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/
Go See the Dentist
Dr. Alban Lyrics
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A mi say open your mouth
A mi say open your mouth
Hello hello let's go and clean it up
Follow me
I will show you the way
Hello hello just come and take a seat
She is my assistant, I am the boss
Together all a we
We will a fill a lot of hole
Open your mouth
Relax your body
Breathe normally
My advice come and see me once a year
Cause prevention is better than cure
It cause less money less therapy
Maybe we can avoid extracting and rootfillings
Can you bite and say hi
Can you bite and say hi hi
Brush and swing to the music directions
Open your mouth
Relax your body
Breathe normally
Once a year you can see the dentist
Cause prevention is better than cure
Relax yourself and breathe normally
He fills your hole so you can it feel very nice
He cleans your teeth and it smells very good
Although the sound might sound boring
Play the song go see the dentist
You can brush and swing to the music too
The lyrics for Dr. Alban's song "Go See the Dentist" highlight the importance of regular dental check-ups and oral hygiene. The chorus of "Go see the dentist, a mi say open your mouth" emphasizes the need to visit the dentist to maintain good dental health. The verses describe the process of going to the dentist, with instructions to relax and breathe normally while the dentist and their assistant work to fill cavities and perform other routine procedures.
The song also advocates for prevention as a key component of oral health: "My advice come and see me once a year / Cause prevention is better than cure / It cause less money less therapy / Maybe we can avoid extracting and root fillings." The catchy, upbeat rhythm of the song encourages listeners to take care of their teeth and to see the dentist regularly.
Overall, "Go See the Dentist" is a lighthearted way of encouraging people to take their dental health seriously. The song promotes regular dental check-ups and dental hygiene as part of a healthy routine, and emphasizes the benefits of preventative care over more invasive treatments.
Line by Line Meaning
Go see the dentist
It's important to visit the dentist regularly for better health.
A mi say open your mouth
The dentist needs access to your teeth and mouth to conduct their work, so be willing to open it up.
Hello hello let's go and clean it up
Let's get to work and clean your teeth!
Follow me
Trust your dentist to guide you through the process of cleaning your teeth.
I will show you the way
The dentist has the expertise to show you how to properly care for your teeth.
Just come and take a seat
Relax and take a seat in the dentist's chair.
Please relax while I pump up the chair
The dentist may need to adjust the chair to better access your teeth while you take a comfortable position.
She is my assistant, I am the boss
The dentist works with their assistant to help provide you the best possible dental care.
Together all a we
Collaboration between the dentist, their assistant, and the patient is key to a successful dental visit.
We will a fill a lot of hole
The dentist can help fill your cavities to restore your teeth to proper health.
Relax your body
It's important to be relaxed during dental procedures to make the experience less stressful.
Breathe normally
It's important to keep breathing normally throughout the dental visit to help keep you calm.
My advice come and see me once a year
Visiting the dentist annually can help catch and prevent dental issues before they become major concerns.
Cause prevention is better than cure
Preventing dental issues is easier and less expensive than treating them.
It cause less money less therapy
If dental issues are caught early or prevented, it can save you money and extra procedures in the long run.
Maybe we can avoid extracting and rootfillings
Early prevention can help avoid the need for more invasive and costly dental procedures later on.
Can you bite and say hi
After oral procedures, the dentist may ask you to test the area by biting down and speaking to make sure it's comfortable and functioning correctly.
Brush and swing to the music directions
The dentist may encourage you to clean your teeth in time with the music to make the experience more enjoyable.
He fills your hole so you can it feel very nice
Dentists can help fill cavities to make your teeth feel more comfortable and healthy.
He cleans your teeth and it smells very good
A thorough cleaning by the dentist can make your mouth feel fresh and clean.
Although the sound might sound boring
The sound of dental procedures can be unpleasant, but they are necessary for proper oral health.
Play the song go see the dentist
The song itself can be a reminder to take care of your oral health and make regular dental visits.
Once a year you can see the dentist
Visiting the dentist at least once a year is highly recommended for maintaining proper oral health.
You can brush and swing to the music too
Brushing your teeth to music can make the experience more enjoyable and encourage good dental hygiene habits.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHAN OLOF INGEMAR JARPSTEN, ALBAN NWAPA
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