Officially Yours

Craig David

About Officially Yours

"Officially Yours" is the fourth and final single taken from Craig David's fourth album Trust Me, released in the UK on 23 June 2008. David confirmed the single release at the BBC Radio 1Xtra live event on 22 March 2008. The song was also confirmed for release by the Birmingham Mail web site. On 14 May 2008, "Officially Yours" was added to the BBC Radio 2 B-list playlist. In the United Kingdom, the single was at a very disappointing number 130 mid-week. However, on Sunday 29 June 2008, the song finally reached number 158 in the UK, becoming his lowest-charting single ever. This is (like his previous single, "6 of 1 Thing") likely due to barely any promotion for the song. 


Year:
2007
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[Intro:]
Oh yeah yes
La da day, la da day
La da da da da oh

[Verse 1:]
Thinkin' how the story goes
You're helpless and I'm wishin'
Put the film inside my mind
But there's a big scene that I'm missin'
As I re-read my lines
I think I said this, I should've said that
Did you edit me out of your mind
'Cause in a flash you had disappeared, gone (gone)
Before the curtain falls
And we act this out again
Maybe I should risk it all and state

[Chorus:]
That I'm officially going on the record
To say I'm in love with you
I'm officially everything you hope that I would be
This time I'll tell the truth
I'm officially wrong I know
For letting you go the way I did
Unconditionally more than I ever was before
I'm officially yours
La da day, la da day
La da da da da oh

[Verse 2:]
Travellin' down this road again
Gotta make a few decisions
Don't want you to feel this hurt again
That's why I'm hopin' that you'll listen
If you let me press rewind
I'll rehearse every word I should have said
'Cause girl I'm ready to make things right
Here on this stage so we can move on (on)
And before the curtain falls
And we act this out again
Missin' pieces I'll resolve so stay

[Chorus:]

[Bridge:]
Things I should have said
Like I appreciate the time that I spend with you
Inspire me with the smile I put on your pretty face
My world comes alive, now I know (now I know it babe)
This time I'm not letting go
'Cause I'm officially yours (oh oh)

[Chorus:]

I'm officially going on the record
To say I'm in love with you
I'm officially everything you hope that I would be
This time I'll tell the truth
I'm officially wrong I know
For letting you go the way I did
Unconditionally more than I ever was before

[Outro:]
Girl I'm unconditionally yours (oh yeah)
Officially yours, your man (La da day, la da day, la da day)
Girl I'm unconditionally yours (La da da da da oh)
Officially yours, I am

Girl I'm unconditionally yours (listen what I'm tryna say)
Officially yours, your man (oh oh)
Girl I'm unconditionally yours
Officially yours, I am

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Craig David

Craig Ashley David (born 5 May 1981) is an English singer-songwriter who rose to fame in 1999 featuring on the single "Re-Rewind" by Artful Dodger. David's debut album, Born to Do It, was released on 14 August 2000, after which he has since released five further studio albums and worked with a variety of artists such as Tinchy Stryder, Kano, Jay Sean, Rita Ora and Sting. more »

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Written by: HITEN BHARADIA, PAULO MENDONCA, IAIN JAMES FARQUHARSON, CRAIG DAVID, CURTIS RICHARDSON

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
Craig David is a British R&B singer-songwriter who rose to fame in 1999 after featuring on the single "Re-Rewind" by Artful Dodger. His first solo work, "Fill Me In," topped the UK chart and made him the youngest solo male artist to do so at the time.
Album Information
"Officially Yours" is a song from Craig David's fourth studio album, "Trust Me," released in 2007.
Song Production
The song was written by Craig David and Martin Terefe, with Terefe handling the production. Martin Terefe is a Norwegian producer known for his work with artists like Jason Mraz, Mary J. Blige, and Train.
Musical Style
Unlike his previous work, "Trust Me" and its tracks like "Officially Yours" marked a shift in Craig David's musical style as he moved away from garage/R&B and embraced a more poppy, live band-led style. "Officially Yours" is notably slower and more mellow than many of his earlier hits.
Chart Performance
Although "Officially Yours" didn't chart on major global music charts, the album "Trust Me" peaked at number 18 on the UK Albums Chart and received a gold certification from BPI.
Music Video
The music video for "Officially Yours" was shot in Havana, Cuba. Directed by Phil Griffin, it features various scenes of Craig and his love interest strolling through the city and enjoying each other's company.
Critical and Commercial Reception
The album "Trust Me," including the song "Officially Yours," garnered mixed reviews from critics who praised David's vocals but criticized the lack of a distinct sound. Despite this, the album has sold over 600,000 copies worldwide as of 2021.
Song Meaning
"Officially Yours" is a romantic ballad, with lyrics that talk about Craig David making his love for his partner official.
Live Performances
This song is often included in Craig David's setlist for his tours and live performances. He often gives an acoustic rendition of the song, showcasing his vocal prowess.
Legacy
Despite not achieving chart success, "Officially Yours" has remained a fan-favorite song due to its heartfelt lyrics and classic Craig David's R&B-pop sound.

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