Najee Rasheed born in New York, NY is a Jazz/Smooth Jazz artist.

He … Read Full Bio ↴Najee Rasheed born in New York, NY is a Jazz/Smooth Jazz artist.

He was a member of Chaka Khan's band in 1983, (The Ain't Nobody Tour). In addition to all the saxophones (Tenor, Alto and Soprano), Najee is an accomplished flutist. He attended The New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. He is one of the first innovators of Urban Contemporary Jazz/Smooth Jazz, which grew in popularity throughout the 1990's to this day. His first 4 albums certified Gold by the RIAA. He was nominated for a Grammy in 1988 for "Najee's Theme". He won the Soul Train Music Awards in 1993 and 1995 for best Jazz Artist. Most recent awards include The NAACP Image Awards 2006 and the 2008 Trumpet Awards.

Najee has performed and recorded with other artists, including singers Freddie Jackson, Will Downing, Phil Perry, Prince, Patti Labelle, Phyllis Hyman, and Jeffrey Osborne. He has recorded and performed with instrumentalists Marcus Miller, Herbie Hancock, Stanley Clarke, Larry Carlton, Billy Cobham, Charles Earland, Paul Jackson Jr. and George Duke. In 1998 He recorded a tribute album in honor of Stevie Wonder, featuring covers of songs from Wonder's 1976 album, Songs in the Key of Life. He also played and toured with Prince from 2001 to 2003 and recorded The "Rainbow Children" CD and is featured on the "One Night Alone" (Live)CD. His greatest-hits album, The Best of Najee, was released in 1998.

Betcha Don't Know
Najee Lyrics

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Bet you don't know what's going on
(Bet you don't know what's going on)
She don't know you like I do
Bet you don't know what's going on
(Bet you don't know what's going on)
She don't know you like I do

Bet you don't know what's going on

(Bet you don't know what's going on)
She don't know you like I do
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(Bet you don't know what's going on)
She don't know you like I do

Bet you don't know what's

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Bet you don't know what's going on
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She don't know you like I do
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She don't know you like I

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She don't know you like I do
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Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Najee's song "Betcha Don't Know" seem to revolve around a situation where the singer believes that someone they are singing to does not fully understand or know the person they are with, in the same way that the singer does. The repetition of "Bet you don't know what's going on" emphasizes this point, suggesting that the person being addressed is unaware of certain aspects or hidden qualities of their partner. The line "She don't know you like I do" emphasizes the singer's belief that their understanding of the person surpasses that of anyone else.

The lyrics provide a sense of longing and an underlying frustration, as the singer seems to feel that their knowledge of the person is superior. This feeling may stem from a past romantic relationship or an unrequited love, but this is not explicitly clear from the lyrics alone. The repetition of the chorus throughout the song further emphasizes the singer's conviction and reinforces the message that the person they are addressing is unaware of what is truly happening or who their partner really is.

Overall, "Betcha Don't Know" conveys a sense of wanting to be recognized for the unique understanding and connection that the singer believes they possess regarding their loved one. It explores themes of longing, possessiveness, and the complexity of relationships.

Line by Line Meaning

Bet you don't know what's going on
I believe you are unaware of the current situation

(Bet you don't know what's going on)
I am emphasizing that you lack knowledge about the situation