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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Sweet N' Sassy
I5 Lyrics
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In this boy's world
But that's okay 'cause
I don't think of it
In those terms
I just give 'em mine
Don't even think 'em twice
When it comes to what I do
And even though sometimes
I may seem kinda shy
Don't let this impulse
Let me feel like
I don't care why
I'm a sweet and sassy girl
I've got what it
Takes to change the world
Holding on to what I believe
I'm in control of my destiny
I just keep it real
I always know the deal
No matter what they say
It don't affect
The way I feel
I see nothing wrong
With having a little fun
When I want someone
Don't hesistate to
Turn him on
That's just the way I am
Most people don't understand
Secretly they wish they
Could be just like me
I'm a sweet and sassy girl
I've got what it takes
To change the world
Holding on to what I believe
I'm in control of my destiny
I'm a sweet and sassy girl
I've got what it takes
To change the world
Holding on to what I believe
I'm in control of my destiny
Sweet and sassy you see
No gravity or anybody
Will hold me back from
What I truly believe
There's no stopping me
I'm a sweet and sassy girl
I've got what it takes
To change the world
Holding on to what I believe
I'm in control of my destiny
(Repeat to fade)
The lyrics of I5's song "Sweet N' Sassy" is all about being confident and in control despite being the only girl in a boy's world. The singer addresses the fact that she may be outnumbered but she doesn't let that stop her. She always stays true to who she is, and she's not afraid to go after what she wants, whether it's a guy or a goal, because she knows she has what it takes to succeed. She's not bothered by what people say or how they may judge her because she knows what she wants and how to get it. Ultimately, the song is an empowering anthem for young women everywhere, encouraging them to take control of their lives and be unapologetically themselves.
The lines "I don't think of it in those terms" suggest that the singer is not limited by gender stereotypes and does not let gender define her. The line "I just give 'em mine, don't even think 'em twice" implies that she doesn't hesitate to express herself and make her moves. The line "I see nothing wrong with having a little fun" suggests that she enjoys life and doesn't take herself too seriously. The sentiment of the song is encapsulated in the chorus, where she declares that she's a "sweet and sassy girl" who's "in control of [her] destiny" and has what it takes to "change the world."
Overall, "Sweet N' Sassy" is a feel-good song that celebrates self-confidence and empowerment, encouraging young women to be true to themselves and go after their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
I am all-girl,
I am a girl in a world typically dominated by boys.
In this boy's world
I am surrounded by males in this environment.
But that's okay 'cause
However, I'm okay with that.
I don't think of it
I do not let this fact consume my thoughts.
In those terms
I do not think of myself in terms of my gender in this situation.
I just give 'em mine
I focus on my abilities and give it my best effort.
Don't even think 'em twice
I don't even hesitate in my actions.
When it comes to what I do
In regards to my actions, I am confident and sure.
I make my moves right
I make correct decisions in terms of moving forward.
And even though sometimes
Despite the fact that sometimes
I may seem kinda shy
I may appear timid at times.
Don't let this impulse
However, do not let this appearance fool you.
Let me feel like
As it does not align with how I feel inside.
I don't care why
I am unbothered by what others may think of me.
I see nothing wrong
I don't find an issue in
With having a little fun
Having a good time is not a bad thing in my opinion.
When I want someone
If I am interested in someone
Don't hesitate to
I do not wait to
Turn him on
Try to initiate contact or create interest.
That's just the way I am
It is just my nature.
Most people don't understand
Many people don't quite get it.
Secretly they wish they
In private, they desire to
Could be just like me
Have similar qualities or traits to me.
Sweet and sassy you see
I am both kind and spunky.
No gravity or anybody
No force or person
Will hold me back from
Can stop me from
What I truly believe
Pursuing my deepest beliefs and passions.
There's no stopping me
No one can halt my progress or growth.
I'm a sweet and sassy girl
I am a young woman who is both gentle and spirited.
I've got what it takes to change the world
I am fully capable of making a positive impact on the world.
Holding on to what I believe
Staying true to my values.
I'm in control of my destiny
I have the power to shape my own future.
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