Early Years
Joy Denalane was born to a German mother and a South African father in Berlin-Schöneberg in 1973. A little later on the family moved to Berlin-Kreuzberg where Joy spent her childhood with her five siblings.
At the age of 16 she left home and started focusing on music with first stage performances and the joining of the Reggae and Soul bands Culture Roots and Family Affair. At 19 she was signed to a major pop label but unfortunately both the singer and the management weren't able to pass an unanimous resolution when it came to the conception of music and image and Joy soon asked for a release. Afterwards she moved to Stuttgart where she met DJ Thomilla and Tiefschwarz (two already well-known producers then) with whom she co-wrote and produced the club hit "Music".
Debut and Mamani (2002)
Around the same time Joy came in first contact with Hip-Hop group Freundeskreis, who were looking for a female counterpart to lead singer Max Herre's voice on their track "Mit Dir" then. However, the duet was used as a single in summer 1999 and became a top 10 hit in Germany, Austria and Switzerland - pushed by the fact Denalane and Herre had become a couple simultaneously.
Afterwards Joy joined the FK Allstars, which also consisted of Afrob, Gentleman, Sekou and Brooke Russell among others, and went on tour with them for more than two years. Later on she signed a contract with Four Music (the label of Die Fantastischen Vier) and began working on her debut album Mamani, which was released in June 2002 and debuted at #8 on the German album charts. Inspired by African roots, the CD was primarily produced by husband Max Herre. In total Mamani spawned six singles, including first single "Sag's Mir", the socially critical track "Im Ghetto von Soweto" and "Kinderlied", a song dedicated to her oldest son Isaiah.
In 2003 Denalane went on a solo tour and finished collaborations with Youssou N'Dour, ASD and Till Brönner. She also performed in New York and Philadelphia for the first time and eventually received a Comet award for "Best Hip-Hop/R&B National" and three ECHO award nominations, including "Best Female Artist". Soon after she released a Live Edition of Mamani on CD and DVD, which was recorded during a special performance in Berlin's Tränenpalast and involved a set of previously unreleased remakes. In summer 2005 Denalane contributed vocals to the German version of Common's single "Go!".
Born & Raised (2006)
In April 2006 Denalane and husband Herre founded their own label, Nesola Records. Simultaneously Denalane prepared the release of her second album, Born & Raised, her first record in English. Pre-programmed in Germany, the album was entirely recorded in Philadelphia and features appearances by American rappers Lupe Fiasco, Raekwon, and Governor. While its lead single "Let Go" reached a moderately successful number forty on the German Singles Chart, the critically-acclaimed Born & Raised (released on 11 August 2006) debuted at number two (behind Christina Aguilera's Back to Basics) on the national albums chart, making it Denalane's highest chart entry to date. Further singles from the album, "Heaven or Hell" and "Sometimes Love", failed to chart within the top one hundred. In spring 2007 Denalane released the single "Change" (featuring Lupe Fiasco) in the United Kingdom, but it failed to chart.
Present
In 2008 Joy Denalane worked with Tweet, Dwele and Bilal on the project The Dresden Soul Symphony in Dresden, Germany. They performed classic soul cuts like "Let's stay together", "Natural woman", "Its a man's world", "Ain't nothing like a real thing" etc. with the MDR Symphony Orchestra. An album and a DVD were released on October 24, 2008.
Hideaway
Joy Denalane Lyrics
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Since I've seen that smile
That once got a hold on me
I got a villa out by the sea
Where nobody be
Except you and me
And I'm gonna be your surprise, uhh-hee
Take that red pill tonight
Like we're jewelry
And now we're wide awake
Me and you
It's a wild escape for us two
And we ain't got to play by any rules
'Cause now we're miles away from all the news
Finally we live in a hideaway (we are flying high above)
Finally we live in a hideaway (to a hideaway of love)
Finally we live in a hideaway (we are flying high above)
Finally we live in hideaway (to a hideaway of love)
Hideaway, hideaway
Waking up with the birds
'Cause boy, we deserve to be finally free
Like we're the last two on earth
Put away your work
'Cause I'm all you need
And I know what's on your mind, baby
We can make love out under the stars
All night on the balcony
And now we're wide awake me and you
It's a wild escape for us two
And we ain't got to play by any rules
'Cause now we're miles away from all the news
Finally we live in a hideaway (we are flying high above)
Finally we live in a hideaway (to a hideaway of love)
Finally we live in a hideaway (we are flying high above)
Finally we live in a hideaway (to a hideaway of love)
Hideaway, hideaway
To Lisbon or Paris
We just get a palace
Toronto could be nice
Let's go start a new life
I raise you to Jo'burg
No family and no work
We've never seen Bali, yeah, yeah
Oh baby, it's just a night away (we are flying high above) yeah
Finally we live in a hideaway (to a hideaway of love)
Come on, baby
Finally we live in a hideaway (we are flying high above)
Finally we live in hideaway (to a hideaway of love)
Livin' baby, sugar
It's been a long time
Since I've seen that smile
That once got a hold on me
I got a villa out by the sea
Where nobody be
Except you and me
Waking up with the birds
'Cause boy we deserve to be finally free
Like we're the last two on earth
Put away your work
'Cause I'm all you need
Yeah
Come on hide away
With me
Let's see
Come on, babe, come on, darlin'
No, I need you, no I see
Come on, come on
The lyrics to Joy Denalane's song "Hideaway" describe a longing for escape and freedom from the demands and pressures of daily life. The singer reminisces about a smile that once captivated them, and expresses a desire to recreate that joy and happiness in a hideaway. The hideaway is portrayed as a tranquil place by the sea, where only the singer and their beloved would exist. The idea of taking a red pill symbolizes a willingness to let go and fully embrace this secluded paradise, shining brightly like jewelry.
