In 1999, Gentleman released his first album Trodin on and in 2002, his 2nd longplayer Journey to Jah. His album Confidence climbed to number 1 on the German album charts in 2004.
2007: Another Intensity
His career began with the collaboration of the band Freundekreis which produced the song “Tabula Rasa.” After beginning his career as dancehall deejay , his music oriented to the classic form of the reggae, as it was between 1970 and 1985, with artists as Bob Marley, Max Romeo, Jacob Miller, Junior Murvin, Devon Irons, Burning Spear and Black Uhuru. He sings mainly in Jamaica Patois English. With songs like “Send A Prayer” Gentleman expresses his deep belief in God from an universal religious persepctive. His album Confidence climbed to number 1 on the German album charts in 2004.
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Gentleman is also an Indie(ish) band from Maryland. Members of The Summer We Went West, Dawn Treader, Monument, etc.
Ring an deinem Finger
Gentleman Lyrics
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Ja, ja
Hold this thought, yeah
Well, then
Wir beide müssen lachen, haben wieder übertrieben
An der Wand klebt 'n Tetra Pak
Doch der Ring an deinem Finger hat es jeden Tag bewiesen
Nachbarn klingeln durch die ganz Nacht
Aber sag' mir, yeah
Wie sollt' ich anders können, Baby, außer dich zu lieben?
Und jetzt trägst du 'n Ring an dei'm Finger, Ring an dei'm Finger
Partners in crime, Diamanten sind für immer
Der Ring an dei'm Finger, Ring an dei'm Finger
Partners in crime, Diamanten sind für immer
Ich weiß es noch genau
Der Asphalt ist nass, riecht nach Regen
Bin mir sicher, diese Nacht werden wir nicht überleben
Dünne Wände, dicke Tränen
Schmeiß' den Liter Lipton Ice Tea neben dich an die Tapete
Du sagst, du musst raus hier
Seh' dich nur von hinten mit'm Koffer kurz nach vier durch die Haustür
Egal, wie sehr wir uns wehtun
Du bist zurückgekommen und seitdem trägst du 'n
Ring an dei'm Finger, Ring an dei'm Finger
Partners in crime, Diamanten sind für immer
Der Ring an dei'm Finger, Ring an dei'm Finger
Partners in crime, Diamanten sind für immer
Und wieder stehen wir da
Sagen Dinge, die wir nicht so meinen
Aber neben meinem Namen
Trägst du auf den Armen unsere Kleine (ahh)
Und den Ring an dei'm Finger, Ring an dei'm Finger
Partners in crime, Diamanten sind für immer
Der Ring an dei'm Finger, Ring an dei'm Finger
Partners in crime, Diamanten sind für immer
The song "Ring an deinem Finger" by Gentleman is a love song that tells the story of a couple who have been through rough times but have persevered and are now happily together. The lyrics are in German and talk about the relationship between the two lovers, describing the ups and downs they have experienced. The first verse talks about how they have laughed and had fun together, with evidence of their past still visible in the form of a Tetra Pak on the wall. However, the ring on her finger proves that what happened in Vegas did not stay there. Throughout the song, the singer describes different parts of their relationship, from the early days where they didn't think they would survive the night, to the present where they have a child together that she carries on her arm. The overall sentiment of the song is one of love and commitment, even when things get tough.
The song is interesting for several reasons. Firstly, it is sung by a Jamaican-German reggae artist, which makes it a unique blend of cultures. Secondly, the lyrics are not typical for a reggae song, which often deal with social or political issues, but instead focus on a personal and emotional topic. Thirdly, the song has a catchy melody and rhythm that make it easy to listen to and sing along with. Fourthly, the imagery used in the lyrics, such as the Tetra Pak on the wall and the Lipton Ice Tea on the floor, create a vivid picture of the couple's surroundings. Fifthly, the line "Partners in crime, Diamanten sind für immer" (Partners in crime, diamonds are forever) is a clever play on the James Bond phrase, "Diamonds are forever." Sixthly, the use of the German language adds an extra layer of depth to the song, making it more culturally relevant to German-speaking audiences. Seventhly, the song was released in 2017 and has since become a popular hit in Germany and beyond. Eighthly, the music video for the song features the singer in various locations, including a recording studio and a concert stage, as well as clips of the couple together. Ninthly, the song has been covered by other artists in different languages, including a Spanish version called "Anillo en Tu Dedo." Tenthly, Gentleman has collaborated with several other artists on his album, including Sean Paul and Konshens.
Unfortunately, the chords for "Ring an deinem Finger" are not known at this time.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold this thought, yeah
Remember this moment, let's pause for a second to appreciate it
Wir beide müssen lachen, haben wieder übertrieben
We are laughing together again, we tend to go overboard
An der Wand klebt 'n Tetra Pak
A Tetra Pak carton is stuck on the wall
Doch der Ring an deinem Finger hat es jeden Tag bewiesen
Your ring on your finger proves it every day
Dass nicht alles bleibt, was in Vegas war
Not everything stays in Vegas
Nachbarn klingeln durch die ganz Nacht
Neighbors are ringing all night
Aber sag' mir, yeah
But tell me, yeah
Wie sollt' ich anders können, Baby, außer dich zu lieben?
How could I do anything other than loving you, baby?
Und jetzt trägst du 'n Ring an dei'm Finger, Ring an dei'm Finger
And now you wear a ring on your finger, a partner in crime
Partners in crime, Diamanten sind für immer
Partners in crime, diamonds are forever
Ich weiß es noch genau
I remember exactly
Der Asphalt ist nass, riecht nach Regen
The asphalt is wet and smells like rain
Bin mir sicher, diese Nacht werden wir nicht überleben
I'm sure we won't make it through this night
Dünne Wände, dicke Tränen
Thin walls, heavy tears
Schmeiß' den Liter Lipton Ice Tea neben dich an die Tapete
I throw a liter of Lipton Ice Tea next to you onto the wallpaper
Du sagst, du musst raus hier
You say you need to leave here
Seh' dich nur von hinten mit'm Koffer kurz nach vier durch die Haustür
I only see you from behind with a suitcase shortly after four through the front door
Egal, wie sehr wir uns wehtun
No matter how much we hurt each other
Du bist zurückgekommen und seitdem trägst du 'n
But you came back and since then you wear a
Und wieder stehen wir da
And once again we're standing here
Sagen Dinge, die wir nicht so meinen
Saying things we don't really mean
Aber neben meinem Namen
But next to my name
Trägst du auf den Armen unsere Kleine (ahh)
You carry our little one in your arms (ahh)
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Written by: Tilmann Otto
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