He started in the band Stepacide in 2010 and he was a part of the project No Joke Sound System. He eventually left both of the projects in 2010 so he could focus on his solo career. In 2010 he debuted his first album My path, available for free download and he released an EP in the 6th Optimus Discos series, run by Henrique Amaro.
He became famous with the album "Focused", of which the track "That's How We Roll" stood out and was nominated to the 2013 Golden Globes
In 2012 he began the Tour Focused. His last tour concerts were in Porto and Lisbon, where he recorded Live at Campo Pequeno, which was released in 2014, in Cd and DVD.
On the 4th May 2015, he released, without a previous announcement, his album "In the 876", which reached the ITunes top of sales in only 2 hours. This album was recorded in Kingston and Lisbon. Its name is a reference to the Jamaican phone indicative.
Richie Campbell works and sings live with his band called The 911 Band, which was considered as the best "backing band" reggae in Portugal, and is consisted by elements of bands as One Sun Tribe, Kussondulola, (One Love Family), etc.
Hard To Get
Richie Campbell Lyrics
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Running after you and I'm out of breath
Can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
Can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
In my mind, yeah, you're mine
Baby, you a star, you're so divine
Your body well shaped, you're outta line
Me love how your mind and soul designed
Yeah, you mine, in my mind
You mek me get chills down to my spine
I swear pon God I'll testify
You haffi come home with me tonight
Low dem bwoy and come chat to me
Take my hand and let's run away
I wanna take you so far away
Go to my secret hideaway
Low dem bwoy and come chat to me
Take my hand and mek we run away
I wanna take you so far away
Like tessane to my hideway
But can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
But can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
You make me stand at attention
It's like divine intervention
I want to be your possession
Bad from every angle, every direction
Hard to get, why you haffi play so hard to get?
Gyal, open up your heart, and you won't regret
Runnin' after you and I'm outta breath
Now why you so hard to get?
Why you haffi play so hard to get?
Gyal, open up your heart, you won't regret
Runnin' after you and im outta breath
Can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
Can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
In my mind, yeah, you're mine
Baby, you a star, you're so divine
Your body well shaped, you're outta line
Me love how your mind and soul designed
Yeah, you mine, in my mind
You mek me get chills down to my spine
I swear pon God if I'll testify
You haffi come home with me tonight
The lyrics of Richie Campbell's song "Hard To Get" convey a sense of longing and desire for a romantic connection with someone who is perceived as elusive and difficult to attain. The singer describes how in their mind, the person they are interested in is challenging to pursue, leaving them feeling out of breath from chasing after them. This imagery sets the tone for the struggle and effort required to pursue this romantic interest.
The singer expresses their yearning to be with this person and asks if they can be their partner, seeking reassurance and validation in their affection. They paint a picture of wanting to share life experiences and moments of joy with this individual, wishing for them to shine together and create a connection that goes beyond mere acquaintance. This desire for intimacy and closeness is evident throughout the lyrics, highlighting the singer's emotional vulnerability and willingness to invest in a potential relationship.
The lyrics also touch upon the physical allure of the person being pursued, as the singer admires their physical attributes and expresses admiration for their mind and soul. There is a sense of admiration and infatuation, as well as a hint of possessiveness in the way the singer describes their interest in the other person. The imagery of wanting to take the person to a secret hideaway underscores the desire for a private and intimate bond away from the outside world.
The repeated refrain of "hard to get" reflects the challenge the singer faces in trying to win over this person's affections, questioning why they have to play hard to get and expressing frustration at not being able to easily capture their attention. The lyrics encapsulate the rollercoaster of emotions involved in pursuing love and the uncertainty that comes with trying to form a connection with someone who is perceived as unattainable. Overall, the song captures the complexities of romantic pursuit and the emotional journey of seeking love and acceptance from another person.
Line by Line Meaning
In my mind, you're so hard to get, hard to get
I have thoughts about how difficult it is to win you over
Running after you and I'm out of breath
I am trying so hard to chase after you and it's exhausting
Can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
May I be the one you love and find comfort in?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
I desire for you to shine by my side
Come and share your life with me
Let's share our lives together
You make me stand at attention
You command my full attention
It's like divine intervention
Feels like fate brought us together
I want to be your possession
I want to be yours completely
You make me get chills down to my spine
You give me a feeling of excitement and anticipation
I swear upon God I'll testify
I promise to speak honestly and earnestly
You have to come home with me tonight
I want you to spend the night with me
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Richie Campbell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@michel.alvescarvalho
Lyrics:
In my mind, you’re so hard to get
Running after you and I’m out of breath
Can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
Can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
In my mind, yeah, you’re mine
Baby, you a star, you’re so divine
Your body well shaped, you’re outta line
Me love how your mind and soul designed
Yeah, you mine, in my mind
You mek me get chills down to my spine
I swear pon God I’ll testify
You haffi come home with me tonight
Low dem bwoy and come chat to me
Take my hand and let’s run away
I wanna take you so far away
Go to my secret hideaway
Low dem bwoy and come chat to me
Take my hand and mek we run away
I wanna take you so far away
Like tessane to my hideway
But can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
But can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
You make me stand at attention
It’s like divine intervention (Ah)
I want to be your possession
Bad from every angle, every direction
Hard to get, why you haffi play so hard to get?
Gyal, open up your heart, and you won’t regret
Runnin’ after you and I’m outta breath
Why you so hard to get?
Why you haffi play so hard to get?
Gyal, open up your heart, you won’t regret
Runnin’ after you and im outta breath
Can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
Can I be your man? Can I run into your arms?
Baby, I want you to shine with me
Come and share your life with me
In my mind, yeah, you’re mine
Baby, you a star, you’re so divine
Your body well shaped, you’re outta line
Me love how your mind and soul designed
Yeah, you mine, in my mind
You mek me get chills down to my spine
I swear pon God if I’ll testify
You haffi come home with me tonight
@marisasimoes2001
Uma das melhores...Não me farto de ouvir... Continua 🙏🙏❤❤
@catarinagodinho9941
Richie you’te made of heaven I want to climb the clouds and be with u forever! Thx for being an inspiration!!
@Mayernofficial
Richie Campbell fans around Nigeria, Ghana and the whole African gather here👇🏾
@user-wu4mv5hg6v
A melhor do album!
@IndianManDC
The remix: "Can I be your Indian Man" 😂
@__Reena_P
Beautiful, Like Mother, Like Daughter 😍👏🏻👏🏻❤️
Lourdes, what a wonderful tribute to your mother…
Madonna…She’s definitely your daughter 👌🏻👌🏻♥️👏🏻👏🏻
Love this song, such haunting lyrics🎤
@Apoemfrom1997
Yeah, you have my heart Richie❤
@leonardojustino98
Hard to stop hearing.. Richie this is just brilliant! 👏🏼👏🏼
@elianefonseca6337
Viciada ness somm❤
@soniamarques151
Que vibe!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