Da'Ville enjoyed singing so much that he knew from an early age that music would be at the forefront of his career goals. "I once thought that I would become an accountant or a manager for a large corporation, but music influenced me so much that I felt a sense of satisfaction using it as a medium to express my life experiences. In the end, my music became my greatest influence, passion and joy."
After teaming up with the other members of what became known as ARP, they began creating quite a buzz for themselves within the Jamaican reggae dancehall space. Eventually, Da'Ville decided it was time to go solo. In 2001 he signed with Penthouse Records under the management of Donovan Germaine. Here he recorded hit singles such as: "Love Will Show Me the Way,"Cruzin,"My Ego," and "All My Life," which he recorded with then label mate, Marcia Griffiths. "All My Life," was nominated in the 2001 Reggae Soca Awards.
Since leaving Penthouse Records, Da'Ville has continued to create quite an impressive resume. He has recently released a hot new single titled "Can't get over you," on the Fashozy Records label which is catching everyone's attention. This song definitely has the potential to become a number one hit.
His resume includes other hit singles such as: "Gallis," "This is the Feeling," "Banana," "The one for me," and the latest chart topping hits: "Hey Baby," and "In Heaven." Da'Ville's versatility with music allows him to create cool lovers lyrics while still competing in the fast paced world of dancehall. Performing in front of thousands at the Sting Reggae Festival in 2003 and a year later at the Reggae Summer fest in his native Jamaica has seen him sharing stage with Sean Paul, Lady Saw and Bounty Killer.
Da'Ville has also toured parts of Japan and the U.S.A. He is a great singer with his own lover's lyrics and dancehall style that reaches across a broad musical audience. Da'Ville's unique style definitely commands and has converted a whole platoon of fans.
Aside from his vocal abilities, Da'Ville is a great songwriter, composer and producer. He has written most of his songs and has produced several of his singles on the NAP Musiq and Fashozy Record Labels. Da'Ville adds to his credits several music videos and special appearances in television commercials.
Give Thanks for What You've Got
Da'Ville Lyrics
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whao oo oo, yeah
i bet you don't even know, don't even know
whao oo oo, ooooh oo oo oh uummmmmmm
hear this.
Chrous:
do you really know
to have no food to eat.
yet you say
that your life is so hard
do you even know
what it is like
to have no where to sleep
you should give thanks
for what ever you got.
Verse 1:
You've got a house
You've got a car
You've got, Money in the bank.yes
your tunk is never on empty
but you never seem to give thanks.on know
I see father less children
with hungry faces.
dyin for something to eat
but you never yet leaf a finger
to help
tell me big man how you do it.
Chrous:
do you really know
what it is like
to have no food to eat. (i bet you don't even know)
yet you say
that your life is so hard
do you even know
what it is like
to have no where to sleep. (i bet you don't know)
you should give thanks
for what ever you got.
Verse2:
You get up everyday in a curse,
it's like you don't even know
what your life really worth.
You never thank the father the first
and a every little ting
wha happen, you a expect de worst
you believe in only
father tear,
don't even show luv to your own family,
tell me what kinna life you a leaving.
You only believe, takin and not giving
Bridge:
...give thanks for your blessin today cuz tomorrow day could be taken away
...give thanks for your blessin today cuz tomorrow day could be taken away
...give thanks for your blessin today cuz tomorrow day could be taken away
...give thanks for your blessin today cuz tomorrow day could be taken away
Chrous:
do you really know
what it is like
to have no food to eat. (You Don't really Know)
yet you say
that your life is so hard
do you even know
what it is like
to have no where to sleep
you should give thanks
for what ever you got
do you really know
what it is like
to have no food to eat.
yet you say
that your life is so hard
do you even know
what it is like
to have no where to sleep
you should give thanks
for what ever you got
what about the people who don't got nothing
what about the people who don't got nothing to leave for
you've got so much blessings
and all you do, and all you do.
The song "Give Thanks for What You've Got" by Da'Ville is a call to appreciate and be grateful for the good things in life. The singer addresses the listener, asking if they know what it's like to go without basic necessities like food and shelter. He contrasts this with the listener's own life, where they have a house, car, money, and never run out of fuel, yet fail to give thanks for these blessings. The singer draws attention to the plight of fatherless children with hungry faces who go unnoticed by those who are better off. The lyrics point out the need to be thankful for what one has and to extend help to those in need, thus making the world a better place.
In the first verse, the singer describes the listener's privileged life and their failure to acknowledge their blessings. He emphasizes the fact that the listener does not know what it's like to have no food to eat or nowhere to sleep, which makes it even more important to be grateful for what they have. In the second verse, the singer adds that the listener takes their life for granted and has a negative outlook. They don't show kindness to others, even their own family members, and are self-centered in their beliefs.
The bridge repeats the message that blessings can be taken away at any moment, and it's crucial to be thankful for them today. Finally, the chorus repeats the message of the song, urging the listener to appreciate what they have and help those in need.
