DJ NG's song "Tell Me", which she featured on as Baby Katy, was released on a white label and later signed to Ministry of Sound. Katy B has collaborated with Geeneus to cover the Kevin Saunderson produced "Good Life" and the track "As I". She also provides vocals on the track "Hold Me" for The Count & Sinden's debut album Mega Mega Mega and features on Magnetic Man's tracks "Perfect Stranger" and "Crossover".
Geeneus, with whom Katy B collaborated with, works for Rinse FM. Following the official recognition of the station in June 2010 (formerly a pirate radio station), Rinse presented Katy B's first single, "Katy On a Mission", which was produced by Benga and was released on 22 August 2010. The single reached number 5 on the UK Singles Chart and number 1 on the UK Indie Chart.
Katy B performed at the London Jazz Festival in 2009 with Ms. Dynamite and is collaborating with Ms. Dynamite on her upcoming album. Ms. Dynamite also featured on Katy's second single, "Lights On" which was released in the UK on 19 December 2010, where it debuted at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart.
Katy B released her third single, "Broken Record which was released in the UK on 25 March 2011 and reached number 8 on the UK Singles Chart.
On the 4 April 2011, Katy B released her debut studio album 'On a Mission'. The album debuted at number 2 in the UK.
I Like You
Katy B Lyrics
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Oh
Too many times they did me wrong
But I know what I deserve
Too many times got strung along
But I know what I deserve
Now you walk my way, made me to smile
For once I swear, I know my worth
I know you care, know what I deserve
A lover like you
A lover like you
A lover like you
A lover like you
Too many time I played the fool
But I know what I deserve
Deep down I hurt but played it cool
But I know what I deserve
Too many times my love was blind
But I know what I deserve
I never knew I could be kind
No I know what I deserve
You walk my way, made me to smile
Made my day, made it worth my while
For once I swear, I know my worth
I know you care, know what I deserve
A lover like you
A lover like you
A lover like you
A lover like you
Say my name, say my name
I can hear you calling baby
Say the words, say the words
Can you feel me falling, baby
Say my name, say my name
I can hear you calling baby
Say the words, say the words
Can you feel me falling, baby
Say my name, say my name
I can hear you calling baby
Say the words, say the words
Can you feel me falling, baby
Say my name, say my name
I can hear you calling baby
Say the words, say the words
Can you feel me falling, baby
A lover like you
A lover like you
A lover like you
A lover like you
Oh
Oh, too many times I played the fool
I need a lover like you
Like you, like you, oh
Like you, like you, oh
Like you, like you, oh
In the song I Like You by Katy B, the lyrics are about past experiences of being mistreated in relationships and finally finding someone who values her worth. The singer acknowledges the times she has been done wrong and strung along in past relationships, but she knows what she deserves. She finds a person who makes her smile and appreciates her worth, making it clear that she deserves a lover like him. The repetition of the phrase "a lover like you" emphasizes the importance of finding someone who values and respects her.
The lyrics express a sense of self-awareness and self-empowerment in the singer. She recognizes the hurt she has experienced but chooses not to be a victim and instead chooses to move forward, knowing her worth. This message encourages listeners to also cherish and believe in themselves before getting into relationships.
The chorus of the song is catchy and the repetition of the phrase "a lover like you" makes it easy for listeners to sing along. The use of an upbeat tempo with electronic and dance elements add to the overall feel-good vibe of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yeah
Expression of satisfaction
Oh
Expression of feeling
Too many times they did me wrong
Experienced mistreatment and unfair behavior numerous times
But I know what I deserve
Aware of self-worth and deserving of respect
Too many times got strung along
Repetitively deceived and given false hope
Now you walk my way, made me to smile
Encountered someone who brings joy and happiness after difficult experiences
Made my day, made it worth my while
Personal experience was enriched by the presence of the person
For once I swear, I know my worth
Realization of self-value
I know you care, know what I deserve
Belief that significant other values and respects the person
A lover like you
The type of lover needed
Say my name, say my name
Invitation for engagement and personal attention
I can hear you calling baby
Awareness of and response to significant other's actions
Say the words, say the words
Request for communication and expression of emotions
Can you feel me falling, baby
Feeling emotionally invested and vulnerable
Like you, like you, oh
Desire for a particular type of lover
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jonny Coffer, Kathleen Brien, Kye Gibbon, Matthew Robson-Scott
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Gorgon Town
It’s still pumping strong ❤️🎶
dezinechic
this song shows off the soul in her voice. love it.
We OnOne32
Katy B always got me hooked on her songs i love her soo much keep it up!!!!:)
Julio Reyes
This still sounds so good in 2021!
OFAN
It´s 2016 and I just discovering this great artist! I LIKE YOU (A LOT!!) Katy B. Greetings from México
Kerly Padilla
Ella salió en MTV push en el 2010, la pasaban entre el corte de las 7 am. Es muy talentosa <3
geo Evans
Simplesmente adoro...
Kristen O-m
Her voice is so amazing,she so talented!!!!! Also loving the song <3
Kirsty Mowatt
I'm loving that she is still bring this garage vibe. Love it!!!
Juan C
if there's an artist who really deverves success, it's you Katy. If I lived in The Uk I would buy everything you release.