Alkaline is an artist with high influence among the youth in the Dancehall realm.
He is known for his elusive character and aggressive hip-hop influenced style in his music which artistically captures the core of the genres past whilst embodying the diversity of Modern Dancehall.
Bartley began recording at the age of 16, and using the stage name Alkaline. He became popular in Jamaica in 2013 with a series of singles like "123", "High Suh", "Bruk Out", "Things Mi Love" and "Live Life". His live shows have sometimes been controversial, in February 2016 an object was thrown at him with a bottle while on stage in St. Lucia, responding by throwing the bottle back at the offender.
Ocean Wave
Alkaline Lyrics
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Yuh nuh see seh we a create waves like the ocean yea
When yuh deh a bed and yuh so loud explosion
Ah we mek the commotion dem
Dey ain't even dance but dem watch we every motion
Thief all we slogan dem
We dweet first cuz dem soft like lotion
Unnuh neva see a force so
Neva see a force so strong
Neva did I fi rely pon people fi mek my moves
A never suh mi grow
And yuh nuh say me hype and yuh probably right
But if yuh nave nuh pride a guess anything goes
Mi a live mi life, tell 'em mi have mi own
A used to be that likely kid now I am the grown
Up think mi life did so rough
Skinny nigga did have talent but neva have no luck
So bruk, mi fada get laid off nave nuh wuk
Did affi tun a man from deh so
Now mi life sweet like a doughnut
Yuh know me wouldn't change a thing? (Nuh)
True say ya fi lose a couple of times before yuh win (oh yeah)
A pop bottles, pop models
But mi stories have a happy ending like di novels
Yeah, inna castle am eating apples
I look pon out pon the sea
A show mi yute dem how we dweet
Create waves like the ocean, yeah (ocean waves)
When yuh deh a bed and yuh so loud explosion
A we mek the commotion dem
Dey ain't even dance but dem watch we every motion
Thief all we slogan dem
We dweet first cuz dem soft like lotion
Have waves like the ocean, yeah (ocean waves)
Unnuh neva see a force so
Neva see a force so strong
Neva see a force so
All over the world dem a wave mi banner
Funds ah come out and support mi honor
Badmind a wonder wah so special wid da man ya
Tidal waves yuh nuh safe unda the cabana
We a create big waves and a flood the whole place
If mi nuh mek it out show the kids mi face
Tell dem how mi stay and how mi stuck inna mi ways
Gwan like say dem nuh like we but dem rate we any ways
'Cause we create big waves like the ocean, yeah
When yuh deh a bed and yuh so loud explosion
A we mek the commotion dem
Dey ain't even dance but dem watch we every motion
Thief all we slogan dem
We dweet first cuz dem soft like lotion
Have waves like the ocean, yeah (ocean waves)
Unnuh neva see a force so
Neva see a force so strong
Mi neva see a force so
Neva see a force so strong
In the song Ocean Waves, by Alkaline, the artist speaks about how he has created a huge impact like the waves in the ocean, compared to others who have remained stagnant. He talks about how he has gotten to where he is through his own hard work and dedication, and not by relying on others. He emphasizes that the waves he is creating are so strong that nobody has ever seen anything like it before. He asserts that he and his team always make the first move, and others are just followers. He also addresses the haters and the bad-minded ones who underestimate him but still end up watching him intently. In the end, he states that he has never seen a force so strong, suggesting that he and his team are a force to be reckoned with.
Line by Line Meaning
Mi dog Jahvy produce da one ya, you zeet? (True Bastard music)
The song was produced by my friend Jahvy and it belongs to the True Bastard music genre.
Yuh nuh see seh we a create waves like the ocean yea
We are making a big impact and causing positive change just like the powerful and consistent waves of the ocean.
When yuh deh a bed and yuh so loud explosion
Even when people are asleep, our impact is so loud and undeniable that it feels like an explosion.
Ah we mek the commotion dem
We are the ones creating this movement and causing people to take notice.
Dey ain't even dance but dem watch we every motion
People are paying attention to us even if they're not fully involved, they're watching our every move.
