Maxi Priest - Close To You (official Video Hd)(audio Hd)(extended Mix) | Newest & Essential

Features distinctive Soul II Soul-inspired string arrangements and a drum track programmed by Phil Bodger to replace the original acoustic drums.

"" is the signature hit by British reggae singer Maxi Priest , released in 1990 as the lead single from his fifth studio album, Bonafide . Blending smooth R&B with reggae rhythms, the track became a global phenomenon and a defining moment for the reggae fusion genre. Background and Composition Background and Composition While the chorus is a

While the chorus is a straightforward seduction theme, the verses describe a dangerous "Jezebel" or "Miss Brixton Queen" who walks a tightrope of treachery. Music Videos and Winston Sela .

Features Priest singing in a desert setting with people in Egyptian attire and pyramids in the background. Background and Composition While the chorus is a

"Close to You" achieved massive commercial success, particularly in the United States: Close To You by Maxi Priest - Songfacts

The song's visual identity was established through two distinct music videos, both directed by :

Written by Maxi Priest, Gary Benson , and Winston Sela .