Emerging from the English-Indian underground, Sean's first album featured political content as well as emotional songwriting baring his personal insecurities and struggles, all of it drawing influence from the traditional pop music of India (such as Bhangra). Released 8 November 2004 in the U.K., January 2005 in Malaysia, and February 2005 in India on 2Point9 Records, Relentless Records, and Virgin Records, 'Me Against Myself' achieved highly supportive critical reviews, with Dan Gennoe of Yahoo! Music praising Sean's work as "an album of phenomenally accomplished R&B". His release was certified as multi-platinum in his native India and gold in the U.K. His three singles (composed with help from Sean's mentor Rishi Rich) also met with British chart success: "Dance With You" (#12), "Eyes On You" (#6), and "Stolen" (#4).
Sean's touring, as well as the success of his singles in clubs, led Tareck Ghoneim of Contactmusic.com to call Sean an "Asian sensation". Still, he had his eyes on breaking into the U.S. while also keeping his stride with the U.K. charts, and he wanted as well to incorporate more of a slick pop sound to his coming work. His sophomore release, 'My Own Way', featured him on the cover looking as dapper in his light brown suit as a master of business. Released 12 May 2008 on Jayded Records and 2Point9 Records, the work suffered from various leaks and also received some mixed reviews from critics.
Nonetheless, the album became commercially successful in the U.K., reaching #6 on the U.K. Albums Chart and #1 on the UK R&B Chart. It eventually became certified platinum. Lead single "Ride It" also garnered major airplay throughout Europe, featuring Sean remarking about "all about the games people play across the dance-floor on a night out". Momentum building, his third studio album, 'All or Nothing', came out 23 November 2009 with strong promotion in the U.S.
International top 40 singles "Down" and "Do You Remember" cemented Sean's status as a global superstar. With massive tours leading him from TV show to stadium across countries, "Down" (also known as "Down (Feat. Lil' Wayne)" and other titles due to Lil' Wayne's presence) in particular hit the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming later known as one of the iconic singles of 2009 in American memory. Other nation's listeners also gave his singles strong airplay.
The first official single from Jay Sean's fourth studio album, titled 'Worth It All', was "I'm All Yours", which he sent for airplay on April 18, 2012. The song featured rapper and entertainer Pitbull. Although not quite achiving as much success as he had hoped in the U.S., it became a major international hit, reaching the top 40 in both Germany and New Zealand, and it ended up being mutli-platinum certified in Australia.
When it comes to the business of being a singer there are artists, there are stars and there are phenomenons. Jay Sean is all of the above. The proof is in the press, the sales, the fans and above all, the music.
ALL OR NOTHING is both Jay Sean's first American release and first for Cash Money/Universal Republic Records. But while it's his debut over here, the 29-year-old Pop/R&B singer/songwriter/producer has been a major sensation and multi-platinum artist over there since 2004; releasing two smash albums, scoring two top ten singles, nominated for Britain's heralded MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Award twice and building a worldwide, fervid fan-base that stretches from Russia to Australia to NYC.
In some ways ALL OR NOTHING is the best of both worlds. Featuring sizzling, brand new tracks like the lead off single "Down" (featuring label mate Lil' Wayne), ALL OR NOTHING also includes some of the songs that helped Jay Sean blow up around the rest of the world.
One of those songs is "Ride It" written "strictly on a vibe," built on a hypnotic, sinewy track, and delivered with Jay Sean's slick vocals. The video for "Ride It" clocked an astonishing 12 million hits on You Tube (20+ million hits across all online video channels) and captivated fans everywhere; including Cash/Money Records CEO and co-founder, Ronald "Slim" Williams who was turned on to Jay Sean's music by one of the singer's producers. Slim liked what he heard and proved it by making Jay Sean the first UK artist to join the Cash/Money family.
The match up of Nawlins swagger and UK Pop/R&B drives ALL OR NOTHING's first single "Down" ft/ Cash/Money soldier Lil' Wayne. Already taking radio by storm, "Down" resulted from a conversation that began about what's wrong in the world, and blossomed into a celebration of everything that's right - namely love.
