1) Navy is a singer-songwrit… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists called Navy.
1) Navy is a singer-songwriter from the Caribbean island of Dominica. She has a musical brand that is unique as it is groovy. A blend of hip hop and soul music that still maintains authenticity and tribute to her Caribbean roots. Navy works with the Pretty Boy Worldwide label which has expanded her reach as a Caribbean artiste. However, despite her growing global reach she still celebrates her Caribbean roots through her music and by advocating for singing in Creole (a historic language of the Caribbean that was created by slaves).
(Information from 2bkaribbean.com)
2) "...featuring ex-members of Boysnightout and Millenium Fair, Navy fuses anthemic leads with walls of overdriven power chords a la mid 90s rockers Knapsack while retaining the sensitivity of early Jimmy Eat World. This is a rock and roll record for pop fans. A slick recording leads to the illusion of these fine young lads already being rockstars, while the metaphorically charged lyrics show their true colours of heartbreak and romantic deception (wow). This post-emo-shit is great for any listener looking for a relative alternative to artists such as: Jimmy Eat World, The Jealous Sound, Knapsack, Foo Fighters, Boysnightout & Paulson." - Phil, TikTokTikTok Records
Patra
Navy Lyrics
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Shy guy, shy guy
Beat it out
Seek it out
Squeeze it out
New tune, we ah wheel it out
Get rid of doubt
Hesitation, haffi wash it out
Fill me out
Dial up my number and I ring it out
'Cause I wanna know what you mean, shy guy
I know that it's complicated, shy guy
Now I do not mean to be mean, but I
But me, why you give me the ting? Gimme the ting?
Rude boi, move me like a badman and you know
Say what? Gimme all of the tension in the steady movement
Call you mean fi tell me you a shy guy, shy guy
When you look the way you do confidence a drip from your top to your shoe
Dust out all ah de mandem cah mi only want you
Call you mean fi tell me you a shy guy, shy guy
Mi seh leave it out
That struggle you fi live without
Screen it out
Black, lock-up and I seel it out, yeah
Got me sit it out
Careful the type will run you 'round, yeah
Directional run about
Better you fi ready 'fore you done it out
'Cause I wanna know what you mean, shy guy
I know that it's complicated, shy guy
Now I do not mean to be mean, but I
But me, why you give me the ting? Gimme the ting?
Rude boi, move me like a badman and you know
Say what? Gimme all of the tension in the steady movement
Call you mean fi tell me you a shy guy, shy guy
When you look the way you do confidence a drip from your top to your shoe
Dust out all ah de mandem cah mi only want you
Call you mean fi tell me you a shy guy, shy guy
Rude boi, move me like a badman and you know
Say what? Gimme all of the tension in the steady movement
Call you mean fi tell me you a shy guy, shy guy
When you look the way you do confidence a drip from your top to your shoe
Dust out all ah de mandem cah mi only want you
Call you mean fi tell me you a shy guy, shy guy
The song "Patra" by Navy tells the story of a woman who is interested in a man who is reserved and shy. The lyrics encourage the man to open up and reveal his true feelings, despite any doubts or insecurities he may have. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "shy guy" multiple times, emphasizes the theme of shyness that runs throughout the song. The woman expresses her desire to understand the man and his emotions, even though she acknowledges that it may be complicated. Ultimately, she wants him to give her a chance and "give [her] the ting," meaning the opportunity to explore a potential relationship.
The verses of the song include several references to Jamaican patois and culture, including the use of the phrase "rude boi" and the mention of "dusting out all ah de mandem," which means ignoring other men who may be interested in her. The lyrics also touch on ideas of confidence and self-assurance, as the woman describes the man's appearance as dripping with confidence "from your top to your shoe."
Overall, "Patra" is a catchy and upbeat song that blends elements of dancehall and pop music. It explores themes of romance, attraction, and self-confidence, while also highlighting aspects of Jamaican culture and language.
Line by Line Meaning
Shy guy, ghy guy
Addressing a person as a shy guy
Shy guy, shy guy
Reiterating the fact that the person is shy
Beat it out
Eliminate the obstacles
Seek it out
Find the desired outcome
Squeeze it out
Put in the necessary effort
New tune, we ah wheel it out
Introducing a new idea with enthusiasm
Get rid of doubt
Eliminate the uncertainty
Hesitation, haffi wash it out
Overcome the hesitation
Fill me out
Make me complete
Dial up my number and I ring it out
Call me and let's communicate
'Cause I wanna know what you mean, shy guy
Expressing the desire to understand the behavior of the shy person
I know that it's complicated, shy guy
Acknowledging the complexity of the shy person's behavior
Now I do not mean to be mean, but I
Clarifying that there is no intention to offend
But me, why you give me the ting? Gimme the ting?
Asking why the shy person is attracted to the singer and if they can have a chance
Rude boi, move me like a badman and you know
Addressing the many qualities the shy person has that the singer is attracted to
Say what? Gimme all of the tension in the steady movement
Asking the shy person to reveal themselves without holding back
Call you mean fi tell me you a shy guy, shy guy
Questioning why the shy person would conceal their true self
When you look the way you do confidence a drip from your top to your shoe
Complimenting the shy person as they exude confidence despite their shyness
Dust out all ah de mandem cah mi only want you
Asserting that the singer only wants the attention of the shy person
Mi seh leave it out
Encouraging the shy person to abandon their internal struggles
That struggle you fi live without
Suggesting that the shy person can eliminate their struggle
Screen it out
Filter out the negative thoughts
Black, lock-up and I seel it out, yeah
Blocking out destructive forces
Got me sit it out
Compelling the person to wait patiently
Careful the type will run you 'round, yeah
Cautiously approaching the situation
Directional run about
Navigating through obstacles
Better you fi ready 'fore you done it out
Be prepared before making a move
Writer(s): Melinda ‘navy’ Ulysses, Navy
Contributed by Anthony S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.