Everton Williams was born in the parish of Clarendon, Jamaica, but grew up in Kingston 13 on Maxfield Avenue. Everton worked as a painter, construction worker, and decorator, but he realized that the strong chemicals he was working with were not good for his voice or his health in general. With divine help and direction, he decided to leave his job to pursue a singing career. In 1980, he met Phyllis Thompson (who would later become his wife), and moved back to Clarendon. In 1985, Everton and Phyllis' first child, Isha, was born.
Although Everton had recorded a handful of singles for various producers, he had yet to score with a hit on the island. But that was all about to change in 1991 he voiced the autobiographical "Create a Sound." The song described Everton's experiences in the music business and with the Rasta faith. It was released the following year on the Star Trail label, and it was Everton Blender's first hit. Everton continued to record for Star Trail, who had a distribution deal with Heartbeat Records. 1994's Lift Up Your Head (HB 169) was Everton's full length debut, and featured "Create a Sound," along with the hits, "Family Man," "Bring di Kutchie," "My Father's Home," "Gwaan Natty," and the title track, which would go on to become one of the biggest anthems of the 1990's.
Everton continued to record for Star Trail and other labels, scoring hits including "Blend Dem," "World Corruption," "Bob Marley," "Piece of the Blender," "The Man," and "Coming Harder," all collected on the 1996 album, Piece of the Blender: The Singles (HB 209). At this time, Everton decided to take charge of his career and start his own label, which he named Blend Dem Productions. He began to finance most of his own recordings, a move that proved to heighten tension between him and many who wished to control the music production and promotion on the island. But he persevered, knowing that being in control of his career was the right decision, and his relationship with Heartbeat became even stronger. In 1999, Heartbeat released Everton Blender's first album of Blend Dem productions, Rootsman Credential (HB 227). Alongside boom shots like "Ghetto People Song," "Why Do We Have to War," and "False Words" was Everton's own productions including "Slick Me Slick," "These Hands," and many more strong statements of Everton's faith and will to succeed. Since the release of Rootsman Credential, Everton has toured the United States, Europe, and the Caribbean-establishing himself as one of the top touring forces from Jamaica. Live at the White River Reggae Bash (HB 242) captures Everton performing his most popular material with the Blend Dem band.
As the millennium came to a close, Heartbeat released an album of new Blend Dem productions that includes top acts riding Everton Blender produced rhythms. Dance Hall Liberation (HB 246) features Anthony B, Tony Rebel, Louie Culture, Richie Spice, Everton Blender, daughter Isha, and others. Everton was also executive producer on Richie Spice's debut album, Universal (HB 103), and plays a role in Spanner Banner's new release, Real Love (HB 249).
Blender's album released in 2001, Visionary (HB 254), consisted of his trademark conscious commitment over sizzling roots and dancehall self-productions. With guest appearances by Bennie Man, Anthony B, Tony Rebel, and Marcia Griffiths along with Everton's own strong performance, the album garnered favorable reviews throughout the music press. 2001 and 2002 also marked excellent touring year for Blender, where he headlined several major reggae events.
King Man (HB 258) is the latest work of Blend Dem Productions. This new album is the latest installment in Blender's legacy of excellent reggae music for the discerning listener. Expect to see Everton Blender somewhere near you as he tours later this year to support the release.
Danger in Your Eyes
Everton Blender Lyrics
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Maybe, maybe, yeah
Maybe, maybe
Maybe you are leaving
Or maybe you're just lonely
Cause I know that something
Something is the matter
The danger in your eyes
Telling me, oh Lord,
Something's gonna be, yeah
Tell me what's the matter
Have you found another
'Cause I've got to go back
To my dear old mother
'Cause I see the
The danger in your eyes
Telling me, oh Lord,
Something's gonna be
Loving you and beeing with you
That's how I know
So don't you try to tell I man
That is not so
Darling I'm not blind
What is on your mind
It's been so many times
What is on your mind
Maybe, maybe
Maybe, maybe
Maybe you are leaving
Or maybe you're just lonely
Cause I know that something
Something is the matter
'Cause I see
The danger in your eyes
Telling me, oh Lord,
Something's gonna be
Tell me what's the matter
Have you found another
'Cause I've got to go back
To my dear old mother
'Cause I see the
The danger in your eyes
Telling me, oh Lord,
Something's gonna be, yeah
Daisy Daisy
Loving you and beeing with you
That's how I know
So don't you try to tell I man
That is not so
Darling I'm not blind
What is on your mind
It's been so many times
What is on your mind
Daisy Daisy Daisy Daisy
The song "Danger in Your Eyes" by Everton Blender is about a man who senses that something is wrong in his relationship with his partner. He can see the danger in her eyes, and he wonders if she is leaving him or if she has found someone else. Despite her denial, he knows something is not right and feels that he has to go back to his mother. He repeats the phrase "loving you and being with you, that's how I know" to emphasize the love they once shared, but he can't ignore the intuition that something is amiss.
The song is a cautionary tale about the importance of listening to one's instincts in a relationship. Even when someone denies that something is wrong or tries to cover it up, their eyes often reveal the truth. The repetition of "maybe" throughout the song suggests the uncertainty and the feeling of being in limbo, not knowing what the outcome will be.
Overall, "Danger in Your Eyes" is a soulful and introspective song that speaks to the complexities of relationships and the importance of paying attention to signals that something is wrong. The use of reggae beats gives a relaxed and soothing feel to the otherwise serious topic.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe, maybe
Uncertainty, questioning the situation
Maybe, maybe, yeah
Repeating the uncertainty, feeling unsure
Maybe, maybe
Continuing to wonder about the situation
Maybe you are leaving
Suspecting that the person is leaving
Or maybe you're just lonely
Considering that maybe the person is lonely
Cause I know that something
Awareness that something is wrong
Something is the matter
The feeling that something is wrong persists
'Cause I see
Observing the person
The danger in your eyes
Noticing that there is a sense of danger
Telling me, oh Lord,
Indicating a concern and request for help
Something's gonna be, yeah
Feeling that something bad is going to happen
Tell me what's the matter
Asking for clarification about what is wrong
Have you found another
Inquiring if the person has found someone else
'Cause I've got to go back
Needing to leave due to the situation being too much to handle
To my dear old mother
Returning to a source of comfort and security
Loving you and beeing with you
Expressing affection toward the person
That's how I know
The love is the reason for the concern
So don't you try to tell I man
Warning the person not to lie
That is not so
Denying the possibility of a lie
Darling I'm not blind
Asserting that they can see what is happening
What is on your mind
Directly asking what the person is thinking about
It's been so many times
Implying that this is not the first time they have had this conversation
Daisy Daisy
Repeating the name 'Daisy', possibly the name of the person being address
Maybe you are leaving
Reiterating the suspicion that the person is leaving
Or maybe you're just lonely
Suggesting again that the person could just be lonely
Cause I know that something
Rephrasing the earlier observation that something is not right
Something is the matter
Emphasizing the problem
'Cause I see
Continuing to watch the person
The danger in your eyes
Confirming the concern about the danger in the person's gaze
Telling me, oh Lord,
Asking for assistance
Something's gonna be
Predicting that something bad will occur
Tell me what's the matter
Repeating the plea for an explanation
Have you found another
Repeating the question about the person finding someone else
'Cause I've got to go back
Repeating the need to leave the situation
To my dear old mother
Repeating the intended destination for leaving
Daisy Daisy Daisy Daisy
Repeating the name 'Daisy' as a plea for an explanation
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DONALD EVANS
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