1. … Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists who have performed under the name i5:
1. i5 was a short-lived girl group active from 2000 to 2001.
In 2000, Giant Records, a mainly dance music label, sought to create a girl group to rival other such groups of the time, such as Dream, 3LW, and Eden's Crush. The label's hook for this new group would be that its members were international to appeal to a larger fan base. Auditions were held, and the five members selected represented five distinct nationalities.
Kate Macalino, from the Philippines, had worked as a model in her home country. Tal B. Hajek, from Israel, was a devout Jew who moved to the USA in 1997 and admired rock singers. Christina Rumbley, from the United States, had moved from Florida to Los Angeles to pursue a music career. Andi Murphy M. was from the UK and had a passion for dancing. Gaby Equiz, from Mexico, dreamed of fame. Together, these girls became the International 5, more commonly referred to as I5.
In the spring of 2000, I5 was featured on the soundtrack to the dance film Center stage with their song, "First Kiss." By the summer of 2000, the girls had almost completed their debut album and began touring with Nickelodeon's All That Music and More tour. On this tour, I5 promoted its single, "Distracted," which was written by Steve Kipner, who had previously written hits for Christina Aguilera ("Genie in a Bottle") and Dream ("He Loves U Not").
On September 12th, 2000, Giant Records released I5's self-titled CD. However, the label was not able to release any more singles or significantly promote the album due to its imminent folding. Once Giant Records folded, Warner Bros. Records, its parent, absorbed it, and I5 no longer had a label.
Though the members of i5 initially sought a new record label, they failed to find one, and Tal, Gaby, Christina, Kate, and Andi parted ways in 2001.
After the 2001 disbanding of I5:
- Kate is pursing acting, songwriting, and dance while attending college, and is currently working for a video game company. She has been doing lots of acting from stage to film, mostly musical theater, including the shows A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Godspell, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Pirates of Penzance, some student plays and films, and some dance concerts. In music, she has been writing some songs and collaborating with other songwriters, for future projects as well as her own solo project.
- Tal, along with her husband and guitarist Vee Vaknin, drummer Eran Cohen, and bassist Pascual Romero, formed a rock band called Public Recipe, which performed around Los Angeles in the early 2000s and disbanded in 2004. Since then, Tal has worked on solo material, including a fusion of her native Israeli and Hebrew music with rock music. She also had a stint as a VJ and TV host.
- Christina eloped in 2000 when i5 served as the opening act for boy band NSYNC. She has since had a daughter and a career in songwriting and voice-overs. Most notably, she is credited for writing LeAnn Rimes's hit "Tic Toc." Since then, she has left the LA scene and moved to Asheville, NC, where she owns and operates a day spa called Spa Theology.
- Andi owns a dance studio in Los Angeles called Penny Lane Dance Academy and is developing a children's television program.
- Gaby had a stint as a television host in California for such programs as TMT and U4Ria. Though Gaby had previously been romantically connected to Ricky of boy band No Authority, they have since broken up. As of 2005, Gaby now lives in Mexico. She currently owns her own dance studio, Alma Latina, and is a professional salsa dancer. She recently won the San Diego Salsa Competition of 2006.
Some other fun facts:
- Some of i5's songs have been covered by other artists. "Cinderella" was covered by Swedish girl group Play on its 2002 self-titled debut album. Later, the song was covered by Disney's the Cheetah Girls, and also by Thai Pop Singer Tata Young.
- "First Kiss" was covered by Philippine singer Nina Girado.
- "If I Ever See Heaven Again" was covered by American Idol season-three finalist Jasmine Trias on her debut album.
- I5's song "Ladidi Ladida" was released previously on girl group S.O.A.P.'s 1998 album.
- Gaby co-wrote two songs that appeared on i5's debut: "Sweet N Sassy" and "Scream Shout."
