A blossoming star, folks about town in London started to take notice and she was soon performing at local talent shows. Cementing her fate as an infectious musical force Savage went on to sing backup for Mary J. Blige, Chaka Khan, Emma Bunton (Spice Girls), Kelly Clarkson, Blu Cantrell, Andreas Bocelli and has shared the stage with the likes of Sting, 50 Cent, The Black Eyed Peas, Eminem, Robbie Williams, and Destiny’s Child to name a few.
On the business end Tiwa set her own 323 imprint with entrepreneur Tunji "Tee Billz" Balogun and currently signed to Sony ATV as a songwriter. Savage will embark on a solo career and will release her debut album in early 2011. She has also collaborated with Chuck Harmony (Rihanna, Mary J. Blige), Warren "Oak" Felder (Chris Brown and Jennifer Lopez), and producer So Sick (Da Grin) just to name a few, on her debut. Weaving an eclectic collision of influences on her record, the Nigerian native says her album will blend "songs in my native language Yoruba and some straight up R&B soulful pop records."
An avid songwriter since the age of 15, she has recorded with industry heavyweights such as Babyface, The Underdogs (Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears), Brian Kennedy (Jennifer Hudson, Kid Sister) and Red One (Lady Gaga, Kylie Minogue) led to Savage writing hits like Jaicko's "Oh Yeah," which features Snoop Dogg, Kat Deluna's "Push Push" featuring Akon and with production by David Guetta, Fantasia's "Collard Greens & Cornbread," from the album Back to Me, records on Letoya Luckett’s upcoming album and with background vocal credits on Whitney Houston’s album “I look to you.”
Although being a songwriter for such prominent artists was a great opportunity and experience, writing for herself has been more rewarding. "I have political songs like 'Middle Passage,' which is about the struggles of African men in a foreign country," says the scholarship recipient and graduate of Berklee College of Music. A beautiful, naturally gifted songwriter, electrifying performer with a voice that is as sweet as honey, Tiwa Savage is ready to share her music wit the world.
Hold Me Down
Tiwa Savage Lyrics
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I could never forget when we met the first time.
And everybody won't need you you said u can have u to myself.
And you see me ryt now oh I like it, I really like it.
Ahhhh huhh
Oh I need it, I really need it.
Ahhhh huhh
Oh I like it, I really like the way you take me high don't lemme fall.
Na only u wey fi hold me down
You should know by now
Na only you wey fi hold me down
Boy u the only one that holds me down
Oh all the way down, way down way down
Oh u the only one that holds me down
Oh all the way down, way down way down
I wanna take my time with u
I hate the way u burn out oh
And I will come until the end
So let's enjoy this moment on the cloud
Na u see me now ryt now, oh I like it.
I really like it Ahhhh huhhh
Oh I need it, I really need it Ahhhh huhh
Oh I like it, i really like the way you take me high don't lemme fall.
U should know by now, na only u wet fi hold me down.
U should know by now, na only u wey fi hold me down.
Boy u the only one that holds me down oh all the way down, way down, way down
Only you (you're the only one) that holds me down, oh all the way down, way down, way down
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The lyrics to Hold Me Down by Tiwa Savage speak to the feeling of being held in a relationship. The singer describes how she met her partner for the first time and how he told her that she could have him all to herself. She expresses how much she likes and needs the feeling he gives her, that he takes her high and doesn't let her fall. The chorus emphasizes the fact that he is the only one who can hold her down, and the repetition of the phrase "way down" highlights the depth of their connection.
The verses also convey a sense of urgency and desire, with the singer wanting to take her time with her partner but also not wanting to burn out. It's clear that she sees him as the one who can satisfy her and keep her grounded. The overall message of the song is about finding someone who can truly hold you down and make you feel secure in a relationship.
Overall, Hold Me Down is a romantic and sensual song that celebrates the importance of feeling supported and loved in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I could never forget when we met the first time.
The singer remembers the first time she met the person addressed in the song and it's a memorable moment for her.
And everybody won't need you you said u can have u to myself.
The addressed person tells the singer that they don't need anyone else and that they belong only to her.
And you see me ryt now oh I like it, I really like it.
The singer is happy that the person she likes is with her at the moment.
Oh I need it, I really need it.
The singer feels that she really needs the person addressed in the song.
Oh I like it, I really like the way you take me high don't lemme fall.
The singer enjoys the high she gets from being with the person and doesn't want to lose that feeling.
You should know by now
Na only u wey fi hold me down
You should know by now
Na only you wey fi hold me down
Boy u the only one that holds me down
Oh all the way down, way down way down
Oh u the only one that holds me down
Oh all the way down, way down way down
The singer affirms that only the person addressed in the song can hold her down emotionally and he's the only one who has that kind of power over her.
I wanna take my time with u
I hate the way u burn out oh
And I will come until the end
So let's enjoy this moment on the cloud
The singer wants to savor every moment spent with the person addressed in the song and wants to make the most of their time together.
Contributed by Michael P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
SOFT LIFE IN CHRIST
I swear I got goosebumps listening to this. Can tiwa have a Grammy already!! 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
QUEEN HADASSAH STAR
PATIENCE IZIEGBE EGBOR been thinking about it for years now but I know the right time will come for our sweet Tiwa Savage.
Darcy selpha
My favorite track.. Gives me life💖💖💖
Minia Noiz
Getting goosebumps every time I listen to this beautiful song! Can't get enough! 💕🌻💕
Naomi Somiari
Tiwa is just beyond amazing
Onedia Miller
My favorite track on this Album! Yes Tiwa!
FDSJ Jay
You have dat special voice and the way you sing gives me chills
Oluwatoyin O
Album of the year 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Jimmy Steeve
Oluwatoyin O, E P not album
Oluwatoyin O
Jimmy Steeve ok.