He was booed off stage at a show celebrating the visit of Nelson Mandela. In 1993 at the very popular show Sting he accused fellow deejay Bounty Killer that the elder artist had stolen his catchphrase, "people dead". This triggered a lyrical battle which continued on the air with each artist counteracting the other's songs. Finally, in 1995, Beenie Man and Bounty Killer settled their differences on the air by actually signing a peace treaty and the two recorded an album together, Guns Out. This was followed by a single, "No Mama No Cry", a rehash of the Bob Marley classic "No Woman No Cry", speaking out against violence and inspired by the murder of Pan Head, another popular Deejay.
Partially as a result of prodding from his producers, Sly and Robbie, Beenie Man soon converted to the Rastafari movement.
In 1994, he was signed by Island Records and released the critically acclaimed album Blessed.
In 1995, Beenie Man released a remix of Barrington Levy's "Under Mi Sensi" in the United Kingdom, and collaborated with Dennis Brown and Triston Palma to release Three Against War and Lt. Stitchie on Mad Cobra Meets Lt. Stitchie & Beenie Man. He took another step up the ladder in 1996, releasing the seminal Maestro, produced by Patrick Roberts and shot him to UK fame. During the period from the mid to late '90s, Beenie Man dominated the Jamaican charts to the extent that he perhaps had a good claim to the crown of "Dancehall King", a title only bestowed previously on Yellowman in the early 1980s.
In 1998, Beenie Man signed to Virgin Records to release albums in the United States. His first American offering was The Doctor (1998). In 2000, Beenie Man teamed up with Arturo Sandoval and Wyclef Jean (The Fugees) to release The Art & Life. During the late 1990s, Beenie Man began his conquest of America with the hits, "Romie", "Who Am I" and "Girls Dem Sugar", which featured American R&B singer, Mya.
In 2002, he had a sizeable hit with a duet with Janet Jackson called "Feel It Boy", but his biggest break in America came in early 2004 with the release of a remix of "Dude", featuring guest vocals by fellow Jamaican Ms. Thing, as well as rhymes by Shawnna.
Body Good Like Gold
Beenie Man Lyrics
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Yeah
Good body girl ...come on this
Dance up inna girl whine up inna this
Atti atti girl up innna this
Listen this, ay!
Ya body good like gold
Rubies diamond emerald
You whine it all the general
Let me tell you this
Ya body good like gold
Rubies diamond emerald
Ya body never keep a finger on
You whine it all the general
Just whine my girl!
Know this me on a pop card
Big a card
Me ready for your papa
Put on your... and tell me
The bite start all
Watch the cana tight
All that attention
You ready for me come on
Most direct tell you one de one
This kinda blue light wanna this tougha
Going off the plows
Ya body blessed like di a God bomb
Make it love December, you keep me warm
...sing it a na na
Ya make me good like stand
Ya body good like gold
Rubies diamond emerald
Ya body never keep a finger on
You whine it all the general
Let me tell you this
Ya body good like gold
Rubies diamond emerald
Ya body never keep a finger on
You whine it all the general
Just whine my girl!
Dong dong nigger dong
Straight to papi
Chill up the wealthy
Will hide my shame
The dance keep a mi be mister pi
Me wall down to a rasta
Me ...
Divas moguls dancers queens
Ive never see come see it
Hold in a dream
Only got a... put it on my it
Let me take it no extreme
Someone tell the go go girl
For whine call in
Gal a love gal a love
Now now call in
All off gall in call in
Im gonna tell you dance
Ya body good like gold
Rubies diamond emerald
Ya body never keep a finger on
You whine it all the general
Let me tell you this
Ya body good like gold
Rubies diamond emerald
Ya body never keep a finger on
You whine it all the general
Just whine my girl!
Good body girl ...come on this
Dance up inna girl whine up inna this
Atti atti girl up innna this
Good body girl ...come on this
Dance up inna girl whine up inna this
Atti atti girl up innna this
Listen this ay!
In Beenie Man's song "Body Good Like Gold," the artist is praising a woman's physical features, specifically her body. He compares her body to valuable materials like gold, rubies, diamond, and emerald. Beenie Man is urging the woman to dance and show off her body, which he describes as being flawless and never leaving him wanting more. The use of Jamaican patois adds a unique flavor to the lyrics and creates a sense of cultural authenticity.
