I- Octane excelled in the sciences at school, but the pulsating and persistent call of music
Interrupted his planned journey into Architecture. Since his All-Age school days, he was
Known as a fiery deejay armed with spit-fire lyrics and cutting rhythms to fit any occasion
While being a regular feature of school concerts and barbecues at Knox, he was constantly bombarded by requests from friends to dive head-on into the music business.
Doing it strictly for fun back then, he did not consider it seriously until after one of his
Scorching performance when a producer approached him. The producer convinced him to use his raw natural ability and not wait any longer before getting into the business.
Listening to the producer, and thinking about the words of his friends, I-Octane began to give serious thought to getting deeper with music. He assessed his strengths, and summed up that he had above average talent. With that in mind, he made the decision.
He then chose a name that would represent the high energy and consistent work which he put into his music. He then modified the βHigh Octaneβ gasoline concept to become I-Octane.
Since than he stepped up his game to become more visible in the often turbulent and cut-throat road to dancehall stardom. He worked at more barbecues and small stage shows, and tried harder to get his voice on a record. As fate would have it, words spread in dancehall circles about his exceptional natural ability, and he was approached by the famed Donovan Germain to do work with Penthouse Records.
In 2000, he recorded βOh Jahβ, βStepp A Seedβ for Penthouse, plus βLove In The streetsβ with Beers Hammond, Buju Banton and Assassin. These artistes are in no uncertain terms the cream of Jamaica music, so Octane took their decision to record the track with him as solid treatment to his talent. Working with than turned out to be much more than a mere morale booster.
At Penthouse he developed stronger and better vocals, which led to his soaring confidence on the microphone and on the stage. He landed a slot on Beenie Man`s
Summer Sizzle stage show, and represented his craft well, creating an even bigger buzz
with the name. He has now been featured in newspaper articles from the two leading
publications.
He followed up with βsubstanceβ and βWhatβs Going Onβ for the Arrows Label, and βWar No Moreβ and βJeansβ for the H2O Label. He then did βNo Loveβ for the Purple Skunk Label for which a music video medley which features Stevie Face was shot recently. This music video has been a popular number upon local networks, giving I-Octane even more visibility.
I-Octane considers himself as an βacross the boardβ deejay. He can arm himself with any type of lyrics depending on the occasion, and he writes his own tunes as well. He describes himself as an βeasy goingβ person, who does not worry about things. He prides
himself in the ability to listen and observe carefully.
The Arrows Label, also Known for seamless productions and exceptional work, has placed I-Octane under their management wing. Since being there, he has developed even more vocally under their guidance.
He is now working to put together an album by year-end.
In his spare time, I-Octane prefers activities which make him grow in one way or another.
He mediates at times or listens to the reasoning of elders in the music. When not doing that, he makes sure he stays fresh with lyrics by reading motivational books.
Happy Tyme
I Octane Lyrics
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Man have life
Bring a vybz pon di corner
Done wid the crime and the drama
Touch the road fresh like river water
White teas the time warmer
And the girls dem a dance to da song yah
Phone ring a who a the caller
No Versi the road carver
Mi tell him, a happy time, happy time yea
When a happy time yo know weh fi find mi
It's an holiday, inna the streets wi a go be
A happy time, happy time yea
When a happy time yo know weh fi find mi
It's an holiday, inna the streets wi a go be
Nazine the place govern
Mad thing when mi engine turn on
North cost wid mi girls dem hug on
Plus the tugs dem deh, deh
So nothing cyaa go wrong
Dem a tell mi fi come on
Mi tell dem mi no ready
Caw mi stubborn
Because the party it loud like truck horn
If mi si yo girl and call to are general
Mi no mean no harm
(Repeat)
White teas, white sneak, out a the dress code
Mi no left black woman a text, mi a text back
Zoom ring off mi phone mi seh yow dan
Him seh Octane the link meck back
Link roll up pon the block and wi go step that
3 party wi crush and wi have a next stop
Woman si mi and a tear off mi vest top
Careless, vex not, guess what
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In "Happy Tyme," I Octane talks about leaving behind the negativity and embracing the happy times. He recognizes that life is precious and that one should make the most of it while they have it, spitting lines like "Man have life" and "Touch the road fresh like river water." He encourages others to do the same, saying "Done wid the crime and the drama" and repeating the chorus line "When a happy time yo know weh fi find mi."
Line by Line Meaning
Man have life
People are alive and well
Bring a vybz pon di corner
Bringing energy to the corner of the neighborhood
Done wid the crime and the drama
No more criminal activity or drama
Touch the road fresh like river water
Feeling pleasant and rejuvenated while walking on the street
White teas the time warmer
Wearing white teas to keep warm
Yes the tugs dem a burn marijuana
Some people are smoking marijuana
And the girls dem a dance to da song yah
Girls are dancing to the music
Phone ring a who a the caller
Someone's phone is ringing and they don't know who's calling
No Versi the road carver
Nobody is carving the road; it's open for traveling
Mi tell him, a happy time, happy time yea
I'm telling him that it's a happy time
When a happy time yo know weh fi find mi
Whenever it's a happy time, you know where to find me
It's an holiday, inna the streets wi a go be
It's a holiday, and we're going to be in the streets
Nazine the place govern
Nazine is in charge of the place
Mad thing when mi engine turn on
Crazy things happen when my engine turns on
North cost wid mi girls dem hug on
I'm hanging out with my girls on the North Coast
Plus the tugs dem deh, deh
In addition, some tough people are there
So nothing cyaa go wrong
So nothing can go wrong
Dem a tell mi fi come on
They're telling me to come on
Mi tell dem mi no ready
I'm telling them that I'm not ready
Caw mi stubborn
Because I'm stubborn
Because the party it loud like truck horn
The party is very lively
If mi si yo girl and call to are general
If I see your girlfriend and speak to my friend
Mi no mean no harm
I don't mean any harm
White teas, white sneak, out a the dress code
Wearing white teas and sneakers that aren't part of the dress code
Mi no left black woman a text, mi a text back
I don't ignore messages from Black women, I text back
Zoom ring off mi phone mi seh yow dan
My phone is ringing and I say 'hello Dan'
Him seh Octane the link meck back
He says that Octane has made the connection
Link roll up pon the block and wi go step that
We go step up when the link rolls up in the neighborhood
3 party wi crush and wi have a next stop
We will go to three parties and then go to the next stop
Woman si mi and a tear off mi vest top
Women see me and try to tear off my vest top
Careless, vex not, guess what
I don't care and I'm not upset, guess what
Contributed by Mackenzie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Anthony Jarrett
How can someone dislike this song?
ParisMom
I love I- Octane & his music
Kemosi Jr lV
Back in high school this was a banger π°πͺ
Studio Fit Ukiah
Love this song!
Owen Dale
I -Octane; Jamaican superb singer
Truly blessed and gifted as an artist
Great blessings upon him always
God bless him always, in all his
future endeavous
God bless him always, with long life
good health and prosperityΒ Β
JOWE π΅
MUITO LEGAL ESSA MUSICA GOSTEI MUITO!
Shiru Ndichu
such a catchy tune
lethrishia grant
nice song and video! big up i octane every time!
kelvin munene
its 8 years later and still a hit ...mad love from kenya
Tins S. A.
love love love love love this song!