Deetah's name is a shortening of a childhood nickname, "Claudita". She was born in Chile but moved to Stockholm at age six when her family fled the country's political turmoil.
In the middle of the 1990s, she launched a singing career, singing with the group Goldmine and appearing on tracks by Tupac Shakur, Notorious B.I.G., and Ophélie Winter. Her debut album Deadly Cha Cha was issued in 1998. The album yielded two hits on the UK Singles Chart: the song "Relax", which sampled Dire Straits's "Why Worry", hit #11, and "El Paraiso Rico", which sampled Madonna's "La Isla Bonita", hit #39.
El Paraiso Rico
Deetah Lyrics
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Mr Muscles couldn't clear
My thoughts and belief
Aggrevated peeps
Runnin' loose on the streets
They could never beat the sunshine
For me or Jay-Z
I see diabolic horns, infernal calls
Confusin' lost souls
Lost steps, like you was on alcohol
Thos blurry visions
Won't lead you to your goal
Gold pearls and diamond rings
All expensive shinin' things
This is where they want to be
El Paraiso Rico
And when the cash don't shine
They close their eyes fo' life
Just get a grip and look around
There's better things in life
Oh oh, you tripped over
Your ego and greediness
Rest your nose from
High excitements
We're the finest, possess by life
Your highness
Represent reality
From my own department
Own vision, own conclusion
Confusion be yours truly
And for me an illusion
You relinquish knowledge
And put it to the side
Abscent minded striked
Now money owns your life
Deetah's song "El Paraiso Rico" speaks to the dangers of materialism and the importance of living a fulfilling life rather than getting caught up in a superficial world of luxury and greed. Deetah starts off by acknowledging that she's traveling with a sense of security and purity that can't be surpassed by Mr. Muscles or anyone else who shows off wealth as a sign of power. Instead, Deetah sees the world through a more spiritual and grounded lens.
She then references those who are caught up in the rat race, chasing after expensive things and trying to beat others on the streets. These people are quickly forgotten when compared to the sunshine and optimism that Deetah and Jay-Z exude. Deetah witnesses their demon-like appearance and the negative energy they surround themselves with. Rather than getting caught up in those networks, Deetah encourages people to seek their own vision and conclusions to avoid confusion.
Deetah advises against relinquishing knowledge and absently focusing on wealth, as it can quickly take over one's life. She warns that when the cash stops shining, people will be trapped in a life of closed eyes and regrets. Instead of being tripped up by one's ego and greediness, Deetah urges people to rest and let go of excessive material pursuits in order to focus on the beauty of life.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm travellin' with security and purity
I am traveling securely and pure.
Mr Muscles couldn't clear
Strength cannot help in this situation.
My thoughts and belief
My thoughts and beliefs are important to me.
Aggrevated peeps
Upset people are around.
Runnin' loose on the streets
People are out of control here.
They could never beat the sunshine
The sun always shines.
For me or Jay-Z
Not even a famous person is exempt.
I see diabolic horns, infernal calls
I see evil things and hear bad sounds.
Snake minded networks
There are shady people around.
Confusin' lost souls
People are unclear about their purpose in life.
Lost steps, like you was on alcohol
You're taking steps in the wrong direction, like when drunk.
Thos blurry visions
Unclear thoughts and ideas are not helpful.
Won't lead you to your goal
These thoughts won't help you achieve your goals.
Gold pearls and diamond rings
Expensive items like these are desirable to some.
All expensive shinin' things
People are attracted to shiny and expensive things.
This is where they want to be
This is the desired location for some people.
El Paraiso Rico
This is the name of the desired location.
And when the cash don't shine
When money is not available or not enough.
They close their eyes fo' life
Some people give up when money is not available.
Just get a grip and look around
Take control and observe the situation.
There's better things in life
There are more important things than money.
Oh oh, you tripped over
You made a mistake.
Your ego and greediness
Your pride and desire for more led to your mistake.
Rest your nose from
Stop and take a break from.
High excitements
Intense emotions and experiences.
We're the finest, possess by life
We are the best, living life to the fullest.
Your highness
A sarcastic reference to someone thinking they are superior.
Represent reality
Show what is truly happening.
From my own department
My own perspective.
Own vision, own conclusion
My own way of thinking and coming to a conclusion.
Confusion be yours truly
I am the one who is confused.
And for me an illusion
For me, it is all just an illusion.
You relinquish knowledge
You are giving up what you know.
And put it to the side
You are ignoring what you know.
Abscent minded striked
You are not paying attention to the situation.
Now money owns your life
Money controls your life and decisions.
Contributed by Violet P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Minaj 123
This was my jam back in 1999 still got it on cd
Alberto
This track was included in a CD in Spain called "100% BLACK" back in the late nineties. Bring a lot of nice memories :...P
Risto Likitalo
What a Banger !!!👍💲
Kelly Tumber
Summer vibes ❤
Känes Pella
Very hard to find this masterpiece. I know why. You know why. We all know why.
A T
この曲好きだった
JLOV 9396
Luv this song Deep Blue Sea Anyone!!!??? :)
bepe - six-one-manilla
That's why I'm here🤟
Truth Hurts
Dope movie & song 👌🏿
Joshua Garner
Fellow 90s kid ✊🏾