Born Clifford Smith in Kingston, Jamaica, he was given the nickname Mr. Vegas by his cousin for the neon pink shorts he wore on the football field; in addition to his athletic skills Mr. Vegas also demonstrated musical talents early on. However an unfortunate dispute over the ownership of a DAT resulted in Vegas being hit in the jaw with an iron pipe; after the assault Vegas' mouth was wired shut so he was forced to create a unique method of vocalizing through his teeth. That style was first heard on "Nike Air", the song that initially positioned Vegas on the dancehall charts. Characterized by uplifting lyrics aimed (especially) at young women, he followed "Nike Air" with another affirming and very appealing tune "Heads High" which reached number one in Jamaica, hit the British Top Ten and found its way onto several urban stations across America.
Vegas' 1997 debut album "Heads High" (Greensleeves Records) further displayed his captivating vocal capabilities on songs like "Jacket", "Sweet Pineapple" and "Everywhere I Go"; it also earned him a British Mobo Award as Best Reggae artist, while establishing his fan base beyond the Jamaican dancehall.
However Vegas demonstrated even greater versatility on his 2001 sophomore release "Damn Right" (Greensleeves) which featured a stronger R&B and hip-hop flavor on the hits "Girls Time" and "She's A Ho", sensitive singing on the roots rocking "Rise" and a sensational duet with Sean Paul "Hot Gal Today".
With his move to the Los Angeles based independent label Delicious Vinyl Vegas released his third CD "Pull Up". The title track was recorded on Scatta Burrell's wildly popular Coolie Dance riddim, entered the Billboard charts and took Vegas' music into previously uncharted territory. Another single from "Pull Up" "Tamale" also did well, particularly in Europe.
Vegas has just completed his fourth and finest CD so far "Constant Spring" which presents an amalgam of styles including reggaeton productions by the red hot duo Luny/Tunes on the tracks "Johnny" and "Papito" and Latin tinged duets with Don Omar ("Pobre Diablo") and El Medico ("Penicilin"). Another scorching combination "Burnin" features soca sensation Kevin Lyttle. Vegas' long time associate Jamaica's Richard "Shams" Browne produced several tracks including "Million Dollar Baby" and "Slow Wine" while veteran dancehall hit makers Steely and Clevie's Sleepy Dog riddim scampers under Vegas' current Jamaican chart topper, the CDs title track "Constant Spring". Another Jamaican hit that is currently finding popularity throughout Europe is Vegas' self-produced, uncharacteristically contemplative "More Love", his emotive singing lamenting Jamaica's upwardly spiraling crime rate but the song's lyrics are applicable to many troubled territories throughout the world:
"I walk these Kingston streets, everyday a bare a beat/I can't get no sleep all I hear is AKs when they speak/ I walk Spanish town all I hear is people get gunned down, when I look around all I see is bodies on the ground. My shadow's afraid to even walk beside me, my shadow's afraid to even walk this city gun dawg and his friend full the morgue in Kingston city/too many guns in town."
"Crime, violence, war, it affects everyone," Vegas says, "and there is nothing in that song that doesn't relate to what is going on everywhere, especially Kingston. We want this album to be versatile so a Latino person a hip hop person, urban kids or all nationalities will listen to it."
Reflecting the ongoing changes within the music industry, Vegas and his manager Leslie Cooney of the Los Angeles based company Addict Management will be taking a very different approach regarding the release of "Constant Spring": they will not be signing to just one label. "We have found that as an independent artist Vegas can better exploit his appeal in every territory without the expectations and limitations of being signed to one label," says Ms. Cooney. "Instead, we will directly supply his fans with music worldwide and will seek licenses with different labels in their respective territories. Whether by an actual record or digital distribution, if there is a demand for Vegas it can now be met without waiting for the record label machinery to spring into action. We are taking matters in our own hands and Vegas is planning his own future."
And for Mr. Vegas the future appears to be shining even brighter than the flashing neon lights that abound in the Nevada city that is his namesake. www.mr-vegas.com
Beautiful Life
Mr. Vegas Lyrics
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We live until we die
When you run into my arms
We steal a perfect moment
Let the monsters see you smile
Let them see you smiling
When will the hurt kick in?
