His stagename stemmed from his large ears, which led to the nickname Dumbo in his youth. "Ele" started out his musical career as a member of the Scare Dem Crew, later continuing as a solo artist. He was later characterized for several trademarks, such as his yellow-orange hair, his unique low-key voice, or his stage performance, which included excessive jumping and running, or even climbing on stage props and monitors. His acoustic trademark is marked by a light lisp.
The first international recognition came when Elephant Man and Puma settled a contract for using his single "All Out" for their Olympics commercial campaign in 2004.
Elephant Man has been widely criticised for his lyrics calling for violence against gay people. In 2003 British LBGT group OutRage! called for the arrest and prosecution of several dancehall stars including Elephant Man, Bounty Killer and Beenie Man for violation of hate crimes statutes [1]
Elephant Man also had a song called "Willie Bounce" that appeared on several Mixtapes in early 2006. It borrowed the first few bars from I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor.
Recently, the Jamaican star has been signed to New York-based label Bad Boy Entertainment.
Approach
Elephant Man Lyrics
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Cho! Elephant mi deyah come mi mash it up again (HEY!!!)
Two thousand two we haffi mash it up again (HEY!!!)
Dedicate dat one yah fi all di gal dem (HEY!!!)
Then we go tell all a yuh friend
[Verse 1:]
Gal a drop than more than time dem see you a pass
Smile a while because yuh treat dem while like chalk
Inna di videolight mi waan yuh fi walk
[Chorus:]
Ah! Oh! Gal yuh fi wave yuh hand,
Two thousand two it just begun
Now yuh nah fight over nuh man
Ah! Oh! Gal yuh fi wave yuh hand,
Two thousand two it just begun
Now yuh nah fight over nuh man
[Verse 2:]
Dat new dance a dem approach
Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
A weh yuh gal a go in har action force
Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
Dem a gal would neva bite nah tek nuh deep throat
Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
Show yuh belly skin becau yuh belly a nuh croat
Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
Fi nuh rent nuh landlord nuh carry yuh go a court
Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
From nuh man neva wuk yuh and throw yuh off a court
Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
Fi yuh furniture courts nah send yuh note
Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
Put yuh hand inna di air cau dem nuh rank like goat
Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
Gal a yuh get mi vote, YOU KNOW!!!
A weh yuh have when yuh wuk yuh man di man a seh yuh bad
Him seh Keiva weh yuh get this way yuh have
Have it from she was a lad gal nuh fraid fi wait but yuh glamity ram
Box on har face wid di glamity ram WHOA!!!
To Trinidad when yuh touch di place it like a Synagogue
Man a jump round like a ginny God WHOA!!!
Yuh see mi God thank yuh fi this gal a weh yuh gimme God
Love how she a whine and she a fi mi God Yo!
[Chorus:]
Ah! Oh! Gal yuh fi wave yuh hand,
Two thousand two it just begun
Now yuh nah fight over nuh man
Ah! Oh! Gal yuh fi wave yuh hand,
Two thousand two it just begun
Now yuh nah fight over nuh man
[Verse 3:]
Dat new dance a dem approach
Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
A weh yuh gal a go in har action force
Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
Neva bite neva grab and nah tek nuh deep throat
Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
Show yuh belly skin becau yuh belly a nuh croat
Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
Fi nuh man neva wuk yuh and throw yuh off a court
Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
Fi yuh furniture courts nah send nuh note
Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
Gal a yuh get mi vote, YOU KNOW!!!
Hand up she clean full up a adrenaline
Could nuh find a betta ting, pack up mi Ford buy mi droptop bima rim
Chrome rim glistenin, eyes have yuh shiverin
This likkle black bwoy di world ago sick a him
Caan get rid a him, girls waan mi ding a ling
Still I put a fire pon a girl when yuh genuine
Everyday she beg a ting loose like a bell a ring
She a look yuh man over Sting back gal
[Chorus:]
Ah! Oh! Gal yuh fi wave yuh hand,
Two thousand two it just begun
Now yuh nah fight over nuh man
Ah! Oh! Gal yuh fi wave yuh hand,
Two thousand two it just begun
Now yuh nah fight over nuh man
The song "Approach" by Elephant Man is a dancehall track released in 2002. The introductory lines of the song are about approaching and causing havoc in the dancehall. The song's first verse and chorus revolve around telling women not to fight over men, and to wave their hands instead, while the second verse emphasizes dancing and the new dance approach. Elephant Man urges women not to take deep throat or grab, and to walk on the dance floor and crush their rivals like a roach. The third and final verse discusses the singer's love for a particular woman who excites him with her dancing and style.
Overall, the lyrics of "Approach" are mostly focused on dancing and relationships. The song encourages women to enjoy themselves while also respecting one another. Elephant Man's lyrical mastery is evident in the way he creates rhymes that fit well with the song's rhythm but also convey a deep meaning. Across different parts of the song, the artistic quality of his lyrics is noteworthy as they reflect themes like female empowerment, control, and dominance.
