There are four artists with this name:

1)
Born George Brooks Vei… Read Full Bio ↴There are four artists with this name:

1)
Born George Brooks Veikoso

Fiji is one of the biggest polynesian artists of our time. His golden voice and musical blends have launched him on the world stage as a pioneer of the Pacific Island Sound… .. A fusion of classic reggae, Hip-Hop, R & B and Jazz set Fiji apart as a performer. His unique style defies the idea of categorizing artists into a single genre of music, giving Fiji widespread appeal and capturing his array of musical influences….. For those that love Hawaiian-style Hip Hop, Fiji offers established fans his recognizable energy and remarkable personality. Newcomers to his music embrace his smooth voice and exotic sound….. Previous albums Evolution and Born and Raised brought successful unique island style to the mainstream, launching Fiji as the one of the most recognized Polynesian artist in the world. Gratitude included hits like “Smokin Session” and “She’s Da Bomb.” co-written by Fiji, as well as a remake of Otis Redding’s “Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay,” Songs from the album were heard on Bay Watch Hawaii and MTV’s Real World Hawaii. Transition carries on his tradition of soulful voices and appealing sounds. His latest release, Independence Day, has made the greatest impact on the pacific and west coast music scene….. Fiji has successfuly captured the beauty and allure of the island life through his music. In 1998, he earned the Na Hoku Hanohano Award for Male Vocalist of the year and Entertainer of the year, solidifying his place among Polynesian fans and introducing his sound to a wide audience of listeners. Embracing the Polynesian style, he has introduced music lovers around the world to his own take ..ting edge island music. ..
www.fijiband.ch
2) Fiji is a metal band from København/Slagelse, Sjælland - Denmark

Fiji was nominated in the category Talent of the year 2008 at the Danish Metal Awards.

Discography:

Cold Beers & Bleeding Ears
Recorded spring 2008 in CB Studio
Mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen

1. Cold Beers And Bleeding Ears
2. The Fallen One
3. Skulls And Scars
4. Your God Is Dead
5. Combustion
6. Kneel Down Mr. Hyde

Long Shadows On A Short Day
Recorded fall 2005 in Far Out Studio
Mixed and mastered by Fiji and Haggren

1. Go!
2. Shadows
3. Exposed
4. Turn The Tide

Official site: fijionline.dk

Official Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/fijionline

Band members: Kim - Guitar
Martin - Guitar
Jon - Bass
Kristian - Vocals
Janus - Drums

3) Fiji is a Swiss electro band located in Berne.

4) Fiji is the solo project of Jamie Hince, post Scarfo. He later went on to form the Kills.

What You See
Fiji Lyrics

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Well, yeah, ah
Well, yeah, hmmm

I know, I know how it is
I'm just not that type of guy

Pardon me, miss if I'm not paying you no mind
I never meant to do it

I'm not cut out from the same cloth as them other guys
Baby, not to ruin

You're attention is focused on something more
I can see it in your eyes
If this is meant to be, I'll be down for sure
Just let the dark clouds pass you by

What you see is what you get
Take it or leave it
If you think you seen it all, you ain't seen nothing yet
Best believe it
Just ask somebody if you don't know
They will reveal it
If you ain't ready, don't come close
I will conceal it

It's just another episode, episode

I know you're used to shot-callers and ballers and big fancy cars
With the spoilers
And baby I'm not the kind of guy that likes to let others know
What I have inside

I'm just real and that's all it is
Baby what you want to do? Tell me what's the biz
Real gangstas keep it low and crisp
It is what it is
You better notice

It's just another episode, episode
It's just another episode, episode

Let me give you the ground rules if you're rolling with a man like me
You know say Fiji nuh easy
Complication comes with the territory, you better be by my side
Tragedy or glory

I'm looking for that specific kind of woman
A prototype woman
Not one who spends the nighttime roaming, hanging with her folks
Her reputation ruined

It's just another episode, episode
It's just another episode, episode

It's just another episode, episode
Another episode, episode …

Overall Meaning

The song "What You See" by Fiji is a soulful and mellow tune that speaks to the singer's nature as a different kind of guy in the face of his potential love interest. Fiji confesses that he is not cut out from the same cloth as other guys who are known for their flashy lifestyle of shot-calling, balling, and flashy cars with spoilers. Instead, he's a real gangsta who chooses to keep it low and crisp. He sets himself apart by his realness and being himself, a trait he makes no apologies for.

