Since its inception, the band has managed through enormous sacrifice, dedication and hard work to become one of Antigua and Barbuda's most popular and sought after musical entities.
For the first seven years of their existence the band confined themselves mostly to the hotel and tourist circuits. During which time they also had several local hit recordings with songs like "We want more Money", "Right Time For Love", "Helikopta", "Ring Ting", "Turn Out The Lights", to name a few.
In early 1998, the guys decided to re-commit themselves to their recordings. So with a new twist to their name (EL-A-KRU), the new Kru launched their new sound and new album "LETHAL" in June that year.
From this album came the mega hit "Lethal Batty". It was easily one of the biggest soca hits anywhere that year and well into 1999. It officially landed the Kru on the regional and international music scene in a major way.
El-A-Kru performed in the "Soca Mecca" that is Trinidad and Tobago carnival in 1999. Over a period of 28 days the kru performed in 19 shows and was the band on the road for Peter Minshall and his "Lost Tribe" 1999. Especially rewarding was the fact that the bands lead vocalist Byke became the first Antiguan to make the Monarch finals in Trinidad & Tobago.
With a stage act second to none around the Kru earned themselves live stage performances over the years as guest and opening act for the likes of Shaggy, Wyclef Jean, The Wailers, Barrington Levy, Buju Banton, Krosfyah, SQUARE ONE, IWER GEORGE, Xtatik, ATLANTIK, and many others. As if to rain on what had become a beautiful parade on their road to success, disaster struck. A fire ravaged and destroyed their band room and residence with all their equipment. They lost all they had struggled to build over the years. The losses were tremendous. Once again, the Kru stuck together more determined than ever to beat the odds.
A new plan was put in motion... a mission of faith began. Since then it has been nothing short of an amazing ride for this unique group of guys and gal. From year to year they keep on keepin on. Through whatever -come what may. They have won the coveted title of "Sweetest Band on the Road" for Antigua's carnival 4 out of the last 7 years. Winning the title for a record three years in a row at one stretch. It is a fore gone conclusion that the "LETHAL" EL-A-KRU will soar to new heights. With an infectious charisma unparalleled in the region they continue to reach new territories and cross-new borders, as they proceed on their quest to become one of the CARIBBEAN'S BEST.
Shut up
El-A-Kru Lyrics
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Drinks to the right (what?)
I fall for a girl
And I fall for a guy (yeah)
I like to go in (in)
I like to go out
When I get up (uh)
You better go down
You're leavin' me (what?)
You cheated on me (why?)
Baby, believe in me (come on)
I'm falling for everything
Don't go to sleep
No, I won't let you leave
No-no, no-no need to speak
Shut up, chicken
Shut up, chicken
Hey
Mm-hm, yeah, yeah, uh
Lick those lips
Move those hips
I like chicks with hips
Man, I love all that shit
I don't wanna have to choose
I wanna share my bed with you
So you're leaving me
You cheated on me
Believe in me
I'm falling for everything
Shut up, chicken
Hey
Hey
Yeah
Uh-huh, okay
You know I love them chicks
I wanna hold your hips
Gonna give you a good, good lickin'
Give me the mama of this chicken
Chicken, chicken, chicken, of this chicken
When I get up
You better go down
Up, down, up, down
Up, down, up, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down
Shut up, chicken
Drinks to the left (uh-huh)
Drinks to the right (what?)
I fall for a girl
And I fall for a guy (yeah)
Drinks to the left (uh-huh)
Drinks to the right (what?)
I fall for a girl
And I fall for a guy
Shut up, chicken
The song "Shut Up" by El-A-Kru expresses a carefree and open-minded attitude towards love and relationships. The lyrics depict a situation where the singer is attracted to both men and women. They enjoy the freedom of going in and out of relationships, not wanting to be limited to just one person. The line "When I get up, you better go down" suggests a desire for their partner to reciprocate their affection and passion.
