Much, much more than a deejay, much more than a singer and more than a chanter too Lutan Fyah also plays guitar, keyboards and the kette drum. He holds strong beliefs in originality at all times and so he is a songwriter too and, as the New Millennium has progressed, he has developed his very own idiosyncratic and unique vocal styling. He embraced the Rastafarian religion at the age of sixteen but his songs are not always strictly Rasta. As a "living man with work to do" he ranges over all subjects and everything and anything can inspire him to write, to play, to chant, to sing and to deejay. Preaching to the converted can prove to be a fairly easy task but to take the same message all around the world is a totally different ball game.
Born Anthony Martin in Thompson Pen, Spanish Town in the parish of St. Catherine, Jamaica his formative years were spent in an environment where music was omnipresent. His grandfather ran a Sound System and artists such as Lt. Stitchie, Papa San and Lady G would gather in the family's yard to practise and perfect their skills on the microphone.
"I grew up around a Sound System. Music flows through my bones ..." Lutan Fyah
Music proved to be an incredible influence on young Anthony but sport, and football in particular, proved to be another and he started playing as a midfielder, a position where he excelled, in teams in his local community. He graduated to his school team, St. Andrew Technical High School, and eventually made the grade as a professional in Jamaican Premier League clubs De la Vega and Constant Spring; but the call of music proved too strong to resist and in 1999 he hung up his football boots and took the first steps towards a musical career.
Like so many others before and after Anthony Martin trod that same dispiriting round of Kingston's studios and record producers where he was met with indifference and at times ignorance. However there was a different reception at Mark Myrie's Aksum Studios where the young chanter's promise was immediately recognised and he passed his audition with flying colours. The man now known as Lutan Fyah spent what he terms his 'internship' at Gargamel where he recorded over sixteen songs for Buju Banton while also freelancing for other producers. His debut release was actually for the Crazy Hate label and 'Ambassador' signalled the arrival of a significant new talent in Kingston's musical maelstrom.
The resurgence of the Rastafarian influence and the Bobo Dread phenomenon in reggae music was an indicator of serious times in Jamaica as a new generation of singers and deejays came to the conclusion that the only credible solution to the current malaise was to "love the word of God and thy neighbour as thyself". Others, who shall remain nameless, were not slow to realise that this presented a heaven sent opportunity to jump aboard the bandwagon for a handy ride on the fast track to fame and money. Many futile attempts were made to hitch a ride to stardom and the words of God were readily mouthed by tongues that had previously been wrapped around the more worldly concerns of the dance hall. But artists such as Lutan Fyah were there for the long run for "the race is not to the swift" and his music was at all times driven by his deep beliefs. His devotion to the Rastafarian religion has meant that he has stayed the course while so many pretenders have fallen by the wayside.
All For You
Lutan Fyah Lyrics
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(Chorus)
I wanna give you what you came for
The loving that you need I got it right there
Yes, I wanna give you what you came for
The loving that you need I got it, I got it, I got it
(Lutan Fyah)
When mi shub you fi shub it back
That same little sumtten you fi do mi dat, yes
When mi shub you fi shub back
You coulda lock it down tight mi a pull the lock.
(Samora)
You could a lock it long time but you're always on the road
Your love is all I need like never before
You know you got the keys so come and unlock mi door
Let me show you what you came for
(Chorus)
I wanna give you what you came for
The loving that you need I got it right there
Yes, I wanna give you what you came for
The loving that you need I got it, I got it, I got it
(Samora)
You got it all so don't get away
Let it flow while we're intimate
I'm all the reasons why you have to stay
Give me di thing now
(Lutan Fyah)
Long distance we travelling, so my girl hold a steady pace
Your heart beat faster while we embrace
Screaming for more while we anticipate
Put my fingers below your waist.
(Chorus)
I wanna give you what you came for
The loving that you need I got it right there
Yes, I wanna give you what you came for
The loving that you need I got it, I got it, I got it
Bless this brand new day
Cause what we have them can't replace
Yes we are in another space
No me no care what they say
(Chorus)
I wanna give you what you came for
The loving that you need I got it right there
Yes, I wanna give you what you came for
The loving that you need I got it, I got it, I got it
The song "Falling for You" by Lutan Fyah featuring Samora is a romantic duet with sensual and passionate undertones. The song is essentially about the two singers expressing their love for each other and their desire to fulfill each other's sexual needs. Lutan Fyah's lyrics describe his willingness to fulfill his partner's desires with lines like "I wanna give you what you came for" and "The loving that you need I got it, I got it, I got it." Meanwhile, Samora sings about the connection they share and how she needs his love like never before, "Your love is all I need like never before."
The lyrics use Jamaican patois, which adds to the authenticity of the song as a reggae/ska genre. The use of patois also highlights the culture and language of Jamaica. Lutan Fyah's verse is the perfect counterpart to Samora's verse, as it creates a call and response effect musically. The song has a subtle pace that builds up towards the chorus, creating an intimate atmosphere that is enhanced by the singers' delivery. Overall, the song is about fulfilling each other's desires and the strong connection, both emotional and physical, that the singers share.
Line by Line Meaning
I got it all for you
I have everything you need
I wanna give you what you came for
I want to provide you with what you desire
The loving that you need I got it right there
I have the love you need, it's readily available
Yes, I wanna give you what you came for
I truly desire to fulfill your needs
The loving that you need I got it, I got it, I got it
I have all the love you need, in abundance
When mi shub you fi shub it back
When I show you love, I expect the same in return
That same little sumtten you fi do mi dat, yes
You should reciprocate the same love I show you
You coulda lock it down tight mi a pull the lock.
Even if you try to lock your love down, I will break through and show you my love
You could a lock it long time but you're always on the road
You may try to hold back your love, but you are always traveling and distant
Your love is all I need like never before
I need your love now more than ever before
You know you got the keys so come and unlock mi door
You hold the key to my heart, so come open it up with your love
Let me show you what you came for
I want to show you the love and affection you desire
You got it all so don't get away
You have everything I need, so I don't want you to leave
Let it flow while we're intimate
Let us be in the moment and let our love flow freely
I'm all the reasons why you have to stay
I am the reason you should stay, because I have everything you need
Give me di thing now
Show me your love now, in this moment
Long distance we travelling, so my girl hold a steady pace
Although we are far apart, we need to have patience and maintain our love
Your heart beat faster while we embrace
When we are together, our love intensifies
Screaming for more while we anticipate
We are eager for more love and affection
Put my fingers below your waist.
I want to show you physical affection and love
Bless this brand new day
Let us be grateful for this new day and the love we share
Cause what we have them can't replace
Our love is unique and cannot be replaced by anyone else's
Yes we are in another space
We are in a different, special place in our love
No me no care what they say
I don't care what others say, our love is what matters most
Lyrics © HAPILOS PUBLISHING, LLC
Written by: Anthony Martin, Res Staudenmann, Samora Souprayen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jimmy Spice Curry
on Money (feat. Lutan Fyah)
Nice song