1. A R&B and gar… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 artists/bands with the name Artful Dodger:
1. A R&B and garage band from the United Kingdom
2. A power pop band from Virginia, United States
1. Artful Dodger is a British R&B & UK garage band from the city of Southampton, who became famous through their 2Step hits and gave Craig David's career a boost after he appeared on their #2 hit "Re-Rewind" in December 1999. The band's name was apparently stolen from an unknown bedroom DJ (popular on pirate radio stations) Lee Haynes whose father's name was Roger, which was inspired by the Artful Dodger, a character in the Charles Dickens novel Oliver Twist. The band originally consisted of Mark Hill and Pete Devereux, but Devereux left prior to the release of the single "TwentyFourSeven", and Hill continued from then on to produce records under the Artful Dodger moniker by himself. The UK Garage act, comprising of Mark Hill and MC Alistair, now includes fellow Producer & DJ Dave Low.
2. Artful Dodger is an American power pop band, formed in Fairfax, Virginia in 1973. Songwriting duties were handled by band members guitarist Gary Herrewig and vocalist Billy Paliselli, along with guitarist and vocalist Gary Cox. Artful Dodger made three albums for Columbia Records: The 1975 self-titled debut, featuring the tracks "Wayside" and "Silver & Gold", 1976's "Honor Among Thieves", and "Babes On Broadway" in 1977. The band released a fourth album, "Rave On" for Ariola Records in 1980. Despite extensive critical acclaim, none of the releases were commercial successes, which led to the band's breakup in 1982. The original members reunited in 2005 for a Cleveland Agora anniversary concert.
Re-Rewind
The Artful Dodger Lyrics
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Enter, selecta
Yeah (yeah)
Yeah, eh eh
Yeah (yeah)
Yeah
Enter, selecta
Gotta move on, dancing yeah, real hard core
From the front to the back that's where I was at
You know, you know, the Artful Dodger do it like that
With Craig David all over your
DJ it's all up to you
When the crowd go wild
Tell me, whatcha gonna do (ooh, know he's tryin' yeah)
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Bo Bo
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind
This goes out to all the DJ's
Yeah (yeah)
Yeah, eh eh
Yeah (yeah)
Yeah, eh eh
Making moves, yeah, on the dance floor
Gotta move on, dancing yeah, real hard core
From the front to the back that's where I was at
You know, you know, the Artful Dodger do it like that
With Craig David all over your
DJ it's all up to you
When the crowd go wild
Tell me, what ya gonna do (ooh, know he's tryin' yeah)
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, (yeah, eh) when the crowd say Bo Bo Bo
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind (yeah) when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind
This goes out to all the DJ's
Making moves, yeah, on the dance floor
Gotta move on, dancing yeah, real hard core
From the front to the back that's where I was at
You know, you know, the Artful Dodger do it like that
With Craig David all over your
DJ it's all up to you
When the crowd go wild
Tell me, whatcha gonna do (ooh, know he's tryin' yeah)
Making moves, yeah, on the dance floor
Gotta move on, dancing yeah, real hard core
From the front to the back that's where I was at
You know, you know, the Artful Dodger do it like that
With Craig David all over your
DJ it's all up to you
When the crowd go wild
Tell me, what ya gonna do (ooh, know he's tryin' yeah)
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, yeah, eh eh, selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, yeah, eh eh, selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, yeah, eh eh, selecta
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Re-rewind, yeah, eh eh, selecta
The Artful Dodger's song "Re-Rewind" featuring Craig David is a classic UK Garage song. The lyrics paint a picture of a lively dance floor where the Artful Dodger is performing, making moves and getting the crowd wild. With Craig David's smooth vocals, they invite the DJ to keep playing and making the crowd go wild. The phrase "Bo Selecta" is repeated throughout the song and is a call and response between the crowd and DJ.
The chorus of "Re-Rewind" is an invitation for the DJ to rewind the track whenever the crowd says "Bo Selecta." This is a classic UK Garage tradition where the crowd would shout "Rewind" to ask the DJ to replay a track they particularly enjoyed. The phrase "Bo Selecta" was popularized by a TV show of the same name in the early 2000s.
The song celebrates the UK Garage culture, with its lively dance floors and call and response between the crowd and DJ. It also has a catchy beat with Craig David's smooth vocals adding to its appeal. "Re-Rewind" was a massive hit when it was released in 1999, and it continues to be a beloved classic in UK Garage culture.
Line by Line Meaning
Re-rewind
Let's go back to a previous moment in time
Enter, selecta
DJ, it's your turn to take control
Yeah (yeah)
Excitement and hype
Yeah, eh eh
Positive energy
Making moves, yeah, on the dance floor
Dancing and grooving
Gotta move on, dancing yeah, real hard core
Dancing with intensity and passion
From the front to the back that's where I was at
Dancing and enjoying the party from every angle
You know, you know, the Artful Dodger do it like that
This is how the Artful Dodger parties
With Craig David all over your
Craig David's vibe and energy are everywhere
DJ it's all up to you
The DJ sets the tone and the party mood
When the crowd go wild
When the party hits a peak with everyone hyped and intense
Tell me, whatcha gonna do (ooh, know he's tryin' yeah)
Asking what the DJ is going to do now to keep the crowd going
Re-rewind, when the crowd say Bo Selecta
Going back in time every time the crowd says Bo Selecta
This goes out to all the DJ's
A shoutout to all the amazing DJs out there
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARK HILL, CRAIG ASHLEY DAVID, TONY BRISCOE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kev McQuaid
This is an absolute classic it definitely stood the test of time if u heard this at the disco tonight everyone would stop and groove to this and singing words to the real gem love it!!!!! And it's 2022 March
Chance St.Thomas
Still a classic...after 16 yrs.
Swedish Egg
This come out in 2000 which would of made it 19 years old when you put this comment ✌🏻
Boe Matts
Never gets old💖💖
pixxuleskiezzz
Love it
Kartika Tita
Love this always💜💜
Harry Kappos
Southampton's legends !!!
Mirela Alicajic
❤️
J.Urbanist
MoreRadio Worthing - my new favourite station. That’s where I discovered this
Vaaa111
😍😍😍