Born in London, he is the son of writer Ann Dexter-Jones and real estate tycoon Laurence Ronson. His mother later married Mick Jones, lead guitarist of multiplatinum selling rock band Foreigner. He has two sisters: fashion designer Charlotte Ronson and DJ Samantha Ronson. He spent his childhood in a wealthy suburb of London where he lived on the same street as Paul McCartney‘s family. When his parents divorced at age 8, he moved to New York, where he made friends with John Lennon's son, Sean Lennon.
Ronson played guitar and drums from an early age, but it wasn't until moving to New York City with his mother that Ronson discovered DJ culture. At age 16, already a fan of such popular hip-hop artists as Run-D.M.C. and the Beastie Boys, Ronson began listening to the various hip-hop mixtapes released every few months by DJs. Inspired, Ronson confiscated his father's record collection and began trying his hand at mixing.
The young DJ with the diverse taste soon caught the ears and eyes of various socialites and New York celebrities, including fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger, who featured Ronson along with other sons and daughters of celebrities in a 1997 fashion campaign. A year later, hip-hop mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs hired Ronson to DJ his fabled 29th birthday bash. These and other high-profile gigs boosted Ronson's "hip quotient" and helped promote his more serious-minded music career. Fusing his eclectic turntable skills with his knowledge of musical instruments and songwriting, Ronson eventually embarked on his first solo project. Featuring such diverse guest artists as dancehall rapper Sean Paul, hip-hop artist Mos Def, Jack White of the White Stripes, and Rivers Cuomo of Weezer, Ronson's debut album, Here Comes the Fuzz, bowed for Elektra in 2003.
Ronson's second album, Version, adds to his eclectic style. In this sophomore album, Ronson fuses a range of musical genres from Daniel Merriweather to Ol' Dirty Bastard to Phantom Planet with an up tempo contemporary funk sound. All the songs on this album are covers of previous Billboard top-10 pop songs, with a jazzy twist.
Career
Attending Vassar College and then New York University (NYU), Ronson became a regular at downtown hip-hop spots and made his name as a DJ on the New York club scene in 1993. He was soon one of the most respected DJs and was being called on for celebrities' private parties. Ronson is known for his diverse, genre-spanning selection, influenced by both the hip-hop scene of New York and the more rock influence of the UK, amongst others.
He moved on, however, to producing music. After producing Nikka Costa's song "Everybody Got Their Something," Ronson signed a record contract with Elektra Records. His first album Here Comes the Fuzz was released in 2003 and was a critically acclaimed success that featured artists of all genres, despite initially poor sales. The most well known song from the album, " Ooh Wee" samples " Sunny" by Boney M and features Nate Dogg, Ghostface Killah, and Trife Da God. He has since produced multiple songs on the albums of singers Christina Aguilera, Amy Winehouse, Lily Allen, and Robbie Williams.
In 2004, he formed his own record label, Allido Records, a subsidiary of Sony BMG's J Records, along with his longtime manager Rich Kleiman. The first artist he signed to Allido was rapper Rhymefest, most well-known for winning the Grammy for co-writing Kanye West's "Jesus Walks".
In March 2006, Ronson released a cover of Radiohead's " Just" as a single. In certain areas, such as the UK, it gained major radio play. It also saw release as part of Exit Music: Songs with Radio Heads, a full Radiohead covers CD, in April, later appearing on Ronson's second album, Version, which was released in the UK on 16 April 2007. It includes other covers of a diverse selection of rock & pop songs including: Kaiser Chiefs' " Oh My God" (featuring guest vocals from Lily Allen), an instrumental version of Coldplay's " God Put A Smile Upon Your Face", Britney Spears' "Toxic", Ryan Adams' "Amy", Maxïmo Park's " Apply Some Pressure", The Zutons' "Valerie" and Kasabian's "L.S.F.".
You're All I Need To Get By
Mark Ronson Lyrics
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To get by, ahhhhh
You're all, I need
To get by, ahhhhh
Shorty I'm there for you anytime you need me
For real girl, it's me in your world, believe me
Nuttin make a man feel better than a woman
There are few things that's forever, my lady
We can make war or make babies
Back when I was nothin
You made a brother feel like he was somethin
That's why I'm with you to this day boo no frontin
Even when the skies were gray
You would rub me on my back and say "Baby it'll be okay"
Now that's real to a brother like me baby
Never ever give my booty away and keep it tight aight
And I'm a walk these dogs so we can live
In a phat-ass crib with thousands of kids
Word life you don't need a ring to be my wife
Just be there for me and I'm a make sure we
Be livin in the effin lap of luxury
I'm realizing that you didn't have to funk with me
But you did, now I'm going all out kid
And I got mad love to give, you my nigga
Like sweet morning dew
I took one look at you
And it was plain to see
You were my destiny
With you I'll spend my time
I'll dedicate my life
I'll sacrifice for you
Dedicate my life for you
I got a love jonz for your body and your skin tone
Five minutes alone I'm already on the bone
Plus I love the fact you got a mind of your own
No need to shop around you got the good stuff at home
Even if I'm locked up North you in the world
Wrapped in three-fourths of cloth never showin your stuff off, boo
It be true me for you that's how it is
I be your Noah, you be my Wiz
I'm your Mister, you my Mrs. with hugs and kisses
Valentine cards and birthday wishes? Please
Be on another level of planning, of understanding
The bond between man and woman, and child
The highest elevation, cause we above
All that romance crap, just show your love
These lyrics are a love letter to a significant other, celebrating the power of their relationship and expressing the singer's gratefulness for their love. The chorus, "you're all I need to get by," is a simple and straightforward statement of the love and commitment they feel towards their partner.
