Likened to 松田聖子, she won a singing contest and was signed to a Japanese recording company at the age of 15.
After completing her O-level examinations in Singapore, Olivia moved to Japan to further her studies and career as a solo artist. There, she became a member of a Japanese pop (J-pop) group called Mirai, before she released her bestselling debut, "A Girl Meets Bossa Nova" at only 19.
With her sultry, soulful and innocent vocals, she has since done her reinterpretation of Frank Sinatra's "Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars" as well as other jazz and pop numbers.
Part of the wave of Singaporean talents being exported internationally, Olivia has, by far, been the only pop sensation exported exclusively to Japan, while previous stars such as 陳潔儀, 蔡健雅 and 孫燕姿 have only been exporting to the Greater Chinese market through Hong Kong and Taipei.
In 2009, Olivia signed to Taiwanese company HIM International Music and released her first album under HIM in March of 2010.
Close to You
Olivia Ong Lyrics
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Suddenly appear?
Every time you are near
Just like me
They long to be
Close to you
Why do stars
Every time you walk by
Just like me
They long to be
Close to you
On the day that you were born
The angels got together and decided
To create a dream come true
So they sprinkled moon dust in your hair
Of gold and starlight in your eyes of blue
That is why all the girls in town
Follow you all around
Just like me
They long to be
Close to you
On the day that you were born
The angels got together and decided
To create a dream come true
So they sprinkled moon dust in your hair
Of gold and starlight in your eyes of blue
That is why all the girls in town
Follow you all around
Just like me
They long to be
Close to you
Just like me
They long to be
Close to you
Close to you
(Close to you), close to you
(Close to you), close to you
(Close to you), close to you
(Close to you), close to you
(Close to you), close to you
The lyrics of Olivia Ong's song "Close to You" are centered around the idea of longing and desire. Ong questions why and how nature appears to be inexplicably drawn to an individual, just as she and others long to be close to this person. The lyrics explore this individual's supernatural qualities, as if they were born from an otherworldly realm - with moon dust in their hair and starlight in their eyes. The lyrics suggest that there's a magnetic quality to this person that attracts others, symbolized by the bird's sudden appearance and the stars falling from the sky. The song is a beautiful and subtle expression of the feeling of infatuation, where the subject of affection is placed on a pedestal, almost as if they're a divine creature.
The song speaks to the fantasy we may have of an ideal lover, someone that embodies beauty, mystery, and enchantment. It romanticizes the idea of looking up to someone and marveling at all their unique features. The lyrics evoke a sense of wonder and awe, that can often be felt when we’re young and experiencing our first crushes. The way in which Ong highlights the angelic qualities of the individual makes us feel like we're listening to a fairy tale story. It transports us to a magical land, where we can daydream about finding that perfect someone who is sprinkled with stardust.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do birds
Suddenly appear?
The presence of the person makes the birds appear out of nowhere, just like their own sudden infatuation.
Every time you are near
Just like me
They long to be
Close to you
The birds and the singer both desire to be near the person, thus expressing their longing through their behavior.
Why do stars
Fall down from the sky?
The person's presence has a seemingly magical effect on the world, even influencing celestial bodies such as stars.
Every time you walk by
Just like me
They long to be
Close to you
The stars and the singer both desire to be near the person, thus expressing their longing through their behavior.
On the day that you were born
The angels got together and decided
To create a dream come true
The person's birth is seen as a miraculous event that even the angels themselves took part in, indicating their importance and impact on the world.
So they sprinkled moon dust in your hair
Of gold and starlight in your eyes of blue
The person is described as having an otherworldly appearance, with traits that are mystical and magical.
That is why all the girls in town
Follow you all around
Just like me
They long to be
Close to you
The person's aura of mystique and beauty has garnered them many admirers, like the singer, who are all drawn to them and wish to be near them.
Just like me
They long to be
Close to you
The individuals who are drawn to the person all experience the same desire to be in the person's proximity, hinting at a universal appeal.
Close to you
(Close to you), close to you
(Close to you), close to you
(Close to you), close to you
(Close to you), close to you
The repeated phrase 'Close to you' reinforces the strong desire to be near the person and suggests a yearning that will persist over time.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Burt Bacharach, Hal David
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