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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.
Soul Mate
Tarrus Riley Lyrics
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Feels like, we've been together forever
And it looks like, we're gonna be together a liftime... baby
Feels like, we've found something to treasure... girl
And just like, a precious jewel you are to me.
Listen, it's plain to see there's chemistry,
A perfect blend of harmony,
I'm your words, you're my melody
'Cause when I'm down, you lift my spirit
All my pains are being erased
Loving you, is loving me
And you make it so easy.
Soulmate, no other like yah
No long, mi wan find yah(?)
You're my soulmate, 'cause oeh I need yah
Woman, come make mi please yah.
Soulmate, glad I found yah
No other like yah
You're my soulmate, 'cause oeh I need yah
Can't do without yah.
Now I found you girl,
Ain't gonna search no more
And you can rock my world,
Heaven must have sent yah
When I'm down, you lift my spirit,
All my pains are being erased
Loving you, is loving me,
And you make it so easy.
Soulmate, no other like yah
No long, mi wan find yah(?)
You're my soulmate, 'cause oeh I need yah
Woman, come make mi please yuh.
You're my soulmate, girl I love yah
No other like yah
You're my soulmate, 'cause oeh I need yah... oeehhhooeeehhooeeehh!
Hey!
Once in a while you find a love like this yah know
Woman the love we have we got to keep it, can't let it go
I'll be your roaring lion, and I'll be your Romeo (?)
Love you everytime you need?
'Cause when I'm down, you lift my spirit
All my pains are being erased
Loving you, is loving me
And girl you make it so easy.
Soulmate, no other like yah
No long, mi wan find yah(?)
Soulmate, oeh I need yah
Woman, come and let mi please yah.
Soulmate, no other like yah
No long, mi wan find yah(?)
You're my soulmate, 'cause oeh I need yah
Never do without yah.
Now I found you girl
Ain't gonna search no more
And you can rock my world
Heaven must have sent yah
When I'm down, you lift my spirit
All my pains are being erased
Loving you, is loving me
And girl you make it so easy.
Soulmate, no other like yah
No long, mi wan find yah(?)
You're my soulmate, 'cause oeh I need yah
Can't do without yah.
Soulmate, no other like yah
No long, mi wan find yah(?)
You're my soulmate, 'cause oeh I need yah
Baby come and let mi please you...
The song "Soul Mate" by Tarrus Riley is an ode to the love and connection he feels with his partner. The introductory lines set the stage for the rest of the song, with Riley expressing his deep appreciation and affection for his significant other. He likens her to a precious jewel, demonstrating how valuable and cherished she is to him. The chemistry between them is palpable and their love seems to come naturally, like a perfect blend of harmony. In the chorus, Riley emphasizes how he has found his soul mate and that there is no one else like her that can fulfill him in the same way. Their love is a two-way street, with Riley lifting her spirits just as much as she does his. He acknowledges that finding a love like theirs is rare and that they must hold onto it tightly.
The lyrics to "Soul Mate" are straightforward and highlight the beauty and simplicity of true love. The song is carried along by a reggae rhythm that is both upbeat and soulful, capturing the essence of Riley's message. The repetitive nature of the chorus reinforces the idea that the singer has found his perfect match and that he never wants to let her go. Overall, the song is a declaration of love and gratitude for finding that one special person.
Line by Line Meaning
Feels like, we've been together forever
It seems like we have been together for ages.
And it looks like, we're gonna be together a lifetime... baby
It appears that we will be together for the rest of our lives.
Feels like, we've found something to treasure... girl
It seems like we have found something valuable and worth keeping.
And just like, a precious jewel you are to me.
You are as precious to me as a valuable jewel.
Listen, it's plain to see there's chemistry,
It is obvious that there is a strong connection between us.
With our love so naturally
Our love comes easily and without effort.
A perfect blend of harmony,
Our love is a perfect combination of different elements, creating harmony.
I'm your words, you're my melody
I complete you with my words, as you complete me with your melody.
'Cause when I'm down, you lift my spirit
Whenever I am feeling down, you lift my mood and make me feel better.
All my pains are being erased
All of my emotional pains are disappearing because of your love.
Loving you, is loving me
When I love you, I am also loving myself.
And you make it so easy.
You make loving you simple and effortless.
Soulmate, no other like yah
You are my soulmate, and there is no one else like you.
No long, mi wan find yah(?)
I don't need to search for anyone else.
You're my soulmate, 'cause oeh I need yah
You are my soulmate because I truly need you.
Woman, come make mi please yah.
Please come and satisfy me, my love.
Soulmate, glad I found yah
I am happy that I found you, my soulmate.
You're my soulmate, 'cause oeh I need yah
You are my soulmate because I have a deep emotional need for you.
Can't do without yah.
I cannot live without you.
Now I found you girl,
Now I have found you, my love,
Ain't gonna search no more
I'm not going to look for anyone else.
And you can rock my world,
You have the power to make me feel complete and fulfilled.
Heaven must have sent yah
You must have been divinely sent to me.
Never do without yah.
I will never be able to live without you.
Hey!
An exclamation to get attention.
Once in a while you find a love like this yah know
It's rare to find a love like ours, you know.
Woman the love we have we got to keep it, can't let it go
We have to preserve and cherish the love we share, we cannot let it go.
I'll be your roaring lion, and I'll be your Romeo (?)
I will be fierce and protective like a lion, and I will also be romantic like Romeo from the Shakespearean story.
Love you everytime you need?
I will always love you when you need me, no matter what.
Woman, come and let mi please yah.
Please come and let me pleasure you, my love.
Contributed by Carson J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.