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Gregory Isaacs (born on 15 July 1951 in Fletchers Land, Kingston, Jamaica and died on 25 October 2010 in London) was a Reggae singer and songwriter. Gregory Anthony Isaacs is known as "The Cool Ruler" for his seductive crooning vocal style. Gregory attributed his greatest musical influences to R&B greats Sam Cooke and Percy Sledge, in addition to Delroy Wilson, Alton Ellis and Ken Boothe.
In the late 1960s, Gregory first performed in a vocal trio called The Concords, after being encouraged by Byron Lee. By 1970 the group had split up. He subsequently formed his own label, African Museum.
In the late 1970s he emerged as one of the most prolific and popular recording artists in Jamaica. He released a number of self-produced singles on his own African Museum (JA) label with Errol Dunkley. Much of Isaacs' output reflected the 'conscious' themes of Roots Reggae, but Isaacs was equally adept at interpreting more mainstream Lovers Rock material. Early hits include "My Only Lover", "Sinner Man" and "Mr. Cop", recorded at Lee Perry's Black Ark Studio.
A period in the 1970s with the GG's label and its producer Alvin Ranglin produced hits like "Border" and "Number One".
Personal problems affected him, particularly battles with a cocaine addiction and a possession charge, which prevented him from touring in North America for a significant part of his career, until a pardon could eventually be secured.
Isaacs recorded with a number of producers, including the Riddim Twin's (Sly & Robbie) Taxi Records, who gave them their first hit with 1979's "Soon Forward" , After a series of releases with Sly & Robbie, Gregory built a strong relationship with Gussie Clarke of the Music Works label. In addition to these local Jamaican labels, The Cool Ruler had had releases on Trojan, VP, Virgin's Front Line and English producer Tad A. Dawkin's Tad's Records. Isaacs would would eventually sign with Chris Blackwell's Island Records which resulted in the international release of Night Nurse (1982) and Out Deh! (1983).
Perhaps his most popular recordings in his native Jamaica are "All I Have Is Love", "Mr. Brown" and "Hard Drugs", the latter being an anti-drug anthem that dominated radio in the late 1980s and was released as a hidden track on England's Tad Records All I Have Is Love, Love Love LP.
In the 1990s Gregory's African Museum label continued to release all of Gregory Isaacs' music, and that of artists he produced. He continued to record and perform live in the 2000s, and it has been estimated that Isaacs has released over 500 records in his career, which includes singles and compilations.
Isaacs, who was 59 years old, died of lung cancer on 25 October 2010 at his home in London where he spent part of his time. A sad loss to the world.
Private Beach Party
Gregory Isaacs Lyrics
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Gonna do what we want after eleven
You miss me and tease me 'cause in the end you're gonna please me
At the private beach party, our own private beach party
We are going to the beach this Sunday morning
Gonna pick you up baby, so make sure you're ready
I'm gonna hold and touch you, show how much I miss you
We're gonna have a party, yeah
Our own private beach party, just you and me
We're going to the beach this Sunday morning
Gonna pick you up baby so make sure you're ready
I'm gonna hold and touch you, show how much I miss you
At the private beach party, our own private beach party
Gonna have a party, just you and me
You miss me and tease me 'cause in the end you're gonna please me
At the private beach party, our own private beach party, just you and me
Going to the beach this Sunday morning, oh, yeah
Gonna pick you up baby so make sure you're ready
I'm gonna hold and touch you, show how much I miss you
At the private beach party, Lord, our own private beach party
Gonna have a party, our own private beach party
You and me love gonna get it together, oh, yeah
We're gonna do what we want after eleven
Yes, you and me love gonna get it together
We're gonna do what we want after eleven
On the beach where we're gonna be
On the beach just you and me, having a party
Our own private beach party
Only you and me going to the party
The lyrics of Gregory Isaacs's song "Private Beach Party" depict a couple planning and going to a private beach party to have some quality time together. The song oozes with the throbbing beat of reggae that carries the listener to the beachside, where the couple is planning their intimate beach interaction. The lyrics are suggestive of the couple's desire to be with each other and savour the moment privately. The lyrics also imply that they might have been yearning to see each other, as phrases such as "you miss me and tease me, cause in the end, you're gonna please me," indicate. The phrase "gonna do what we want after eleven" suggests that the couple intends to spend the afterhours privately.
The chorus is repetitive, and this repetition is typical of the reggae style. It conveys the relaxed and leisurely atmosphere of the beach where the couple intends to be, enjoying each other's company without inhibition. There is a sense of freedom in the lyrics, a depiction of two people who have managed to take the time to connect and savour the moment. They call it "our own private beach party," implying ownership and exclusivity.
Overall, the lyrics of "Private Beach Party" paints a picture of a relaxed and intimate atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The song has a feel-good nature that encourages the listener to shed their worries and immerse themselves in the sensual sights and sounds of the private beach party.
Line by Line Meaning
You and me love gonna get it together
We are going to unite and spend time together
Gonna do what we want after eleven
We are going to have the freedom to do whatever we want after 11 PM
You miss me and tease me 'cause in the end you're gonna please me
You're teasing me now, but I know you'll make it up to me in the end
At the private beach party, our own private beach party
We are going to have a private beach party only between the two of us
We are going to the beach this Sunday morning
We have plans to go to the beach on Sunday morning
Gonna pick you up baby, so make sure you're ready
I'll come to pick you up, make sure you're ready to go
I'm gonna hold and touch you, show how much I miss you
I'm going to show you how much I've missed you by holding and touching you
We're gonna have a party, yeah
We're going to have a party and enjoy ourselves
Our own private beach party, just you and me
It will be a private beach party only between the two of us
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CARLTON LENNOX HINES, HOPETON LINDO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@vonbauer1417
I’ve been listening to this type of music for 2 years now. Growing up in SoCal reggae is wide spread. I’m 18 y/o now and this songs brings me tears of joys. Because I’m just so grateful for getting exposed to this music by my dad at such a young age. The music just make your soul feel refreshed. There just isn’t enough reggae in the world if you ask me.
@lydiakavai8165
In 2020 still on dot l really love this song big up. Who else 👌💪
@tanyaortiz5933
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@Bigrobrounder
It’s a classic, one of the best songs ever
@80sdon36
My favourite artist.
@izodize9033
same to me
@straightoutofstrat8722
Long time. Right On Right On. Long time. " All lovers around the world this one is for you.".
@debbielynch7171
This man can’t get any sexier. What a tune
@brendaizzard8936
My heart was broken when I got to knew that the cool ruler was no longer here but songs lives forever I so get caught into them tunes sometimes I have to just call out to Jah Rastafaria Blessed R.I.P my bearden RESPECT ONE LOVE
@brucechamelela7536
I miss him dearly