Mayte first came to the attention of Prince in 1990 when her mother, Nell submitted a video cassette of Mayte's performance. Prince met the young dancer during the same year while on tour in Germany and eventually she was hired to dance in his Diamonds and Pearls tour. Her role was soon elevated as she became the focus of his next album — The Love Symbol and assumed the guise of an Egyptian princess for the concept album.
When Prince slimmed down the New Power Generation and changed his stage name to o(+>, Mayte revealed to fans her Puerto Rican heritage, remained in the NPG as a dancer, and often provided English and Spanish vocals on his albums. In 1995, Prince produced an album for Mayte entitled Child of the Sun for a European release on his NPG Records label. Singles for the album included "If I Love U 2 Night".
Children of the Sun
Mayte Lyrics
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The past was here and gone
Just like the moon 2 day
That disappears with the morning dawn
It's time 4 all 2 get happy
Come on and take a chance
I wanna see U party
I wanna see U dance
CHORUS:
We are the children of the sun
We're gonna dance and sing until the morning comes
If your tears need company, this party ain't the one
Jump it up and down, we are the children of the sun
(Yahoo! Yahoo!) {x2}
Children of the sun
What's the use in cryin'
When 2 day's a brand new day?
Nowhere 2 run and hide in
I'm here 2 show U a better way
Everybody's welcome, it's all up 2 U
If U wanna party, let me show U what 2 do
Come on everybody, let's dance, dance, dance
CHORUS
(Yahoo! Yahoo!)
Children of the sun
(Yahoo! Yahoo!)
Children of the sun
The rhythm lives inside of everybody
Man, woman, boy or girl
It doesn't matter where U come from
We're all part of this world
All the reason more 2 love someone
2 night we gonna party til we see the sun
Wipe those tears away
The past was here and gone
Just like the moon 2 day
Ooh, that disappears with the morning dawn
Come on everybody, let's dance, dance, dance
CHORUS
(Yahoo! Yahoo!)
Children of the sun
We are the children {x2}
We are the children of the sun
We're gonna dance and sing until the morning comes
If your tears need company, this party ain't the one
Jump it up and down, we are the children of the.
Jump it up and down, we are the children of the sun
(Yahoo! Yahoo! Yahoo! Yahoo!)
Children of the sun
(Yahoo! Yahoo! Yahoo! Yahoo!)
The lyrics to Mayte's song "Children of the Sun" convey a message of hope and positivity. The opening lines encourage listeners to wipe away their tears and move on from the past, which has already gone like the moon that disappears with the morning dawn. The song then continues with an invitation to embrace life, take a chance, and dance. The chorus declares that we are all children of the sun, and we should dance and sing until the morning comes. The song celebrates unity, progress, and the joy of being alive.
Mayte's lyrics show an understanding of the role music and dance can play in bringing people together. By creating a communal space where everyone can let loose and celebrate, the song aims to break down the barriers that can sometimes divide us. The lyrics also encourage listeners to see the beauty in themselves and others, to seize the day, and to embrace change. Mayte's "Children of the Sun" is a testament to the power of music to inspire and uplift.
Line by Line Meaning
Wipe those tears away
Don't be sad, it's time to move on
The past was here and gone
The past is over and done with
Just like the moon 2 day
Similar to how the moon disappears during the day
That disappears with the morning dawn
The moon disappears when the sun rises
It's time 4 all 2 get happy
It's time for everyone to be happy
Come on and take a chance
Step out of your comfort zone and try something new
I wanna see U party
I want to see you have fun
I wanna see U dance
I want to see you dance
Come on everybody, let's dance, dance, dance
Everyone should dance together
We are the children of the sun
We are all connected and part of this world
We're gonna dance and sing until the morning comes
We will celebrate until the sun rises
If your tears need company, this party ain't the one
This is a happy party, not a sad one
Jump it up and down, we are the children of the sun
We will celebrate joyfully
What's the use in cryin'
There's no point in being sad
When 2 day's a brand new day?
Today is a new beginning
Nowhere 2 run and hide in
There's nowhere to escape to
I'm here 2 show U a better way
I'm here to help you find happiness
Everybody's welcome, it's all up 2 U
Everyone is welcome to join the party
If U wanna party, let me show U what 2 do
I will teach you how to have fun
The rhythm lives inside of everybody
We all have rhythm inside of us
Man, woman, boy or girl
Everyone regardless of gender or age
It doesn't matter where U come from
It doesn't matter your background
We're all part of this world
We are all connected
All the reason more 2 love someone
There is even more reason to love someone
2 night we gonna party til we see the sun
Tonight we will celebrate until morning
We are the children
We are all part of this world
We are the children of the sun
We are all connected and part of this world
Jump it up and down, we are the children of the sun
We will celebrate joyfully
Children of the sun
We are all connected and part of this world
Contributed by Jason C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Tracklist
1 children of the sun 0:01
2 In Your Gracious Name 04:29
3 If I Love U 2Night 09:36
4 The Rhythm Of Your Heart 13:55
5 Ain't No Place Like U 17:11
6 house of brick (brick house) 21:58
7 love's no fun 25:16
8 baby don't care 29:14
9 however much u want 34:43
10 Mo' Better 39:15
11 If I Love U 2night (Spanish) 44:10
12 The Most Beautiful Boy in The World 48:28
@tonypearson4638
The scope of Prince's genius it is unmeasurable this albums production which is probably done by Prince so remarkable
@onesong2001
probably@lovelyedits7906
You have such an angelic voice……I can just listen to it 24/7 💜🌹💜🌹
@maggieposhes2477
Listening to this album always puts me in a good place. Thank you for uploading it.🌞💖🌻
@dennoch
21:58 I'm in love with that song! 🔥 the whole album is great! 2023 ❤️
@onesong2001
One of my faves on this album.
Good music doesn't age. It's timeless.
@betaraychill1574
Oh my gosh , so many happy memories listening to this album 💜
@yesminors6088
wow amazing talent..amazing dancer n perfect voice ❤️💯🌺
@debbiechain1402
Mayte I enjoyed listening to your album. Much love and respect.
@garyprater8139
Hello Mayte, (Although I've never met him) Prince was my musical big brother who inspired me to do music. I remember the first time I saw you Mayte was on the Arsenio Hall Show and you were wearing a red outfit. I was like WOW! I thought you looked so precious and adorable. You still are 💗