I Need You, sings… Read Full Bio ↴From Karen David's website on www.karendavid.com :
I Need You, sings Karen David, and who could resist such an offer? The exotic star has everything you've been looking for: talent, sex appeal and a star quality that shines through everything she puts her passion to.
The stylish singer, songwriter and actress may be this year's hottest new thing, but Karen is no stranger to the world of showbiz. Handpicked by Bill Cosby to star alongside him in a TV commercial for Jell-O at the age of six, the multi-talented 27-year-old has spent her whole life doing what she does best: putting on dazzling performances to win admirers wherever she goes. Born in Shillong, at the foot of the Himalayas and raised in Toronto, Canada, by a half Chinese/Khasi mother and a father from Chennai, the ever-alluring Karen was never one to be confined by the expected boundaries.
At 17, she won a scholarship to the prestigious Berklee College Of Music in Boston to study jazz and gospel, where she discovered her flair for songwriting. In 1997, she moved to London to study at The Guildford School of Acting and, the moment she announced I Have a Dream, Benny Andersson snapped her up in a shot to join the original cast of the hit musical Mamma Mia!. Film director, Shekhar Kapur, brought his friend, the legend of Indian music, A R Rahman, who was developing Bombay Dreams at the time, down to see the show. He was impressed by Karen and asked her to assist him and Don Black, in the development of the material for Bombay Dreams. Her reward was to be invited to perform some of the songs on stage on his highly acclaimed sell-out US and Canada tour. This was the start of a friendship that has led to Karen writing and recording with A R Rahman at his Panchathan Record Inn studios in Chennai, India.
Her acting career has maintained her profile as she took the time to develop her sound, with onscreen appearances in Batman Begins and Johnny Vaughn's cult favourite, "Top Buzzer" on MTV UK & Europe and Channel 5. Most recent credits have included lead roles in Tamasha Arts stage production of “Strictly Dandia”, Steven Seagal's new action flick, “Flight of Fury” and Kevin Macdonald’s short film, “Eureka” for Shell Oil. She’s become a regular face in the UK’s Asian Media with features in leading publications such as Asian Woman, Asiana, and Brit-Asian.
A role in the forthcoming, and hard-hitting, movie, "Provoked", alongside the likes of Aishwarya Rai, Naveen Andrews, Miranda Richardson and Robbie Coltrane has brought her in to contact with major players in the Bollywood film industry and the soundtrack for the movie found her back in A R Rahman's Chennai studio to write and record with him the powerful, “Alive”, the theme song that captures the essence of the infamous story of the abused woman, Kiranjit Ahluwalia, who refused to let the world crush her.
Karen’s enthusiasm for performing live has seen her perform with the Inklein Quartet and tabla genius, Sirish Kumar, at key venues across London, from the Jazz Cafe and Ronnie Scotts to the Ritzy Cinema Brixton, and an invitation to play the very prestigious Nehru Centre in Mayfair (The Cultural Wing of the Indian High Commission). She’s already notched up a few hits on the festival circuit including Glastonbury, Wychwood and the Secret Garden Festival.
The priority now is to complete her debut album, "Me Versus Me". She’s been working with an A-list team that includes the beautiful, eclectic Bombay Dub Orchestra (Garry Hughes and Andrew T Mackay), and songwriter – producers Rob Wells, Damian Legassick, Andy Bradfield and, of course, A R Rahman. The breathtakingly original songs marry her velvet smooth voice and quirky insights with progressive dub pop, set against an exotic backdrop that could only have been painted by Karen David.
The “Alive – EP” – available in April 2007 - is a collection of 5 tracks which offer a taster of the musical gems to expect from Karen David. The opening track “I Need You, features elements of the Bollywood Blockbuster “Chole Ke Piche” and the mixing talents of one Celt Islam. The second track provides a stark contrast with the Inklein Quartet’s re-working of “Carry Me Home.” The third track is the haunting, “Alive” with A R Rahman, and tracks four and five feature the eloquent additional production work of The Bombay Dub Orchestra, on their versions of “I Need You” and “Carry Me Home”.
It’s been a journey in the making, but Karen’s debut album is definitely ready!
It's My Life
Karen David Lyrics
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CHORUS
It's my desire
To serve Your kingdom Lord
To take the open door and live for You
It's my desire
To offer all I am to all that You can do
BRIDGE 1
This simple life I lay upon Your altar
To be purified by Your holy fire
Take all I am and use it for Your glory, oh God
cll I want is to be what you require
CHORUS
BRIDGE 1
BRIDGE 2
It's my desire, oh Lord
Just to be what you require
To do justly, love mercy
cnd walk humbly even through the fire
CHORUS
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The lyrics of "It's My Desire" by Karen David convey a deep sense of commitment and devotion to serving God and living according to His will. The chorus expresses the singer's strong desire to dedicate their life to serving God's kingdom and to seize every opportunity that comes their way to live for Him. They are willing to give their all and offer everything they have for God to work through them. It shows a willingness to surrender and be used as an instrument of God's purpose.
In the first verse, the lyrics depict a surrender of a simple life to God's altar. The singer acknowledges the need to be purified by God's holy fire, symbolizing the desire for spiritual transformation and purification. They are willing to let go of their own desires and submit themselves entirely to God's will. They long to be what God requires them to be, indicating a desire for obedience and alignment with His plans.
The first bridge repeats the theme of surrendering all to God's glory. The singer implores God to take everything they are and use it for His purpose. Their ultimate goal is to fulfill God's requirements and bring Him glory in all they do. This showcases a humble and selfless attitude, recognizing that their purpose in life is ultimately to serve God and His plans.
In the second bridge, the lyrics reiterate the singer's desire to be what God requires them to be. They long to live justly, show mercy, and walk humbly, even in the face of challenges and hardships symbolized by the reference to "the fire." This speaks to the singer's determination to remain faithful and obedient to God's commands, even in difficult circumstances. They understand that true devotion to God does not exempt them from adversity but rather calls for perseverance and resilience.
Overall, "It's My Desire" portrays a strong desire for a life of servitude to God and a commitment to live according to His will. The lyrics reflect a surrender of self to God's plan, a desire for purification and transformation, and an unwavering determination to obey God's requirements, even amidst challenges. It communicates a deep devotion and a longing to be used by God for His glory.
Line by Line Meaning
It's my desire
I am passionate about this
To serve Your kingdom Lord
I want to dedicate myself to spreading Your message and doing Your work
To take the open door and live for You
I am willing to embrace opportunities that come my way and live my life serving You
It's my desire
I am passionate about this
To be Your feet and hands
I want to be an instrument of Your love and compassion in the world
To offer all I am to all that You can do
I want to surrender myself completely to Your will and be used by You in any way
This simple life I lay upon Your altar
I give my humble existence to You, offering it for Your purpose
To be purified by Your holy fire
I seek to be cleansed and transformed by Your divine presence and power
Take all I am and use it for Your glory, oh God
Please take everything that I am and utilize it for Your honor and praise, oh God
cll I want is to be what you require
All I desire is to be exactly what You need me to be
It's my desire, oh Lord
I am earnestly longing for this, oh Lord
Just to be what you require
My sole aspiration is to fulfill Your requirements
To do justly, love mercy
I strive to act with fairness and kindness
cnd walk humbly even through the fire
And to remain humble, even in the midst of challenging situations
CHORUS
Repeating the chorus signifies the consistent desire to live according to God's will
BRIDGE 1
The first bridge emphasizes a surrender of life and a plea to be used by God
BRIDGE 2
The second bridge reinforces the desire to fulfill God's requirements and remain faithful
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