After starting his own label Prolific Recordings, Cole produced a song called "Sincere" in 1998 with a sampler and an Amiga. One of the twenty test pressings of "Sincere" was received by Pete Tong, who started playing the tune on his national BBC radio 1 show. Cole then signed on Gilles Peterson's Talkin' Loud label, where he recorded "Sincere", the album. The Mercury Music Prize nominated (2000) debut won him the accolade of Best Producer from the prestigious Muzik and Mobo magazine awards, sold over 60,000 copies in the UK alone and spawned two outstanding Top 15 singles.
He released a second long player "Cut to the chase" (2003) and he has collaborated on and remixed works by Jill Scott, Tom Jones and Mariah Carey.
Introduction
MJ Cole Lyrics
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On the wild side
Let’s take a ride
On the wild side
Be sincere
Don’t do it
Be sincere
Don’t do it
Don’t do it
I’m crazy
Don’t do it
Don’t do it
I’m crazy
Be sincere
The lyrics of MJ Cole's song "Introduction" are short, simple and straightforward, but they convey a message of adventure, daring and a hint of madness. The opening lines "Take a ride on the wild side, Let's take a ride on the wild side" suggest a willingness to live life on the edge, to explore new frontiers and to embrace risk and excitement. The repetition of the phrase "on the wild side" reinforces this idea, and also creates a sense of urgency and energy.
The middle part of the song features a call-and-response between two voices. The first voice urges the listener to "be sincere" and not to hold back. The second voice responds with a warning: "Don't do it, I'm crazy". This exchange could be interpreted in a number of ways - perhaps the first voice is encouraging the listener to let go of their inhibitions and express themselves fully, while the second voice is warning against the potentially dangerous consequences of such an act. Alternatively, it could be seen as a dialogue between two parts of the listener's own psyche - one urging them to take risks and embrace their wild side, while the other voices caution and concern.
Overall, "Introduction" sets the tone for the rest of MJ Cole's album, establishing a sense of adventure and excitement that is present throughout. The song's sparse lyrics and repetitive structure give it a hypnotic quality, drawing the listener in and encouraging them to let go of their inhibitions and join in the ride.
Line by Line Meaning
Take a ride
Let's explore new experiences and take a journey together.
On the wild side
Let's break from the norm and venture into unknown territory.
Be sincere
Be honest with yourself and others, and show genuine emotions.
Don't do it
Don't hold back or resist the temptation to let go and enjoy life.
I'm crazy
I'm unpredictable and spontaneous, and I want you to join me in this wildness.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MATTHIJS ROOK, DARIEN DEWAYNE BROCKINGTON, PHONTE LYSHOD COLEMAN
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