There are at least two artists using the name Don Carlos:

1) Italian… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists using the name Don Carlos:

1) Italian deep house producer and DJ Carlo Troja
2) Jamaican reggae singer and composer

1) Carlo Troja aka Don Carlos hails from Varese, in the North of Italy, and is active as a DJ from the late 70's.

He debuted as a producer towards the end of the 80's with the single 'Alone' on Calypso Records (Irma), which became one of the cult tracks of the international Deep House scene. His productions have always mixed House rhythms with afro-american jazz sounds, verging sometime towards disco, sometime towards progressive house or electronic soul.

In 1992 IRMA USA released his first album 'Mediterraneo', followed in 1993 by the Montego Bay project, produced together with Stefano Tirone (S-Tone Inc.), also on IRMA. He then released some singles on the Chicago based label Guidance under the Aquanauts moniker. He also reached the UK charts with the hit 'You Make Me Feel', sung by Byron Stingley, cover of the cult song by Sylvester.

In 2000 he released a single on Erik Morillo's Subliminal Soul label and played highly acclaimed gigs at Ministry of Sound and Turnmills in London. In 2002 he released his third album 'Music in My Mind' featuring top guest vocalists like Kim Mazelle, Michelle Weeks, Taka Boom and Kevin Bryant.

Following two mixed compilations ('Cafe De Paris Saint Tropez' and 'DJ Set') in 2004 IRMA released a collection of his 90's productions titled 'Mediterraneo', like his debut US album.

After that a serious car accident kept him away from clubs and recording studio for several months. Finally back in shape he released his fourth album 'The Cool Deep', 8 years since the previous one, which includes all the unreleased material produced during this time.

2) Don Carlos (born Euvin Spencer) was born and raised in one of the most deprived regions of Western Kingston, Jamaica, in a district known as Waterhouse. It was also a musical spawning ground for many of Reggae's greatest talents, such as King Tubby, The Jays, Junior Reid and King Jammy. Don Carlos started his singing career in 1973, as one of the original members of the roots vocal group Black Uhuru.

Alongside other founding members, Don played a prominent role in the recordings of the highly acclaimed Love Crisis album for producer Prince Jammy in 1977. The album was later re-released and re-titled as Black Sounds of Freedom. A year after the trio's ground breaking debut, Don Carlos surprisingly decided to part company in pursuit of a solo career. Having needed at least three years to get the grips of being a soloist, plus developing a knack for song writing and grooming that distinctive, vocal styling it wasn't until May 1981 that Carlos really took the fraternity by storm, courtesy of a heavy, roots and culture flavored show case album Suffering for Negus Roots.

Since then, working alongside Goldie, his side kick, co-writer and back-up vocalist, having built and consolidated a staunch following through touring the live circuit--plus 12 solo albums--there has been no turning back.

Artist website: http://www.doncarlosreggae.com/

Johnnie Big Mouth
Don Carlos Lyrics

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A'nuff of dem a run up dey mouth
Nuff of them a say dem are de best
But when it comes to the best I know
Them a want this

So take a seat and then you take a rest
I leave it to the people to suggest
What the best, what the best

Inna dis 'ere contest

Nuff of dem a chat up de mouth
But I have to sing and shout
Cause it's the words from my mouth
That spread east, west, north and south

I come to tell you about
This jonnie big mouth

Why face run up his mouth
And him don't know what he's talking about.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Don Carlos's "Johnnie Big Mouth" serve as a critique against those who talk a big game but can't back it up. The song starts with the lines "A'nuff of dem a run up dey mouth / Nuff of them a say dem are de best" which already sets the tone for the rest of the track. The singer is tired of hearing people spouting off about their skills and abilities without any substance to back it up. Carlos acknowledges that there may be those who might claim to be the best but he knows who truly holds that title.

As the song continues, Carlos offers up a challenge to those who talk too much, telling them to "take a seat and then you take a rest" while leaving it up to the people to decide who truly is the best. The lyrics make it clear that there is a difference between talking and doing, and that only actions can accurately prove one's abilities. The track serves as a reminder that people should be judged on their merits and not on their talk.

Overall, "Johnnie Big Mouth" is a call for authenticity and honesty, asking listeners to back up their words with meaningful action. It serves as a critique of those who boast without any real accomplishments to back up their claims. The song's message has continued to resonate with audiences, even decades after its initial release.

Line by Line Meaning

A'nuff of dem a run up dey mouth
There are many people who talk excessively without any basis of knowledge or experience.

Nuff of them a say dem are de best
Many people brag and claim to be the best without any evidence or proof.

But when it comes to the best I know
In reality, when it comes to competing against others, the singer knows who truly is the best.

Them a want this
Those who claim to be the best actually want what the artist possesses.

So take a seat and then you take a rest
The artist invites everyone to relax and await the judgment of the people.

I leave it to the people to suggest
The people will decide who the true best is through their opinions and views.

What the best, what the best
Who is the best at the given task or skill?

Inna dis 'ere contest
In this specific competition or context.

Nuff of dem a chat up de mouth
There are many people who talk excessively without any basis of knowledge or experience.

But I have to sing and shout
The artist feels compelled to express himself loudly and clearly.

Cause it's the words from my mouth
The singer's words are important and have value, unlike those of others.

That spread east, west, north and south
The artist's words have a far and wide influence and reach.

I come to tell you about
The singer wants to inform and educate people about a topic.

This jonnie big mouth
Referring to someone who talks excessively but lacks real knowledge or credibility.

Why face run up his mouth
Questioning why someone would talk excessively about something they know nothing about.

And him don't know what he's talking about.
The artist questions the credibility and knowledge of the person who talks excessively without any real basis or information.

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