With a slate of singles permeating radio and the Jamaican music charts including Giving It and Jamaican Girls, Christopher created history when he became the first Digicel Rising Stars alumni to score a hit single on any chart in Jamaica.
‘It has been a wonderful journey so far, filled with new and promising encounters. It is also challenging but I love what I am doing, so it makes that much easier’, Christopher remarked when asked about the journey from being an unknown to a popular personality.
Christopher’s growth as an artiste and an individual ever since he shot onto the scene in 2005 is quite evident. His vocal chops have improved drastically, he is now under the guidance of the Big Yard label which is one of the most prolific musical entities in Jamaica, and he has gained a lot of respect from his peers.
‘I’ve grown tremendously and I am more confident in my performance. My voice also seems more richer and I know exactly what it is I am capable of. I think I have gained the respect from others, due to the amount of work that I have been putting in’, said Martin.
Martin was born on Valentine’s Day in 1987 to parents Cleveland and Maxine Martin. He attended the Watermount All-Age School and later the St. Jago High School. It was during his high school years that his love for the dramatic arts and sports developed. He participated in various sporting activities including football and he even participated in the School’s Drama Festival where he was awarded the best actor award in 2003. That same year he was named Mr. St. Jago High and he also earned the sectional prize for Most Talented.
Additionally, Martin has won numerous awards for singing, throughout his high school years. In 2005, he was awarded the Gold Medal in the Jamaica National Skills competition in singing.
Christopher graduated from St. Jago High school in 2003. After winning the Digicel Rising Stars competition, Martin participated in Digicel’s Christmas promotions in 2005. His debut single Love is all We Need formed part of the promotional campaign.
Martin’s subsequent releases included Conscience, Christmas in Jamdown featuring the Katalys Crew, My Love for You, Take My Wings, Tonight, Giving It, and Jamaican Girls. He has worked with a number of top producers in the reggae/dancehall arena including Robert Livingston (Big Yard), Arif Cooper, Shane Brown and Christopher Birch.
He has performed on a number of stage shows, events, functions and entertainment events across Jamaica and even overseas. One of his major accomplishments in 2006 was signing a contract with Blue Cross of Jamaica. He will make appearances on the behalf of the company until June 2006. Martin’s parents have been the source of his motivation to pursue his musical ambitions. ‘My parents and my peers at school really motivated me. They always said that I would be a star’, he said. He said his main objective is to bring the music and his interpretation of the music to farther heights. ‘I want every household across the world to know and love my music and where I come from’, Martin added.
Martin is presently studying Business Management and Accounting at the University of Technology (UTECH) in Jamaica. His lifelong goal is to become an entrepreneur.
Martin lists singing, reading, socializing and baking among his hobbies. His website which can be seen by logging on to www.chrismartin.com.jm is up and running. His fans can interact with him via that medium. Very soon, a fan club will be officially launched where fans can get closer to him.
Little Green Apples
Christopher Martin Lyrics
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With my hair down in my eyes and she says "Hi"
And I stumble to the breakfast table
While the kids are goin' off to school - goodbye
She reaches out and takes my hand
Kisses it and says "How ya feelin', hon?"
And I look across at smilin' lips
That warm my heart and see my mornin' sun
And if that's not lovin' me
Then all I've got to say
God didn't make the little green apples
And it don't rain in Indianapolis in the summertime
There's no such thing as Doctor Seuss
Disneyland and Mother Goose, and no nursery rhyme
Jah didn't make the little green apples
And it don't rain in Indianapolis in the summertime
And when my self is feelin' low
I think about her face aglow and ease my mind
Sometimes I call her up at home knowin' she's busy
And ask her if she could get away and meet me
And maybe we could grab a bite to eat, yes
She drops what she's doin' and she hurries down to meet me
And I'm always late
She sits waitin' patiently and smiles when she first sees me
'Cause she's made that way
Well, if that not lovin' me
Then all I've got to say
God didn't make the little green apples
And it don't snow in Indianapolis in the winter time
There's no such thing as Doctor Seuss
Disneyland and Mother Goose, and no nursery rhyme
Jah didn't make the little green apples
And it don't rain in Indianapolis in the summertime
And when my life is feelin' low
I think about her face aglow and ease my mind
The lyrics of Christopher Martin's song "Little Green Apples" tell the story of a deep and affectionate love between two individuals. The singer wakes up in the morning with his hair in his eyes, and his partner greets him with a warm "Hi." As he goes to the breakfast table, he sees his children off to school. His partner reaches out, takes his hand, and kisses it, showing her care and concern for his well-being. The sight of her smiling lips warms his heart and brings light to his day.
The chorus, "God didn't make the little green apples, and it don't rain in Indianapolis in the summertime," serves as a metaphorical expression of the profound and unconventional love they share. The references to Doctor Seuss, Disneyland, Mother Goose, and nursery rhymes emphasize that their love defies societal expectations and norms. Despite the challenges or doubts that may exist, their relationship remains strong.
