honey!
I know that I still love you, and our future is right.
You don't tell me that you love me, but you tell all your friends.
Ooh baby, why don't you tell me when I'm close to you!
And I can feel it when you move!
I can see it in your eyes.
I can feel it when you move.
close to me baby!
Close to me baby!
Aw yeahhh!
Youuuu...
Youuu ohhh ohhh!
Kon a don don ohhhh oh!
Repeat
Don Campbell's song "See It In Your Eyes" speaks of a man who wronged his lover and aims to make it up to her. He is aware of his past actions and that he did not treat her right, but he professes his love for her and maintains that their future is promising. Despite her not vocalizing her feelings for him, he can tell that she loves him by the way she moves and looks at him. The lyrics are delivered in a smooth, soulful manner with the use of the classic lovers rock rhythm synonymous with Jamaican Reggae music.
The song's introspective theme explores the idea of relying on non-verbal communication and subtle body language to gauge someone's feelings for you. It paints a picture of a relationship where words are not enough, but actions and expressions are what truly reveal one's emotions. The artist is acknowledging and owning his past mistakes in the relationship, but he is also confident that he can create a promising future with his lover by looking into her eyes, feeling her movements, and being in sync with her.
"See It In Your Eyes" is a popular song in Jamaican culture, often played at social events, weddings, and parties. It has a timeless quality that has led to its continuing popularity; the rhythm and beat are infectious and enjoyable, making it a song that one can dance or relax to. The song beautifully combines reggae, lovers rock, and soul to create a perfect balance of sounds that are pleasing to the ear.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo...
Attention grabber to focus on what's coming next
All lovers get ready...
Attention to all lovers to get prepared to listen to a song related to their emotions
Oooh I know that I've done you wrong baby.
Apology for the wrongdoings with emphasis on wanting to make up for them
But I'll make it up to you.
Assurance to make amends for the wrongdoing
Girl I know that I've done wrong, and I didn't treat you right, Honey!
Acknowledgment of wrongdoing and admission of not having treated the person the way they deserve
I know that I still love you, and our future is right.
Reiteration of love for the person and belief in a positive future ahead
You don't tell me that you love me, but you tell all your friends.
Observation of the person not expressing their feelings directly and instead sharing with others
Ooh baby, why don't you tell me when I'm close to you!
Request to express feelings directly when in close proximity
Cause I can see it in your eyes...
Claim to be able to read the person's emotions through their eyes
And I can feel it when you move!
Sensitivity towards the person's movements and gestures as an indication of their emotions
I can see it in your eyes.
Reiteration of ability to understand the person's emotions through their eyes
I can feel it when you move.
Reiteration of sensitivity towards the person's movements and gestures as an indication of their emotions
close to me baby!
Invitation to be physically close and to express emotions directly
Close to me baby!
Reiteration of the invitation to be physically close and to express emotions directly
Aw yeahhh!
Expression of excitement or enthusiasm
Youuuu...
Continued focus on the person being addressed
Youuu ohhh ohhh!
Reiteration of focus on the person being addressed with added emphasis on emotions
Kon a don don ohhhh oh!
Repetition of sounds for musical effect
Contributed by Ruby P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Blsd1
Them days when true love was found easily, these days you have to dig for it like gold. someone give me dem days back please. all i need is old school love. 2020
@sarahayre6278
Llllllllllllpl
@tevinarnold2529
Ur right but u sound so hurt, but I feel your pain. Don't give up yet u probably u will get the right man whom will love u for u & genuinely.
@corellalexander2394
I’m true love right here beautiful, you don’t gotta look any further
@vickie100
Ah di truth
@pebbles4715
Late reply, but feeling your vibe, time goes by, yet feels still when I listen to these absolute top songs. Love and blessings 🌹
@ManCityChampions12
Big up all Old Trafford crew, big up the 1990’s you know who you are, nuff love x
@monzorella1
Who is still listening in 2024!?!?
@mohawkr33
I got this on a cassette tape I stole from my older brother many years lol
@monzorella1
@@mohawkr33 Wow!!! 🤣