The band made their debut under Acid Jazz Records but subsequently found mainstream success under Sony. While under this label, three of their albums have charted at number one in the UK, including Emergency on Planet Earth (1993), Synkronized (1999) and A Funk Odyssey (2001). The band's 1998 single, "Deeper Underground", was also number one in their native country.
As of 2017, Jamiroquai had sold more than 26 million albums worldwide. Their third album, Travelling Without Moving (1996), received a Guinness World Record as the best-selling funk album in history. The music video for its lead single, "Virtual Insanity", also contributed to the band's success. The song was named Video of the Year at the 1997 MTV Video Music Awards and earned the band a Grammy Award in 1998.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamiroquai
Studio albums
Emergency on Planet Earth (1993)
The Return of the Space Cowboy (1994)
Travelling Without Moving (1996)
Synkronized (1999)
A Funk Odyssey (2001)
Dynamite (2005)
Rock Dust Light Star (2010)
Automaton (2017)
Carla
Jamiroquai Lyrics
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Make sure you're well equipped to navigate
The world and its lies
So, baby, don't cry
I love the way you are my open book
I see your innocence in every look
You're my sunshine
I feel music in your love
When I hold you in my arms, I feel your soft breath
See you close your eyes and watch your head rest
Right next to mine
I feel the rhythm of your precious little heart
Makes up for when I've had mine pulled apart
Now I've tried to give you a much better start
In this life
Carla
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Carla
I'd give you anything
My light my world I bring
So many roads I knew that I could choose
All my mistakes I only made for you
I hope you realize
When you look in my eyes
Sweet child, you know that I'm your daddy kool
Nobody's ever gonna treat you like a fool
Oh, you're my sunbeam child
Try not to be wild (like daddy)
Your smile you can turn the tears I had to gold dust
I'm the only one you know you can trust
I'm always there
When I hold your little hand, I get a sweet rush
Nothing's ever gonna come between us
I'm always there don't you be scared, baby
Carla
I want the world to see
How much you mean to me
Carla
No one can ever know
The way you make me glow
I'd give you anything
My light, my world I bring
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Carla, Carla
Carla, Carla
Carla, Carla
Carla, Carla
Babe, did you know you're doing this?
Babe, did you know you're doing this?
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Carla
The lyrics to Jamiroquai's song "Carla" convey a deep love and appreciation for someone named Carla. The singer expresses a commitment to always being honest and supportive, helping Carla navigate through the world and its deceitful nature. The mention of Carla being like an open book and the singer seeing innocence in her every look suggests a strong sense of trust and vulnerability in their relationship. Carla is described as the sunshine in the singer's life, and her love is equated to music, highlighting its beauty and harmony.
The second verse highlights the intimacy and emotional connection between the singer and Carla. Holding her in their arms, feeling her soft breath, and watching her peacefully rest create a sense of warmth and comfort. The rhythm of Carla's heart is compared to a healing force, compensating for the singer's past heartbreaks. The singer acknowledges their efforts to provide Carla with a better start in life, emphasizing their role as a protector and caregiver.
The chorus repeats the name "Carla" as an affirmation of love and adoration. The singer expresses a willingness to give Carla anything she needs and describes her as their light and world. They want the world to see how much Carla means to them and how she brings joy and fulfillment to their life. The last lines of the song reinforce the impact Carla has had on the singer, making their life complete.
Overall, "Carla" is a heartfelt tribute to a cherished loved one, emphasizing trust, support, and the transformative power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, you know I'll always tell you straight
I will always be honest and direct with you
Make sure you're well equipped to navigate
I want to ensure that you have everything you need to handle life's challenges
The world and its lies
The world can be deceitful and full of falsehoods
So, baby, don't cry
Don't worry and be upset, everything will be alright
I love the way you are my open book
I adore how you are honest and transparent with me
I see your innocence in every look
In your eyes, I see purity and naivety
You're my sunshine
You bring warmth, happiness, and brightness into my life
I feel music in your love
Your love brings a harmonious and melodic feeling to my heart
When I hold you in my arms, I feel your soft breath
Feeling your gentle breath when I embrace you brings me comfort and peace
See you close your eyes and watch your head rest
Observing you close your eyes and find solace brings me joy
Right next to mine
Being close to me, sharing a strong connection
I feel the rhythm of your precious little heart
I can sense the beat and vitality of your tender heart
Makes up for when I've had mine pulled apart
Your love compensates for the times my heart has been broken
Now I've tried to give you a much better start
I have made efforts to provide you with a better beginning in life
In this life
In this journey we share together
Carla
Referring to the person addressed as Carla
Look what you've done to me
You have had a profound impact on my life
You've made my life complete
You have brought fulfillment and wholeness to my existence
Carla
Referring to the person addressed as Carla
I'd give you anything
I am willing to give you everything I have
My light my world I bring
You are the source of light and the center of my universe
So many roads I knew that I could choose
I had many paths I could have taken in life
All my mistakes I only made for you
I made all my past errors with the intention of providing the best for you
I hope you realize
I want you to understand and comprehend
When you look in my eyes
By gazing into my eyes
Sweet child, you know that I'm your daddy kool
My dear child, you are aware that I am your cool and caring father
Nobody's ever gonna treat you like a fool
No one will ever take advantage or deceive you
Oh, you're my sunbeam child
You are my bright and radiant child
Try not to be wild (like daddy)
Please refrain from being unruly or reckless like your father
Your smile you can turn the tears I had to gold dust
Your smile has the power to transform my past sorrows into something valuable and precious
I'm the only one you know you can trust
I am the sole person you can rely on completely
I'm always there
I will always be present and available for you
When I hold your little hand, I get a sweet rush
Feeling the warmth of your small hand in mine brings me a delightful surge of emotion
Nothing's ever gonna come between us
No obstacle or challenge will ever drive us apart
I'm always there don't you be scared, baby
I am constantly by your side, don't be afraid, my dear
I want the world to see
I desire for everyone to recognize
How much you mean to me
The immense significance you hold in my heart
No one can ever know
No one can truly comprehend
The way you make me glow
The radiance and joy you bring into my life
Babe, did you know you're doing this?