The second verse describes the singer calling his busy partner, asking if she can make time to meet him for a meal. Despite her busy schedule, she kindly drops everything and hurries to meet him. The singer acknowledges his perpetually tardy nature, noting that she patiently waits and smiles when she sees him. This suggests that she understands him deeply and loves him unconditionally for who he is.
Overall, "Little Green Apples" celebrates a love that is unique and defies limitations or societal expectations. It portrays a relationship characterized by affection, understanding, and unwavering support.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, I wake up in the mornin'
Every morning, I open my eyes
With my hair down in my eyes and she says "Hi"
My hair covers my eyes and she greets me
And I stumble to the breakfast table
I clumsily make my way to the table for breakfast
While the kids are goin' off to school - goodbye
The children are leaving for school and we say goodbye
She reaches out and takes my hand
She extends her hand to hold mine
Kisses it and says "How ya feelin', hon?"
She kisses my hand and asks how I'm feeling, lovingly
And I look across at smilin' lips
I gaze at her smiling lips
That warm my heart and see my mornin' sun
Her lips bring warmth to my heart, like the morning sun
And if that's not lovin' me
If that is not her way of showing love to me
Then all I've got to say
Then all I have to express is
God didn't make the little green apples
The concept of little green apples wasn't created by God
And it don't rain in Indianapolis in the summertime
It doesn't rain in Indianapolis during the summer season
There's no such thing as Doctor Seuss
The existence of Doctor Seuss is not real
Disneyland and Mother Goose, and no nursery rhyme
Disneyland, Mother Goose, and nursery rhymes do not exist
Jah didn't make the little green apples
Jah (God) did not create the little green apples
And it don't rain in Indianapolis in the summertime
It doesn't rain in Indianapolis during the summer season
And when my self is feelin' low
When I'm feeling down about myself
I think about her face aglow and ease my mind
I think about her radiant face and find comfort
Sometimes I call her up at home knowin' she's busy
Occasionally, I call her at home even though she's occupied
And ask her if she could get away and meet me
I inquire if she can take a break and meet me
And maybe we could grab a bite to eat, yes
Perhaps we could have a meal together
She drops what she's doin' and she hurries down to meet me
She immediately stops what she's doing and rushes to meet me
And I'm always late
I am consistently tardy
She sits waitin' patiently and smiles when she first sees me
She calmly waits for me and smiles upon our first encounter
'Cause she's made that way
That's just how she is, naturally
Well, if that not lovin' me
Well, if that is not her way of loving me
Then all I've got to say
Then all I have to express is
God didn't make the little green apples
The concept of little green apples wasn't created by God
And it don't snow in Indianapolis in the winter time
It doesn't snow in Indianapolis during the winter season
There's no such thing as Doctor Seuss
The existence of Doctor Seuss is not real
Disneyland and Mother Goose, and no nursery rhyme
Disneyland, Mother Goose, and nursery rhymes do not exist
Jah didn't make the little green apples
Jah (God) did not create the little green apples
And it don't rain in Indianapolis in the summertime
It doesn't rain in Indianapolis during the summer season
And when my life is feelin' low
When I'm feeling down about life
I think about her face aglow and ease my mind
I think about her radiant face and find comfort
Writer(s): Jeremy Harding, Christopher Martin
Contributed by Alex D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@rosemarietracey150
Absolutely beautiful Chris, love it!! 👏👏 D. Brown would approve👏👏👍love how you caress the lyrics....nice!!
One of my Favourite from you
@WifredoAyala-qk4yi
Great tune i still listening to it today never get tired of it
@evertonthomas5432
Chris is up on the top shelf with this one.
@awilliams4755
Finally our artist are covering and sampling our own reggae and dancehall legends, we need more of the good jamaica have for us. Great job Chris
@its_eboni
I love it!!!!!! You need to listen Romain Virgo's cover version of Caress Me Girl. Otherworldly, I tell you.
@marvinwhyte569
Chris Martin did a MasterClass with this Dennis Brown, this the perfect way to honor a great legend the Prince of reggae.
@crashdummy5902
I hope you all know that this was not a DENNIS Brown original.. I would give credit to the original song writer he did wonders when he wrote this song..
@crashdummy5902
Don't get me wrong now guys. This a VERY BEAUTIFUL COVER of the original
@malotonyirenda9930
@@crashdummy5902 but this song was done exactly as Dennis brown sung it, it is reggae, yet the original singer didnt sing it as reggae, get facts correct!!!
@errollyle4723
@@crashdummy5902 ORIGINAL WRITER WAS BOBBY RUSSELL FIRST SANG BY ROGER MILLER IN 1968