Thief all we slogan dem
People are copying and stealing our catchphrases and slogans.
We dweet first cuz dem soft like lotion
We're always the ones taking the first step because others are too weak or not bold enough to do so.
Have waves like the ocean yea
Our movement is as strong and consistent as the waves in the ocean.
Unnuh neva see a force so
No one has ever seen a movement as powerful as ours before.
Neva did I fi rely pon people fi mek my moves
I never depended on anyone else to make my moves or decisions.
A never suh mi grow
That's just how I was raised.
And yuh nuh say me hype and yuh probably right
You might be right that I come across as arrogant or overconfident.
But if yuh nave nuh pride a guess anything goes
But if you don't have pride in yourself or your work, you might as well give up since anything can happen.
Mi a live mi life, tell 'em mi have mi own
I live my life on my own terms and I have my own way of doing things.
A used to be that likely kid now I am the grown
I used to be a promising youngster, but now I am grown up and established.
Up think mi life did so rough
Many people thought my life was very difficult and challenging.
Skinny nigga did have talent but neva have no luck
I was always talented, but I never had much luck on my side.
So bruk, mi fada get laid off nave nuh wuk
We were broke and struggling because my father was laid off and couldn't find a job.
Did affi tun a man from deh so
I had to become a man and fend for myself in those tough times.
Now mi life sweet like a doughnut
Now my life is enjoyable and comfortable.
Yuh know me wouldn't change a thing? (Nuh)
You know I wouldn't change anything if I could go back in time.
True say ya fi lose a couple of times before yuh win (oh yeah)
It's true that you need to experience some setbacks and failures before you can achieve success.
A pop bottles, pop models
I'm celebrating my success by partying with expensive champagne and dating beautiful models.
But mi stories have a happy ending like di novels
Despite the difficulties I faced, my story has a happy and successful ending, just like a novel.
Yeah, inna castle am eating apples
I am enjoying the luxuries of my success, living in a castle and eating apples.
I look pon out pon the sea
I gaze out at the ocean, taking in the beauty and power of nature.
A show mi yute dem how we dweet
I'm showing the younger generation how we do things and how we achieved success.
All over the world dem a wave mi banner
People all over the world are showing their support for me and my movement.
Funds ah come out and support mi honor
I am receiving financial support from sponsors and supporters who believe in my cause.
Badmind a wonder wah so special wid da man ya
Jealous people are questioning why I am so successful and what makes me different.
Tidal waves yuh nuh safe unda the cabana
The waves of my success are so strong that even people taking refuge under a cabana are not safe from it.
We a create big waves and a flood the whole place
We are creating a huge impact and influencing everyone and everything around us.
If mi nuh mek it out show the kids mi face
If I ever fail or face difficulties, I will still show up and be a role model to the younger generation.
Tell dem how mi stay and how mi stuck inna mi ways
I will tell them about how I stayed true to myself and my beliefs and how it helped me achieve success.
Gwan like say dem nuh like we but dem rate we any ways
Some people pretend not to like us, but they secretly admire and respect us anyway.
Neva see a force so strong
Once again, no one has ever seen a movement as powerful and strong as ours before.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Earlan Alistere Bartley, Jahvanie Morrison, Jahvel Jason Morrison
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chuck Starr
•No badword
•No nudity
•No violence
•No drug
Lets jus appreciate greatness 🖖🏾
Nathaniel Walker
frl
Demar.D__D0712
Real!!!
Laiel Robinson
@Tori thevisionary how would that makes sense tho 🥹
Deshauna Hines
@Dainty Daniel lmao
Leni Allan
Greatness
shaquan Thompson
This song motivated me to past six (6) subjects at CXC alkaline would always be my artist & he is the best👐👐👐
Since me ago Primary school me a listen to Alkaline & Alkaline was still going school now watch he make had impact in my life & I'm proud to say I is move antisocial bc of the world Alkaline expose & I would be glad to meet him in person💯💯
Neelam Bhaggan
Nah fr tho dawg
Ossie Depg5ğ
Aa
Neville Heath
Everlasting music 🏆🦅