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.
Something
The Artful Dodger Lyrics
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Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling
Something' taking over
Something' taking over
Said its spinning something taking over babe
Said its spinning something taking over baby
Yes you do-o-o
its all about you darling
I can stop this feeling baby
i can stop this feeling (roll the bass)
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling (so fine why'all)
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling (play that thing)
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling (feeling say)
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling
(Roll the bass) Roll the bass
1 2 how you doing Artful D (Fade)
Something' taking over
I get this feeling
Something' taking over
Round and round and round I go
Something' taking over
Out of my mind
Something's taking over
Something' taking over
Out of my mind
Something' taking over
Um Um roll the bass
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling
All because of you
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling
Out of my mind
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling
Roll the bass why'all
Um-Um Um-Um taking over
Um-Um Um-Um Oh yes I do
Um-Um Um-Um taking over (Fade)
The Artful Dodger's song "Something" is a pop R&B track about a person who is experiencing a strong attraction to someone they are deeply in love with. The song's chorus repeats the phrase "Something's taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling" which depicts the intense feeling of being in love and how it can be overwhelming and uncontrollable. The lyrics mention that it's all about the person they love, and they cannot stop this feeling. The song also highlights how being in love can make someone feel out of their mind and lost in their emotions.
The verses repeat the phrase "Something's taking over" which subtly implies that love is mysterious and unknowable, and the feeling it brings is taking over the person's mind, body and soul. The song's structure creates an infectious energy that is catchy, upbeat and joyful, which is representative of a person falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling
I'm feeling overwhelmed and consumed by emotions that I can't control
Something' taking over
I'm experiencing a strong and overpowering emotion
Said its spinning something taking over babe
I can't explain what I'm feeling but it's taking over me completely
Its all about you darling
My feelings are all because of you, you have a strong hold on me
Yes you do-o-o
I'm completely under your spell
I can stop this feeling baby
I wish I had control over my emotions, but I can't help the way I feel
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling (so fine why'all)
I'm so deep into my feelings that I can't see anything else properly
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling (play that thing)
This feeling is so strong, I need some distraction or something to take my mind off it
Something' taking over my head is spinning can't stop this feeling (feeling say)
I'm consumed by this feeling and it's taking over my entire being
Roll the bass
I need something intense, loud and powerful to keep me distracted from my emotions
1 2 how you doing Artful D (Fade)
This emotion is so strong, it's even affecting my ability to perform
I get this feeling
This emotion is not something that has just started, it's been building up inside me for a while
Round and round and round I go
This emotion is overwhelming and it's all-consuming
Out of my mind
This feeling is making me forget everything else, I'm completely lost in it
Um Um roll the bass
I need the music to help me deal with this overwhelming emotion
All because of you
You are the sole reason for my feelings, you have an immense impact on me
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CRAIG ASHLEY DAVID, MARK HILL, NEIL KERR, PETER MARK DEVEREUX
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@starryeyed_enchantress1183
I wish this was on Spotify or Apple Music. It’s actually stressing me why it’s not 😭it’s a BIGGGGGGGG TUNE!
@breenirwin2356
I've recently came back on the old school garage scene better vibes in them days.
@FullFledged2010
Just use youtube music then? Its free and the sound quality is about the same. Only tidal has a audible difference imo. 🤷♂
@CoreyBMack
It is now on spotify
@rizzledrizzle1523
On a shitty rainy Saturday in London Town- this tune has suddenly sent me and my puppy mental and we throwing shapes like we are in Napa!!just immense!!❤️👊
@TakeMeBackPirateRadio
Pure good vibes when I listen to this!! Music isn't as happy as this! Where did it all go?
@sarar.g4354
This is real music, not the kind of shit nowadays , love u Artful Dodger
@Bigdonnypranks
Beautiful nostalgia 🔥🔥
@ashleighjudy
Wishing this was on Spotify, love it ❤
@my_youtubechannelxx
2021 still a banger! Who’s still listening to this song in this weather driving 💃🏻🌞🥵😁😁