Offers Jay Sean, "I'm a very positive, optimistic person and thought let me write a song about the idea that if you've got someone special in your life then nothing else really matters how you need to appreciate the little things. The title is a play on the word 'down.' That's why Lil' Wayne says, 'Are you down like the economy.' It's a fun, very easy track something to pump in your car."
Another mid tempo breeze born out of real life is "War." The message? "To battle with anybody, whether it's your girl, family or another country never solved anything," explains Jay Sean.
It is that mix of introspection and keenly crafted Pop/R&B songs that has brought Jay Sean from where he was to where he is.
Born and raised in London, England and of Indian/Punjabi heritage, Jay Sean started rapping at 12 and credits rap with helping him structure, produce and write songs. Inspired by R&B stars Jodeci, Brian McKnight, Joe, and Musiq Soulchild, Jay Sean started singing hooks and then stepped it up.
Amazingly, at the same time he was exploring his artistic side, Jay Sean was at med school; surely a steadier profession than "pop-star." Luckily Jay Sean's parents had his back.
"It wasn't as though they suddenly went 'you sing?' Jay Sean laughs. "They knew there might be a strong possibility I'd do music. They told me, 'The same way you apply yourself to your studies you have to work hard doing music.' That's always stayed with me."
Jay Sean's songs caught the attention of a producer putting together a groundbreaking project fusing traditional Punjabi music and contemporary Pop/R&B. As soon as the single dropped, Jay Sean became the face and voice of a new generation.
"It was so interesting that the kids who love listening to Pop/R&B and traditional Indian music said, 'What the hell is this, it's brand new.'"
Along with galvanizing a heretofore, untapped demographic, Jay Sean caught the ears of the industry, because as he explains, "The English labels knew I had this huge following.
His solo debut ME AGAINST MYSELF dropped in 2004 and exploded on the Internet. Jay Sean toured through Europe, South East Asia, as well as spot dates in the US. He even performed, with Akon, at the Ruler of Dubai's daughter's sweet sixteen. In India, this album outsold Jay-Z, Britney Spears and Madonna.
"I have a heavy fan-base in many countries including India. I'm in a minority culture but in many countries, there's still Indians there and they all knew me," says Jay Sean.
After dealing with creative issues and the desire to change his musical direction to straight-forward Pop/R&B, Jay Sean made the decision in 2008 to go for self.
"I realized I had a global fan base so why not make the music myself?"
Those instincts paid off and then some when MY OWN WAY, his first release on his own label, Jayded Records, out sold and then some Jay Sean's prior effort. The album peaked at #6 on the UK album chart.
All of which brings Jay Sean to ALL OR NOTHING and a future that is just beginning.
Speaking with a refreshing mix of humility and confidence, Jay Sean says, "I've got a different up-bringing and take on a music that you guys make so well and would like to think that I'm a fresh new face and voice. Hopefully American audiences will like it. People always like a change. That's what I have to offer."
See: www.jaysean.com
No Tomorrow
Jay Sean Lyrics
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I'm doing my own thang, I'm living for today
I don't give a damn, damn, can do nothing, yes I can
Because it ain't no tomorrow, oh, oh,
Cause it might be no tomorrow, oh, oh
So I'm living it up now
No more flashback, back,
From the place I used to play
Leaving the best day, one day it's ?
Making your name ? see ? .
Let it go, go, go, go whoa
? Jay Z brush my shoulders ?
Tell the DJ turn the party
I ain't tryna hear what you gotta say
I'm doing my own thang, I'm living for today
I don't give a damn, damn, can do nothing, yes I can
Because it ain't no tomorrow, oh, oh,
Cause it might be no tomorrow, oh, oh
So I'm living it up now
So I'm living it up, trying to figure what's in my cup
What? Get your own, off my nuts
Get off, just doing my stuff
Cause the world might end so I'm getting my ends
Fucking my girl and fucking her friends
It's enough to go around time stands
On to the next, climb in my Benz
? Jay Z brush my shoulders ?
Tell the DJ turn the party ?
