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.
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Taio Cruz Lyrics
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That I just wanna dance
That I just wanna dance
I just, I just wanna dance
And they don't even know
That I'm about to blow
Yeah I'm about to blow
I'ma, I'ma bout to blow
And I just wanna hit the club
And drop it to the floor
And when they think I've had enough
Then I'ma give them more
We rock it through the night,
And then we rock it through the day
The only button we know
How to press is play
I wanna show it
So I'ma keep it going
Play, don't stop the music
Dj just keep it moving
Eh, eh, eh, eh, eh
Play, on't stop the music
Dj just keep it moving
If you ain't from the play
Get up out of my way
Get up out of my way
Ge-get up out of my way
'cause I'm about to mosh
Do it just like a boss
Do it just like a boss
Do-do it just like a boss
And I just wanna hit the club
And drop it to the floor
And when they think I've had enough
Then I'ma give them more
We rock it through the night,
And then we rock it through the day
The only button we know
How to press is play
I wanna show it
So I'ma keep it going
Play, don't stop the music
Dj just keep it moving
Eh, eh, eh, eh, eh
Play, don't stop the music
Dj just keep it moving
And I just wanna hit the club
And drop it to the floor
And when they think I've had enough
Then I'ma give them more
We rock it through the night,
And then we rock it through the day
The only button we know
How to press, play
I wanna show it
So I'ma keep it going
Play, don't stop the music
Dj just keep it moving
Eh, eh, eh, eh, eh
Play, don't stop the music
Dj just keep it moving
The song "Play" by Taio Cruz is an upbeat dance track that encourages dancing and movement. The lyrics reflect the desire to dance and have fun without any inhibitions. The lyrics "Oh they don't understand, That I just wanna dance" express a desire to be free of judgement and simply enjoy the moment. The phrase "And they don't even know, That I'm about to blow" suggests that the singer is ready to let loose and explode with energy.
The chorus emphasizes the desire to dance with the phrase "I just wanna hit the club, and drop it to the floor." This is followed by the line "And when they think I've had enough, then I'ma give them more," showing that the singer is not willing to stop dancing even when others think it's time to take a break. The lyrics also suggest that the party should continue throughout the day and night stating "We rock it through the night, and then we rock it through the day."
The verses introduce the idea that the only button the singer knows how to press is "play," indicating that they simply want to keep the music going and the dance floor moving. The lyrics also suggest that those who are not there to dance should get out of the way. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and the insistence that the DJ should keep the music moving.
Overall, the song Play by Taio Cruz is a fun and upbeat dance track that encourages movement and dancing.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh they don't understand
People don't understand
That I just wanna dance
I want to dance
That I just wanna dance
I want to dance
I just, I just wanna dance
All I want to do is dance
And they don't even know
They don't have a clue
That I'm about to blow
I'm about to explode
Yeah I'm about to blow
I'm going to burst any moment now
I'ma, I'ma bout to blow
I'm going to burst any moment now
And I just wanna hit the club
I want to go to the club
And drop it to the floor
I want to dance
And when they think I've had enough
People might think I'm tired
Then I'ma give them more
But I'll keep going
We rock it through the night,
We dance all night
And then we rock it through the day
And keep on dancing during the day
The only button we know
The only thing we care about
How to press is play
Is to press play and keep the music going
I wanna show it
I want people to see it
So I'ma keep it going
So I'll keep dancing
Play, don't stop the music
Keep the music going
Dj just keep it moving
DJ don't stop playing
Eh, eh, eh, eh, eh
No specific meaning, maybe represents excitement or enthusiasm
Play, don't stop the music
Keep the music going
Dj just keep it moving
DJ don't stop playing
If you ain't from the play
If you're not into dancing
Get up out of my way
Step aside
Get up out of my way
Step aside
Ge-get up out of my way
Step aside
'cause I'm about to mosh
I'm about to lose control and dance wildly
Do it just like a boss
Do it with confidence and style
Do it just like a boss
Do it with confidence and style
Do-do it just like a boss
Do it with confidence and style
I wanna show it
I want people to see it
So I'ma keep it going
So I'll keep dancing
Play, don't stop the music
Keep the music going
Dj just keep it moving
DJ don't stop playing
Eh, eh, eh, eh, eh
No specific meaning, maybe represents excitement or enthusiasm
Play, don't stop the music
Keep the music going
Dj just keep it moving
DJ don't stop playing
And I just wanna hit the club
I want to go to the club
And drop it to the floor
I want to dance
And when they think I've had enough
People might think I'm tired
Then I'ma give them more
But I'll keep going
We rock it through the night,
We dance all night
And then we rock it through the day
And keep on dancing during the day
The only button we know
The only thing we care about
How to press, play
Is to press play and keep the music going
I wanna show it
I want people to see it
So I'ma keep it going
So I'll keep dancing
Play, don't stop the music
Keep the music going
Dj just keep it moving
DJ don't stop playing
Eh, eh, eh, eh, eh
No specific meaning, maybe represents excitement or enthusiasm
Play, don't stop the music
Keep the music going
Dj just keep it moving
DJ don't stop playing
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROBERT SWIRE THOMPSON, TAIO CRUZ
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