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.
Friend Like Me
Wayne Wonder Lyrics
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It?s gonna be alright
It?s gonna be alright
It?s gonna be alright
It?s gonna be alright
Many late nights when she's all alone
She always call me up on the phone
Because she wants to rub me in her honeycomb
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
Told her friends that I treat her right
And I love to vibe all day
Feels so good just to be around
A lotta times she don't want me to go away
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
After all you can't deny
I took her where her feels
Can't go on, you can't pretend
That's why she's asking me again
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
It?s gonna be alright
It?s gonna be alright
It?s gonna be alright
It?s gonna be alright
It?s gonna be alright
It?s gonna be alright
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
What she need is just a friend like me
What she need is just a good friend like me
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The lyrics to Wayne Wonder's "Friend Like Me" convey a sense of comfort and reassurance to a woman who has been calling the singer late at night, feeling lonely and in need of companionship. The repeated refrain of "It's gonna be alright" serves as a reminder that she is not alone, and that the singer will be there for her as a friend when she needs him. He emphasizes that what she needs is not necessarily a romantic partner, but simply a good friend who will treat her right and make her feel good.
The verses focus on the singer's relationship with the woman, describing how he enjoys spending time with her and how he has been a positive influence on her life. He brags to her friends about how well he treats her, and acknowledges that she sometimes doesn't want him to leave. The chorus repeats the message that what she needs is "just a friend" like him, reminding her that he will be there to support her in any way he can.
Overall, "Friend Like Me" is a tribute to the importance of friendship and the power of human connection. Even when romantic love may not be an option, having someone to talk to and spend time with can make all the difference in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Pinky promise
Making a sincere promise to someone
It?s gonna be alright
Assuring someone that everything will be okay
Many late nights when she's all alone
When the person is lonely and in need of company
She always call me up on the phone
The person always contacts the singer for help
Begging me to come and spend the night
Pleading with the singer to stay over
Because she wants to rub me in her honeycomb
The person desires intimacy and affection
What she need is just a friend like me
All the person requires is a true and loyal friend
Told her friends that I treat her right
The singer treats the person respectfully
And I love to vibe all day
The two have a strong connection and enjoy spending time together
Feels so good just to be around
The person enjoys the singer's company
A lot of times she don't want me to go away
The person wishes the singer could stay forever
After all you can't deny
There is no denying the strength of their friendship
I took her where her feels
The singer provided comfort and understanding
Can't go on, you can't pretend
No longer able to handle life's difficulties
That's why she's asking me again
The person seeks the singer's help once more
It?s gonna be alright
Reassuring the person that everything is going to be okay
What she need is just a friend like me
All that is required is a loyal friend
Lyrics © Royalty Network
Written by: CHARLES VON WAYNE, P EDMUND
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