Throughout the verses, the singer highlights different aspects of their relationship, from the little things that make them feel supported and loved ("you would rub me on my back and say 'Baby it'll be okay'") to the deeper understanding they have of one another ("The bond between man and woman, and child"). The lyrics emphasize the strength and dedication of their relationship, even in the face of difficult times.
As the song progresses, the verses become more and more romantic, highlighting the specific physical and emotional qualities that attract the singer to their partner. And ultimately, the chorus brings it all back to the simple, honest truth of their love: "you're all I need to get by."
Overall, these lyrics celebrate the power of love and the joy of being in a supportive, committed relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
You're all, I need
The only thing I need in life is you
To get by, ahhhhh
I need you to help me through life's challenges
Shorty I'm there for you anytime you need me
I will always be there for you when you need me
For real girl, it's me in your world, believe me
I am genuinely invested in you and our relationship
Nuttin make a man feel better than a woman
There is no greater joy for a man than a loving woman
Queen with a crown that be down for whatever
You are a strong woman who will stand by me through anything
There are few things that's forever, my lady
Few things last forever, but my love for you will never fade
We can make war or make babies
We can have our disagreements, but still make a family together
Back when I was nothin
Before I had success or anything to offer
You made a brother feel like he was somethin
You gave me confidence and made me feel valuable
That's why I'm with you to this day boo no frontin
That's why I'm committed to you and our relationship
Even when the skies were gray
Even during tough times
You would rub me on my back and say "Baby it'll be okay"
You comforted me and reassured me during difficult moments
Now that's real to a brother like me baby
Your loyalty and support mean a lot to me
Never ever give my booty away and keep it tight aight
I trust you to remain faithful and loyal to our relationship
And I'm a walk these dogs so we can live
I'll do what it takes to provide for our family
In a phat-ass crib with thousands of kids
I dream of a happy family life with you and many children
Word life you don't need a ring to be my wife
We don't need marriage to prove our love and commitment
Just be there for me and I'm a make sure we
As long as we are together, I will take care of you
Be livin in the effin lap of luxury
We will be living comfortably and happily
I'm realizing that you didn't have to funk with me
I'm grateful that you chose to be with me
But you did, now I'm going all out kid
You've inspired me to do my best in all aspects of life
And I got mad love to give, you my nigga
I have a lot of love to give and you are my partner for life
Like sweet morning dew
You are fresh and beautiful like morning dew
I took one look at you
I was immediately drawn to you
And it was plain to see
I knew right away that we were meant to be together
You were my destiny
I believe that you were meant to be in my life
With you I'll spend my time
I want to spend all my time with you
I'll dedicate my life
I am committed to being with you for life
I'll sacrifice for you
I am willing to make sacrifices for our relationship
I got a love jonz for your body and your skin tone
I am deeply attracted to your physical appearance
Five minutes alone I'm already on the bone
I am easily aroused by you
Plus I love the fact you got a mind of your own
I admire your independence and intelligence
No need to shop around you got the good stuff at home
I don't need anyone else because you have everything I want
Even if I'm locked up North you in the world
Even if we are separated, you are always in my thoughts
Wrapped in three-fourths of cloth never showin your stuff off, boo
You have class and don't need to flaunt your body to be attractive
It be true me for you that's how it is
I am true to you and our relationship is strong
I be your Noah, you be my Wiz
We are a team, and together we can overcome anything
I'm your Mister, you my Mrs. with hugs and kisses
We are loving spouses who show affection to one another
Valentine cards and birthday wishes? Please
I don't need a special occasion to express my love for you
Be on another level of planning, of understanding
We are committed to each other and are always planning and growing together
The bond between man and woman, and child
Our love extends beyond just us, but to our future family as well
The highest elevation, cause we above
Our love is pure and elevated, above the superficialities of the world
All that romance crap, just show your love
We don't need grand romantic gestures, just genuine love and commitment
Contributed by Audrey C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dávidnagy91
The best song this month/ Nagyon jó szám, nagyon szeretem!!!
Another Autistic Youtuber
Tawiah is singing and this is Wale rapping.
Mary J Blige, Everyone Knows The Queen Is Me MJB
who is doing the female vocal?
Brian M. Peters
the female vocal is superb. The cover seems...incomplete. The rap is, well, rap...no comment.
marko zdero
WALE!
Thurgood Marshall
doesn't quite have the same presence as meth, does he..
CellMarcell
Anett likes this song very much. Is it true?
Mary J Blige, Everyone Knows The Queen Is Me MJB
OK OK no need to shout,i just read it in the description.
Kayleigh
the Marvin Gaye original is much much better.
WAM
Wiz khalifa brother singing ?