His persistence and dedication to learning music and evolving has paid off since he is now featured on DJ Private Ryan’s Sunkissed Shores riddim and the Cabana Riddim which features Patrice Roberts and several others.
He explained that one of the beauties for him with music is seeing how it transcends borders.
“A lot of my influences came from Africa, the Haitian style (kompa), the Dominican style. Even jazz and country music is music that I really appreciate so when it comes to music as a whole, I just feel like it has no barriers,” he said.
Now that his foot is in the door, Adam O has set his eyes on working with the big names of Soca.
He disclosed that a project with Nadia Batson is currently underway and he thanked her for playing a role in introducing him to mainstream audiences in Trinidad and Tobago.
Problems
ADAM O Lyrics
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The Cool Breeze man them
How yuh mean?
De Caribbean have de baddest
Up inna de lawn, yes
We comin' with de remix
Check this, yow
Let me tell you a story
About a cutie
A Virgin Island beauty
Who came and seduce me
We was out on a boat ride
It was a cold night
We was so hype
The boat was in flight
This gyul push her ting on me
Made me want to give she my money
It was so hard to breathe
She had me thirstin′
When my patnah give me a watah
Say, "My bwoy hold her"
I just tryin' to hold her
And she ain't holdin′ back, no
I under de dance
I was sweatin′ all over my pants
De security started to laugh
He look at me and start to say
You see that ting deh patnah?
Them Caribbean bannah
The world ain't got no order
Dem ting equip with plenty problems
Dem Caribbean gyul is problems
When they bam bam start swingin′
I hope you have insurance
Well
Moral ah deh story yah
Got to creep before you crawl
You can't just walk up in the Big Leagues
Boastin′ like yuh name is Boss, nuh
Mama always told me
That monkey know which tree to climb
And I gon' tell you why, huh
You see that ting deh patnah?
Them Caribbean bannah
The world ain′t got no order
Dem ting equip with plenty problems
Dem Caribbean gyul is problems
When they bam bam start swingin'
I hope you have insurance, chh huh
Well
This the part ah de song
Weh de gyal with de wickedest slam come front and center
Position deh body and let me see you roll that ting down under
Just move from yuh man for a minute
And come leh we see that big round fender
(Just for a minute)
Nobody touch her now just wine to the side and dip, huh
Come and leh we take a little trip, huh
Front ah de stage is yours
Show them how you do it, gyal
Wine to de side and dip, huh
Put yuh hand pon yuh head, huh
Push back and give a little jiggle
Tell yuh man he lucky I ___, wah
You see that ting deh patnah?
Them Caribbean bannah
The world ain't got no order
Dem ting equip with plenty problems
Dem Caribbean gyul is problems
When they bam bam start swingin′
I hope you have insurance
Huh
Adam O
In the song "Problems" by ADAM O, the lyrics tell a story of a guy who encounters a seductive and irresistible woman while on a boat ride in the Virgin Islands. The singer describes how this "gyul" (girl) pushes her body onto him, making him fall under her spell. Despite the security guard laughing at him, he can't resist the temptation. The chorus of the song emphasizes the unpredictable and challenging nature of Caribbean women, suggesting that their allure and charm come with their fair share of difficulties and complications. The song highlights the importance of patience and caution when dealing with such women.
The lyrics also touch upon the moral of the story, which is to take things slowly and strategically. The singer compares it to crawling before walking and advises against boasting and arrogance when trying to make it in the "Big Leagues" or achieving success in life. The reference to a monkey knowing which tree to climb suggests the need for wisdom and discernment in navigating through challenges.
Overall, "Problems" portrays a humorous and lighthearted perspective on the complexities and allure of Caribbean women, while also providing a subtle life lesson about patience and humility.
Line by Line Meaning
It's Adam O, oh
Introducing himself as Adam O.
The Cool Breeze man them
Referring to his crew, the Cool Breeze.
How yuh mean?
Asking for clarification or agreement.
De Caribbean have de baddest
Acknowledging that the Caribbean has the most attractive women.
Up inna de lawn, yes
Referring to being in a party or a lively atmosphere.
We comin' with de remix
Bringing a new version or interpretation of something.
Check this, yow
Asking the listener to pay attention or be impressed.
Let me tell you a story
Proceeding to narrate a personal experience.
About a cutie
Referring to an attractive woman.
A Virgin Island beauty
Specifically describing the woman as being from the Virgin Islands.
Who came and seduce me
Describing how the woman captivated his attention.
