Dr. Alban (born August 26, 1957 as Alban Nwapa in Nigeria) grew up listening to Fela Kuti and James Brown. At age 23, he began studying dentistry. In order to be able to finance his university studies the music-loving medical student started making his own music. During this time Alban worked as a DJ in the well known Stockholm club 'Alphabet Street'. Very quickly his name became widely known, especially since Alban often sang to the records he put on the turntable as a DJ. DJ René couldn't help but notice him and so the highly intelligent medical student was discovered. But first Alban finished his studies and even opened his own dentistry practice.
In 1990, he met Denniz PoP from the SweMix label. Alban laid aside his dentist's drill and realised his dream. Together with Denniz and Rap-Queen Leila K, his first record, Hello Africa - his declaration of love for his African home - broke all records. Alban Nwapa became Dr. Alban. His debut-album Hello Africa sold roughly 1 million copies world-wide.
One year later this success was surpassed by the second album One Love. 1.6 million singles of the song It's My Life were sold.
The album immediately sold over 1.7 million units. Then followed the albums Look Who's Talking and Born In Africa. All in all, Dr. Alban can look back on world-wide sales of over 5 million albums and over 6 million singles, which resulted in 7 times Silver, 30 times Gold and 30 times Platinum. His hit No Coke was even used to illustrate an anti-drugs campaign in Sweden.
After a re-release of No Coke, Dr. Alban confirmed his Euro dance style with his hits Look Who's Talking and Let The Beat Go On.
He created his own record company 'dr.records', on which he released Born in Africa, the first CD recorded completely in his studios. He became the producer of many artists such as La Cream.
More recently, his voice was featured on Sash!'s single Colour The World.
In 2000, he released the album titled Prescription.
In 2002 Dr. Alban featured Yamboo to release a remix for Sing Hallelujah!.
In 2007 Dr. Alban released the album titled Back To Basics.
Official website: http://www.dralban.net/
C'est La Vie
Dr. Alban Lyrics
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Pussy think i'm fazed, but I might gun him down today
She say gimme a minute, baby girl might take all day
It's okay she a barbie, it's okay cus i'm felling like Ken
It's okay if i'm starving gimme a minute and i'll be in that benz
Not okay i feel nervous i might had to pop one again
I don't really fuck with these niggers, so why would i treat them like friends
J'ai doublé toutes mes doses j'ai failli mourir avant l'party
Baby voulait smoke j'ai du app'ler le plug le taxi
Cash j'drop le sac sur le Dior pis le Fendi
Pa-pa-papier pour le re-up y faut j'retourne à la banque
Beaucoup d'substances dans le ziploc, quand je pull up ça stank
Yo c'est la vie, c'est du gros stock quand je fume sur le dank
Pis, pistaches j'pop une percky pis j'go banane
Quand j'allumes mon batte le gros ça pue jusqu'à Matane
Avec mes ti-criss ya jamais d'chicane dans cabane
Tellement subtil quand j'sors la nuit y m'appelle Batman
Momma m'appelle Garfield parce que j'trip sur la lasagne
C'est pas une BD mais chu l'personnage principal
Relation toxique mais c'tait vraiment juste amical
Calcul le shit j'vais m'évader su'un île tropicale
Avec mes slimes on passe le shit on fait l'capital
The lyrics of C'est La Vie by Dr. Alban reveal a story of a person surrounded by drugs and violence, trying to maintain a feeling of control amidst the chaos. The first verse indicates that the person is a bit of an outsider, distancing themselves from others and possibly feeling nervous or on edge. They also seem to have a bit of a superiority complex, dismissively referring to people as "pussy" and stating that they wouldn't treat these people like friends. Despite their tough exterior, they do acknowledge that they might need help sometimes, referencing hunger and the need for a Benz.
