Angel Eyes

Raghav

About Angel Eyes

"Angel Eyes" is a song by Canadian-Indian singer Raghav from his 2004 album Storyteller. It features additional vocals by Jucxi and Frankey Maxx, although they are not credited on the cover of the single. It is a remake of Raghav's Hindi-language hit "Teri Baaton Mein" with new English language lyrics and new arrangement. "Angel Eyes" contains one brief Hindi language excerpt from "Teri Baaton Mein". The single was released in February 2005 and became Raghav's most successful release, peaking at number seven on the UK Singles Chart and spending six weeks on the chart. He performed the song live accompanied by the two artists on Top of the Pops in Britain. An official music video was also released."Angel Eyes" is greatly inspired by a melody from the hit "Murder She Wrote" by Jamaican reggae duo Chaka Demus & Pliers, and widely uses the song's music arrangement. "Murder She Wrote" was a success in the UK in 1992, making it to number 27 and was included on the Chaka Demus & Pliers album Tease Me/All She Wrote. 


Year:
2005
3:30
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Ho oh

There's no one above it
We all need some loving
Some kissing and hugging
Like yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

You can't live without it
Yeah I used to doubt it
But now that I've found it
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

'Cause my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes
Yeah my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes

Well now I've been down and lonely
I wish if only
The whole world could feel my vibe
We all need one simple reason
Something to believe in
I know that I've got mine

'Cause my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes
Yeah my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes

There's no one above it
We all need some loving
Some kissing and hugging
Like yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

You can't live without it
Yeah I used to doubt it
But now that I've found it
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

'Cause my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes
Yeah my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes

Well now I've been down and lonely
I wish if only
The whole world could feel my vibe
We all need one simple reason
Something to believe in
I know that I've got mine

Well now I've been down and lonely
I wish if only
The whole world could feel my vibe
We all need one simple reason
Something to believe in
I know that I've got mine

'Cause my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes
Yeah my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes

Teri baaton mai
Teri baaton mai
Teri baaton mai
Aisa uljha jiya
Bethe hee bethe maine
Dil kho diya

Oh
Angel eyes
Yeah my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes

'Cause my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes
Yeah my baby's got
Oh
Angel eyes

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Raghav

Raghav Mathur (born April 2, 1981), known professionally as Raghav, is a Canadian singer, currently signed to Cordova Bay Records. He is best known for his single "Angel Eyes" which peaked at number 7 in the UK in 2005. His singles "So Confused", "Can't Get Enough" and "It Can't Be Right" reached the UK top ten in 2004 making him the only artist that year to have three top ten hits in the UK chart. more »

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Written by: RAGHAV MATHUR, EVERTON BONNER, RICARDO COWARD, SLY DUNBAR, NINA MATHUR, JOHN TAYLOR, LLOYD WILLIS

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15 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Angel Eyes" is a song categorized under the R&B and pop genres, showcasing Raghav's ability to blend different musical styles.
Release Year
The song was released in the year 2005, as a part of Raghav's debut album "Storyteller".
Artist Origin
The artist Raghav is of Canadian-Indian origin. He has brought a blend of his Eastern roots into international music through "Angel Eyes".
Chart Success
"Angel Eyes" charted at number 7 on the UK Singles Chart, helping Raghav gain mainstream recognition.
Song Composition
The song is known for its mix of R&B rhythms with Hindi lyrics, which appealed to a broad cross-section of listeners.
Album Success
Thanks to "Angel Eyes", the "Storyteller" album went on to become a multi-platinum selling album.
Recognition
The success of "Angel Eyes" led Raghav to be nominated for Best Newcomer at the 2005 MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Awards.
Concert Lineup
The song became a staple performance for Raghav's concerts, due to its immense popularity.
Inspiration
Raghav's Indian background contributed to the Bhangra and Bollywood influence evident in "Angel Eyes".
Accolades
In 2005, "Angel Eyes" was ranked as one of the year's top selling singles in the UK.
Language Blend
"Angel Eyes" features a unique combination of English, Hindi, and Punjabi lyrics, which adds to its unique, multicultural appeal.
Collaborations
British-Asian music producer DJ V was involved in the making of "Angel Eyes", which is a R&B mix with a sample from a Hindi song.
International Reach
The fusion of Eastern and Western music in "Angel Eyes" has made it popular not just in the UK and India, but also in countries like Poland, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
Dance Routines
Over time, the song has also become popular in dance routines, particularly in the Bhangra dance community.
Phrases
The Hindi phrase "Teri Yaad Satave" in "Angel Eyes" is an earworm for many of the song's fans. It translates to 'Your memories torment me' in English.

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