There are two artists under this name:

1.) Half Pint (born Lindon Ro… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists under this name:

1.) Half Pint (born Lindon Roberts) is a Jamaican dancehall, ragga, and reggae singer. He was born in the West Kingston enclave of Rose Lane. He was nicknamed "Half Pint" by a Mr. Brown, who was the father of one of his mother's friends in nearby Waterhouse. Pint's first single, Sally, was released in 1983 followed by Winsome, which went on to be covered by the Rolling Stones in 1987. Other singles by Pint include Mr. Landlord, Level the Vibes, Substitute Lover, and the hit single, Victory. His 1986 single Greetings helped universalize the term raggamuffin. Sublime's 1996 hit What I Got is based on the chorus on Pint's Loving.

2.) Half Pint also refers to a Miami Bass rap artist.

Winsome
Half Pint Lyrics

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Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you
Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you

Everywhere
All over the place
Every man, he has
A picture of your face
Hey little girl
Don't you realize
This is a goddamn disgrace

Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you
Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you

Oh little girl
You never want me
Tomorrow night you say
You need my key
Hey little girl
Go and have a ball
You know one day girl
You're bound to fall

Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you
Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you

Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you
Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you

Everywhere
All over the place
Every man, he has
A picture of your face
Hey little girl
Don't you realize
This is a goddamn disgrace
Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you
Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you

Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude
Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you
Girl you're too bad
Girl you're too rude

Everyman I speak to
Says he wants you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Half Pint's song "Winsome" are about a woman who is very attractive and desirable to men, but she is also rude and reckless. The singer is addressing the woman directly, letting her know that everywhere he goes, men are talking about her and wanting her. However, he also points out that her behavior is a disgrace and that she will ultimately suffer the consequences of her actions. The lyrics suggest that the woman is using her beauty to manipulate men and that she is not truly interested in any of them.

The repetition of "girl you're too bad, girl you're too rude" emphasizes the singer's frustration with this woman's behavior. The line "every man, he has a picture of your face" further emphasizes her appeal and shows how widely known she is among men. However, the line "this is a goddamn disgrace" shows that the singer does not approve of her behavior and sees it as shameful.

Overall, the lyrics are a cautionary tale about the dangers of using one's physical attractiveness to manipulate others, and the ultimate consequences of such behavior.

Line by Line Meaning

Girl you're too bad
You have a reputation or attitude that is not desirable

Girl you're too rude
Your behavior or language is not polite or acceptable

Everyman I speak to Says he wants you
Many men find you attractive and express their interest in you

Everywhere All over the place
Your popularity or infamy is widespread and known by many

Every man, he has A picture of your face
Your image or reputation is so prominent that it is as if every man possesses a physical photograph of you

Hey little girl Don't you realize
I am addressing you, and want you to understand something important

This is a goddamn disgrace
This situation is unacceptable, shameful, and infuriating

Oh little girl You never want me Tomorrow night you say You need my key
You lead me on and then change your mind, causing emotional turmoil

Go and have a ball
Enjoy yourself and have fun

You know one day girl You're bound to fall
Your careless behavior and actions will eventually lead to a downfall or consequence

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: LINDON ROBERTS, LOWELL DUNBAR, ROBBIE SHAKESPEARE

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