The artist's lyrics are also filled with innuendos, which may suggest that he is not just admiring the woman's physical features but also desires her sexually. Phrases like "I'm ready for your papa," "watch the cana tight," and "dong dong nigger dong" (likely referring to a sexual act) all add to this interpretation. However, the overall tone of the song remains playful and celebratory, with the woman being the center of attention.
Line by Line Meaning
Good body girl ...come on this
Calling out to a woman who has a good figure to come and dance with him
Dance up inna girl whine up inna this
Inviting the woman to dance close and move her body sensually
Atti atti girl up innna this
Complimenting the woman for being attractive and emphasizing the invitation to dance together
Listen this, ay!
Attention-grabbing phrase to get the listener to pay attention to what he's about to say
Ya body good like gold
The woman's body is as valuable and precious as gold
Rubies diamond emerald
Her body is so beautiful that it can be compared to precious stones like rubies, diamonds, and emeralds
Ya body never keep a finger on
The woman's body is so perfect that there is no flaw or blemish to be found
You whine it all the general
The woman's dancing moves are so skillful and seductive that they captivate everyone's attention
Just whine my girl!
Encouraging the woman to continue dancing and showing off her moves
Know this me on a pop card
Confidently stating that he's prepared to impress the woman and sweep her off her feet
Big a card
Emphasizing his importance and influence, which he believes will attract the woman
Me ready for your papa
Offering to take care of the woman, possibly alluding to becoming her boyfriend or husband
Put on your... and tell me
Asking the woman to wear her best clothes and show him her true self
The bite start all
Suggesting that he's ready to begin courting her and making his intentions clear
Watch the cana tight
Advising the woman to be careful and cautious in her interactions with him
All that attention
Acknowledging that people are watching and talking about their potential relationship
You ready for me come on
Asking the woman if she's ready to take their relationship to the next level
Most direct tell you one de one
Asserting that he's being honest and straightforward about his feelings for her
This kinda blue light wanna this tougha
Using figurative language to describe his desire and attraction towards her
Going off the plows
Showing his wild and spontaneous side, which he believes can be exciting for her
Ya body blessed like di a God bomb
Expressing his admiration and respect for her body, which he sees as a gift from God
Make it love December, you keep me warm
Comparing their relationship to the warmth and comfort of December, which is known for its festive and romantic atmosphere
...sing it a na na
Adding a playful and catchy phrase to the song to make it more enjoyable for listeners
Ya make me good like stand
The woman makes him feel confident and strong just by being around her
Dong dong nigger dong
Nonsensical phrase that doesn't add much to the song's meaning but creates a catchy rhythm
Straight to papi
Reaffirming his status as a desirable and attractive man that women are drawn to
Chill up the wealthy
Imagery of being surrounded by luxury items and expensive tastes, which he thinks will impress the woman
Will hide my shame
Possibly alluding to his past mistakes and imperfections that he wants to keep hidden from the woman
The dance keep a mi be mister pi
Acknowledging the importance of dancing and music in his life, which he believes can be a way to connect with the woman
Me wall down to a rasta
Showing his willingness to break down barriers and stereotypes, possibly indicating a desire for more diversity and inclusivity in society
Me ...
Incomplete sentence that doesn't add much to the song's meaning but creates a rhyming pattern
Divas moguls dancers queens
Listing different types of women he admires and respects, possibly suggesting that he doesn't have a specific type or preference
Ive never see come see it
Expressing surprise at the woman's beauty and uniqueness, which he hasn't witnessed before
Hold in a dream
Imagining a future together with the woman, which he sees as a desirable and fulfilling outcome
Only got a... put it on my it
Incomplete sentence that doesn't add much to the song's meaning but creates a rhyming pattern
Let me take it no extreme
Asking the woman to trust him and take a risk, without going too far or getting too serious too quickly
Someone tell the go go girl
Possibly referring to a specific woman who he thinks would be a perfect match for him
For whine call in
Asking the woman to dance and move her body in a seductive and sensual way
Gal a love gal a love
Describing the feeling of mutual attraction and affection between him and the woman
Now now call in
Urging the woman to come closer and show him more of her dancing skills
All off gall in call in
Inviting all women to come and dance with him, not just the one he's interested in
Im gonna tell you dance
Asserting that he's good at dancing and can impress any woman on the dance floor
Contributed by Anna N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.