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Can I Get a Witness
I5 Lyrics
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Can I get a witness to how I feel
Someone to confess what I feel is real
Gonna need help to win his heart
Can I get a witness to let him know
Someone to confess I want him so
Please say you'll give my love a try
Can I get a witness
All I do is dream about him
My friends tell me
Girl you need to play it cool
You've got to let him come to you
I can't deny it, can't get him off of my mind
Everywhere I go I see his image all the time
[Chorus]
Can I, can I, can I get a get a, can I get a witness
People say I'm going through a phase, just give it time
It will fade away (fade away)
But they don't know what this love's about
You see I've searched my soul
And it all leads straight to you
Show me you understand and make this dream come true baby
[Chorus]
I'm lost inside of you
Can't help what I go through
I'm willing to give my heart and soul to you
Tell me you feel this way tonight and every day
You are the very best part of me baby
[Chorus: x2]
The lyrics to I5's song Can I Get A Witness depict the struggles of unrequited love. The singer is clearly smitten with somebody and can't get them off their mind. They dream about them constantly and everywhere they go, they see their image. Despite the urging from friends to play it cool and wait for the person to come to them, the singer knows that they need help to win this person's heart. They plead for a witness to let the person know that they want them and to give their love a try.
The lyrics are a relatable representation of the all-consuming feelings that come with falling for someone. The singer's desperation to have their love reciprocated is palpable and speaks to how much they care for this person. The use of the word "witness" also adds a sense of urgency to the situation, as if the singer needs somebody to vouch for the legitimacy of their feelings to this person.
Overall, the lyrics to Can I Get A Witness expertly capture the intense emotions that come with unrequited love and the desire for that love to be acknowledged and returned.
Line by Line Meaning
Can I get a witness to how I feel
Can someone out there support me and validate how strongly I feel about this person?
Someone to confess what I feel is real
I need someone who will testify that my emotions and desires for this person are genuine.
Gonna need help to win his heart
I know that it will be difficult to win this person's affection, so I am asking for assistance.
Can I get a witness to let him know
Is there someone who will confirm to this special person how I truly feel about them?
Someone to confess I want him so
I need someone to admit to my crush that I desire them deeply.
Please say you'll give my love a try
I hope that you will take a chance on me and give my love a chance to grow.
Can I get a witness
Can anyone out there support and validate me in this emotional endeavor?
All I do is dream about him
This person has consumed my thoughts to the point where they dominate my subconscious.
My friends tell me
My peers have shared their opinions and advice with me on this subject.
Girl you need to play it cool
They suggest that I should not come on too strong and should maintain composure.
You've got to let him come to you
Instead, I should be patient and allow this person to pursue me if they are interested.
I can't deny it, can't get him off of my mind
Despite my desire to follow my friend's advice, my infatuation with this person is too strong to ignore.
Everywhere I go I see his image all the time
This person's presence is so overwhelming that I see reminders of them wherever I am.
People say I'm going through a phase, just give it time
Others believe that my intense emotions for this person are temporary and will diminish with time.
It will fade away (fade away)
These critics assume that my feelings are superficial and will eventually disappear.
But they don't know what this love's about
They are not aware of the depth and authenticity of my feelings for this person.
You see I've searched my soul
I have gone introspectively and examined my deepest self to determine what I want and who I love.
And it all leads straight to you
My reflections have left me with the conviction that this specific person is the one I want.
Show me you understand and make this dream come true baby
If you can acknowledge me and return my love, it will make my biggest desire a reality.
I'm lost inside of you
This other person has completely enveloped me, and they have become my world.
Can't help what I go through
I have no control over the depth or intensity of my emotions.
I'm willing to give my heart and soul to you
I am devoted to and dedicated to this other person, and I am willing to do whatever it takes to be with them.
Tell me you feel this way tonight and every day
Please let me know if you share my same feelings for you, both tonight and every day moving forward.
You are the very best part of me baby
This person is the most valuable, significant, and cherished aspect of my being.
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Written by: AMATO, PALMER
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