Born in Jamaica in 1965, Blake was born blind but as a child had his sight partially restored by an operation on a hospital ship. He sang for, and impressed Stevie Wonder when Wonder visited the school that Blake attended, prompting him to pursue a singing career.
Adopting the stage name Frankie Paul, he first found fame in the early 1980s, and he recorded prolifically throughout the decade. He has recorded for virtually every producer and studio in Jamaica at some time, and has been known to release several albums a year.
Notable works of Frankie Paul include the popular "Sara" and "Worries in the Dance".
Paul has resided in Gambia since 1994. In January 2016 he underwent surgery to amputate a foot and part of his leg.
Frankie Paul died on 18 May 2017 at the University Hospital of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica.
Citation
"Frankie Paul has a voice that improves with each release and, although initially compared with Dennis Brown, he has evolved a strange nasal, throaty style that makes him sound much older. It's the sheer exuberance of his best performances that give away his youthfulness, and his two London appearances have been joyous occasions." - NME (4 May 1985)
Discography
Albums
Give The Youth A Chance (1982), Freedom Sounds - also released as Rich & Poor
Pass the Ku-Sheng Peng (1985) Nyam Up
Tidal Wave - (1985) - Greensleeves
Over the Wall (1985) Crystal
Still Alive (1985) Jammy's
Shut Up Bway (1986) Ujama
Sara (1987) Jammy's (JA) / Live & Love (UK/US)
Warning (1987) RAS
Alesha - (1987)
Fire Deh a Mus Tail (1988) Blacka Dread
Dance Hall Duo (1988) RAS
Slow Down (1988) VP
Frankie Paul at Studio One (1988) Studio One
Veteran (1989) VP
Reaching Out (1989), Blue Mountain
Can't Get You Out of My Mind (1990) Rohit
Detrimental (1990) Rohit
Get Closer (1990) Profile
Start of Romance (1991) Sonic Sounds
Best in Me (1991), VP
Let's Chill (1991) VP
Jamming (1991) VP
Should I (1991) Heartbeat
Money Talk (1991) Jammy's
Sleepless Night (1992) Sonic Sounds
Hot Number (1992) VP
Tomorrow (1992) Sonic Sounds
Cassanova (1992) Dynamic Sounds
Live & Love (1992) VP
Sizzling (1992) VP
Don Man (1993) Philo
Talk All You Want (1994) VP
Hard Work(1994) RAS
Time Less (1995) Tan-yah
If You Want Me Girl (1995) Trojan
Come Back Again (1996) VP
Freedom (1996) RAS
A We Rule (1997) RAS
Live at Maritime Hall (1999) Artists Only
Give Me That Feeling Freedom Blues (1999) Foxtail
Forever (1999) World
Rock On (1999) Charm
Every Nigger Is a Star! (2000) Greensleeves
Remember the Time (2001) Artists Only
I Be Hold (2001) T.P.
Don't Wanna Get Funky (2001) Prestige Elite
Sara (2002) Fatman
Blessed Me (2002) Scorpio
Hardcore Loving (2003) Charm
Asking for Love (2004) Jet Star
Who Issued the Guns (2006) Music Avenue
Are You Ready (2007) Cousins
Best of Friends (2007) Charm
Tink Say Dem Know Me (2008) Jet Star
Most Wanted (2011) Greensleeves
You Turn Me On
Frankie Paul Lyrics
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I knew what you were all about
But when I did
I didn't mean to turn you on
Now I bring you home
You told me goodnight's not enough for you
I'm sorry baby
No, I didn't mean to turn you on
You read me wrong
I wasn't trying to lead you on
Not like you think
I didn't mean to turn you on
I know you
Were expecting a one night stand
When I refused
I knew you wouldn't understand
I told you twice
I was only trying to be nice
Only trying to be nice
Ooh, I didn't mean to turn you on
Babe now why should I
Feel guilty 'cause I won't give
Guilty 'cause I won't give in
I didn't mean to turn you on
Ooh, I didn't mean to turn you on
When I took you out
Iknew what you were all about
But when I did
I didn't mean to turn you on
No, I didn't mean to turn you on
I didn't mean to turn you on....
I didn't mean to turn you on....
The lyrics to Frankie Paul's song "I Didn't Mean to Turn You On" are about a man who takes a woman out on a date and realizes she has expectations that he is not willing to fulfill. He only wanted to be nice and show her a good time, but she misinterprets his actions and believes he is leading her on. When he takes her home, she expresses disappointment that a mere "goodnight" is all she will get, and the man apologizes for unintentionally leading her on, saying he didn't mean to turn her on.
The lyrics delve into the importance of communication and the dangers of making assumptions. The woman in the song assumed that the man wanted a one night stand, but in reality, he was simply trying to be a gentleman. The man regrets not being clear about his intentions with the woman, which led to her being hurt and disappointed. He tries to make her understand that his actions were not malicious, but rather a result of a misunderstanding.
Overall, "I Didn't Mean to Turn You On" highlights the importance of clear communication in relationships and the dangers of making assumptions. It is a cautionary tale about the consequences of misinterpreting someone's actions.
Line by Line Meaning
When I took you out
I was aware of your intentions and what you were looking for when I asked you out
I knew what you were all about
I knew that you were interested in a physical relationship rather than an emotional one
But when I did
However, when I asked you out
I didn't mean to turn you on
I didn't intend to give you the impression that I was interested in a physical relationship
Now I bring you home
Now that we are together in this situation
You told me goodnight's not enough for you
You expressed that you were looking for more than just a goodnight kiss
I'm sorry baby
I apologize for leading you on unintentionally
You read me wrong
You misunderstood my intentions
I wasn't trying to lead you on
I did not want to mislead you or give you the wrong impression
Not like you think
It's not what you assume it is
I didn't mean to turn you on
I didn't intend to give you the impression that I was interested in a physical relationship
I know you
I understand your expectations and what you are looking for
Were expecting a one night stand
You were hoping for a casual sexual encounter
When I refused
When I declined your advances
I knew you wouldn't understand
I knew you would not see things from my perspective and would be upset
I told you twice
I gave you a clear indication of my intentions more than once
I was only trying to be nice
I was only being polite and friendly
Ooh, I didn't mean to turn you on
I didn't intend to give you the impression that I was interested in a physical relationship
Babe now why should I
Now, why should I feel
Feel guilty 'cause I won't give
Feel bad that I won't comply with your desires
Guilty 'cause I won't give in
Feel remorseful about not meeting your physical expectations
I didn't mean to turn you on
I didn't intend to give you the impression that I was interested in a physical relationship
I didn't mean to turn you on....
I did not intend to create a situation where you felt like pursuing a physical relationship that I am not interested in
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JAMES HARRIS III, JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, TERRY LEWIS
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Prof Wuod Yimbo
on Rub A Dub Market
Can I get the lyrics please
Alessandro Vaccari
on Programme
Sound..a programme
Deno Antonio Vassell
on Sarah
Great song, has new meaning.