The second verse is in French and is performed by another artist, introducing a change of pace and tone. The lyrics seem to focus on drug use, describing the different substances being used and the feelings associated with them. They also mention calling a dealer and the need to go to the bank to re-up. The chorus repeats the phrase "c'est la vie," which can be translated to "that's life." The phrase seems to imply acceptance of the situation and a recognition that things will be tough, but that one will keep going regardless of what comes their way.
In exploring the lyrics of C'est La Vie, it becomes clear that the song addresses themes of power, control, and acceptance of the things we cannot change. It speaks to those who feel like they have no choice but to cope with a difficult reality, using substances and attitude to maintain some semblance of control in a chaotic world.
Line by Line Meaning
C'est la vie, so I know I'll be okay
Life can be unpredictable, but I have faith that everything will work out in the end.
Pussy think i'm fazed, but I might gun him down today
People may underestimate me, but I am capable of defending myself if necessary.
She say gimme a minute, baby girl might take all day
Sometimes people take longer than expected, but it's important to be patient with them.
It's okay she a barbie, it's okay cus i'm felling like Ken
It doesn't matter if someone looks different from me, we can still have a connection and be happy together.
It's okay if i'm starving gimme a minute and i'll be in that benz
I may be struggling now, but I have confidence that I will succeed and be able to afford luxuries like a Benz.
Not okay i feel nervous i might had to pop one again
I am feeling anxious and may resort to using drugs as a coping mechanism, which is not healthy.
I don't really fuck with these niggers, so why would i treat them like friends
I don't have a connection or respect for certain people, so it wouldn't make sense for me to act like we are close.
Hey la xanny était fancy j'ai du switch pour la molly
I had to switch from Xanax to MDMA because it was no longer effective in helping me cope with my problems.
J'ai doublé toutes mes doses j'ai failli mourir avant l'party
I doubled my drug dosage and almost died before the party, indicating a dangerous level of drug use.
Baby voulait smoke j'ai du app'ler le plug le taxi
My partner wanted to smoke weed, so I had to quickly call a dealer and a taxi to get it.
Cash j'drop le sac sur le Dior pis le Fendi
I spent a lot of money on designer items and drugs, indicating a lack of responsible financial management.
Pa-pa-papier pour le re-up y faut j'retourne à la banque
I need to withdraw more cash from the bank to buy more drugs, indicating a problematic addiction and financial dependency.
Beaucoup d'substances dans le ziploc, quand je pull up ça stank
I carry a lot of drugs in my bag, and the smell is noticeable, indicating a high level of drug use and associated risks.
Yo c'est la vie, c'est du gros stock quand je fume sur le dank
This is just how life is, and I accept it. Smoking high quality marijuana is a way to cope and find pleasure in life.
Pis, pistaches j'pop une percky pis j'go banane
I mix prescription pills with pistachios and become euphoric and erratic.
Quand j'allumes mon batte le gros ça pue jusqu'à Matane
When I smoke marijuana, the smell spreads and lingers, affecting everyone around me.
Avec mes ti-criss ya jamais d'chicane dans cabane
When I'm with my friends, we never fight and always have a good time hanging out.
Tellement subtil quand j'sors la nuit y m'appelle Batman
I feel like a subtle but powerful superhero when I go out at night.
Momma m'appelle Garfield parce que j'trip sur la lasagne
My mom calls me Garfield because I love to eat lasagna, indicating a humorous and light-hearted moment.
C'est pas une BD mais chu l'personnage principal
My life is not a comic book, but it feels like I am the artist and everything revolves around me.
Relation toxique mais c'tait vraiment juste amical
I had a toxic relationship with someone, but we were just friends and it didn't involve romantic feelings.
Calcul le shit j'vais m'évader su'un île tropicale
I'm planning on escaping from reality by using drugs and going to a tropical island to disconnect from my problems.
Avec mes slimes on passe le shit on fait l'capital
I make money by selling drugs with my close friends, indicating an illegal and dangerous activity.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Stephane Lamothe, Tommy Gagné
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Why is this version not on Spotify???
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