An accomplished musician and producer, Jaye is best known for his chart-topping hits, "Let’s Start Love Over", "Heaven" and "Objective" featuring Grover Washington, Jr. His heart wrenching "I’ve Been A Fool For You" has become one of radio’s favorite R&B classics.
While Jaye laid the groundwork for excellence with his three highly acclaimed CD’s on Island Records, MILES, STRONG and IRRESISTIBLE; he continued that standard of excellence on his own Black Tree Records with titles such as the ODYSSEY, HUMANITY, ROMANTIC STORM, THE TRUTH ABOUT LOVE, TIME TO GET MY MIND RIGHT, DIVINE ASCENSION, ATTENERGY and GOD'S CREATION, featuring his unmistakable, classic Miles vocals.
Now a Floridian, Jaye enjoys a long-standing reputation as an R&B and Contemporary Jazz writer/producer, having partnered with some of the giants of jazz on his recordings such as George Duke, Roy Ayers, Nat Adderley, Jr., Rachelle Ferrell, Grover Washington, Jr. and Branford Marsalis. The list of notables with which Jaye has shared the concert stages of the world is too extensive to include here.
Jaye is especially proud of writing and producing six tracks on the certified Gold JOY CD from his mentor, legendary R&B singer Teddy Pendergrass. A prolific composer, Jaye has penned and recorded more than 50 original compositions and has the unique distinction of recording no less than 12 different musical instruments on several of his critically acclaimed CD’s.
In addition to side-man duties early in his career for songstress, Phyllis Hyman, balladeer, Jon Lucien and jazz guitarist Eric Gale, Jaye served two years as lead-singing Cop for the hit pop group that brought you YMCA, Macho Man and In the Navy - THE VILLAGE PEOPLE.
Jaye is also a novelist, playwright, art student and an award-winning journalist. He is an active supporter of campaigns for AIDS Awareness, Breast Cancer research and an advocate for victims of domestic violence. He also actively supports arts education in public schools.
Miles Jaye Davis, like his namesake, legendary trumpeter, Miles Davis, is one of music’s most gifted, distinctive and dynamic artists.
Miles' career also includes the following:
Producer
JOY (Artist: Teddy Pendergrass 1988 – Certified Gold)
Guest Vocal Recordings
PEACEFUL JOURNEY (Artist: Kim Waters);
ERIC GALE & BAND, MONTREAUX JAZZ FESTIVAL (Artist: Eric Gale with Miles Jaye on Vocal, Violin and Flute);
PEACEFUL PEACE (Artist: Bryant Pugh & Friends with Miles Jaye on Violin);
Theater Performances
“Last Love Song”
“You’re Gonna Make Me Love Somebody Else”
“Young Man, Older Woman”
Author
Margerette, a Novel (published 2003)
Black Men’s Magazine (2005 Monthly Jazz Columnist)
Desiree
Miles Jaye Lyrics
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You wanna tell me what's goin' on here
You've been comin' on real strong lately, yeah, yeah, real strong
I think maybe we better talk about this
Yeah, we better talk about this, uh huh
I'm ready to tell you what I have to say
I guess I finally figured out why you came here to see me today
You're fallin' in love and you want to fulfill your love and fantasy
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Don't you know you're too young to stay?
Much too young to stay with me
I know you're lookin' good, girl, you're a fine tenderony
But what you think is love, is not, you're just a little lonely
It wouldn't be right for me to try to rock along with you, girl
So, baby tonight don't fight, Desiree let me do what I've got to do
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Don't you know you're too young to stay?
Much too young to stay with me
Don't try to turn me on
Don't do it, oh oh oh, don't do it
Don't do that way, baby, don't do it
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Don't you know you're too young to stay?
Much too young to stay with me
Desiree, girl you got to go away
You're much too young to play with me
I wanna talk to you
Desiree, Desiree you're tryin' to drive me crazy
I have to send you on your way, girl
Before I ask you to stay
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Don't you know you're too young to stay?
Much too young to stay with me
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Don't you know you're too young to play?
Much too young to play with me
Desiree, Desiree
You're lookin' mighty fine girl
Don't do it, oh oh oh, don't do it, oh
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Don't you know you're too young to stay?
Much too young to stay with me
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Don't you know you're too young to play?
Much too young to play with me
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Don't you know you're too young to stay?
Much too young to stay with me
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Don't you know you're too young to play?
Much too young to play with me
Desiree
The song "Desiree" by Miles Jaye is a cautionary tale of a man who is rejecting the romantic advance of a younger woman who he believes is too inexperienced for him. In the verses, the man is hesitant and skeptical, questioning the motives and intentions of the woman who has been pursuing him. He realizes that she is looking for more than a fling and is trying to convince him to commit to her. He ultimately decides that age and maturity differences are too great, and it would not be right to become romantically involved with her.
In the chorus, the man repeats the girl's name, pleading with her to leave and not stay with him. He understands that he must send her away because she is too young for him, and he cannot fulfill her dreams of romance. The song's conflict is wrapped up in the final verses, where the man tries to let the woman down gently, telling her she looks "mighty fine" and expressing that he knows she is trying to "drive him crazy." However, he ultimately realizes that he has to "send her on her way" before he complicates matters further.
The song speaks to the age-old theme of romantic attraction despite differences in age and experience. While the focus in the song is on rejecting an advance from a younger woman, the theme could apply to any situation where one person is looking for something more serious than another. Ultimately, the song is a reminder that love and romance can be messy and complicated and that sometimes people have to make hard decisions to do what is right for themselves and others.
Line by Line Meaning
Wait a minute now, baby, slow down
Hold on, take your time and don't rush things
You wanna tell me what's goin' on here
Can you please explain the situation to me?
You've been comin' on real strong lately, yeah, yeah, real strong
You've been showing a lot of interest in me lately
I think maybe we better talk about this
I believe we should have a conversation about what's happening
Yeah, we better talk about this, uh huh
Yes, it's important for us to discuss this matter
I'm ready to tell you what I have to say
I am prepared to share my thoughts and feelings with you
I guess I finally figured out why you came here to see me today
I believe I understand why you have come to visit me today
I should have known the way you flash your pretty smile at me, yeah
I should have realized that your frequent smiles were a sign of romantic interest
You're fallin' in love and you want to fulfill your love and fantasy
You have developed deep feelings for me and wish to live out your romantic dream
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Desiree, you must leave me
Don't you know you're too young to stay?
You are not old enough to remain with me
Much too young to stay with me
You are far too young to be my partner
I know you're lookin' good, girl, you're a fine tenderony
I acknowledge your attractiveness and appeal
But what you think is love, is not, you're just a little lonely
However, what you interpret as love is actually just a desire for companionship
It wouldn't be right for me to try to rock along with you, girl
It would not be appropriate for me to engage in a romantic relationship with you
So, baby tonight don't fight, Desiree let me do what I've got to do
Therefore, please don't resist and allow me to handle the situation how I see fit
Don't try to turn me on
Please don't attempt to seduce me
Desiree, Desiree you're tryin' to drive me crazy
Desiree, your romantic advances are causing me distress
I have to send you on your way, girl
I have to ask you to leave
Before I ask you to stay
Before I indicate that I want you to remain with me
Desiree you're lookin' mighty fine girl
Desiree, you are quite physically attractive
Don't do it, oh oh oh, don't do it
Please don't try to pursue me romantically
Desiree, girl you got to go away
Desiree, you must leave me
Don't you know you're too young to play?
You are not old enough to engage in a romantic relationship with me
Much too young to play with me
You are far too young to be my romantic partner
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: MILES JAYE DAVIS
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