Gyptian (born Windel Beneto Edwards, 25 October 1983, Oldham, England) is a… Read Full Bio ↴Gyptian (born Windel Beneto Edwards, 25 October 1983, Oldham, England) is an English-born Jamaican reggae singer. He often appears with roots reggae songs within the reggae subgenre dancehall.
Gyptain best known hits include Serious Times, Mama, Beautiful Lady, I Can Feel Your Pain, Love Against The Wall, Hold You and She's My Lady.

Born to a Seventh-day Adventist mother and Rastafarian father, Gyptian received his musical calling at the age of seven, when he began singing in the church. Recognizing his talent, his parents introduced him to Mr. Wong, a record producer from Portmore, St. Catherine. "I did not take it seriously," said Gyptian "My family members have always been carrying me to Portmore to see him, but I usually disappear. One day, they dropped me off at his studio and left me and it all began there."
Under the guidance of Mr. Wong and Earl Chinna Smith, Gyptian honed his sound, winning the 2004 Star Search talent competition at Kens Wild Flower Lounge in Portmore, earning him a spot at Sting 2004, dubbed the 'greatest one night reggae show on earth'.
The singer earned his nickname from his habit of tying a shirt around his head and twisting his chin hair like an Egyptian pharaoh.
In 2005 he scored two hits, "Is There A Place" on the Seasons Riddim and "Serious Times".
Nominated for Best New Entertainer at the 2006 International Reggae and World Music Awards, the twenty-three year old singer has been dominating the Jamaician charts with hits including "Is There a Place", "Beautiful Lady", and the chart-topping ballad, "Mama, Don't Cry".
His style of reggae music is considered lovers rock and roots reggae, with songs about political issues and love. His musical and lyrical style has been compared to established Jamaican artists, such as Sizzla, Luciano and Beres Hammond.
On 12 September 2006, Gyptian released his first album on VP Records. On 12 December 2007, Gyptian, while in New York, shot the music video for his new single, "I Can Feel Your Pain" (Cloud Nine Riddim) Produced by Jon FX. The song was the first to be confirmed to appear on his album "I Can Feel Your Pain" which was released in 2008.

As of the end of May 2010, his single "Hold Yuh" had peaked at number 91 on the Billboard Hot 100, number 33 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Chart, number 6 on the Billboard Heatseekers Songs Chart and had been at the top of the Reggae Digital Songs chart for nine consecutive weeks. In June, the song re-entered the Billboard Hot 100 and eventually reached a new peak of 77 on that chart, number 3 on the Heatseekers Songs chart, 31 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Chart, 63 on the Radio Songs chart and an astonishing peak of 28 on the Billboard Rhythmic Top 40, capitalizing it crossover success. The song also peaked at number 1 on the Dancehall/Reggae fusion Charts of the Jamaica Weekly Music Charts for two consecutive weeks. In Canada it peaked at #69 on the Canadian Hot 100. The official remix for the song features rapper Nicki Minaj. It spent 29 weeks on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Chart and 15 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100.
Gyptian has been enjoying chart success with his new album, Hold Yuh, which continues to hold the #2 spot on Billboard’s Reggae Albums Chart. The title track, “Hold Yuh,” has become a multi-chart hit worldwide and deemed a “2010 Summer Anthem.” According to Billboard Magazine “not since Wayne Wonder's "No Letting Go," has an underground reggae artist garnered as much attention in the United States as Jamaica's own Gyptian.” The song also became popular in the UK, and was released there on November 7 by Ministry of Sound Recordings, in an EP which will include remixes by Shy FX, Major Lazer and Toddla T.

If You Really Love Me
Gyptian Lyrics

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Na Na Na Na O O A
Sa Na Na Na Na O O A
Na Na Na Na O O Eaaaaa

Ecoutez Le!