Life is beautiful, but it's complicated
We barely make it
We don't need to understand
There are miracles, miracles
Yeah, life is beautiful
Our hearts - they beat and break
When you run away from harm
Will you run back into my arms
Like you did when you were young?
Will you come back to me?
I will hold you tightly
When the hurting kicks in
Life is beautiful, but it's complicated
We barely make it
We don't need to understand
There are miracles, miracles
Stand where you are
We let all these moments pass us by
It's amazing where I'm standing
There's a lot that we can give
This is ours just for the moment
There's a lot that we can give
The song "Beautiful Life" by Mr. Vegas is an emotional ode to the complexities of life and the need for human connections. The song speaks about the beauty of life and how we experience it until we die. Life is complicated, and we barely make it, but there are miracles that can happen in our lives. The song talks about holding someone tightly and being there for them when the hurting kicks in. The chorus emphasizes that life is beautiful, but it is also complicated. We don't need to understand everything, but there are miracles that can happen, even in our darkest moments.
The song creates a contrast between the beauty of life and the monsters that we face. The monsters could be interpreted as the struggles and difficulties that we face, but the song encourages us to smile through those moments. The lyrics emphasize the need for human connections, stating that we steal perfect moments when we run into someone's arms. The song also speaks about running away from harm and running back into someone's arms – a symbol of comfort, safety, and love.
Overall, "Beautiful Life" is a song that speaks about the beauty and complexities of life, the need for human connections and comfort in the face of difficulties. It's a reminder that we don't always need to understand everything but that miracles can happen, and life can be beautiful even in our darkest moments.
Line by Line Meaning
Life is beautiful
Life is a wonderful thing that we should appreciate and enjoy.
We live until we die
Life is short and we should make the most of it while we can.
When you run into my arms
When you need comfort, I will be there for you.
We steal a perfect moment
We make the most of the time we have together and cherish those moments.
Let the monsters see you smile
Even when faced with fear or adversity, it's important to keep a positive attitude and smile.
Let them see you smiling
It's important to show others that you are strong and not afraid.
Do I hold you too tightly?
I want to make sure that I am not suffocating you or causing you any discomfort.
When will the hurt kick in?
I am worried that something bad might happen and I don't want to be caught off guard.
Life is beautiful, but it's complicated
Life can be amazing, but it's not always easy to navigate.
We barely make it
Sometimes it feels like we're just barely hanging on.
We don't need to understand
We don't always need to know why something is happening or try to make sense of it.
There are miracles, miracles
There are amazing things that happen in life that we can't explain or understand.
Our hearts - they beat and break
Our hearts are resilient, but they can also be hurt and broken.
When you run away from harm
When you need to get away from danger or negative situations, I will be there to support you.
Will you run back into my arms
I will always be here for you, no matter what happens or where you go.
Like you did when you were young?
Will you remember the love we shared when we were younger?
Will you come back to me?
Will you still love me and come back to me after all this time?
I will hold you tightly
I will always be there to support you and keep you safe.
Stand where you are
Don't be afraid to stand up for what you believe in and stay true to yourself.
We let all these moments pass us by
We often let precious moments slip away without fully appreciating them.
It's amazing where I'm standing
From where I'm standing, life is incredible and full of possibility.
There's a lot that we can give
There is so much love and kindness that we can share with the world.
This is ours just for the moment
We should cherish the time we have and make the most of the present moment.
There's a lot that we can give
We have the ability to make a positive impact on the world and be a force for good.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: GARRET LEE, JOHN (GB) MCDAID, SIMON ANTHONY WALKER, BRUCE GRAEME GAINSFORD, BRIAN MCLELLAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Muzzville
This is one of his best and i love it
shakira autry
love this song so much
Kay-Ann Lawson
Mr.Vegas is such a nice man
Noleen Maseko
Lovely song
Bethmorie
big up mr Vegas wicked tuneee
Dieunise Belony
I love the song
Jakelyn Abby
The good old days🥲
regina obryan
I love the Song
FrsH -87
I feel like a African with 20 wife!!!! Loooool. Big tune!!
gerard correa
I call this on Mr Vegas the drama King. Sweet vibes and i want all the guys out there to watch out because their girls could be playing the secrete lover games.