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.
MAMA
Christopher Martin Lyrics
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Where would I be lord
Where would I be
Where would I be without my mama
Mummy mi love you there is nothing mi put above you
No house nor no girl, nor no car
Stand firm in a mi life nothing no budge you
Mummy you a mi princess, mummy you a mi dan
First lady in a mi life an girl haffi understand
Special dedication to the middle man
From yo love you mama meck mi si yo hand
So buss a blank fi yo mama
Lighter fi yo mama
Selector you better pull up da one yah fi yo mama
Proud a yo mama, sing loud fi yo mama
And meck shi know you happy she bring you come yah
From yo heart help mi sing this one
From yo love yo mama like this man
There is no one like my mama no
Mama never had it easy at times
That is why sometimes shi cry
Many days I dont know how we survive
She seh no rate will divide
We held on cause a mama teachings
And in the scripture shi better believe in
Real thing if a never mama I wouldn't be living
So buss a blank fi yo mama
Lighter fi yo mama
Selector you better pull up da one yah fi yo mama
Proud a yo mama, sing loud fi yo mama
And meck shi know you happy she bring you come yah
From yo heart help mi sing this one
From yo love yo mama like this man
There is no one like my mama no
Hey yow a fi mi mama this
Yes a fi mi mama this
You wi get mi first an mi last yes all a this
A fi mi mama this
Yes a fi mi mama this
Anything yo want you a get this a mi promise
So anything yo want anything at all
Anything you need mama no fraid fi call
A this yo get yo son far
So buss a blank fi yo mama
Lighter fi yo mama
Selector you better pull up da one yah fi yo mama
Proud a yo mama, sing loud fi yo mama
And meck shi know you happy she bring you come yah
From yo heart help mi sing this one
From yo love yo mama like this man
There is no one like my mama no
The song "MAMA" by Christopher Martin is a heartfelt tribute to his mother. The first verse expresses gratitude towards his mother for always being there for him and for never letting anything come between them. Martin acknowledges that his mother has been a constant source of support throughout his life, and he wonders where he would be without her. He then goes on to describe the special bond he has with his mother, calling her his princess and his dan. He also mentions the middle man, possibly referring to his father, and dedicates the song to him too.
The second verse talks about the challenges that Martin and his mother have faced together. He admits that it hasn't always been easy for his mother, and there were times when she cried. However, they held onto his mother's teachings and her belief in the scriptures to get through those difficult times. Martin again emphasizes the importance of his mother in his life, acknowledging that he wouldn't be where he is today without her.
Overall, "MAMA" is a touching tribute to the love and sacrifices of a mother. It reminds us of the invaluable role that mothers play in our lives and how much they deserve to be appreciated and celebrated.
Line by Line Meaning
Fi mi mama
For my mother
Where would I be lord
I wonder where I would be without my mother
Where would I be
I don't know where I would be
Where would I be without my mama
My mother is so important to me
Mummy mi love you there is nothing mi put above you
Mom, I love you and nothing comes before you in my life
No house nor no girl, nor no car
I don't prioritize any material possessions over you
Stand firm in a mi life nothing no budge you
You are an unmovable force in my life
From mi born mi an you a spar
We've been close since the day I was born
Mummy you a mi princess, mummy you a mi dan
Mom, you're my queen and my champion
First lady in a mi life an girl haffi understand
You're the most important woman in my life and any girl I date should know that
Special dedication to the middle man
This song is dedicated to all the mothers out there
From yo love you mama meck mi si yo hand
I can see your love for me in everything you do
So buss a blank fi yo mama
Give a blank shot in honor of your mother
Lighter fi yo mama
Light a lighter to show your love for your mother
Selector you better pull up da one yah fi yo mama
DJ, play this song for all the mothers out there
Proud a yo mama, sing loud fi yo mama
Be proud of your mother and sing this song loud
And meck shi know you happy she bring you come yah
Let her know that you're happy she raised you and brought you here
From yo heart help mi sing this one
Sing this song with all your heart
From yo love yo mama like this man
Love your mother as much as I do
There is no one like my mama no
My mother is one of a kind
Mama never had it easy at times
My mother has faced challenges in life
That is why sometimes shi cry
That's why she sometimes cries
Many days I dont know how we survive
There were times where I don't know how we made it through
She seh no rate will divide
She said that nothing can tear us apart
We held on cause a mama teachings
We persevered because of my mother's teachings
And in the scripture shi better believe in
My mother believes in the teachings of the Bible
Real thing if a never mama I wouldn't be living
I owe my life to my mother
Hey yow a fi mi mama this
This is for my mother
Yes a fi mi mama this
Definitely for my mother
You wi get mi first an mi last yes all a this
You always come first in my life
Anything yo want you a get this a mi promise
Anything you want, I promise to get it for you
So anything yo want anything at all
Whatever you want, I'll get it for you
Anything you need mama no fraid fi call
If you ever need anything, don't hesitate to call me
A this yo get yo son far
It's because of you that I've made it this far in life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WAYNE PARKINSON, WYCLIFFE JOHNSON, CLEVELAND CONSTANTINE BROWNE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ImmortalOB
I will leave this comment here so that each time someone likes it, i will come back to sample this amazing fine piece of art "Mama, i love my mum Nancy Indusa
@James-zg2vy
Where would we all be without our beautiful mamas! Mother's are wonderful people. Thank you to all the mother's. We remember and appreciate you this mother's day. God bless you y'all
@Cyshy_Raee
The type of song to honor all moms in the world... Happy mother's day
@tamarabailey5536
Wish I had my mom rite she left m 25years ago
@garrethwilliams1586
True true
@orasija5462
Nice music UP thanks you ❤❤✊✊🤙🙏
@kashwekachinyemba1337
I love it
@fredcarter06
Thank you so much for this massage
@RebeccaMwale-th4nr
Lost my mom in 2021 got pregnant in 2022 I really wish she was here me motherhood ain't easy big ups to all mothers we lost I miss u Lucy 💔 😢
@didoniwa4206
I just miss you mom....As each day passes, not much changes ...I still miss you and everything about you.