I ain't tryna hear what you gotta say
I'm doing my own thang, I'm living for today
I don't give a damn, damn, can do nothing, yes I can
Because it ain't no tomorrow, oh, oh,
Cause it might be no tomorrow, oh, oh
So I'm living it up now
The lyrics of Jay Sean's "No Tomorrow" express a sense of freedom and living life to the fullest without any concern for tomorrow. The singer is living for today and not interested in hearing what anyone else has to say about it. He is willing to take risks and do things that might not be socially acceptable because he wants to make the most out of life. This is reflected in lines such as "So I'm living it up, trying to figure what's in my cup" and "Fucking my girl and fucking her friends."
The song's lyrics also convey a sense of nostalgia for the past and a desire to leave it behind. The singer has moved on from the place where he used to play and is focused on making a name for himself. He is telling the DJ to turn up the party and forget the past because there is nothing that can be done about it. He is living in the moment and making the most of it because he doesn't know what the future holds.
In summary, the song's lyrics express a sense of freedom and living without regret, while also acknowledging the fleeting nature of life and the importance of enjoying the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
I ain't tryina hear what you gotta say
I'm not interested in listening to your opinions or criticisms
I'm doing my own thang, I'm living for today
I'm living life on my own terms and not worrying about the future
I don't give a damn, damn, can do nothing, yes I can
I don't care what others think and am capable of doing whatever I want
Because it ain't no tomorrow, oh, oh,
I'm living for the moment because there may not be a tomorrow
Cause it might be no tomorrow, oh, oh
The future is uncertain and there may not be a tomorrow
So I'm living it up now
I'm enjoying life to the fullest in the present moment
No more flashback, back
I'm not dwelling on the past anymore
We're ? from my day, a thousand miles away
I've moved on from my past and am far removed from it now
From the place I used to play
I've left behind the places where I used to spend my time
Leaving the best day, one day it's ?
I'm leaving behind my best memories and there may not be a better day than today
Making your name ? see ? .
I'm making a name for myself and accomplishing my goals
Let it go, go, go, go whoa
I'm letting go of my worries and enjoying the moment
? Jay Z brush my shoulders ?
I'm feeling confident and successful, like Jay Z brushing dirt off his shoulders
Tell the DJ turn the party
I want to keep the party going and continue having fun
So I'm living it up, trying to figure what's in my cup
I'm fully immersing myself in the moment, even trying to figure out what I'm drinking
What? Get your own, off my nuts
I don't want anyone else to interfere with my enjoyment
Get off, just doing my stuff
I'm focused on my own actions and interests
Cause the world might end so I'm getting my ends
I'm trying to accumulate wealth and enjoy myself before the world potentially ends
Fucking my girl and fucking her friends
I'm engaging in sexual activities with my partner and potentially others
It's enough to go around time stands
There's enough pleasure to go around and time seems to slow down during enjoyable moments
On to the next, climb in my Benz
I'm focused on what's next, such as driving my luxury car
Tell the DJ turn the party ?
I want to keep the party going and continue having fun
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: CHRISTIAN BRAIS, DOMINIC VIOLA, FRANCOIS WILLIAMSON, JEFF SALTZMAN, MATHIEU JOLY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Alice Georges
C'est de la tuerie ..! *_* ♥
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J'adore trop😍
aurel l'ange
jadore ce son :)))
Jean-Didier TORRAS
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Koziha Loliboy
La musiques est tout simplement génial (Y) Si toi aussi tu aimes cet musique :)
Teelo
put it on spotify!! :)
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Damien Chiavuzzo
Franchement rien à dire, j'arrête pas de l'écouter grâce à Fun radio et aussi que je kiffais déjà Jay Sean! P*** chais plus quoi dire elle est est magnifique cette voix, pire belle voix, bons chanteurs, paroles qui veulent dire quelques choses et la msuique est pire bien que ça soit en français ou en anglais (bon je pense pas qu'elle serait bien en japonais:))! Est-ce que vous pouvez me donner un adjectif pour cette musique, parce que je galère trop:)
Emilie Lndc
Chui la grace a Fun Radio x) J'adore :D