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.
Perfect Stranger
Katy B Lyrics
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I can feel him in back of my brain
When I step into the crowd
Something told me that I'd meet you today
Your energy when you touch me
Lifted me over ground
Your words to me are like music
Who you are (who you are)
All I really know is there's something your heart
That makes me feel (me feel)
It's a new start (it's a new start)
All I really know is there's something your heart
Are you from another world
I never seen someone who looks like you
Beautiful stranger how do you do?
Tell me is there something I can do for you
Your energy when you touch me
Lifted me off the ground
Your words to me are like music
I don't know (don't know)
Who you are (who you are)
All I really know is there's something your heart
That makes me feel (makes me feel)
It's a new start (it's a new start)
All I really know is there's something your heart
Something, something, something
Something, something, something
Something, something, something
Oh there's something, there's something I can see it there
Something, something, something
Something, something, something
Something, something, something
Oh there's something, there's something I can see it there
Something, something, something
Something in your heart
I don't know (I don't know)
Who you are (who you are)
All I really know is, there's something your heart
That makes me feel (makes me feel)
It's a new start (it's a new start)
All I really know is there's something your heart
I don't know (I don't know)
Who you are (who you are)
All I really know is, there's something your heart
That makes me feel (makes me feel)
It's a new start (it's a new start)
All I really know is there's something your heart
Something, something, something
Oh there's something, there's something I can see it there
Something, something, something
Something, something, something
Something, something, something
Oh there's something, there's something I can see it there
Something, something, something
Something in your heart
Something, something, something
Something in your heart
The lyrics of Katy B's song Perfect Stranger are an ode to the fleeting nature of attraction, the magnetic pull of chemistry and the power of the unknown. From the very first lines, the singer expresses her intuition and the visceral feeling that something is about to happen. She doesn't have to turn around or see the person, she just senses them, feels their energy, and connects with them on a deeper, almost spiritual level. The chorus emphasizes the mystery and uncertainty of the situation - she doesn't know who this perfect stranger is, where he comes from, or what his intentions are, but she knows that there's something in his heart that resonates with hers. It's a new start, a possibility for something different, exciting, and transformative.
As the verse progresses, Katy B describes the physical and emotional impact of the encounter. The stranger's touch and words are like music to her, lifting her up, and carrying her away. She asks him if he's from another world because she's never seen someone like him before, and she's curious and open to explore the unknown. The bridge repeats the "something" motif as a way of signifying the unspoken and elusive quality of the connection. The song ends on a hopeful note, with Katy B reaffirming her feelings and acknowledging that there's something in the stranger's heart that she can see and feel, even if she doesn't fully understand it.
Line by Line Meaning
I didn't have to turn around
I sensed your presence before I saw you
I can feel him in back of my brain
I have a strong intuition about you
When I step into the crowd
I felt a magnetism drawing me towards you
Something told me that I'd meet you today
I had a premonition that I would encounter you
Your energy when you touch me
I feel a powerful connection to you
Lifted me over ground
You have a transformative effect on me
Your words to me are like music
Your words have a profound emotional impact on me
I don't know (I don't know)
I'm uncertain (I'm uncertain)
Who you are (who you are)
What your identity is (What your identity is)
All I really know is there's something your heart
But I sense that there's something about you that moves me deeply
That makes me feel (me feel)
That elicits a feeling in me (a feeling in me)
It's a new start (it's a new start)
Like a fresh beginning (like a fresh beginning)
Are you from another world
I wonder if you are unlike anyone else
I never seen someone who looks like you
I find you remarkably distinctive
Beautiful stranger, how do you do?
You are an alluring enigma to me
Tell me is there something I can do for you
I want to help you or please you in some way
Something, something, something
There's a certain je ne sais quoi
Oh there's something, there's something I can see it there
I have a sense that there is something special about you
Something in your heart
I believe there is a depth to your character
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ADEBENGA ADEJUMO, ARTHUR SMITH, KATIE BRIEN, OLIVER JONES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Katie Day
This is one of my favourite live lounge performances. Iconic. Katy B has the most beautiful and haunting voice, she's still so underated. This will forever remain a goose bump inducing masterpiece ❤️
Dar92k
Fact
SqeeG
Amen!
I'm still coming back to this years later!
Kev Clarke
So true master peace
TheObituaryOfLife
Still gives me chills lol
Tony O'Neill
Yep what u said, and more, beautiful,
no words even ❤
Jodi West
She was only 17 I think? Imagine the pressure, single take, all these accomplished musicians and famous producers, she looks so nervous but steps up to the plate amazingly. Perfection
Eddy Summers
Totally.
Charlene Lee
Comment Gave me the chills! Establishing your own power courage faith
rvp
If this was 2011 she was 22