Career
When she was 15, Ama was singing to herself on a platform at Hammersmith tube station, and was overheard by Kwame Kwaten, a producer at the FreakStreet record label.[1] In 1995, an unknown independent label released a single titled "Celebrate", which was a ballad produced by D'Influence. Although the single was not a commercial success, it did draw attention to Shola Ama as an artist. On her 16th birthday, she signed a recording contract with WEA.
The single "You're the One I Love" was Ama's first single release for WEA in 1996; it barely made an impact on the charts, only managing to reach No. 85. Her second WEA single, "You Might Need Somebody", remains her biggest hit. This Turley Richards cover reached No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart[2] in April 1997. It remained in the top 40 for almost two months, becoming one of 1997's biggest hits. A re-release of "You're the One I Love" followed in August 1997 and reached No. 3.[2] Her third single "Who's Loving My Baby" was released in November 1997 and reached No. 13.[2] At the age of 18, Shola Ama released her debut album Much Love (1997).
In May 1997, Ama performed her single "You Might Need Somebody" at Wembley Stadium as part of the build-up to the rugby league Challenge Cup Final.
On the success of the album, Ama won a Brit Award for Best British Female and two MOBO Awards for Best Newcomer and Best R&B Act.[3]
In 1999, Ama released her second album In Return. The project saw her working with the record producers Fred Jerkins III, Stargate, Shaun Labelle, Full Crew, D-Influence Productions and Ali Shaheed Muhammad (formerly of A Tribe Called Quest). Co-writers included Angie Stone and Babyface with David Foster.
Despite having support from her record label, In Return was a commercial flop. Following this, Ama took a break from recording.[4][5]
In 2002, Ama went back into the recording studio to record her third album, Supersonic. Unable to obtain a major label deal, she instead formed a distribution deal with Pony Canyon.
In 2004, Ama featured on the track "You Should Really Know" by the Pirates, a response in song to Mario Winans' "I Don't Wanna Know" which reached No. 8 on the UK chart.
Ama also mentored her sister Sadie Ama, who signed her own recording contract and released "So Sure" (2004) and "Fallin" (2007).
Ama featured as vocalist on the Perempay & Dee single "DJ Play". The song was released in October 2009 and received heavy rotation on the radio.[6] She also featured on one of rapper Giggs' songs, "Cut Above the Rest", and later featured on the bonus disc to his album, Let Em Ave It, on a song called "Blow Em Away".
In February 2010, Ama joined a new collective group formed by Wiley called A-List, alongside her sister Sadie Ama and grime musicians Roll Deep, Mz. Bratt, Wrigley, Margs, Young Kye and Kivanc.[7]
In 2013, Ama narrated on the show My Crazy Jamaican Life.
In October 2015, Ama released a new 8-track EP featuring new reggae influenced tracks titled Surreal on Necessary Mayhem Records, 13 years after her last album Supersonic in 2002.
In April 2016, she featured on the album System Killer by Frisco on the song "Rocket"
All Mine
Shola Ama Lyrics
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All mine
(All mine)
All night
Ooh don't try to fake it
'Cause I just can't take it
'Cause I'm right in the middle
Of a love, babe
And your love I'm under
And I'm right in the middle
Of a love
(And I) I need you now
Got to have you by my side
Got to make you mine all mine (And I)
I need you now
Got to have you by my side
Got to make you mine all mine
(All mine, all night)
Yeah (All mine)
You call my number
It's your love I'm under
(I've got to make you mine. oh baby)
(All night) All mine
You got my heart, don't break it
Here's my love now take it
Touch me right in the middle
Of my love, babe
Ooh, we got something started
Welcome to my party
Rocking tight in the middle Of my love
(* Repeat)
(All mine, all night)
Yeah (All mine)
You called my number
It's your love I'm under
(All night) All mine
(Yes, it's you)
I'm caught up in you
Caught up in the middle Of your love, baby
(Yes, it's you)
Love, you, it's you
(You re all mine)
You, don't break my heart, no
Just take my love
I'm giving it to you
(* Repeat)
(All mine, all night)
Yeah (All mine)
You call my number
It's your love I'm under
(All night)
Keep calling my number
It's your love I'm under (All mine)
You call my number
It's your love I'm under (All night)
Keep calling my number
It's your love I'm under (All mine)
You call my number
Its your love I'm under
(I've got to make you mine, oh baby) (All night)
Keep calling my number
It's your love I'm under (All mine)
All mine, yeah (All night)
All night, yeah (All mine)
All mine, yeah (All night)
All night, yeah
The song "All Mine" by Shola Ama is a classic R&B love song. The lyrics are about being caught up in the middle of a love affair and needing the object of the singer's affections to be by their side. The singer also pleads not to try to fake their feelings, as they cannot take it. The song is emotional and heartfelt, expressing the intense desire and need for someone.