In the chorus, Fiji urges his potential love interest to take him as he is, or leave him alone, emphasizing the importance of being yourself at all times. He gives listeners insights into his personality and expectations, which includes being specific about the kind of woman he's looking for. Fiji also hopes to disarm his love interest’s skepticism by informing her about the ground rules when she’s with him.

Line by Line Meaning

Well, yeah, ah
Expressing affirmation with a hint of anticipation.

Well, yeah, hmmm
Further expressing affirmation with curiosity and intrigue.

I know, I know how it is
Acknowledging and empathizing with the situation at hand.

I'm just not that type of guy
Admitting that they do not fit the stereotypical mold of the guys the person may be used to.

Pardon me, miss if I'm not paying you no mind
Apologizing for not giving the person enough attention.

I never meant to do it
Reiterating that the lack of attention was not intentional.

I'm not cut out from the same cloth as them other guys
Emphasizing that the person is different from the typical guys the person may be around.

Baby, not to ruin
Addressing the situation delicately and with care.

You're attention is focused on something more
Recognizing that the person's attention is elsewhere.

I can see it in your eyes
Using nonverbal cues to understand and empathize with the person's feelings.

If this is meant to be, I'll be down for sure
Expressing willingness to go the distance if the relationship is meant to be.

Just let the dark clouds pass you by
Encouraging the person to wait for a better time and not rush into anything.

What you see is what you get
Stating that there are no hidden motives or secrets.

Take it or leave it
Giving the person the option and control to make their own decision.

If you think you seen it all, you ain't seen nothing yet
Challenging the person's assumptions and expectations.

Best believe it
Asserting that the statement is true and should not be doubted.

Just ask somebody if you don't know
Referring the person to others for confirmation or verification.

They will reveal it
Implying that others will speak the truth if asked.

If you ain't ready, don't come close
Warning the person that they may not be prepared for what they will see.

I will conceal it
Hiding something that the person might not be ready to see.

It's just another episode, episode
Referring to their actions and relationship as another chapter or installment.

I know you're used to shot-callers and ballers and big fancy cars
Acknowledging the person's history and experiences.

With the spoilers
Describing the details of the cars.

And baby I'm not the kind of guy that likes to let others know
Admitting to being a private and reserved person.

What I have inside
Indicating that there is something more beneath the surface.

I'm just real and that's all it is
Expressing authenticity and genuineness.

Baby what you want to do? Tell me what's the biz
Asking for the person's thoughts and opinions.

Real gangstas keep it low and crisp
Stating that true gangsters remain controlled and composed.

It is what it is
Accepting the situation as it is without trying to change it.

You better notice
Warning the person to take notice of the details and implications.

Let me give you the ground rules if you're rolling with a man like me
Preparing the person for what to expect if they continue a relationship with the singer.

You know say Fiji nuh easy
Emphasizing that Fiji is not an easy person to handle.

Complication comes with the territory, you better be by my side
Admitting that complications are inevitable and the person should be prepared for them.

Tragedy or glory
Implying that the relationship may result in a great success or a great failure.

I'm looking for that specific kind of woman
Stating that the singer has a particular type of woman in mind.

A prototype woman
Describing the ideal qualities that the artist is searching for in a woman.

Not one who spends the nighttime roaming, hanging with her folks
Rejecting a type of person who is careless and lacks stability.

Her reputation ruined
Emphasizing the negative consequences of careless behavior.

Another episode, episode …
Reiterating that the relationship is an installment and urging the person to continue to observe and learn.

Writer(s): VEIKOSO GEORGE BROOKS, STEVENS WAYNE FITZGERALD

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