She signed a contract with Flying Records and started collaborating with Frank Minoia in 1991. Frank was a composer, songwriter and remixer (among others, he remixed Joy Salinas' song Bip Bip, Tonya Gipson Say Ooh and Delicious Stand Up). Along with Max Minoia, he had also created the project Latin Blood.
Her very first track was entitled Burnin' Up, recorded in 1991.
Memories Memories was released in 1991 under Flying Records in UK. It was arranged and mixed by Roberto Perrante & Max 'n' Frank Minoia. It featured vocals by Chrystal White.
The following year, the single Two Time Baby was released, still under Flying Records. In Japan, after the publishing of her album Different Moods, a single was released : Special Love.
Get Ready was produced by Fresh 'N Funk. The Coco Deep Dub was a remix by Claudio Coccoluto.
1993 : she collaborated with DJ Phil on his single Right & Wrong. She also contributed to the radio version of Uptown's Don't Leave Me This Way with Sima and Freddy
Don't Be Shy was written by F. Minoia and M. Restuccia. It was produced, arranged & performed by Max 'N' Frank Minoia at Livexpress Production, in Rome. It included, among others, a Phil Clary And Paul Micioni Club Mix which had been recorded and mixed by Claudio Zuccaroli and Peter Micioni at Gimmick Studios, in Rome. The Dub Underground and the Trance Mix were remixed by Maurizio Verbeni, Paolo Cimarelli, Mirko Braida for Voice Of The Underground Productions, recorded and mixed at Midi Studio Recording 1X2, Assisi. Executive producers were Paul & Peter Micioni for Big Doings Publ (X-12146).
The follow-up single was People (Everybody Needs Love), as usual composed by Frank Minoia and released in Germany under Shift Music. In 1994 too, Jamie sung vocals fo JFM Project's The Power Of Love.
Then came the excellent eurodance single So Good, which was released in Italy under X-energy records (X - 12166), licensed in Germany under ZYX. It was composed and written by Frank Minoia and Jamie. The same year, Jamie did vocals on Blunero Dreams and Mistral Daddy.
Afterwards, Dreaming Blue was released (X-12180). It was written by F. Minoia and M. Restuccia. Executive producers were Paul & Peter Micioni for Big Doings Publishing. It was recorded & mixed at Gimmick Studios, Rome-Italy. Original version was produced at Aurora Music Productions by Frank Minoia.
The song called U was released on the Japanese compilation House revolution Vol.48. 3 versions of the vinyl were produced by Marco Giola , Mauro Minieri , Peter Micioni. The 70s mix was produced by Frank Minoia. Released in 1996 (X-12211), this was the last record to be released by Jamie Dee.
Jamie Dee was also featured by PF Sound on the single I Still Haven't Found, released in May 1996. She also recorded a cover of Barbara Lynn's You Make Me So Hot, released in Sweden as Orange Rec.
Then she changed her alias, becoming Marina Rei and released the single Sola, the trend was not dance anymore, but soul and acid jazz. Then came the single Noi and the album Marina Rei.
1999 : she took part to San Remo festival
2002 : she left Virgin to sign under BMG
2004 : she contributed to the CD-tribute to Franco Battiato Voli imprevedibili.
2007 : on February 9th, the album Al di là di questi anni was released.
2008 : she participated once again to Sanremo festival, with Paola Turci, with the song Il solito sesso.
Don't Be Shy
Jamie Dee Lyrics
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This is alright
Find a way to play
Over and over again
Don't be shy tonight
This is alright
Find a way to play
Back together when I
Only thought about me and you
We used to make it better
So we now will got a lot to do
Could it be like I really see
You know my baby I'm the one you need
Get into (get into) the right groove
And my dreams now will come true
Don't be shy (be free) tonight (be free)
This is alright (The way you make me feel)
(It's gonna be so real)
Find a way (be free) to play (be free)
Over and over again
(It's gonna be so real)
I feel free, I feel free (4x)
Baby you're so special
There's something 'bout you I don't know
It's a kind of passion
So excite about you need to show
Could it be like I really see
You know my baby I'm the one you need
I'm the only one that you really need
Don't be shy (be free) tonight (be free)
This is alright (What honey s hould I do?)
(I really think of you)
Find a way (be free) to play (be free)
Over and over again
(I really think of you)
I feel free, I feel free (4x)
Jamie Dee's song "Don't Be Shy" is a dance track that encourages the listeners to let loose and have fun. The repeated chorus "don't be shy tonight, this is alright, find a way to play over and over again" sets the tone for the song's message. The lyrics evoke a feeling of nostalgia as they describe the excitement of being back together with someone who you used to "make it better" with. The verses focus on the chemistry and passion between two people, with the singer expressing their desire to be with the other person and telling them they are "the one" they need.
As a dance song, the emphasis is on the beat and the repetition of the chorus. The lyrics are simple, but the delivery is energetic and confident. The use of repetition and the call and response between the singer and the backup vocals give the song an infectious, almost hypnotic quality. The song serves as a reminder to let go of inhibitions and enjoy oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be shy tonight
Encouraging someone to not be timid or hesitant in this moment
This is alright
Assuring the person that everything is okay and there's no need to worry
Find a way to play
Encouraging someone to let loose and have fun
Over and over again
Emphasizing the importance of repetition and endurance in enjoying life
Back together when I
Reflecting on past experiences and relationships
Only thought about me and you
Realizing that there was a time when it was only about the two of them
We used to make it better
Acknowledging that they were able to improve their relationship in the past
So we now will got a lot to do
Recognizing that there is still work to be done
Could it be like I really see
Wondering if their vision or perception of the situation is accurate
You know my baby I'm the one you need
Reassuring that they are meant to be together
Get into (get into) the right groove
Encouraging the person to find their rhythm or flow
And my dreams now will come true
Believing that everything will fall into place and their wishes will come true
Baby you're so special
Complimenting and admiring the person
There's something 'bout you I don't know
Expressing curiosity and intrigue
It's a kind of passion
Recognizing that there is an intense and strong feeling towards the person
So excite about you need to show
Feeling enthusiastic and eager to express their feelings
I'm the only one that you really need
Asserting that they are the perfect match for the person
Don't be shy (be free) tonight (be free)
Repeating the opening line to reaffirm that being open and free is important
This is alright (The way you make me feel)
Similar to the second line, emphasizing that there's no need to worry about their relationship or feelings
(It's gonna be so real)
Optimistic and hopeful about the future
Find a way (be free) to play (be free)
Reiterating the importance of having fun and enjoying the moment
(It's gonna be so real)
Repeating the previous line to solidify their hopeful outlook
I feel free, I feel free (4x)
A catchy chorus that reinforces the message of being open and enjoying life
Contributed by Isabelle F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.