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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I just wanna come over and control it
Cause that sexy round thing must be swollen
Show me how you go down down down
Hell yeah
I'm serious
I'm just tryna fly you to Nigeria
Show you how it goes down
I'm like, damn
Look at you girl
Look at your body
It's so cold
The way you rock and roll
Now listen me baby
I just gotta let you know
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
Under my skin
Got you under my skin
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
Under my skin
Got you under my skin
Hey girl
Tell me what your name is
I'm just tryna find out
What your game is
And I can make you famous
Show you how we go down, down down
Hell yeah
I'm serious
I'm just tryna fly you to Nigeria
And show you everything luxurious
Show you how it goes down
I'm like, damn
Look at you girl
Look at your body
It's so cold
The way you rock and roll
Now listen me baby
I just gotta let you know
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
Under my skin
Got you under my skin
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
Under my skin
Got you under my skin
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
Under my skin
Got you under my skin
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
Under my skin
Got you under my skin
In this song, Taio Cruz expresses his admiration for a woman’s body and alludes to his desire to control her. He acknowledges her physical attributes, particularly her roundness and suggests that she must be swollen. It seems that he is very much impressed by her body and he wants to take her to Nigeria and show her luxury beyond her imagination. Taio Cruz uses a tattoo as a metaphor for his passion for the woman. He states that he is on her like a tattoo, meaning that she is permanently etched in his heart and mind, and he can’t to get enough of her. In general, the song is about Taio Cruz's intention to take the lead in the relationship and make the woman fall for him.
Line by Line Meaning
Lil mama, I'm loving how you rolling
I really like the way you're moving and I'm interested in you
I just wanna come over and control it
I want to be close to you and be in charge of the situation
Cause that sexy round thing must be swollen
Your attractive body part seems enlarged and I'm turned on by it
Show me how you go down down down
Demonstrate your skills to me
Hell yeah
I'm serious
I'm just tryna fly you to Nigeria
And show you everything luxurious
Show you how it goes down
Yes, I mean it. I want to take you to Nigeria and show you a lavish lifestyle while impressing you with my abilities.
I'm like, damn
Look at you girl
Look at your body
It's so cold
The way you rock and roll
Now listen me baby
I just gotta let you know
Wow, you look amazing. Your movements are so cool and impressive. Listen, I have to let you know.
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
Under my skin
Got you under my skin
I'm on ya like a tattoo, ow
Under my skin
Got you under my skin
I'm infatuated with you like a tattoo that's permanently under my skin. You have captured my attention to the point that I can't stop thinking about you.
Hey girl
Tell me what your name is
I'm just tryna find out
What your game is
And I can make you famous
Show you how we go down, down down
Hi there! What's your name? I'm trying to figure out what you're all about and I have the power to make you a star. Let me show you how we do things around here.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Henry Walter, Lukasz Gottwald, Taio Cruz
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