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Riley is the son of veteran singer Jimmy Riley and nurse Lavern Tatham-Riley. He was born in the Bronx and grew up in South Florida. He began his musical career as a deejay working with Busta Rhymes, taking his birth sign as his stage name at his mother's suggestion (the spelling later changed from Taurus to Tarrus), and recorded his first singles for his father's Love & Promotion label. He was guided in his early career by Dean Fraser, who also performs in his band and produces much of Riley's work.
Riley has released three albums, Challenges (2004), Parables (2006), and Contagious (2009). Contagious features guest appearances from Damian Marley, Vybz Kartel, Etana, Konshens, Demarco and Duane Stephenson. His commercial breakthrough came in 2006 with the Parables album and the Jamaican number one single "She's Royal".
Riley was awarded the Reggae Runnins Caribbean Heritage Award at the 2009 HOT 105 FM Caribbean-American Heritage Awards. He was nominated in the Best Reggae category of the 2009 MOBO Awards.
Burning Desire
Tarrus Riley Lyrics
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Loving you is sweeter than ice-cream on a honeycomb
I'm waking up to your love
You fill me up, you give me vibes.
And I build you up, I sip a cup
Eyes open up, and Ive got the strength,
So I can face the world, baby!
Something extra special to pick me up.
If loving you was wrong, better them lock me up,
Cause I can't do without my baby.
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
The way you smell, it turns me on
Is that my favorite perfume you're wearing on?
You know just what to do to keep my calm
I can't live without you, baby!
Feeling for you, I need a hint
Like gravity, I'm pulling you toward my lips
Laugh like a star every time we kiss
I can't do without you, baby!
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
My loves one fire, burning desire
Girl, you take me higher and higher!
My loves one fire, burning desire
You're all I need, you're all I require, huh!
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
Waking up to your love
You fill me up, you give me vibes
And I will build you up!
I sip a cup, eyes open up
I've got the strength, so I can face the world, baby!
I see your touch, I needed much
Something extra-special to pick me up.
If loving you is wrong, better them lock me up,
Cause I can't do without you, baby!
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
The way you smell, it turns me on
Is that my favorite perfume you're wearing on?
You know just what to do to keep my calm
I can't live without you, baby!
Feeling for you, I need a hint
Like gravity, I'm pulling you toward my lips
Laugh like a star every time we kiss
I can't do without you, baby!
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
Oh baby, oh!
Tarrus Riley's "Burning Desire" is a love song sung in a reggae style. The lyrics proclaim the depth of the love the singer has for his partner. He compares his love to sweet and delicious ice cream on a honeycomb, and states that it gives him strength to face the world. The song includes many images of passion and desire: the way his partner's scent turns him on, how he needs to feel her touch and hear her laugh, and the powerful pull he feels toward her. For the singer, his love is a burning fire of desire that takes him higher, and he declares that he cannot live without his beloved.
The song employs repetition to enhance the intensity of the emotions being expressed. The chorus is repeated several times, each time with more energy and passion. The lyrics also utilize a playful combination of romantic and sensual language. For example, the line "Laugh like a star every time we kiss" suggests the joy and wonder of being in love, while the imagery of "pulling you toward my lips" is overtly sexual.
Overall, the song conveys a joyful and uncomplicated love, unencumbered by doubt or hesitation. It is a celebration of the power of love to uplift and inspire, and a testament to the strength and importance of a deep, passionate connection with another person.
Line by Line Meaning
Loving you is sweeter than ice-cream on a honeycomb
Being with you is more delightful than the delicious taste of ice-cream on honeycomb
I'm waking up to your love
I am starting my day feeling loved and fulfilled because of you
You fill me up, you give me vibes.
You complete me and give me positive energy
And I build you up, I sip a cup
I support and encourage you and take a moment to appreciate your presence
Eyes open up, and I’ve got the strength,
I am ready to face the day with you by my side
So I can face the world, baby!
Together we can handle any challenge the world throws at us
See your touch, I need it much
I yearn for your touch and it's an essential part of my life
Something extra special to pick me up.
Your love is unique and truly uplifting for me
If loving you was wrong, better them lock me up,
I don't care about others' opinions; I will always love you no matter what
Cause I can't do without my baby.
I am completely dependent on and deeply in love with you
Uh, uh, burning in the morning, burning in the evening
My passion for you is constant and never-ending
Uh, uh, burn ya, burn ya, burn ya, baby!
I am consumed by my love for you; it's intense and exciting
The way you smell, it turns me on
Your scent is irresistible and gives me pleasure
Is that my favorite perfume you're wearing on?
I love when you wear my favorite fragrance
You know just what to do to keep my calm
You have a calming effect on me and know exactly how to soothe me
I can't live without you, baby!
You are my everything and I couldn't bear to be without you
Feeling for you, I need a hint
I have a strong desire for you and I need a little encouragement
Like gravity, I'm pulling you toward my lips
I am irresistibly drawn to your lips and want to kiss you passionately
Laugh like a star every time we kiss
Kissing you makes me feel joyful and happy like a star in the night sky
My love’s one fire, burning desire
My love for you is passionate and intense
Girl, you take me higher and higher!
You elevate me and make me feel on top of the world
You're all I need, you're all I require, huh!
You are my one and only; all my desires are fulfilled by you
Oh baby, oh!
This intense love and passion I have for you is beyond words
Writer(s): OMAR RILEY, WAYNE KEELING DECORDOVA, SHANE CONNERY BROWN
Contributed by Oliver O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Maria Callejas
Esta canción debería ser más reconocida 🎶🔊 me encanta ❤️
Sabrina Lewis
What a voice! I love to listen to him
CHAVEZ VALDEZ LEONEL
I've got the strength so I can face the world baby... 🎶❤️ 🌐
Me encanta esta canción.
Kevin Williams
Will always be one of my favorite songs
Paula Rob
Wicked tune!
John Ibrahim
Sweet reggae music big up
Don Goliath
Love it! I also got a Dancehall music vid ready. I invite you all to watch it ;)
Keneisha Anderson
am sooooooooo in love right now with this song am burning now lol
lilo rodrigues perez
amante a este tema enserio
Regard Tatenda
grrreeeet tune