The song suggests that being in this hideaway allows the singer and their partner to be wide awake and fully alive, escaping the limitations and restrictions of society. They are no longer bound by the rules and expectations imposed on them, instead reveling in the freedom of being miles away from the news and the noise of the world. The lyrics also convey a sense of intimacy and passion, with references to making love under the stars and spending nights on the balcony.
Overall, "Hideaway" presents a yearning for a secluded haven where the singer and their beloved can be free from the mundane and experience a deeper connection.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a long while
It has been a significant amount of time
Since I've seen that smile
Since I last witnessed your happy expression
That once got a hold on me
That used to attract and captivate me
I got a villa out by the sea
I acquired a luxurious residence near the ocean
Where nobody be
Where no other person exists
Except you and me
Except for you and me being present
And I'm gonna be your surprise, uhh-hee
And I intend to astonish you in a delightful manner
Take that red pill tonight
Engage in an adventurous and thrilling experience
And we're shining bright
And we are radiating with brilliance
Like we're jewelry
Similar to valuable ornaments
And now we're wide awake
And now we are fully alert and aware
Me and you
Both of us
It's a wild escape for us two
It is an exciting getaway for just the two of us
And we ain't got to play by any rules
And we are not obligated to adhere to any regulations or restrictions
Cause now we're miles away from all the news
Because now we are distanced from all the current events and gossip
Finally we live in a hideaway (we are flying high above)
At last, we reside in a serene and secluded place (we feel euphoric)
Finally we live in a hideaway (to a hideaway of love)
Finally, we reside in a private retreat of love
Waking up with the birds
Awakening alongside the birds
'Cause boy, we deserve to be finally free
Because, my dear, we deserve to experience ultimate freedom
Like we're the last two on earth
As if we are the only remaining pair on this planet
Put away your work
Set aside your professional responsibilities
Cause I'm all you need
Because I am everything you require
And I know what's on your mind, baby
And I understand your thoughts, my dear
We can make love out under the stars
We can engage in intimate activities beneath the stars
All night on the balcony
Throughout the entire night on the balcony
To Lisbon or Paris
Traveling to either Lisbon or Paris
We just get a palace
We will simply obtain a grand residence
Toronto could be nice
Toronto might be pleasant
Let's go start a new life
Let us embark on a fresh and different journey
I raise you to Jo'burg
I propose we go to Johannesburg together
No family and no work
Without any family obligations or professional responsibilities
We've never seen Bali, yeah, yeah
We have never had the opportunity to visit Bali, yes, yes
Oh baby, it's just a night away (we are flying high above) yeah
Oh darling, it is merely one evening of separation (we feel euphoric), yes
Finally we live in a hideaway (to a hideaway of love)
At last, we reside in a secret and intimate place (to a secluded retreat of love)
Come on, baby
Come on, my dear
Livin' baby, sugar
Living life, darling
It's been a long time
A considerable amount of time has passed
Since I've seen that smile
Since I last witnessed your happy expression
That once got a hold on me
That previously captivated me
I got a villa out by the sea
I acquired a luxurious residence near the ocean
Where nobody be
Where no other person exists
Except you and me
Except for you and me being present
Waking up with the birds
Awakening alongside the birds
'Cause boy we deserve to be finally free
Because, my dear, we deserve to experience ultimate freedom
Like we're the last two on earth
As if we are the only remaining pair on this planet
Put away your work
Set aside your professional responsibilities
Cause I'm all you need
Because I am everything you require
Yeah
Yes
Come on hide away
Let's hide away together
With me
By my side
Let's see
Let us find out
Come on, babe, come on, darlin'
Come on, darling, come on, my dear
No, I need you, no I see
No, I desire you, no, I understand
Come on, come on
Let's go, let's go
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Joy Denalane, Sway Clarke, Roberto Di Gioia, Max Herre
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marcuswagner8684
Habe zu meiner Schande noch nie was von Joy gehört, was ich definitiv nachholen werde. Großartiger und sehr amerikanisch klingender Track, der mich sofort voll erwischt hat. Lief im Radio und och dachte nur WOW! Hoffe, da gibt's noch mehr in der Richtung...ganz GROSSARTIG!!!😊
@butterflytv7240
Immer noch zu schön ❤❤ Das Video ist der absolute Hammer. Der Song Balsam für die Ohren
@user-wd5ug2xn9x
So gut gemacht! ❤ Die Bass-Line, Keys... Klasse! 🎉
@mzion4686
Yesssss, my sister and my friend in my head since 1999! Joy, you are timeless! ❤
@ZeLuJ
It’s very rare songs like these are played on the radio
@dee1380
cuz they're clean..
@djsoulchild
Because mainstream radio doesn't represent quality music, especially not R&B/Soul music.
@ZeLuJ
@@djsoulchild absolutely
@schwelmer1984
Just played on German radio DLF Kultur… that’s how I got here 😂👍
@manoufines
Wunderschöne Joy mit ihrer zeitloser Musik ! LOVE !