Cheyne met producer and writer Andy Van in a dance club. Van was the founder of the Vicious Vinyl record label and had remix credits for Tina Arena and CDB. Van had also won an ARIA award for his production work on "Coma" by Pendulum.
The duo started working together mainly as writers and producers in 1988. Their first single "Fly" featured Kellie Wolfgram as the vocalist. However, Cheyne sang on the group's breakthrough single "Don't Call Me Baby" because Andy Van liked her version initially used as the guide track for the intended singer. Van took the song to the MIDEM Conference leading to the band being signed by Virgin Records in the UK and Sony Music for the rest of the world.
"Don't Call Me Baby" proved to be a breakthrough record for Madison Avenue topping the Australian charts in 1999. It sold 200,000 singles in Australia, the best singles sales achieved by any Australian act in that country for 1999 and Madison Avenue were the first Australian dance act to top the Australian singles charts. The single was released internationally in 2000. In the UK, the song sold 400,00 copies and topped the singles chart, and was a hit throughout Europe. "Don't Call Me Baby" also topped the Billboard dance charts in the US. By this stage, Cheyne was widely established as the public face of the band, although Madison Avenue was originally intended to be a collective dance group like C&C Music Factory or Soul II Soul.
The single's accompanying album, Polyester Embassy, was released in 2000 and reached #4 on the Australian album charts. It spawned three further singles:
* "Who The Hell Are You" - a #1 hit in Australia and on the Billboard Dance Charts, it also reached #10 in the UK.
* "Everything You Need" - went to #6 and was certified gold in Australia, as well as breaking into the UK's Top 40.
* "Reminiscing" - a cover version of the 1978 hit by Australian rock band Little River Band, it was the 9th most popular single by an Australian artist in Australia in 2001 (reaching #9 in the Australian singles charts that year).
In 2001, Madison Avenue won the Best Dance Artist at the International Dance Awards in Miami. Destiny's Child, Madonna, *NSYNC and Britney Spears were also nominated for the award.
The group officially disbanded in 2003, with Cheyne going on to pursue a solo career.
Do You Like What You See
Madison Avenue Lyrics
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Do you like what you see?
Can you make me believe?
I'm the one that you need?
Do you like what you see?
Do you like what you see?
Can you handle some more
From the one you adore?
VERSE 1
I got the feeling
You and me are gonna be
Just fine, and I
Really think it's gonna work out
This time, 'cause
BRIDGE
I've been aware for quite some time
You've been watching me, and I
Really like the way you move me, and so
I was wondering if I
Should maybe take a chance
Lay it on the line and ask
CHORUS
VERSE 2
I don't wanna seem like
I'm the kind of girl who's playing games
With your mind, it's just
That I'm the kind of girl who's actually
Quite shy, but
BRIDGE
CHORUS
The lyrics of the song "Do you like what you see?" by Madison Avenue are about starting a new relationship and the uncertainty that comes with it. The singer is asking her potential partner if they are attracted to her and if they can handle more from her. The chorus repeats the same question, emphasizing her desire to know if their connection is strong enough to continue. In the first verse, she expresses her optimism about the relationship, feeling that it's going to work out this time. However, in the second verse, she admits her shyness and that she doesn't want to come across as someone who is playing games with their emotions. The bridge suggests that the singer has been aware that the other person has been interested in her for some time and appreciates the attention.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you like what you see?
Are you attracted to me and satisfied with what you're seeing?
Can you make me believe?
Can you convince me that your feelings for me are genuine?
I'm the one that you need?
Am I the person you've been looking for and can't live without?
Do you like what you see?
Are you truly happy with who I am as a person and everything else about me?
Do you like what you see?
Is what you're seeing enough for you or do you need more to continue being interested?
Can you handle some more
Can you handle a deeper level of emotional intimacy?
From the one you adore?
From me, the person you admire and care about deeply?
Do you like what you see?
Do you still find me attractive and appealing despite getting to know me better?
I got the feeling
I have a gut feeling about us and think it's going to work out well.
You and me are gonna be
I believe we are meant to be together romantically.
Just fine, and I
Everything will be okay, and I am optimistic about our future.
Really think it's gonna work out
Truly believe that our relationship will last and be fulfilling.
This time, 'cause
I have a good feeling about us, and it's different from my past experiences.
I've been aware for quite some time
I have known for a while that you have been interested in me or watching me.
You've been watching me, and I
You have been observing me and displaying interest in me, which I find flattering.
Really like the way you move me, and so
I appreciate the positive emotions and sensations you elicit in me.
I was wondering if I
I have been considering whether or not to take a risk.
Should maybe take a chance
I should consider putting myself out there and letting you know how I feel.
Lay it on the line and ask
Be direct and vulnerable in order to get a clear answer about your true feelings.
I don't wanna seem like
I don't want to come across as a person who is manipulative or insincere.
I'm the kind of girl who's playing games
I'm not the sort of person who is interested in mind games or emotional trickery.
With your mind, it's just
It's just that I have some reservations or apprehensions I am working through.
That I'm the kind of girl who's actually
The reality is that I'm a bit reserved or self-conscious around people I'm interested in.
Quite shy, but
I'm not the most outgoing person, but I'm interested in you and want to get to know you better.
Contributed by Vivian P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.