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.
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Elephant Man Lyrics
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we no quick fee
Pop down and we know
How he play long Inna
Change it like a Fender
Blaze it out just like a Bema
They be man a no restaurant
Couldnt come them be no dinner
Lead mi to the occasion mi no inna with them inner
Who no want no gal
Me find out them a sinner
Briton man a gales
Maxilla man have stinger
Gal a call with sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta
we a the stamina daddy
Fit all the gal pickling
Gal a call we sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta we a the stamina
Daddy fit all the gal pickling
Like summer gl a call
We mister lover lover
That she a see
When we rapped up under the cover
Know how be meek she wine up
To them sweet ...
Gal a run fi cover
When me a put on the rubber
Brixton gal a send we invitation
Call we friend them up
like the fun of creation
Every nation portorican nation
All over old Briton
Gal a call with sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta
we a the stamina daddy
Fit all the gal pickling
Gal a call we sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta we a the stamina
Daddy fit all the gal pickling
Every gal I see them want a man with full up a stamina
we no quick fee
Pop down and we know
How he play long Inna
Change it like a Fender
Blaze it out just like a Bema
They be man a no restaurant
Couldnt come them be no dinner
Ninja Kid you no see a thong...
Lead mi to the occasion mi no inna with them inner
Who no want no gal
Me find out them a sinner
Briton man a gales
Maxilla man have stinger
Gal a call with sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta
we a the stamina daddy
Fit all the gal pickling
Gal a call we sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta we a the stamina
Daddy fit all the gal pickling
Like summer gl a call
We mister lover lover
That she a see
When we rapped up under the cover
Know how be meek she wine up
To them sweet ...
Gal a run fi cover
When me a put on the rubber
Brixton gal a send we invitation
Call we friend them up
like the fun of creation
Every nation portorican nation
All over old Briton
Gal a call with sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta
we a the stamina daddy
Fit all the gal pickling
Gal a call we sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta stamina daddy
Sta sta sta we a the stamina
Daddy fit all the gal pickling
The song "Stamina" by Elephant Man is a dancehall anthem that celebrates sexual potency and vitality. In the song, Elephant Man presents himself as the ultimate "stamina daddy," a man with an inexhaustible sexual energy that drives women wild. He boasts about his ability to please every woman he encounters, and suggests that they all crave a man with his level of stamina. The lyrics are filled with sexual innuendo and wordplay, as Elephant Man compares himself to various audio equipment (a Fender guitar, a Bema speaker) and makes references to safe sex (putting on a rubber) and various international communities (Brixton, Portorican).
Despite its explicit subject matter, "Stamina" became a massive hit in Jamaica and beyond, and helped to establish Elephant Man as one of dancehall's most charismatic and popular artists. The song's catchy chorus and memorable hook ("Sta sta stamina daddy") became a catchphrase among dancehall fans, and the song's infectious rhythm and energetic delivery made it a staple of parties and clubs.
"Stamina" is also noteworthy for its use of the "Diwali" riddim, a popular dancehall instrumental that was produced by Steven "Lenky" Marsden in 2002. The riddim features a distinctive tabla loop and a pulsing bassline, and has been used in dozens of other songs beyond "Stamina." The success of "Stamina" helped to heighten the profile of the Diwali riddim and cement its place as one of dancehall's most iconic instrumentals.
Line by Line Meaning
Every gal I see them want a man with full up a stamina
The singer observes that every woman desires a partner with high sexual endurance.
we no quick fee
The singer is confident in their ability to maintain stamina during intercourse.
Pop down and we know
The singer suggests that they have had previous sexual experiences that have taught them how to maintain stamina.
How he play long Inna
The artist is referring to their sexual performance and how long they can maintain sexual activity with their partner.
Change it like a Fender
The artist implies that they can adjust their sexual performance to cater to their partner's desires.
Blaze it out just like a Bema
The singer suggests they can satisfy their partner's sexual desires with the same intensity as a sports car.
They be man a no restaurant
The singer refers to other men who lack sexual stamina, which is akin to arriving at a restaurant without a reservation - they will not be accommodated.
Couldnt come them be no dinner
The artist implies that men without sexual stamina cannot satisfy their partners and are unworthy of sexual encounters.
Ninja Kid you no see a thong...
The artist refers to a friend, Ninja Kid, who may be impressed by the number of women interested in him.
Lead mi to the occasion mi no inna with them inner
The artist does not associate themselves with individuals who lack sexual endurance or are unable to satisfy their partner's needs.
Who no want no gal Me find out them a sinner
The singer believes that individuals who do not desire sexual encounters may be morally corrupt.
Briton man a gales Maxilla man have stinger
The artist suggests that British men and men from Maxilla are adept at satisfying women sexually.
Gal a call with sta sta stamina daddy Sta sta stamina daddy Sta sta sta we a the stamina daddy Fit all the gal pickling
Women are attracted to the singer because of his sexual prowess, stamina and endurance.
Like summer gl a call We mister lover lover That she a see When we rapped up under the cover Know how be meek she wine up To them sweet ... Gal a run fi cover When me a put on the rubber
The singer reiterates that he is a competent and satisfying sexual partner. Women enjoy his company and are attracted to him sexually.
Brixton gal a send we invitation Call we friend them up like the fun of creation Every nation portorican nation All over old Briton
The singer's reputation for being a competent sexual partner has spread, and individuals from different regions and cultures are interested in pursuing sexual encounters with him.
Writer(s): Bobby Konders, Richard Browne, Vernon Spencer
Contributed by Caleb I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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