Line by Line Meaning
whao oo oo, yeah
The song starts with a soulful and emotive expression that sets the tone of the song.
i bet you don't even know, don't even know
The artist reminds the listener that they might be unaware of the struggles and challenges that others face.
whao oo oo, ooooh oo oo oh uummmmmmm
The artist continues the emotive expression, creating a somber and introspective mood.
hear this.
The artist signals the start of the first verse.
do you really know
The artist questions the listener's knowledge and understanding of certain life experiences.
what it is like
The artist specifies the experience that the listener might not fully comprehend.
to have no food to eat.
The artist describes a dire experience of not having access to basic needs such as food.
yet you say
The artist points out a contradiction in the listener's perception of their life and circumstance.
that your life is so hard
The artist highlights that the listener might be complaining and focusing on their problems despite being better off than others.
do you even know
The artist repeats the previous question for emphasis, challenging the listener's perspective.
to have no where to sleep
The artist adds another example of a challenging experience, this time related to shelter and sleeping arrangements.
you should give thanks
The artist suggests an action that the listener should take.
for what ever you got.
The artist clarifies that the action is to appreciate what the listener has, no matter how much or how little.
You've got a house
The artist switches to describing the listener's possessions, which many others might not have.
You've got a car
The artist continues listing the listener's material possessions that others might see as privileges.
You've got, Money in the bank.yes
The artist adds another item to the list that indicates the listener's financial stability.
your tunk is never on empty
The artist highlights another material privilege that most people with cars might not have.
but you never seem to give thanks.on know
The artist contrasts the previous items with the listener's lack of gratitude.
I see father less children
The artist describes a sad reality of children missing one or both parents.
with hungry faces.
The artist adds another layer of hardship to the already challenging experience of not having a father.
dyin for something to eat
The artist emphasizes the dire situation that these children are facing, with a simple yet fundamental need.
but you never yet leaf a finger
The artist implies that the listener is not doing enough to help such people.
to help
The artist clarifies what the listener could do to help.
tell me big man how you do it.
The artist challenges the listener's self-image and status as a 'big man' when they are not utilizing their blessings to help others.
do you really know
The artist starts the second chorus, repeating the same question from the first chorus.
You Don't really Know
The artist adds emphasis to the previous line, calling out the listener's lack of knowledge and experience.
you believe in only
The artist starts the second verse with a critical observation of the listener's beliefs and values.
father tear,
The artist characterizes the listener's belief system as one that centers around fear and punishment from a higher power.
don't even show luv to your own family,
The artist points out a contradiction in the listener's behavior, suggesting that they are not even living up to basic values like love for one's family.
tell me what kinna life you a leaving.
The artist asks a rhetorical question that highlights the listener's seemingly unfulfilling and counterproductive lifestyle.
...give thanks for your blessin today cuz tomorrow day could be taken away
The artist starts the bridge, repeating a reminder that blessings should be appreciated since they might not last forever.
...give thanks for your blessin today cuz tomorrow day could be taken away
The artist repeats the previous line for emphasis.
...give thanks for your blessin today cuz tomorrow day could be taken away
The artist continues the repetition to drive home the message of gratitude and appreciation.
...give thanks for your blessin today cuz tomorrow day could be taken away
The artist concludes the bridge with another reminder of the theme of the song.
what about the people who don't got nothing
The artist poses a question that challenges the listener's empathy and awareness of others' struggles.
what about the people who don't got nothing to leave for
The artist adds another layer of hardship to the people's situation, emphasizing that they might not have a legacy or something to leave behind.
you've got so much blessings
The artist reminds the listener of their privileges and how much they have compared to others.
and all you do, and all you do.
The artist continues the previous line as a setup for the final line.
The song ends here, implying that the listener is not doing enough to appreciate and utilize their blessings to help others.
Writer(s): Orville Thomas, Arif Cooper, Cooper
Contributed by Nora B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Robert Simba
Real music ....much love from Kenya 🇰🇪 2020
Da'Ville
🙏🏾❤️
OohlalaHolly
I LOVE this song!!! A favorite for sure, touches the soul!!!
Thomas Wambua
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Luis Martinez
I love this song
Dec Kay
What a TUNE!!! Western society needs to listen to this tune, as stressful as it may seem at times the reality of it is we have it soooo easy in the developed world, when we stress about not having what our next door neighbour has across the other side of the world there are children dying every day because of the lack of all the things that we DO have that we also take for granted!
REASONING ON A HIGHER LEVEL WITH CULOTTA M.
YESSSSSSSS DA VILLE ALWAYS ON MY PLAY LIST - KEEPS ME LEVEL - BLAZING - WHERE YOU AT STAR - LONG TIME - WE NEED MORE MUSIC
Da'Ville
More is on its way
nsabiyumva__
I always come back to this song...we had a road trip in a national park in 2008....this song brings so many memories of that trip it was the most played song throughout...still feeling the very same vibe🔥🔥
mazermajestic
thanks and praises to the most high!!!!!!