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.
Perfect Storm
Lutan Fyah Lyrics
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Yeah, say it to my face
Cause I remember when we let our clothes hit the floor
And we laid in bed with hours to waste
The silver sun is fading
Tell me we still have a chance
There′s a light on the horizon
You see me coming for ya
Cause the hot, hot heat won′t stop
We got the push and the pull
But I can't let you go
You got me tongue tied and twisted
Every time you say no
You got me falling, falling
So gimme what I'm waiting for
We come together like a perfect storm
Won′t you come a little closer?
I′ll let you run right through my veins
The neon lights are burning
Maybe we still have a chance
Yeah, the tides are always changing
So I'm running for ya
You see me coming for ya
Cause the hot, hot heat won′t stop
We got the push and the pull
But I can't let you go
You got me tongue tied and twisted
Every time you say no
You got me falling, falling
So gimme what I′m waiting for
We come together like a perfect storm
Clouds come rolling in the darkness
You're my dirty, sweet weakness
Feel the thunder and the lightning
Underneath the diamonds
We keep coming back for more
We keep coming back for more
We keep coming back for more
We got the push and the pull
But I can′t let you go
You got me tongue tied and twisted
Every time you say no
You got me falling, falling
So gimme what I'm waiting for
We come together like a perfect storm
We come together, we come together
We come together like a perfect storm
In the song "Perfect Storm" by Lutan Fyah, the singer speaks about his desire for the person he loves to express their love to him openly. He longs for them to tell him that they want him to his face just as they did in the past when they used to enjoy each other's company. The lyrics go on to talk about the challenges they face and the push/pull that they experience, but despite this, the singer cannot let go. The chorus repeats the phrase "We come together like a perfect storm," signifying that even though their relationship may be chaotic and tumultuous, there's a magnetic pull between the two of them that they can't resist. The last verse references the darkness and thunder, suggesting that the relationship may have some troubles or conflicts, and yet, they keep coming back to each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Just tell me that you want me
Express your feelings for me honestly and straightforwardly.
Yeah, say it to my face
Let me know in person, don't keep me guessing.
Cause I remember when we let our clothes hit the floor
And we laid in bed with hours to waste
I recall the intimate moments we shared and the time we spent together.
The silver sun is fading
Tell me we still have a chance
Despite the end of the day being near, assure me that our relationship can still be salvaged.
There's a light on the horizon
So I'm running for ya
You see me coming for ya
Cause the hot, hot heat won't stop
Despite the obstacles, I see a glimmer of hope in our relationship, and I am determined to pursue it.
We got the push and the pull
But I can't let you go
You got me tongue tied and twisted
Every time you say no
You got me falling, falling
So gimme what I'm waiting for
We come together like a perfect storm
Our relationship is complicated and we face challenges, but I cannot let go of my feelings for you. Every time you reject me, it only intensifies my desire for you. We are like a perfect storm, meant to be together.
Won't you come a little closer?
I'll let you run right through my veins
I am inviting you to get closer to me, to become a part of me and my life.
The neon lights are burning
Maybe we still have a chance
Yeah, the tides are always changing
So I'm running for ya
You see me coming for ya
Cause the hot, hot heat won't stop
Despite the odds, I believe we may still have a chance. Life is unpredictable and there's always room for change, so I am making an effort to pursue you once again.
Clouds come rolling in the darkness
You're my dirty, sweet weakness
Feel the thunder and the lightning
Underneath the diamonds
Even when things get dark and difficult, you are my irresistible desire. Together, we are electrifying, shining as brightly as diamonds.
We keep coming back for more
We keep coming back for more
We keep coming back for more
Despite our ups and downs, we keep returning to each other, drawn together by an irresistible force.
We come together like a perfect storm
We come together, we come together
We come together like a perfect storm
Our love is fierce and powerful, like a perfect storm. We are meant to be together, and nothing can change that.
Writer(s): Tony Martin, Mark Eugene Nesler, Joanna Smith
Contributed by Bella W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@edwardgkemp1682
The music is sound vibration of frequency Thanks for that lutan fyah
@yogi2983
Lutan Fyah has never missed in almost 2 decades since I've been a fan. What a genius!
@michaelfaris4925
This is incredible. This man’s music is meditation for me. His voice is blessed. Respect from Pakistan & Canada.
@ajaytranter2655
Same here . Meditation is the perfectt word I replay it daily
@djdevachildmusic876
Such an underrated song !!! Blessing and more life lutan Fyah 🔥🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯💯💯
@user-lx5zw6bv1f
Respect from Brazil guy, is so much incridble song
@robbert-
4000 Views? This deserves 4.000.000.000 views!
@RastaLivityZim
Say no more Ras 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
@openyourlies
50k!
@jarvis6518
57K. Putting this on repeat.🔥