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
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Mr. Vegas Lyrics
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Your standard is high
The epitome of quality
Baby that's no lie
And when the world thinks of excellence
You come to mind
It don't get better than this boo
You're only of a kind
The only girl I see
Girl you are the definition of high definition
I call you clarity
I can't place none above you
I just want more of your love boo
You're the bright star in the sky
Let me hold you when you cry
And tell you that you're my baby
You are the sweetest melody
You're the sweetest melody
That my lips wanna sing
I just want more of your love
I need more of your love
More and more of your love
I just want more of your love
I need more of your love
More and more of your love
You are my cherie amour
My one comforter
My light in the darkness
You make more than I can be
You're the water to my sea
And you make my whole life better
You're the bright star in the sky
Let me hold you when you cry
And tell you that you're my baby
Baby baby
You are the sweetest melody
You're the sweetest melody
That my lips wanna sing
I just want more of your love
I need more of your love
More and more of your love
I just want more of your love
I need more of your love
More and more of your love
Baby I want more of your love
I want more of love
I want more of your love
The lyrics of Mr. Vegas's song, More Love, are filled with messages of devotion and love. In the first verse, the singer acknowledges how important devotion is by declaring that those who are devoted are blessed. He then praises the teacher who spreads true love to many. The message is clear: by being devoted to something or someone, and by spreading love in the world, we can find happiness and deliverance from evil.
The second verse of the song continues with the message of devotion and its benefits. Mr. Vegas sings of the mission to bring melody and sweet harmony to the world. He also presents a song that will help brighten one's day and provide light in dark times. The message is clear that we all need devotion in our lives to brighten the dark times and overcome the fruits of evil.
The chorus repeats the message of devotion and deliverance from evil. It also provides a call to action by encouraging listeners to make a better way and to be devoted to something good. The song as a whole reminds us of the importance of spreading love and being devoted to something greater than ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Thru devotion, blessed are the children
The act of showing devotion is a blessing for children
Praise the teacher, that brings true love to many
We should be grateful for the people who bring love into our lives
your devotion, opens all life's treasures
Devotion has the power to unlock life's treasures
and deliverance, from the fruits of evil.
Devotion is a source of deliverance from evil
So our mission, to bring a melody,
Our mission is to create music that brings joy
ringin' voices sing sweet harmony
Our collective voices create beautiful harmony
For you here's a song, to make your day brighter.
This song is meant to uplift your day
One that will last, you long thru troubled days.
This song will be a source of comfort during difficult times
Giving your heart the light to brighten.
This song will bring positivity to your heart
All of the dark that falls in your way
This song will help dispel the darkness that comes your way
You need devotion. bless the children
Devotion is vital, and blessings should be given to children
deliverance from the fruits of evil
Devotion can protect us from evil
In everyone's life, there's a need to be happy.
Everyone deserves happiness in their life
Let the sun shine, a smile your way.
Let the positivity of the world come your way
Open your heart, feel a touch of devotion.
Show love and devotion to those around you
Maybe this song, will help uplift your day.
This song may be a source of inspiration for you
Make a better way
Let's work together to create a better future
You need devotion
We all need to have devotion in our lives
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: 24 Bit Audio Ent.
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lukebella100
a real tune with real meaning
King Shango Sound
All Mr. Vegas songs serious, Bless!
Kayla Renee
i like the way he puts this its the story of there town! its really sad if u no what he is saying ...