Emjay (born Marie-Josée Riel on December 9, 1974) is a dance artist of Fren… Read Full Bio ↴Emjay (born Marie-Josée Riel on December 9, 1974) is a dance artist of French-Canadian decent. She originates from Rockland, just outside of Ottawa and had a series of dance hits throughout the 1990s. Her style of dance music was Euro Dance with high-energy techno beat and passionate female vocals. Her music was rather well-known to Canadian dance music fans.

Her passion for music began at age 12, with a 7 year stint singing as a backup vocalist with a local Ottawa band. She devoted virtually all her spare time practising the many different choreographs, along with aerobic training to ensure she was in top shape for her live performances of non-stop singing and dancing. Even at that young age, Emjay was willing to work hard and do what it took to attain her dream; to one day become a lead singer. The effort was well recognised; the band won 8 American Guild Awards. Still with the band in 1993, Emjay won first place as Pop Solo Artist at the American Guild Awards.

In 1994 she recorded a solo project, resulting in her first recording contract with Primus, and the song "Sound Of My Heartbeat", which charted at #7 on The Record's Dance chart. More singles followed, "Fascinated" (a cover of the 1986 hit by Company B) rose to #5, "Flying To The Moon" to #3, and her biggest success yet to come, "In Your Arms". In July 1995, she performed at the Théâtre du Forum in Montreal alongside Bananarama, Whigfield, Los Del Mar, BKS and others, in front of a 5000 capacity-crowd.

In August 1995, Emjay's first album, In Your Arms was released. This debut earned her five hit singles in Canada, and In Your Arms led to her first Juno for Best Dance Recording at the 26th Annual Juno Awards, on January 29, 1997, and a MuchMusic Video Award.

In November 1997 Emjay signed with Tycoon Records. Although a new album never appeared, her single "Over & Over" led to Emjay once again being nominated for Best Dance Recording at the Juno Awards.

Be My Man
Emjay Lyrics

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I've been looking for a good time
I've been dancing all alone for so long
I can't wait for you any longer
Cause I need you by my side, you're just driving me wild

I love the way you groove, I love the way you move
Hold me closer, closer to you
I love the way you groove, I love the way you move

Hold me closer, closer to you

Do you understand
Can you be my man, can you be my man
Do you understand
Can you be my man, can you be my man

Be be be, be my man

I've been looking for this good vibe
I've been watching all ... all night long
I can't wait for you to get closer
Cause I need you by my side, you're just driving me wild

I love the way you groove, I love the way you move
Hold me closer, closer to you
I love the way you groove, I love the way you move
Hold me closer, closer to you

I've been looking for a good time
I've been dancing all alone for so long

I can't wait for you any longer
Cause I need you by my side, you're just driving me wild

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Emjay's song "Be My Man" express a desire for connection and the need for a romantic partner. The singer has been "looking for a good time" and "dancing all alone for so long," but is now searching for someone to share those experiences with. The repeated phrase "I love the way you groove, I love the way you move" indicates that the singer has found someone they are interested in and attracted to, and wants to be close to them. The choruses repeat the question "Can you be my man?" which suggests that the singer is looking for more than just a casual fling, but someone to commit to and be in a relationship with.

The song's lyrics are relatively straightforward, and the use of repetition emphasizes the singer's desire for connection and closeness with the other person. The upbeat tempo and danceable rhythm of the song also convey a sense of excitement and anticipation. Overall, "Be My Man" is a fun and catchy pop song that expresses the universal desire for romantic connection and companionship.

Line by Line Meaning

I've been looking for a good time
I've been searching for fun and excitement in my life

I've been dancing all alone for so long
I have been spending a lot of time alone, dancing to pass the time

I can't wait for you any longer
I am eager to have you in my life, and cannot wait any longer for you to be here

Cause I need you by my side, you're just driving me wild
I crave your company and presence, it excites me and makes me feel alive

I love the way you groove, I love the way you move
I am fascinated by your style of dancing and the way you carry yourself

Hold me closer, closer to you
I want to be close to you physically and emotionally

Do you understand Can you be my man, can you be my man Do you understand Can you be my man, can you be my man
I am asking if you comprehend what I am trying to communicate, and if you are willing to be in a romantic relationship with me

Be be be, be my man
I am expressing my desire for you to be my boyfriend or partner

I've been looking for this good vibe
I have been searching for a positive and uplifting energy in my life

I've been watching all ... all night long
I have been observing and paying attention to the people around me, hoping to find someone special

I can't wait for you to get closer
I am eager for our relationship to progress and for you to become more intimately involved in my life

Cause I need you by my side, you're just driving me wild
Your presence and attention brings out a strong and intense passion within me

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