Line by Line Meaning
Cho! Elephant mi deyah come mi mash it up again (HEY!!!)
Elephant Man is excited to start performing and making music again.
Two thousand two we haffi mash it up again (HEY!!!)
Elephant Man is excited to start the new year with a bang and create new hits for his fans.
Dedicate dat one yah fi all di gal dem (HEY!!!)
This song is dedicated to all the ladies out there, as Elephant Man is hoping to get their support and love.
Then we go tell all a yuh friend
After listening to the song, Elephant Man wants his fans to spread the word and tell their friends about his new hit song.
Gal a drop than more than time dem see you a pass
Girls are dropping their standards just to be with Elephant Man, even though he doesn't give them much attention.
You a di wife but dem act fast, dat a weh di man seh
Even though a girl is Elephant Man's main woman, other men are still trying to get with her.
Smile a while because yuh treat dem while like chalk
Elephant Man doesn't take his relationships seriously, so he doesn't mind if girls leave him for someone else.
Inna di videolight mi waan yuh fi walk
Elephant Man wants his girl to be in the spotlight with him, walking and dancing together in the video.
Ah! Oh! Gal yuh fi wave yuh hand, Two thousand two it just begun
Elephant Man wants the ladies to enjoy themselves and dance during this new year.
Now yuh nah fight over nuh man
He wants the ladies to have fun without getting into any fights over guys.
Dat new dance a dem approach Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
Elephant Man introduces a new dance move that will make the crowd go wild.
A weh yuh gal a go in har action force Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
Elephant Man wants his girl to show off the new dance move and dominate the dance floor with her moves.
Dem a gal would neva bite nah tek nuh deep throat Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
Elephant Man's girl is not the type to do anything for attention and will just focus on the dance move and enjoy herself.
Show yuh belly skin becau yuh belly a nuh croat Walk pon di dancefloor and crush dem like roach
Elephant Man's girl should show off her belly, as it's beautiful and not overweight.
Fi nuh rent nuh landlord nuh carry yuh go a court Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
Elephant Man's girl is independent and doesn't depend on anyone, so she can focus on having fun and dancing on the dance floor.
From nuh man neva wuk yuh and throw yuh off a court Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
If a man has never been able to put down the girl, then she should just have fun, dance and dominate the dance floor.
Fi yuh furniture courts nah send yuh note Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
If a girl isn't in debt or owes money to anyone, then she can focus on dancing and having fun without any worries.
Put yuh hand inna di air cau dem nuh rank like goat Walk pon di dancefloor crush dem like roach
Elephant Man is encouraging his girl to put her hands up in the air and dance like no one is watching.
Gal a yuh get mi vote, YOU KNOW!!!
He's praising his girl for her dancing, as she's the best.
A weh yuh have when yuh wuk yuh man di man a seh yuh bad
Elephant Man's girl is such a great dancer that everyone wants to be with her.
Him seh Keiva weh yuh get this way yuh have
A man is asking his girl, Keiva, how she became such a good dancer.
Have it from she was a lad gal nuh fraid fi wait but yuh glamity ram
The girl learnt how to dance since she was young, and now she can dance without any fears, and people admire her for it.
Box on har face wid di glamity ram WHOA!!!
The girl is ready to face anyone who tries to challenge her on the dance floor and will defeat them with her moves.
To Trinidad when yuh touch di place it like a Synagogue
When the girl dances in Trinidad, everyone treats her like a queen, and her dance is highly respected.
Man a jump round like a ginny God WHOA!!!
People are so impressed with the girl's dancing that they jump around like they are possessed by a genie.
Yuh see mi God thank yuh fi this gal a weh yuh gimme God
Elephant Man is grateful to God for blessing him with such a talented girl, and he's thanking him for it.
Love how she a whine and she a fi mi God Yo!
He loves how his girl is dancing and moving, and she's become like a goddess to him.
Hand up she clean full up a adrenaline
The girl is full of energy and has her hands up in the air, enjoying herself on the dance floor.
Could nuh find a betta ting, pack up mi Ford buy mi droptop bima rim
Elephant Man loves his girl so much that he would buy her a fancy car like a droptop BMW.
Chrome rim glistenin, eyes have yuh shiverin
The car has shiny chrome rims that glisten in the sun, and it makes her feel excited.
This likkle black bwoy di world ago sick a him
Elephant Man is proud of himself and his accomplishments as a black musician and knows he'll shake the world with his talents.
Caan get rid a him, girls waan mi ding a ling
Girls can't get enough of him, and they want to be with him and his stylish friends.
Still I put a fire pon a girl when yuh genuine
Even though he has a lot of girls after him, he only wants to be with one that he genuinely cares about.
Everyday she beg a ting loose like a bell a ring
Every day, the girl asks him for things as her needs are always changing.
She a look yuh man over Sting back gal
Girls are more interested in Elephant Man's girl than their own guys and are watching her carefully.
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Natalie Byfield
2020 and it mad same way
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every day in my car!
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