Na Na Na Na O O A
Sa Na Na Na Na O O A

Na Na Na Na O O Eaaaaa

If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Wana Go No Day No Time Girl,
If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
Cause I Wont Stand In You Way If You Wana Go No Day No Time

Girl I Been Looking At Your Pictures In My Bed, Girl I Cant See How To Get You Out My Head,
I Wish My Heart Was A Pillow For You To Comfort On Girl,
I Give You All Of My Time To Give You My Tension

If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way No Day No Time,
If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Wana Go No Day No Time

Girl !!! Your My African Lady, One African Lady I Gata See Your One Of A Kind When Ever Im With You Girl I Never Get Faced Again Cause That Nest
Is Never Yet On My Mind

Say If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Wana Go No Day Nor Time Girl,
If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now, Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Wana Go No Day No Time

My Friends Has Been Telling Me That When Im Out Of Town Theres Always Another One Into I Man's Home I Didnt Believe It Oo!!!
When I First Hear It But Now Im Actually Seeing It And I Refuse To Belive It

If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Wana Go No Day No Time Girl,
If You Realy Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Wana Go No Day No Time Girl, Girl

Sta Na Na Na O.O.O. O.O Nahhhhh Nah Nah Oahaoaha Na Na Na Na Na O.O No No No O.O O.O Na Na Na No No No No

If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Wana Go No Day No Time,

If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Want To Go No Day No Time ,
Love Me, Love Me, Love Me...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Gyptian's song "If You Really Love Me" express the desire for clear communication in a relationship. The opening lines of the song are nonsensical, but create a catchy, upbeat introduction to the song. As the song continues, the chorus repeats the idea that the singer wants to be informed if their partner truly loves them, as they do not want to stand in their way if they want to end the relationship.

The verse describes the singer looking at pictures of their partner while lying in bed and feeling like they cannot get them out of their head. They express a desire to comfort their partner and give them their time and attention. However, the singer's friends have warned them that infidelity may be occurring in the relationship. The singer does not want to believe it but is starting to see evidence of it.

Overall, the lyrics emphasize the importance of open and honest communication in a relationship. The singer wants to know if their partner truly loves them and is willing to end the relationship if they don't. The verse describes the singer's desire to be close to their partner and care for them, while the chorus makes it clear that they will not try to hold the relationship together if it is not based on genuine love.

Line by Line Meaning

Na Na Na Na O O A
An expression of excitement and anticipation

Sa Na Na Na Na O O A
A continuation of the expression of excitement and anticipation

Na Na Na Na O O Eaaaaa
A prolonged expression of excitement and anticipation

Ecoutez Le!
Listen up, pay attention

If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
The artist is asking for honesty and clarity in the relationship

Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Wana Go No Day No Time Girl,
The singer is willing to let the other person go if they don't truly love them

Girl I Been Looking At Your Pictures In My Bed, Girl I Cant See How To Get You Out My Head,
The singer has a strong attraction and infatuation with the other person

I Wish My Heart Was A Pillow For You To Comfort On Girl,
The artist wants to provide comfort and support for the other person

I Give You All Of My Time To Give You My Tension
The artist is willing to invest time and emotional energy in the relationship

Girl !!! Your My African Lady, One African Lady I Gata See Your One Of A Kind When Ever Im With You Girl I Never Get Faced Again Cause That Nest
The artist values and admires the uniqueness of the other person, and feels a sense of security and comfort with them

Is Never Yet On My Mind
The singer is not worried or anxious about the relationship

Say If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now,
Repeating the request for honesty and clarity

My Friends Has Been Telling Me That When Im Out Of Town Theres Always Another One Into I Man's Home I Didnt Believe It Oo!!!
The singer has heard rumors of infidelity and is expressing disbelief

When I First Hear It But Now Im Actually Seeing It And I Refuse To Belive It
The singer is now confronted with evidence of infidelity and is struggling to accept it

Sta Na Na Na O.O.O. O.O Nahhhhh Nah Nah Oahaoaha Na Na Na Na Na O.O No No No O.O O.O Na Na Na No No No No
Repeating the earlier expression of excitement and anticipation

If You Really Love Me Let Me Know Right Now Cause I Wont Stand In Your Way If You Want To Go No Day No Time ,
Repeated requests for honesty and willingness to let the other person go if they don't truly love the artist

Love Me, Love Me, Love Me...
A plea for love and affection

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