He auditioned at Sonic Sounds studio, but while Sly Dunbar was impressed, his touring commitments with Black Uhuru prevented him from signing Wonder. He had more success, however, with King Tubby, who produced his first single, "Long and Lasting Love", in 1985, with two more following.
His new album Foreva boasts collaborations with world renowned dancehall producers Don Corleone and Tony Kelly (Sean Paul, Elephant Man). It includes the singles Again and For My Love.
Wayne rose to fame in 2003 with the song No Letting Go, which reached number 11 on the Billboard Top 100.
While other dancehall artists are known for their rapping style, Wayne Wonder's claim to fame is his unparalleled, velvety smooth singing voice.
Wayne was born in Buff Bay, Portland, Jamaica, and moved all over eastern Kingston including a stint in Rae Town - home of the weekly Reggae/R oldies street dance which inspired him to take a more soulful approach to dancehall.
Caught Up
Wayne Wonder Lyrics
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So listen baby, you drive me crazy
You be... what you do, you need...
Easy for me to say, you... daisy
We are caught up in this love triangle
Cause I'm caught up, cause I'm caught up
Got me caught up in this love triangle
We be going out on the free way
Looking up three ways
Cause your love is on display
You can get it on ebay
So get a feeling I'ma fly...
They got me on...
We are caught up in this love triangle
Cause I'm caught up, cause I'm caught up
We are caught up in this love, triangle
Cause I'm caught up, cause I'm caught up...
Got me caught up in this love, so caught up, so caught up...
I'm done with things,... whoa
... stopping,... turn me on, yes
I'ma gonna make things happen
We are caught up in this love triangle
So caught up, so caught up...
Got me caught up in this love, triangle
So caught up, so caught up...
The song "Caught Up" by Wayne Wonder is an upbeat love song that combines pop, reggae, and R&B elements. The lyrics are all about being caught up in a love triangle, with Wonder struggling between two women who both love him. The opening verse sets the stage, with the repeated phrase "I want you, you want me, you need..." creating a sense of longing and desire. The chorus is where the song really kicks into gear, with Wonder singing about being "caught up" in this love triangle, unable to untangle his emotions.
The middle section of the song introduces a bit more detail about the situation. Wonder and his two love interests are "going out on the free way" and "looking up three ways," which suggests that they are all aware of the situation and trying to figure it out together. The line "you can get it on ebay" is a quirky touch, implying that love is something that can be bought and sold. The verse ends with Wonder feeling electrified and ready to take action, declaring that he's "gonna make things happen."
Overall, the lyrics to "Caught Up" are fairly straightforward, but the melody and instrumentation give the song a sense of urgency and excitement. The reggae beat and Wonder's smooth vocal delivery make it an irresistible dance-floor banger. Ultimately, the song is about the power of love to both lift us up and trap us in complicated emotional situations.
Line by Line Meaning
I want you, you want me, you need...
I desire you, you desire me, you have a need for me...
So listen baby, you drive me crazy
Thus pay attention, my dear; you make me go insane...
You be... what you do, you need...
Your actions define you, and they fulfill a part of you...
Easy for me to say, you... daisy
It is effortless for me to say, and you are beautiful and lively...
We are caught up in this love triangle
We are entangled in this relationship with a third party...
Cause I'm caught up, cause I'm caught up
Because I am fascinated and engulfed by it...
Got me caught up in this love triangle
It has thoroughly captured me with this third party affair...
We be going out on the freeway
We frequently travel on the expressway...
Looking up three ways
Searching high and low with other prospective partners
Cause your love is on display
Since your love is so noticeable to others...
You can get it on ebay
It's so valuable, one could sell it on an online marketplace like eBay.
So get the feeling I'ma fly...
Take note, I'm starting to feel like I'm flying in your love...
They got me on...
They have me hooked or addicted to it...
I'm done with things,... whoa
I am through with that situation, wow
... stopping,... turn me on, yes
No stopping it; it keeps me enthralled and engaged...
I'ma gonna make things happen
I am going to take control of the situation...
So caught up, so caught up...
So consumed and fascinated with it...
Got me caught up in this love triangle
It has completely entangled me with this third party love affair...
So caught up, so caught up...
So consumed and fascinated with it...
We are caught up in this love triangle
We are entangled in this relationship with a third party...
Cause I'm caught up, cause I'm caught up...
Because I am fascinated and engulfed by it...
Got me caught up in this love, triangle
It has thoroughly captured me with this third party affair...
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LOVE the talent and crew on this gig-- great to work with and awesome finished product!
DeeJay
Yesss BLESS UP WAYNE WONDER!!! 🎶🎵🎙️🔥👌🏼
4791slim
LOVE THIS VIDEO AND SONG!!! WAYNE CAN'T WAIT TO HEAR THE ALBUM
DEVON GRANT
We need to hear more from you Wayne
mich10cl
Wayne Wonder the I love your work and I'm a big fan. This song and video tune up loooouuuuddd! Can't wait for ur album MY WAY to drop Sept 11, i know its going to be a GREAT ONE
cakeboobox
I love Wayne♥
27lenra
Keep up the good work and never stop
Kevin Makumbe
love yo music wayne!
Dave Simmons
Big Up everytime Wonder!!!!!
cakeboobox
I Listen to this song everyday★