In 2008 he released his debut album Departure which he arranged and produced himself. In October 2009, he released his follow up album Rokstarr which includes his number one single "Break Your Heart". In between the two albums and at present, Cruz has been working on productions and writing songs for Cheryl Cole, Brandy and the Sugababes.
He is the founder and C.E.O. of Rokstarr Music London, which in 2006 released his debut single "I Just Wanna Know". Also in 2006, he signed a joint-venture partnership deal with Music Companies, Republic Records and Island Records. In the UK, Cruz has worked with many artists including Omar, Nitin Sawhney, Wookie, and Will Young.
Following the success of his own singles, record label chief Simon Cowell approached Cruz to write and produce tracks for Alexandra Burke, Leona Lewis and Shayne Ward.
At the 2008 MOBO Awards he was nominated for best single for the song "She's Like a Star" and performed the single alongside the Sugababes who feature on the official remix of the song.
In April 2010 Taio Cruz performed a live music session for London's Big Top 40 with presenters Rich and Kat. An audience of influential UK bloggers were present in the Big Top 40 studios, during an intimate, live acoustic performance. The artist was interviewed by Rich and Kat and he also performed three songs from his second album, Rokstarr, including Dirty Picture and Break Your Heart. During his interview Taio Cruz told Rich and Kat that Michael Jackson would be his dream collaborator as well as Beyoncé and Justin Timberlake. He also spoke fondly of his experiences working with fellow artists Britney Spears , Shayne Ward and The Pussycat Dolls. As a multi-talented artist Taio Cruz said he wouldn't be able to decide on a preference between his role as a producer, singer or songwriter and said that he loves being involved in all three. The interview can be viewed here and the acoustic performance was filmed and streamed on the Big Top 40 website.
On February 23, 2010 Taio Cruz first single Break Your heart off the album Rokstarr hits #1 on USA iTunes charts on the first day it is released and stays at #1 for 3 weeks in a row.
On June 1, 2010 Taio Cruz Rokstarr releases in the United States
Taio Cruz released Hangover, the first single from his third album TY.O. Yhe Hangover Songfacts reports that the song features US rapper Flo Rida and it was produced by American producer Dr. Luke.
I Just Wanna Know
Taio Cruz Lyrics
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What is going on, yeah
'Cause lately
We ain't been
Spending time alone
Last night
When I touched your hand
You didn't wanna hold, no
No kiss goodbye
Just said that you had to go
If you're leavin' me, baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
If you're done with me, baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
Yeah yeah
Yea
Listen
If you have
Something you wanna say?
Please don't
Don't hold it back
It'll come out someday
And I am
I'm strong enough
To mend my broken heart (oh yeah)
If you say
That you and I
Are better off apart
If you're leavin' me, baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
If you're done with me, baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
Yeah yeah
Oh yeah
Oh yeah
I just wanna know
I wanna know
If you're leavin' me, baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
If you're done with me, baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
If you're leavin' me, baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
If you're done with me, baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
Yeah
In Taio Cruz's song, I Just Wanna Know, the lyrics convey a sense of confusion and uncertainty that the singer is experiencing in their relationship. The singer is asking their partner to communicate what's going on because they feel that they haven't been spending enough time alone. The lack of affection, demonstrated by the partner's reluctance to hold hands and give goodbyes, is also troubling to the singer. The singer pleads with their partner to speak up if they have something to say, instead of hiding it, which may cause more damage in the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, talk to me
The singer wants their partner to have a conversation with them.
What is going on, yeah
The singer is curious about what's happening in their relationship.
'Cause lately
The singer has noticed a recent change in their relationship.
We ain't been Spending time alone
The artist and their partner haven't been able to spend much time together.
Last night When I touched your hand You didn't wanna hold, no
The artist tried to get physically close to their partner, but their partner wasn't receptive.
And today No kiss goodbye Just said that you had to go
Their partner left without any physical affection, which is unusual for them.
If you're leavin' me, baby I just wanna know I just wanna know
The singer is asking their partner to be honest about whether they're leaving the relationship.
If you're done with me, baby I just wanna know I just wanna know I just wanna know Yeah yeah Yea
The artist just wants to know where they stand in the relationship.
Listen If you have Something you wanna say? Please don't Don't hold it back It'll come out someday
The artist wants their partner to communicate openly with them, instead of keeping their feelings bottled up.
And I am I'm strong enough To mend my broken heart (oh yeah)
The artist is assuring their partner that they'll be able to move on if the relationship ends.
If you say That you and I Are better off apart
The singer is willing to accept their partner's decision if they believe breaking up is the best course of action.
If you're leavin' me, baby I just wanna know I just wanna know
The artist is asking their partner to tell them if they're planning on leaving the relationship.
Yeah yeah Oh yeah Oh yeah I just wanna know I wanna know
The singer wants to know the truth about their partner's feelings.
If you're done with me, baby I just wanna know I just wanna know
The singer wants their partner to be honest if they're no longer interested in being in a relationship.
If you're leavin' me, baby I just wanna know I just wanna know
The singer is requesting that their partner tells them if their relationship is ending.
If you're done with me, baby I just wanna know I just wanna know I just wanna know Yeah
The artist just wants the truth from their partner, even if it means the end of their relationship.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: TAIO CRUZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Baby, talk to me
What is goin on,
'Cause lately we aint been spending
time alone
And last night when I touched you
hand
You didn't wanna hold,
And today, no kiss goodbye
Just said that you had to go
[Chorus]
If you're leaving me baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
If you're done with me baby
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
I just wanna know
Listen, if you have something you
wanna say,
Please don't, don't hold it back
It'll come out someday
And I am, I'm strong enough
To mend my broken heart
If you say that you and I are better
off apart
[Chorus]
Strings
Yeah, yeah
Oh, yeah
Oh, yeah
I just wanna know
I wanna know
[Chorus]
@fokiss007
Who's listening in 2022? This song just burst into my memory and here I am jamming it once again. 🙌
@buttersstan9583
same!!!!
@moniquegrant1410
This just happened to me ! But going through a break up so perfect timing
@dixiedevaneson1086
Same here !!!
@nishc7540
Omg yes!! Literally just thought of this banger and here I am
@johannesvonsaaz3987
It’s so good and unfortunately so relatable
@Marvelous_M
He's like the British Ne-Yo. I miss this song so much, just randomly thought about it. I wish he could go back to R&B man..
@stefannicola1994
with the cap and glasses on they look similar aswell lol
@ArtemisTGM
Who's still listening to in 2019 because of the bass 😏
@kevinndirangu9811
Just bought an av receiver with bass speaker, i came to this song to test the bass