There are at least two artists using the name Don Carlos:

1) Italian… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists using the name Don Carlos:

1) Italian deep house producer and DJ Carlo Troja
2) Jamaican reggae singer and composer

1) Carlo Troja aka Don Carlos hails from Varese, in the North of Italy, and is active as a DJ from the late 70's.

He debuted as a producer towards the end of the 80's with the single 'Alone' on Calypso Records (Irma), which became one of the cult tracks of the international Deep House scene. His productions have always mixed House rhythms with afro-american jazz sounds, verging sometime towards disco, sometime towards progressive house or electronic soul.

In 1992 IRMA USA released his first album 'Mediterraneo', followed in 1993 by the Montego Bay project, produced together with Stefano Tirone (S-Tone Inc.), also on IRMA. He then released some singles on the Chicago based label Guidance under the Aquanauts moniker. He also reached the UK charts with the hit 'You Make Me Feel', sung by Byron Stingley, cover of the cult song by Sylvester.

In 2000 he released a single on Erik Morillo's Subliminal Soul label and played highly acclaimed gigs at Ministry of Sound and Turnmills in London. In 2002 he released his third album 'Music in My Mind' featuring top guest vocalists like Kim Mazelle, Michelle Weeks, Taka Boom and Kevin Bryant.

Following two mixed compilations ('Cafe De Paris Saint Tropez' and 'DJ Set') in 2004 IRMA released a collection of his 90's productions titled 'Mediterraneo', like his debut US album.

After that a serious car accident kept him away from clubs and recording studio for several months. Finally back in shape he released his fourth album 'The Cool Deep', 8 years since the previous one, which includes all the unreleased material produced during this time.

2) Don Carlos (born Euvin Spencer) was born and raised in one of the most deprived regions of Western Kingston, Jamaica, in a district known as Waterhouse. It was also a musical spawning ground for many of Reggae's greatest talents, such as King Tubby, The Jays, Junior Reid and King Jammy. Don Carlos started his singing career in 1973, as one of the original members of the roots vocal group Black Uhuru.

Alongside other founding members, Don played a prominent role in the recordings of the highly acclaimed Love Crisis album for producer Prince Jammy in 1977. The album was later re-released and re-titled as Black Sounds of Freedom. A year after the trio's ground breaking debut, Don Carlos surprisingly decided to part company in pursuit of a solo career. Having needed at least three years to get the grips of being a soloist, plus developing a knack for song writing and grooming that distinctive, vocal styling it wasn't until May 1981 that Carlos really took the fraternity by storm, courtesy of a heavy, roots and culture flavored show case album Suffering for Negus Roots.

Since then, working alongside Goldie, his side kick, co-writer and back-up vocalist, having built and consolidated a staunch following through touring the live circuit--plus 12 solo albums--there has been no turning back.

Artist website: http://www.doncarlosreggae.com/

You Are My Sunshine
Don Carlos Lyrics

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You are my sunshine, you are my rain
In stormy weather you ease all my pain
Oh baby I love you so
And I really really want you to know
Little girl, you're mine, you're mine
So don't you ever let me down
Only you will wear my crown
Oh babe I love you so

By this then you should know
When I look at you
All my grey skies turn to blue
You really brighten my night
You bring joy to my life, little girl, a-little girl
So don't you ever let me down
Only you will wear my crown
Oh babe I love you so
By this then you should know
You are my sunshine, you are my rain
In stormy weather you ease my pain
Oh baby I love you so
And I really really want you to know
You are my sunshine, you are my raaaiiiiin
A-dededede eeeen a-dededede eeeeen a-de de de de eeeeen a-dede de de eeeeen
When I'm with you, girl,
There's feeling for you, girl
I know it's you, girl
It's love for me and you
You are my sunshine, you are my rain
In stormy weathers you ease my pain
Oh baby I love you so
And I really really want you to know, little girl, a-little girl
You really brighten my night
You bring joy to my life, little girl,
A dededede eeeeee eeeen

A dededede adedededeeeee
A dededede adededeeeeeee

Overall Meaning

The song "You Are My Sunshine" by Don Carlos is a love song that reflects on the joy and comfort that comes with being with the person you love. The lyrics speak of the various ways in which the subject of the song, the love interest of the singer, brings sunshine and rain into his life. The singer acknowledges that life can be difficult and painful, but the presence of his lover brings him ease and comfort. He declares his love and devotion, reminding his partner that she wears his crown and is the only one who can truly satisfy him.

The lyrics also speak to the transformative power of love. The singer notes that when he is with his partner, all his grey skies turn to blue. The imagery here suggests a shift from darkness and sadness to brightness and joy. The love the two share is a source of light and positivity that can overcome any storm. This idea is reinforced by the repetition of the lines that declare the singer's love and devotion, each time with greater intensity.

Overall, "You Are My Sunshine" is a song that celebrates love and the happiness it brings. The lyrics paint a picture of two people who are deeply connected and devoted to one another, able to weather any storm together.

Line by Line Meaning

You are my sunshine, you are my rain
You are the source of light and comfort in my life, even during periods of tumult and difficulty.

In stormy weather you ease all my pain
Even in the midst of life's challenges, you provide me with a sense of calm and security.

Oh baby I love you so, and I really really want you to know
My feelings for you are strong and genuine, and I want to make sure you understand how much you mean to me.

Little girl, you're mine, you're mine
You are the chosen one in my heart, the person I have claimed as mine and mine alone.

So don't you ever let me down, only you will wear my crown
I am counting on you to be true and faithful, as you are the only one who can hold the highest place in my heart.

By this then you should know
I hope that my words and actions make my feelings clear to you.

When I look at you, all my grey skies turn to blue
Simply being in your presence brings me great happiness and peace.

You really brighten my night
Being with you makes even the darkest of evenings feel light and joyful.

You bring joy to my life, little girl, a-little girl
You are a source of happiness and delight in my life, and I feel lucky to have you.

When I'm with you, girl, there's feeling for you, girl
Being around you creates a deep emotional connection that I can't deny.

I know it's you, girl, it's love for me and you
I am certain that my affection for you is genuine and reciprocated.

A-dededede eeeen a-dededede eeeeen a-de de de de eeeeen a-dede de de eeeeen
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A dededede eeeeee eeeen
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A dededede adedededeeeee
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A dededede adededeeeeeee
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