The Fear Nuttin Band sound is as diverse as the cultures the band members represent. The hot West Indian sun incubated the talents of frontmen Roosta (vocals), Prowla (vocals) and Jay Chung (guitar), while instrumentalists Matt Penza (drums), Chris Regan (guitar), Brian Daigle (bass) represent New England’s finest. The union of these six individuals was in the stars: with Chris, Jay, Penza and Brian lending their musical talents to heavy bands all over the Pioneer Valley, the four always found themselves in and out of bands together. It was the same day that Matt, Chris and Brian found themselves without a frontman that Roosta and Prowla called up and asked them to jam. These final Fear Nuttin Band members have been together since.
Much can be said about their home of Springfield, Massachusetts , and its reputation for breeding original artists and ideas. Put on the map for growing groundbreaking entertainers from the powerful reggae dynasty that is the Morgan Heritage, to the mixed melodies of one of the country’s biggest new rock acts Staind, the metal onslaught of Shadows Fall, and All That Remains, Springfield has become a musical hotbed. Fear Nuttin Band took the area by storm with their infamous live shows, and became hometown heroes when they were awarded wins in the Valley Advocate Grand Band Slam four years in a row, taking home the honors for best new band, best new reggae/ska band, and best party band.
Most recently, Fear Nuttin Band triumphantly competed in the nationwide Bodog Music Battle of the Bands, making them Boston’s champions and landing them a recording contract with Bodog Music. Fans watched as Fear Nuttin Band trekked the nation on the Bodog Battle reality TV series, winning the hearts and respect of their competitors and fans, and becoming a favorite among esteemed judges Johnny Rotten, Bif Naked and Billy Duffy. Fear Nuttin Band victoriously returned for the explosive Bodog Battle finale as the Alternative Press Magazine’s popular vote-back winner. Kevin Lyman, founder of the Warped Tour, told the band once, “All you need is one man to believe in this band and the rest is history.” Bodog Music’s founder Calvin Ayre is that man. Calvin was so excited about the public’s response to Fear Nuttin Band that even though they had been previously voted out of the competition, he made them a part of the Bodog Music roster alongside the Bodog Battle winners.
With their musical credo “Unify the Music, Unify the People,” the band has embarked on a musical mission. They have developed a worldwide following due in part to their unique sound, but also because of their diehard work ethic. Live, Fear Nuttin Band are an unforgettable force that draws audiences into the stage swagger of two of today’s most charismatic frontmen, Roosta and Prowla. Because of the band’s unique charisma and energy, they’ve played over 500 sold-out shows and toured the nation with the likes of Toots and the Maytals, Blink 182, Buju Banton, Green Day, Morgan Heritage, Fishbone, and graced several stages on the Vans Warped Tour. All this, plus the band has released several independent EPs, and developed their own merchandise line.
In 2007 Fear Nuttin Band linked up with famed producer Terry Date (The Deftones, Pantera, White Zombie, Korn) to take the reins on their Bodog Music debut record titled Yardcore. The album captures their infectious, energetic live performance while highlighting the vocalists’ phonetic banter and melodic verses. A mix of reggae, dance hall, and hard, heavy rock, the album is a progressive body of work. Peppered with political statements, the singers bare their souls through every track and speak of their personal values and beliefs. Yardcore is a crossbreed, a non-conformist body of work put together purely to give the listener something to think about. What it’s not is “Rockstaffari” bullshit — it’s an angsty, ballsy blend of hardcore instrumentals and vocals that scat and swoon with Jamaican nobility. Chris Regan and Jay Chung provide the wailing guitars and pocket riddem harmonies while Brian Daigle’s bass acts as the pulse of the rhythm section and Matt Penza’s drumming pyrotechnics pop and burst throughout the disc.
Fear Nuttin Band’s Yardcore is a real offering of love driven with intensity, and it might be the first album in history to cause a mosh pit that ends in hugs and high fives. Yardcore is set to be released in March 2008 on the Bodog Music label with simultaneous releases in America, Canada, Europe and the U.K.
