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/
Let The Beat Go On
Dr. Alban Lyrics
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Is a big problem
Choosing BPM
Is a big problem
A lot of people get hurt
Just for nothing
Due to inability
To make their mind
Before it gets too late
Action speaks just louder that voice
If you haven't got one
Then ask the doctor
Just ring ring ring
Call I on the phone
Self-confidence
Is the key to choose
Self-confidence
Is the key to choose
Let the beat go on
Holding on getting strong
Let the beat go on
The youth nowadays
Have difficulties in choosing
The youth nowadays
Have difficulties in choosing
That's why we old
Have to help them out
Before they left them job
And turn a gun-man
Before they left them job
And turn a hooligan
Say mi love part I
But me prefer part II
When mi play them 33
Say mi keep them alive
When mi play them 43
Say they rock and come one
Self-confidence
Is the key to choose
Self-confidence
Is the key to choose
Let the beat go on
Holding on getting strong
Let the beat go on
In Dr. Alban's song Let The Beat Go On, the artist reflects on the difficulty of making choices in life. Choosing the right tempo or BPM (beats per minute) for a song can be just as challenging as any other decision in life, and making the wrong choice can cause a lot of trouble. Dr. Alban suggests that people should make up their minds before it's too late and reminds them that action speaks louder than words. He also emphasizes the importance of self-confidence in making choices, as it is the key to success.
The song also addresses the struggles of the youth in making choices. Dr. Alban points out that the older generation should help guide them in making the right decisions, as making the wrong choices can lead to a life of crime and violence. He uses the analogy of playing different parts of a record at different speeds, showing that choosing the right tempo not only keeps the music alive but also keeps people on the right track in life.
Overall, Let The Beat Go On is a song about the importance of making choices and having confidence in those decisions. It encourages people to take action rather than just talking about it and reminds them that guidance from others can be helpful in making the right choices.
Line by Line Meaning
Choosing BPM
Deciding on the tempo of a song is a difficult task
Is a big problem
It is a significant issue that needs to be addressed
A lot of people get hurt
Many people suffer due to the wrong tempo selected
Just for nothing
Without any good cause
Due to inability
Not being able to make a decision
To make their mind
To come to a decision
Make up your mind
Choose before it's too late
Before it gets too late
Act before it becomes too late
Action speaks just louder that voice
Actions are more impactful than mere words
If you haven't got one
If you lack self-confidence
Then ask the doctor
Seek advice from someone experienced or knowledgeable
Just ring ring ring
Pick up the phone and make the call
Call I on the phone
Contact me for guidance
Self-confidence
Believe in oneself
Is the key to choose
It is crucial to make a decision
The youth nowadays
The younger generation of today
Have difficulties in choosing
Face challenges in making decisions
That's why we old
This is why people who are older must assist them
Have to help them out
Support and guide them through the decision-making process
Before they left them job
Before they lose their employment and take to the streets
And turn a gun-man
Becoming a criminal
And turn a hooligan
Becoming a violent troublemaker
Say mi love part I
I like the first part of the music
But me prefer part II
But I like the second part more
When mi play them 33
When I play them at 33 rpm
Say mi keep them alive
I keep the music alive
When mi play them 43
When I play them at 43 rpm
Say they rock and come one
They sound even better
Let the beat go on
Keep the rhythm going
Holding on getting strong
Holding firm and gaining strength
Let the beat go on
Keep the music going
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALBAN NWAPA, JOHN OLOV ALBERTO AMATIELLO, KRISTIAN LUNDIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@user-cs6eu3zy2o
Шедевр ушедшей эпохи глубина резкости чувств и эмоций и любви
@dmitrydonpepe5962
С первых аккордов ощущение собственных 20 лет, старой доброй дискотеки , нормальных девчонок, беззаботной молодости...
Эх...
Но мы ещё прорвемся, рожденные в 70-е , присоединяйтесь :-)
@laizakusainova2953
👍👍👍👍👍👍🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🥰
70е !!!!!Es
@user-yn1sn1nd5v
И нормальных мальчишек))
@user-gs3op4vn3c
Я с Вами, возьмете?😁🤗
@dmitrydonpepe5962
@@user-gs3op4vn3c Надеюсь, не за мальчишками, как Наталья выше ? :-)
А так - само-собой !
@user-gs3op4vn3c
@@dmitrydonpepe5962 Конечно нет😂😆😁.
@user-gv5lr5sl3l
Золотые и непростые 90 -е!!! Албан был с нами!!!
@midoham991
How many years have passed? 26 .... And it seems only yesterday in white trousers, a silk shirt with a beloved girl in a disco. And the girls are already gone. Children have grown up. The beard is already gray. And I still listen to Alban.
@florindavid3750
No kids. But yes to everything else. 38 yo now. Very good times. Unfortunately, you don't realize how fast time goes by. And you can't control it either.