Previously, Scherzinger was a backing vocalist for the late-1990s rock group Days of the New, then she was part of reality TV girl group Eden's Crush. After the disbandment of the group she joined The Pussycat Dolls and became the lead vocalist during the transition to a popular music group. So far, The Pussycat Dolls have released two albums, PCD and Doll Domination, with two supporting tours. More recently, in early 2010, Scherzinger became the winner of the tenth season of Dancing with the Stars.
Nicole Scherzinger was born on June 29, 1978, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Her father, Alfonso Valiente, is of Filipino descent, and her mother, Rosemary, is of Hawaiian, Ukrainian, and Russian descent. In an interview, Scherzinger said: "I’m Filipino-Russian-Hawaiian, but people think I’m from Pakistan". Her mother Rosemary was eighteen at the time of Scherzinger's birth and lived in an inner city neighborhood. Nicole's parents separated when she was still a baby. Her maternal family moved to Louisville, Kentucky, when she was six years old, with her sister Ke'ala and her German-American stepfather Gary Scherzinger. Nicole met Nick Hexum, of 311, backstage at a Days of the New concert in 2000 or 2001. They dated and later became engaged but broke it off sometime in 2004. She then dated actor Talan Torriero from 2005 to 2007. For the last few years she has been dating 2008 Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton who currently races for Mercedes Benz.
In an interview with The Daily Mail, Scherzinger explained that she had been brought up with a strict religious (Roman Catholic) upbringing in Hawaii. She first attended Meyzeek Middle School as an adolescent. Growing up, Scherzinger states that she didn't have a lot of money and the singer thanks her mom for all the support she gave her to become what she is today. Scherzinger began performing in Louisville, attending the Youth Performing Arts School at duPont Manual High School and performing with Actors Theatre of Louisville. As a teenager, Scherzinger was the first runner-up at the 1996 Kentucky State Fair's Coca-Cola Talent Classic contest. Scherzinger majored in acting and musical theatre at Wright State University, where she played Velma Kelly in Chicago and Julie La Verne in Show Boat but put her studies on hold in 1999 to sing backing vocals for the rock band Days of the New.
From 2006 until late 2008 Scherzinger had been working on her debut album which was titled Her Name Is Nicole. She recorded/wrote about 75-100 songs for the album which was supposed to be released in 2007 before being pushed to October 16, 2008 and later into 2009 before being shelved. She told MTV "I've always said that in the Pussycat Dolls, I kind of feel like Superwoman. But that's just one of my alter egos. I've got the vulnerable, lovesick side of me amongst others which all appear on my record."
Scherzinger confirmed that she has done one song with Slash for his solo album Slash released in April 2010. On February 1, 2010 along with other artists Scherzinger had re-recorded "We are the World", a charity single for the victims of the 2010 Haiti earthquake. The song debuted during NBC's coverage of the opening ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympics. It was released as a single on iTunes on February 12, 2010 accompanied by the music video.
Reports of a second attempt at a solo album surfaced in January 2010 when Contactmusic reported that singersongwriter Ne-Yo is working with Scherzinger on new material. Ne-Yo had previously given two songs he wrote, "Save Me From Myself" and "Happily Never After", to Scherzinger for Her Name Is Nicole. Of the new collaborations he said,"she is putting all her energy into her work". He was also quoted as saying Nicole is in a state of liberation right now so the tracks are very free. She is in a place where she is happy to be alive and the tracks are definitely expressing that. The whole album is going to be a pressure release - a great big exhale - and I'm happy about that. She has a lot of emotions after splitting up with Lewis (Hamilton). But it's like taking an eagle and giving it back its wings.
On January 26, 2010, it was revealed that Jay Sean and Scherzinger were both working on something in the studio together. The video was originally posted to twitter but has been uploaded to the general internet too and shows the pair having a good time at Hit Factory (Criteria) record studios in Miami, Florida. In the video Scherzinger reveals she has been recording in the studio which Mariah Carey created some of her best known material as well as 'Studio F' where Sean recorded "Down" with Lil Wayne and where Scherzinger previously laid down vocals for Timbaland's hit single "Scream" with Keri Hilson. The pair also made note to T-Pain and Lil Wayne who were present at the studio. It is unknown whether the pair achieved any musical success e.g. recorded any usable songs and it is unknown if the records are for an upcoming single for Jay Sean, the upcoming third album from the Pussycat Dolls or Scherzinger's own heavily delayed studio album which is also due for release in 2010. Separately it was reported that she was working with Chuck Harmony whose previous credits include Rihanna's top-ten hit "Russian Roulette" (2009) as well as multiple credits on Ne-Yo's Year of the Gentleman (2008) and Mary J. Blige's Growing Pains (2007). "My music that I’m working on now for my album might have a little more rock, funk, soul edge, but it’s basically in the genre of popular music and it’s just honest music, fun music".