Darling, are you aware of the effect you have on me?
Look what you've done to me
You have had a profound impact on my life
You've made my life complete
You have brought fulfillment and wholeness to my existence
Look what you've done to me
You have had a profound impact on my life
You've made my life complete
You have brought fulfillment and wholeness to my existence
Carla
Referring to the person addressed as Carla
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jason Kay, Matthew Richard Johnson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@giorgimikaia2543
Baby, you know I'll always tell you straight
Make sure you're well equipped to navigate
The world and its lies
So, baby, don't cry
I love the way you are my open book
I see your innocence in every look
You're my sunshine
I feel music in your love
When I hold you in my arms, I feel your soft breath
See you close your eyes and watch your head rest
Right next to mine
I feel the rhythm of your precious little heart
Makes up for when I've had mine pulled apart
Now I've tried to give you a much better start
In this life
Carla
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Carla
I'd give you anything
My light my world I bring
So many roads I knew that I could choose
All my mistakes I only made for you
I hope you realize
When you look in my eyes
Sweet child, you know that I'm your daddy kool
Nobody's ever gonna treat you like a fool
Oh, you're my sunbeam child
Try not to be wild (like daddy)
Your smile you can turn the tears I had to gold dust
I'm the only one you know you can trust
I'm always there
When I hold your little hand, I get a sweet rush
Nothing's ever gonna come between us
I'm always there don't you be scared, baby
Carla
I want the world to see
How much you mean to me
Carla
No one can ever know
The way you make me glow
I'd give you anything
My light, my world I bring
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Carla, Carla
Carla, Carla
Carla, Carla
Carla, Carla
Babe, did you know you're doing this?
Babe, did you know you're doing this?
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Carla
@soledadveloso3135
Baby you know I'll always tell you straight
Make sure you're well equipped to navigate
The world and it's lies, so baby, don't cry
I love the way you are my open book
I see your innocence in every look
You're my sunshine, I feel music in your love
When I hold you in my arms
I feel your soft breath
See you close your eyes and feel your head rest
Right next to mine
I feel the rhythm of your precious little heart
Makes up for when I've had mine blown apart
Now I've tried to give you a much better start in this life
Carla, look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Carla, I'd give you anything
My light, my world, my brain
So many roads I knew that I could choose
All my mistakes I only made for you
I hope you realize when you look in my eyes
Sweet child, you know that I'm your daddy cool
Nobody's ever gonna treat you like a fool
Oh, you're my sunbeam child
Try not to be wild like daddy
Your smile
You can turn the tears I had to gold dust
I'm the only one you know you can trust
I'm always there
When I hold your little hand I get a sweet rush
Nothing's ever gonna come between us
I'm always there, don't you be scared, baby
Carla, I want the world to see
How much you mean to me
Carla, no one can ever know
That way you make me glow
I'd give you anything
My light, my world I bring
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Carla, Carla
Carla, Carla
Carla, Carla
Carla, Carla
Baby you know you're doing this
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Look what you've done to me
You've made my life complete
Carla
Baby you know you're doing this
@twofierce
My name is Carla! Found my Dad dead on his birthday! Just found this song and I feel like he's singing it to me because he could never express it while he was alive!! Crying...
@aleksandarhopping7792
the stars aligned for this comment
@fatcat2093
the fact that Jay Kay made this for his daughter makes this comment so much cooler
@alessioio814
;(
@haydeeperez5140
❤🌷
@gaeldavidsanchez9838
....good dreams :)
@ezekieljarek7705
This is one of the most underrated Jamiroquai songs.
@kriswilliams7573
Underrated by whom?
@donkago3891
Thank the Lord JK is back to shake up the dullness of the current music scene. What a legend. More albums pleeeeeease!!! Jazz Funk at it's best....Deep bass guitar, thumping rhythmic drums and hypnotic backing sisters.
@SherryWimbleton
Jason wrote this for his daughter Carla,how sweet <3