Champagne
Fear Nuttin Band Lyrics
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Bubbly champagne purple burn in a di lobby
Buck up two gal you know we got to have it
Put it down tuff and welcome everybody
Listen up close this yah one it a no demo
Me and Chris and Roosta, Penza, Daigle, Jay up in the limo
Gal dem hear me voice when time it did a echo
Ice pan mi finga mi say ice pan mi feet
Ice inna mi ears and diamonds pan mi teeth
Gal dem say dem want we and dem just nah retreat,
Listen when Roosta sing sweet
Den him go so,
What you really wanna say the gal dem wanna come my way
What you really wanno do,
If dem want the big tings we have it
Bubbly champagne purple burn in a di lobby
Buck up two gal you know we got to have it
Put it down tuff and welcome everybody
So when mi da pon di stage a blaze
An mi jump off a it an mi have di craze
Yo di gal dem si mi and dem wa mi numbalater
Dem a call me and a tell mi come over
Champagne dem gimmi as mi enter dem say Roosta follow mi go to di veranda
Blaze purple haze and give if di earthquake yo she say she always want to go to Jamaica
Whole heap a gal dem blazin
Purple hazing, you it's so amazin dem neva lazing
Nuff a dem a come now, party can't done now,
The melodic one mi say him a go sing now
Den him go so
What you really wanna say the gal dem wanna come my way
What you really wanno do,
If dem want the big tings we have it
Bubbly champagne purple burn in a di lobby
Buck up two gal you know we got to have it
Put it down tuff and welcome everybody
If them want the big things we have it
Bubbly champagne purple burn in a di lobby
Buck up two gal you know we got to have it
Put it down tuff and welcome everybody
Yeah mi mek dem dance to the FN beat yah
Me love fi drink di Moet and Crystal
Put mi inna mind fi go buck up a cris gal
Want a fit gal and a legit gal, open up you mouth
And then sing dem yah hit gal, den she go so
But what you really wanna say the gal dem wanna come my way
What you really wanna do
If them want the big things we have it
Bubbly champagne purple burn in a di lobby
Buck up two gal you know we got to have it
Put it down tuff and welcome everybody
The Fear Nuttin Band's song "Champagne" is a high-energy, party-themed track that talks about living the high life and attracting attention from women. The opening lines suggest that the group has an abundance of wealth and are willing to share it with those around them, inviting everyone to partake in some "bubbly champagne." The verses go on to describe the group's wild lifestyle, mentioning their expensive jewelry and cars, as well as their popularity with women who are attracted to their success.
The chorus repeats the message that if anyone wants to join in on the good times, the group is more than happy to have them, and they encourage everyone to get wild and have fun. The lyrics are delivered with a confident, brash tone that matches the high-energy beat and makes for a carefree, good-time vibe throughout the song.
In essence, "Champagne" is a song about excess, indulgence, and having a great time. The group is living it up and sharing the wealth with those around them, and they're having so much fun that everyone else wants to join in. The lyrics are straightforward and unapologetic, celebrating the joy of living life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
If them want the big things we have it
We have everything they want, and we'll give it to them.
Bubbly champagne purple burn in a di lobby
We're showing off our wealth with our drinks in hand, making a scene everyone can see.
Buck up two gal you know we got to have it
We attract women with our success, and we won't settle for just one.
Put it down tuff and welcome everybody
We're putting on a show, and we want everyone to come and be a part of it.
Listen up close this yah one it a no demo
This is the real thing, not a practice run.
Me and Chris and Roosta, Penza, Daigle, Jay up in the limo
My crew and I are rolling in style, headed to the party.
Gal dem hear me voice when time it did a echo
Women are drawn to me and my voice echoing through the crowd.
And say them love mi you me hear dem say so, listen up
I'm hearing firsthand that women love me and want to be with me, and I'm embracing it.
Ice pan mi finga mi say ice pan mi feet
I'm decked out in ice on my fingers and even my feet.
Ice inna mi ears and diamonds pan mi teeth
Even my ears and teeth are sparkling with diamonds.
Gal dem say dem want we and dem just nah retreat,
Women are chasing us, and they're not giving up until they have us.
Listen when Roosta sing sweet
Listen to Roosta sing, he's got something special to offer.
What you really wanna say the gal dem wanna come my way
Are you really asking if women want to be with me? The answer is yes.
What you really wanno do,
What are you going to do once you realize how popular I am with women?
So when mi da pon di stage a blaze
I take the stage by storm, blazing and being the center of attention.
An mi jump off a it an mi have di craze
I jump off the stage in excitement and keep the party going.
Yo di gal dem si mi and dem wa mi numbalater
Women see me and want to be with me, they want to be my only one.
Dem a call me and a tell mi come over
Women are reaching out to invite us to join them.
Champagne dem gimmi as mi enter dem say Roosta follow mi go to di veranda
As we enter, the women offer us champagne and lead us to the veranda.
Blaze purple haze and give if di earthquake yo she say she always want to go to Jamaica
We're partying hard with purple haze, almost causing an earthquake. Women are expressing their desire to come to Jamaica with us.
Whole heap a gal dem blazin
There are a ton of women at this party, and they're all looking hot.
Purple hazing, you it's so amazin dem neva lazing
We're all enjoying the purple haze and having a great time, nobody is sitting around being lazy.
Nuff a dem a come now, party can't done now,
More women are showing up, and the party will never end.
The melodic one mi say him a go sing now
The melodious member of our crew starts to sing.
Yeah mi mek dem dance to the FN beat yah
Our music is making everyone dance and enjoy themselves.
Me love fi drink di Moet and Crystal
We party with the best of the best, drinking expensive Moet and Crystal.
Put mi inna mind fi go buck up a cris gal
Seeing these attractive women makes me want to find a high-class woman for myself.
Want a fit gal and a legit gal, open up you mouth
I'm looking for a woman who is gorgeous and respectable, one who speaks her mind and is open with me.
And then sing dem yah hit gal, den she go so
Once I find the perfect woman, I'll sing her praises and our romance will begin.
Contributed by Natalie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Deyan Mohamed
(y) nice one :)
NJ Jamero
Ya man