Rap Up first reported her intention to release a new song on May 23, 2010 stating that "The single "Nobody Can Change Me" is an empowering song, so it’s very much like Pussycat Dolls, but it’s just [Nicole] singing the same thing". Scherzinger herself described the single as "uplifting and powerful song with a deep meaning" During one radio interview she the song was recorded at night whilst she was competing on season ten of U.S. reality competition ,Dancing with the Stars. It was mastered on May 23, 2010 ready for its premiere on Ryan Seacrest's KIIS FM radio show the following day. Amongst the first to review the song was Beck Bain of Idolator. She was not impressed, "after listening to the treacly pop tune, we think she has a better shot at becoming a full-time sailor than reviving her solo career anytime soon. ... Her voice sounds a little bit higher/squeakier than usual, and the overproduction of the track certainly doesn’t help—we know this girl can saaang, and this generic pop song about empowerment or independence or some other vague 'let me be me' message does nothing to utilize her vocal range. ... And if Nicole wants to win the public back, it’s probably in her best interest to release a thumping dance track with sex appeal than an uninspired, uninteresting message song." However Amos Barshad of New York magazine actually liked the song stating that "there’s none of the Pussycat Doll’s forced sexiness here; instead, it sounds like something that could have just missed the final cut on a Kelly Clarkson album (that is sort of supposed to be a compliment, yeah)."
Then in August 2010 Swedish electropop producer RedOne was interviewed by the BBC. In the interview he revealed he had been working on Scherzinger's album. "I just finished her album. Her last one never came out because it was collecting hamburgers, like fast food. One from McDonalds, one from Burger King, and so on. It tasted good, but it wasn't consistent. Her new record - people are really going to go crazy about it because it's the real her." Scherzinger confirmed these reports in a September 2010 interview with X magazine. In reference to Her Name is Nicole she said "It was actually my decision not to put it out, not the label's". Then she said "I've been working with RedOne, which is an honour. He's an unbelievable producer and musician. He had made some amazing songs with Lady Gaga. Now, there is someone with the 'x factor'. I can't touch GaGa or RedOne in that space, but I know that we've created something unique of our own." Scherzinger's new single, "Poison", premiered on her official website and YouTube account on October 14, 2010. It is due for release on November 29, 2010. A picture from the video shoot was revealed by MTV, showing Scherzinger dressed provocatively. On November 18, 2010, she joined Prince on-stage during his concert in Abu Dhabi. While working with RedOne she has also recorded vocals for songs which will be included on Mohombi's debut album. Mohombi is the first signee to RedOne's record label.
Come to Me
Nicole Scherzinger Lyrics
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It's Bad Boy, bitch
Do it, do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it, do it (It feels good to be back, I missed ya)
Relax your mind, let your conscience be free
And I roll with the sounds of B-B-E
Do it, do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it, do it (You know what time it is, report to the dance floor)
See you out the corner of my eye
Leaning on the wall, looking fly
I want you to come be with me
You're the only one I wanna talk to
But I don't wanna rush
I'm here, when will you make your move?
I see you, I am me, I want cha, why don't cha
Come to me? I can be what you need, uh baby
I'm standing, been waiting, I'm yearning, I'm burning
Get to know me, come and get to know me
Come to show me that you wanna know me
You know who it is, I'm back in the building
Security strapped, still stacking a million
It's doubt with the stallion, somethin' Italian
Or maybe Puerto Rican, you can catch me in Paris
I'm in it to win it but willing to carry
The game, if you think I'm not, look at the carats
I buck clean about in a Phantom
The people go screaming like an opera anthem
I did it before, do it again
I got it to blow, got it to spin
Lies before, cool as the wind
Got hits go back like juice and gin, yea
Shine the best and diamond necklace
My extravagant taste, the style perplexes
They know I'm the ish, they wanna get next
That's why she had to fit 'cause she wanted to get next
I'm here, when will you make your move?
I see you, I am me, I want cha, why don't cha
Come to me? I can be what you need, uh baby
I'm standing, been waiting, I'm yearning, I'm burning
Get to know me, come and get to know me
Come to show me that you wanna know me
Anywhere I appear, they all stop and stare
Admire your body language, speaking loud and clear like (I want you to come be with me)
She be waiting, anticipating for oh so long
Fantasizing wild thoughts of me coming on like (I'm here, when will you make your move?)