We was out on a boat ride
Recounting a specific situation of being on a boat trip.
It was a cold night
Setting the atmosphere of the scene.
We was so hype
Expressing excitement or enthusiasm.
The boat was in flight
Referring to the boat moving swiftly or smoothly.
This gyul push her ting on me
Describing the woman's flirtatious behavior towards him.
Made me want to give she my money
Expressing the desire to financially support or impress the woman.
It was so hard to breathe
Highlighting the intense attraction or impact the woman had on him.
She had me thirstin'
Indicating a strong desire or longing for the woman.
When my patnah give me a watah
Referring to a friend offering water, symbolizing advice or guidance.
Say, 'My bwoy hold her'
Encouraging him to pursue a relationship with the woman.
I just tryin' to hold her
Expressing his attempt to connect or be close to the woman.
And she ain't holdin’ back, no
Implying that the woman is reciprocating his affection or advances.
I under de dance
Being present or involved in the dance or party.
I was sweatin' all over my pants
Experiencing physical exertion or nervousness during the dance.
De security started to laugh
Describing the reaction of a security guard witnessing his actions.
He look at me and start to say
Reporting the guard's response to his behavior.
You see that ting deh patnah?
Referring to the woman he was pursuing.
Them Caribbean bannah
Highlighting the attractiveness and desirability of Caribbean women.
The world ain't got no order
Suggesting that standards or expectations vary across different cultures or regions.
Dem ting equip with plenty problems
Implying that Caribbean women come with their own set of challenges or complications.
Dem Caribbean gyul is problems
Stating that Caribbean girls can be difficult or troublesome in relationships.
When they bam bam start swingin'
Referring to the Caribbean girls' seductive or sensual dancing.
I hope you have insurance
Sarcastically suggesting that one needs protection or preparation to handle their behavior.
Well
Transitioning to a new point or aspect of the story.
Moral ah deh story yah
Summarizing the lesson or moral of the story.
Got to creep before you crawl
Advising to proceed cautiously or gradually in a relationship.
You can't just walk up in the Big Leagues
Emphasizing the need to earn or prove oneself before attempting something challenging or prestigious.
Boastin’ like yuh name is Boss, nuh
Warning against arrogance or overconfidence.
Mama always told me
Referring to the advice and wisdom given by his mother.
That monkey know which tree to climb
Using a metaphor to convey the importance of making informed choices or decisions.
And I gon’ tell you why, huh
Introducing the explanation or reason behind the previous statement.
This the part ah de song
Referring to the current section or segment of the song.
Weh de gyal with de wickedest slam come front and center
Bringing attention to a girl with an impressive dance move or performance.
Position deh body and let me see you roll that ting down under
Encouraging the woman to showcase her dance skills and body movements.
Just move from yuh man for a minute
Advising the woman to temporarily distance herself from her partner or companion.
And come leh we see that big round fender
Inviting her to display her curvaceous figure.
(Just for a minute)
Clarifying the duration or intention of the previous statement.
Nobody touch her now just wine to the side and dip
Instructing others to give the woman space and allow her to dance freely.
Come and leh we take a little trip
Proposing a metaphorical journey or experience together.
Front ah de stage is yours
Granting the woman the spotlight or attention.
Show them how you do it, gyal
Encouraging her to showcase her dance moves or skills.
Wine to de side and dip
Instructing her to sway her hips to the side and then lower herself gracefully.
Put yuh hand pon yuh head
Guiding her to place her hand on her head as a dance move.
Push back and give a little jiggle
Encouraging her to move her body back and forth with a slight shaking motion.
Tell yuh man he lucky I…
Implying that her partner is fortunate to have her.
You see that ting deh patnah?
Repeating the earlier line, referring to the woman.
Them Caribbean bannah
Reiterating the appeal and allure of Caribbean women.
The world ain't got no order
Reinforcing the idea that standards or expectations vary across cultures or regions.
Dem ting equip with plenty problems
Repeating the notion that Caribbean women come with their own set of challenges.
Dem Caribbean gyul is problems
Restating that Caribbean girls can be difficult or troublesome in relationships.
When they bam bam start swingin'
Resuming the description of the seductive or sensual dancing of Caribbean girls.
I hope you have insurance
Reiterating the sarcastic suggestion of needing protection or preparation to handle their behavior.
Huh
Expressing a sense of realization or agreement.
Writer(s): Curtis Adams, Adam Lamar Oneal
Contributed by Anthony Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.