The chorus of "Shut up, chicken" can be interpreted as a playful and assertive statement. The word "chicken" is used as a term of endearment or in a provocative manner. The repetition of these words emphasizes a sense of empowerment and confidence.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of being cheated on and the request for trust and belief in the relationship. The singer expresses their willingness to fall for everything, indicating their ability to forgive and move on from past hurt. The line "No-no, no-no need to speak" suggests a desire for their partner to stop dwelling on past mistakes and focus on the present.
Overall, the song portrays a non-judgmental and adventurous approach to love and relationships, embracing diverse attractions and desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Drinks to the left (uh-huh)
There are beverages on the left side of the room.
Drinks to the right (what?)
There are beverages on the right side of the room, which surprises the singer.
I fall for a girl
I develop feelings for a girl.
And I fall for a guy (yeah)
Additionally, I develop feelings for a guy.
I like to go in (in)
I enjoy engaging in activities or situations.
I like to go out
I also enjoy participating in social events or leaving the house.
When I get up (uh)
After waking up from sleep or a rest.
You better go down
The other person should perform an action of submission or obedience.
You're leavin' me (what?)
You're choosing to end our relationship, which surprises me.
You cheated on me (why?)
You were unfaithful to me, and I wonder why you did it.
Baby, believe in me (come on)
Please have faith and trust in our relationship, encouraging the other person to do so.
I'm falling for everything
I find myself developing feelings for various people or things without discrimination.
Don't go to sleep
Please stay awake and listen to what I have to say.
No, I won't let you leave
I will prevent you from departing.
No-no, no-no need to speak
There is no necessity or requirement to verbalize any thoughts or opinions.
Shut up, chicken
Stop talking, you coward.
Mm-hm, yeah, yeah, uh
Expression of agreement or affirmation.
Lick those lips
Using the tongue to touch or caress the lips seductively.
Move those hips
Engaging in rhythmic movements with one's pelvic area.
I like chicks with hips
I am attracted to women with curvy figures.
Man, I love all that shit
I have a great passion or affinity for all of those things.
I don't wanna have to choose
I prefer not to make a decision or selection.
I wanna share my bed with you
I desire to have a sexual or intimate relationship with you and sleep together.
So you're leaving me
Thus, you are deciding to end our relationship.
You cheated on me
You were unfaithful or disloyal to me.
Believe in me
Place your trust and faith in me.
I'm falling for everything
I am finding myself developing feelings or attractions for various people or things.
Shut up, chicken
Be quiet, you coward.
Hey
Used to get someone's attention or as an exclamation.
Yeah
Expression of agreement or confirmation.
Uh-huh, okay
Indicating understanding or acceptance.
You know I love them chicks
You are aware that I have a strong affection for women.
I wanna hold your hips
I desire to hold and have physical contact with your waist area.
Gonna give you a good, good lickin'
I intend to pleasure you with oral stimulation.
Give me the mama of this chicken
Provide me with authority over this coward or weak person.
Chicken, chicken, chicken, of this chicken
Repetition of the term 'chicken' to emphasize the other person's cowardice.
When I get up
After waking up from sleep or a rest.
You better go down
You should perform an action of submission or obedience.
Up, down, up, down
Continual movement or fluctuation between high and low positions.
Down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down
Repetition of 'down' to emphasize a continuous descending motion or a negative state.
Shut up, chicken
Stop talking, you coward.
Drinks to the left (uh-huh)
There are beverages on the left side of the room.
Drinks to the right (what?)
There are beverages on the right side of the room, which surprises the singer.
I fall for a girl
I develop feelings for a girl.
And I fall for a guy (yeah)
Additionally, I develop feelings for a guy.
Drinks to the left (uh-huh)
There are beverages on the left side of the room.
Drinks to the right (what?)
There are beverages on the right side of the room, which surprises the singer.
I fall for a girl
I develop feelings for a girl.
And I fall for a guy
Additionally, I develop feelings for a guy.
Shut up, chicken
Stop talking, you coward.
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bruno Lopez, Ilkay Sencan, Jonas Altberg, Klejdi Llupa, Thomas Jules
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