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.
MAESTRO
Beenie Man Lyrics
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I have the doctorate for all things
It's just another one please
Opera
Mi nuh want nuh idle jubbie
Fi come hackle my body
The gal dem all a run mi dung
The gal dem all a hunt mi dung
The gal dem all a draw mi dung
Through dem waan suck out mi tongue
Dem say jump spred out, jump spread out
Gal jump spread out and wine
[Chorus]
A mi sey gal yuh a di wife
Man a treat yuh right
Han up inna di air
yuh naw mek no fiiight
Yuh a di wife, man a treat yuh right
hand up inna di air yuh naw mek no fight
But mi sey, gal from yuh wine Paul
Man lone yuh bad,
Man dem out a road dem see yuh body all a mad
Gal yuh know yuh cute
Yes dat a di truth
Man dem out a road, dem waan fi pick yuh like fruit
Gal yuh body bright
Dim all mi light
But mi naw go lef yuh cause yuh have di slam right
Wifey haffi vex
Cause mi gal a pest
As Mawga as mi be, a mi di gal dem a request
[Chorus]
Well excuse mi boy
After di gal dem mi cry
Wiine Suzy Wiine
Wey dem a call vulgarity a exercise
Wiine Angie wiine
A di Jamaican gal dem yuh waan criticise
Wiine baby wiine
The more remarks them pass
The more yuh bun them eyes
When yuh wine Patsy wine
A whey mi say
Face an the shape an di body whey yuh have
Bare as yuh dare X rated an mad
All a gal a push up, tell a gal sey she hot
Three is a crowd an yuh naw carry no bag
Wifey batter try get rid of the luggage
Matey out a road tek you husband fi carriage
She all a use allum fi try encourage
One night with him yuh wife inna worries
Waaiit
Opera
[Chorus]
Mi nuh want nuh idle jubbie
Fi come hackle my body
I say
The gal dem all a run mi dung
The gal dem all a hunt mi dung
The gal dem all a draw mi dung
Through dem waan suck out mi tongue
Dem say jump spred out, jump spread out
Gal jump spread out and wine
[Chorus: x4]
Clap, clap,clap
The song "Maestro" by Beenie Man speaks of the artist's reputation as a master or "maestro" of music. In the first verse, he proclaims that he has a "doctorate for all things," insinuating his expertise in the arena of music. The chorus speaks of his devoted fanbase who consider him as their "wife," and he treats them right.
The second verse is more focused on his relationships with women. He mentions that he doesn't want any idle women coming to bother him for sex. He goes on to describe how women are always after him, and some women have even gone as far as sucking his tongue. In the bridge, he speaks about his love for wine and how Jamaican women are the best dancers.
Overall, the song is an ode to Beenie Man's success in music and his appeal to women. The song is also an affirmation of his prowess as a music icon and shows his dedication and loyalty to his fans.
Line by Line Meaning
Well this is the Maestro
I am the master in this field
I have the doctorate for all things
I have extensive knowledge and experience in everything related to my profession
It's just another one please
This is just another one of my performances
Mi nuh want nuh idle jubbie
I don't want any lazy people bothering me
Fi come hackle my body
Trying to touch or annoy me physically
I say
The gal dem all a run mi dung
All the girls are after me
The gal dem all a hunt mi dung
The girls are pursuing me relentlessly
The gal dem all a draw mi dung
The girls are trying to get close to me
Through dem waan suck out mi tongue
Because they want to kiss me passionately
Dem say jump spred out, jump spread out
They ask me to jump and spread out my legs
Gal jump spread out and wine
So I jump and spread out my legs, while the girls dance provocatively around me
[Chorus]
A mi sey gal yuh a di wife
You are the one I choose to be with
Man a treat yuh right
I treat you well
Han up inna di air
Raise your hands up in the air
yuh naw mek no fiiight
You won't engage in any fights
But mi sey, gal from yuh wine Paul
But if you dance provocatively with another man
Man lone yuh bad,
I will become jealous and feel betrayed
Man dem out a road dem see yuh body all a mad
Other men on the street are constantly admiring your beauty and curves
Gal yuh know yuh cute
You are aware of your attractiveness
Yes dat a di truth
You know it's true
Man dem out a road, dem waan fi pick yuh like fruit
Men are constantly trying to pick you up like a ripe fruit
Gal yuh body bright
Your body shines and stands out
Dim all mi light
Even though I am a famous musician, your beauty and charm surpass mine
But mi naw go lef yuh cause yuh have di slam right
But I won't leave you because you are the perfect match for me
Wifey haffi vex
My wife gets angry
Cause mi gal a pest
Because I am constantly surrounded by women who want me
As Mawga as mi be, a mi di gal dem a request
Despite my skinny appearance, women are still interested in me
[Chorus]
Well excuse mi boy
Excuse me, my friend
After di gal dem mi cry
I cry for the women who dance provocatively with me
Wiine Suzy Wiine
Suzy, please dance for me
Wey dem a call vulgarity a exercise
Despite people's criticism of provocative dancing, I still believe it to be a form of exercise
Wiine Angie wiine
Angie, come and dance for me too
A di Jamaican gal dem yuh waan criticise
You should not criticize Jamaican women who dance provocatively
Wiine baby wiine
And lastly, baby girl, please dance for me
The more remarks them pass
Despite people's judgemental comments about my profession
The more yuh bun them eyes
I ignore them and keep dancing
When yuh wine Patsy wine
When you dance provocatively, Paula, please dance for me
A whey mi say
Face an the shape an di body whey yuh have
Your face, figure, and body are incredible
Bare as yuh dare X rated an mad
You are fearless and unapologetically sexy, even if it's considered X-rated and crazy
All a gal a push up, tell a gal sey she hot
All the other girls are trying to compete with you and prove they are also attractive
Three is a crowd an yuh naw carry no bag
I only want to be with you, I am not interested in dating multiple women at once
Wifey batter try get rid of the luggage
My wife is trying to get rid of you, but she cannot
Matey out a road tek you husband fi carriage
Your rivals are trying to steal me away from you
She all a use allum fi try encourage
She is trying to use spells and tricks to keep me away from you
One night with him yuh wife inna worries
If you have sex with me, your wife will become very worried and jealous
Waaiit
Wait a minute
[Chorus]
Mi nuh want nuh idle jubbie
I don't want any lazy people bothering me
Fi come hackle my body
Trying to touch or annoy me physically
I say
The gal dem all a run mi dung
All the girls are after me
The gal dem all a hunt mi dung
The girls are pursuing me relentlessly
The gal dem all a draw mi dung
The girls are trying to get close to me
Through dem waan suck out mi tongue
Because they want to kiss me passionately
Dem say jump spred out, jump spread out
They ask me to jump and spread out my legs
Gal jump spread out and wine
So I jump and spread out my legs, while the girls dance provocatively around me
[Chorus: x4]
Clap, clap,clap
Sound of applause from the audience
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MOSES ANTHONY DAVIS, GARY LEWIS JACKSON, STEPHEN JOHN MARSDEN, PATRICK ROBERTS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
WallyDolly81
One of my Favs from the King of the Dancehall! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Raphaelmunyar Chimbandi
2020 still listening to this madd tune🔊
Monika Anjelica Brown
2023
Shane Wills
Forever and always the King of the Dance Hall
FIRE Storm
this song still sound new. big song
Nella Ella MG
I had to research it by saying....beenie man singing opra..😂🤣😅😘😘...luv dis song!! In luv with 90's music...!!!
Rasheedah Keshwah
Lol
hIghVIBRATE
Childhood favorite ❤
Andre Mccalla
Wicked tune!
Alieem Green
One of my favorite beenie