She digging my style, my swag, my suede, my swerve
My way with words, the Boy's absurd for sure
You can't fall till my aura called
I make miracles like I walk on water
What you want, mama, order, it's on my tab
I'm so bad with the cash, I dropped the whole bag
Where you at, girl?
I'm here, when will you make your move?
I see you, I am me, I want cha, why don't cha
Come to me? I can be what you need, uh baby
I'm standing, been waiting, I'm yearning, I'm burning
Get to know me, come and get to know me
Come to show me that you wanna know me
I'm here right now, can't wait no more, no
You were the one who stole my heart
Can't you see the wait is over?
I need you to come closer
Please believe is getting stormy
You really got me hot
I see you, I am me, I want cha, why don't cha
Come to me? I can be what you need, uh baby
I'm standing, been waiting, I'm yearning, I'm burning
Get to know me, come and get to know me
Come to show me, it's Bad Boy bitch (Do it, do it, do it, do it)
The song "Come to Me" by Nicole Scherzinger featuring P. Diddy is a seductive, confident, and flirtatious anthem of desire. The song opens with Diddy's iconic "It's Bad Boy, bitch" declaration followed by an invitation to "relax your mind" and "let your conscience be free" as he introduces the sounds of B.B.E. The melody and beat entice the listener to hit the dance floor as Diddy encourages them to do it. Scherzinger's opening verse sets the scene as she spots someone looking fly and wants them to come be with her, but she doesn't want to rush. She invites them to get to know her, to come to her, and show her that they want to know her.
In the chorus, Scherzinger sings that she can be what the other person needs and she's been waiting, yearning, and burning for them. She wants this person to come to her and show her that they want to know her.
Diddy's rap verse is filled with confidence, swagger, and boasts of wealth and success while mentioning various nationalities and cities. He raps about his ability to make miracles like walking on water, and he tells the woman he's talking to that he's so bad with cash, he dropped the whole bag. Scherzinger repeats the chorus again as Diddy interjects with "Bad Boy, bitch" and "Do it, do it, do it, do it."
Overall, the song is a confident and seductive invitation to come closer and get to know each other better.
Line by Line Meaning
Come to me, I can be, what you need, ooh baby
I want you to come talk to me because I can be what you need, my dear
It's Bad Boy, bitch
I'm from Bad Boy, you know, and I'm here to remind you
Do it, do it, do it, do it
Don't think so hard, just do it
Relax your mind, let your conscience be free
Clear your mind of all the clutter and just be yourself
And I roll with the sounds of B-B-E
I move to the beat of B-B-E
See you out the corner of my eye
I caught a glimpse of you from the corner of my eye
Leaning on the wall, looking fly
You're leaning on the wall looking good
I want you to come be with me
I want you to come over and talk to me
You're the only one I wanna talk to
Out of all the people here, the only one I want to talk to is you
But I don't wanna rush
I don't want to come on too strong, so take your time
I'm here, when will you make your move?
I'm waiting for you to make a move
They know I'm the ish, they wanna get next
People know I'm the best and they want to be next to me
She be waiting, anticipating for oh so long
She's been waiting and hoping for a long time
Fantasizing wild thoughts of me coming on
She's daydreaming about me making a move on her
Anywhere I appear, they all stop and stare
Wherever I go, people stop and look at me
Admire your body language, speaking loud and clear like (I want you to come be with me)
I can tell a lot from your body language, and it's telling me to come over and talk to you
What you want, mama, order, it's on my tab
Whatever you want, I'll pay for it
Please believe is getting stormy
Things are getting intense
You really got me hot
You're making me feel hot and bothered
It's Bad Boy bitch (Do it, do it, do it, do it)
Just a reminder that I'm from Bad Boy
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JEFFERY WALKER, AL GREEN, AL JACKSON, WILLIE MITCHELL, CARL THOMAS, ANTHONY DENT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jujub4553
Diddy’s Press Play era was soooooo fire 🔥 This song with Nicole, song with Christina, song with Keyshia 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@gabriel-charles9636
Mario Winans too 🔥🔥🔥
@bombyaltic1246
You mean his 6th song his 1st single his 7th song his 2nd single and his 17th song his 3rd single?
@Marcusaurelius825
Song with Brandy too an unforgettable era of BBE!
@melissadivanna
YESSSSSSS🔥🔥🔥
@ginogomez5401
Fire.....lol, I love the new slang! When I was younger that shit was Fresh, than Dope....and about 10 others. LOL, now it's fire! I try and stay hip with the youngsters!
@CatherineCooper318
Nicole is a real one for holding back that laugh as Diddy danced in the doorway 😂
@alicemiriah
💀💀💀
@goddessvibes08
LAwlz
@mirondapearson5261
Bro😂😂 was that really him