Instead, Javine became a solo artist in 2003 and her debut single, 'Real Things' charted at No 4 in the UK although she had limited success with follow-up singles and a failed album "Surrender". In 2005 Javine was chosen to represent the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest on 21 May 2005 with the song "Touch My Fire".
After appearing on Channel 4 reality show "The Games" and starring in the West End, Javine caused controversy after having an affair with Alesha Dixon's husband MC Harvey. The couple had a child together in 2008 before splitting in 2009.
Surrender
Javine Lyrics
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It's time, for you to surrender your love
It's not about what ya want to know
The time is right that's for sure
It seems so silly but you complete me
Your hanging back just to see
Is another girl better than me
[Bridge 1]
What is it you're looking for
I give you all you want and more
It's not tricky it's what it is what it is
[Chorus]
So just surrender your love baby
Surrender your love
Surrender your love baby
Surrender your love
Shy away from the deal
Ya sitting by something so real
You think your clever
But the other side is better
[Bridge 2]
What is it you're looking for
I give you all you want and more
Never felt like this before
Is what it is what it is
[Chorus]
Don't want you to let yourself go
There's so much more for you to know
Surrender won't surrender won't no no no
It's time for you to see just what I'm worth
You've made me so proud to be the first
Surrender won't surrender won't no no no
[Chorus: x2]
It's time for you to surrender your love
The lyrics of Javine's song Surrender suggest the idea of surrendering to love despite one's reservations. The singer urges the addressee to surrender their love, insisting that it's time and suggesting that the addressee is hesitating to commit fully, perhaps out of fear or uncertainty. The lyrics also suggest that the addressee is torn between the singer and another woman who may seem more desirable at first glance. However, the singer reassures the addressee that she gives them all they want and more and that what she offers is not tricky, but rather straightforward and honest.
The song revolves around the theme of surrendering to love, even when it's scary or uncertain, and embracing the potential that love can bring. It also touches upon the idea that sometimes people may be tempted by someone or something else that seems more desirable on the surface, but true love is about seeing past those distractions and fully committing to the person who makes you feel complete. Furthermore, the song encourages self-love and self-worth by pointing out that the singer is worth the surrender and that there is so much more for the addressee to discover if they allow themselves to let go and surrender their love.
Line by Line Meaning
Why know what,
Why bother searching for answers,
It's time, for you to surrender your love
It's time to give yourself over to love
It's not about what ya want to know
It's not about satisfying your curiosity
The time is right that's for sure
The timing is perfect
It seems so silly but you complete me
I may seem foolish, but you make me whole
Your hanging back just to see
You're holding back, waiting to see what else is out there
Is another girl better than me
Do you think another girl is better suited for you?
Looks so pretty she's the kind I lead
She may look attractive, but I'm the one meant to be in charge
What is it you're looking for
What are you searching for?
I give you all you want and more
I provide everything you need and more
It's not tricky it's what it is what it is
It's not complicated, it is what it is
So just surrender your love baby
Give yourself over to love, baby
Shy away from the deal
Avoiding commitment
Ya sitting by something so real
You're overlooking something genuine
You think your clever
You think you're smart
But the other side is better
But the grass isn't always greener on the other side
Never felt like this before
Never experienced something like this before
Don't want you to let yourself go
Don't want you to give up on us
There's so much more for you to know
There's so much more for you to learn about me
It's time for you to see just what I'm worth
It's time for you to recognize my true value
You've made me so proud to be the first
I'm proud to be the one you chose
Surrender won't surrender won't no no no
Don't resist giving in to love
It's time for you to surrender your love
It's time for you to give your heart to me
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Songtrust Ave
Written by: JOHN SHANKS, KARA DIOGUARDI, ASHLEE SIMPSON
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stan loona
Javine had amazing solo potential… so unfortunate that her label dropped her :( This album was a 10/10 - hope she’s doing well today!
Unreleased/Underrated R&B Grooves
She looks like a Natasha Bedingfield dipped in caramel chocolate. She is simply amazing; some cuts from this clip could've easily worked in 2010s. British videomakers and singers alike are always millions of steps ahead of the game, it tends to irritate me that they go criminally underrated with time.
S
Yes- Leona Lewis video vibes
4everinamood
This song was such a bop! And I wish Javine would've put out more albums cause her 1st was fiyaaaaahhhh
Angela Beattie
I agree, out of all the girls, Javine was the one who appealed to me, her voice, her looks and her energy. I wish she'd put out lots of songs, I still wish she'd been as big a star as she should have been, better than many.
Candygirl Vikkersen
Beautiful voice.
Simon Green
What a great pop song!
E24K Lawson
And people complain about this version? This is practically my warm-up song every time I play DDR SuperNOVA2 at the arcades.
Paul Smith
This is actually a bop
Jay West
She was a pretty good singer and dancer.