The lyrics have a catchy rhythm and the melody is soulful, complimenting the lyrics perfectly. The repetition of the phrase 'all mine' emphasizes the singer's desperation and commitment to this love interest. The singer acknowledges being caught up in the middle of the affair and does not want to let go of this passionate love.
Overall, "All Mine" is a song that captures the emotions of being deeply in love and needing someone to be by your side. It is a song that has resonated with audiences since its release and continues to be a classic R&B love song.
Line by Line Meaning
All mine, all night
The singer wants their lover to be exclusively theirs, all night long.
All mine
The singer repeats that they want their lover to belong exclusively to them.
(All mine)
Repeating the previous line to emphasize their desire for the lover to be only theirs.
All night
The artist wants their lover to spend the entire night with them, without interruption.
Ooh don't try to fake it
The artist does not want their lover to pretend or deceive them in any way regarding their feelings.
'Cause I just can't take it
The singer cannot handle any insincerity or dishonesty from the lover.
'Cause I'm right in the middle
The singer is presently engrossed in a serious relationship with the lover and cannot handle any distractions or dissatisfaction.
Of a love, babe
The artist is in love with the lover.
Ooh I got your number
The artist understands the workings of the lover's mind and emotions.
And your love I'm under
The artist is deeply in love with the lover and feels overwhelmed by their affection.
And I'm right in the middle
See line 7 explanation.
(And I) I need you now
The artist expresses their urgency and dependence on their lover to meet their emotional needs.
Got to have you by my side
The singer needs the lover's presence and affection to feel complete and satisfied.
Got to make you mine all mine (And I)
The singer desires to possess their lover without sharing them with anyone else.
Yeah (All mine)
The singer repeats their desire to have exclusive possession of the lover.
You call my number
The artist and their lover have a close and intimate relationship and communicate regularly.
It's your love I'm under
The artist feels the weight of the lover's affection and dedication and is deeply touched by it.
(I've got to make you mine. oh baby)
The singer reiterates their desire to make the lover only theirs.
You got my heart, don't break it
The singer has given their heart to the lover and trusts them not to harm it.
Here's my love now take it
The artist offers their love to the lover and wants them to accept it.
Touch me right in the middle
The artist desires the lover's touch and affection to satisfy their emotional needs.
Of my love, babe
See line 7 explanation.
Ooh, we got something started
The singer and lover have initiated a special and fulfilling relationship.
Welcome to my party
The artist invites the lover to join them in experiencing the joys of the relationship.
Rocking tight in the middle Of my love
The singer and lover are fully engaged in their love relationship and are satisfied with it.
(* Repeat)
Repeating the chorus to emphasize the desire for the lover's exclusive possession.
(Yes, it's you)
The singer refers to the lover as the only one they want to be with.
I'm caught up in you
The artist feels irresistibly drawn to the lover.
Caught up in the middle Of your love, baby
See line 7 explanation.
Love, you, it's you
The singer affirms their love for the lover as the only one for them.
(You re all mine)
Repeating the chorus to emphasize the desire for the lover's exclusive possession.
You, don't break my heart, no
The artist does not want the lover to hurt them emotionally.
Just take my love
The artist wants the lover to accept their love and reciprocate it.
I'm giving it to you
The artist offers their deep and unconditional love to the lover.
(All mine, all night)
Repeating the chorus to emphasize the desire for the lover's exclusive possession and exclusive presence all night.
Keep calling my number
The artist wants the lover to continue communicating with them regularly and closely.
It's your love I'm under (All mine)
See line 16 explanation.
You call my number
See line 15 explanation.
Its your love I'm under
See line 16 explanation.
(I've got to make you mine, oh baby) (All night)
Repeating the desire to possess the lover completely and to have their exclusive presence all night.
All mine, yeah (All night)
Repeating the chorus to emphasize the desire for the lover's exclusive possession and exclusive presence all night.
All night, yeah (All mine)
Repeating the chorus to emphasize the desire for the lover's exclusive presence all night and exclusive possession.
All mine, yeah (All night)
Repeating the chorus to emphasize the desire for the lover's exclusive possession and exclusive presence all night.
All night, yeah
The artist repeats their desire for the lover's exclusive presence all night.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ALISSA GRIFFITH, REBEKAH POWELL, TONYA POE
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