Matthieu Tota, is the son of professional footballer André Tota and his mother is Brigitte Tota. His parents divorced in 1998 when he was just 13. As a child, he studied at an elementary school in Hohberg, and later at Collège Paul-Émile Victor in Mundolsheim, and Lycée Aristide Briand in Schiltigheim near Strasbourg. As a young man, football (soccer) became his first ambition and he wanted to be a professional player. But he opted for music.
Matthieu Tota explained about the origin of his name Pokora in an interview during the documentary Mis à jour broadcast on 26 August 2010 about him on NRJ 12 television station. He said he was searching for an artistic name and happened to be talking to his grand mother of Polish origin and the importance of humility came up. So he asked her how do we say humility in Polish language and she said "pokora". So Matthieu immediately decided to call himself Pokora. Matt came form his name Matthieu. So he became to be known by his stage name Matt Pokora.
He earned some public attention as a member of French R&B group, Mic Unity. In fall 2003, he participated in the third season of Popstars, a French talent reality television show broadcast on M6. The concept of the program was to present possible candidates the winners of which would take part in the formation of a boy band or girl band. He was a crowd and jury favourite, and became a member of a boy band called Linkup formed with Lionel and Otis, two other winners in 2003 Popstars. The female winners were formed into another group Diadems formed of Marylore, Angel, Pookie, Ophélie and Alexandra. In the final showdown, the boy band including Mattieu Tota won the series over the girl band Diadems, who ended up runners-up.
Their first Linkup single "Mon Étoile" was very successful topping French charts, and the debut album Notre Étoile was moderately successful. However the second single release "Une seconde d'éternité" was much less successful despite good sales.
The band tried again their hand in a collaboration with the British boy band Blue making a bilingual English/French version with Blue based on the latter's song "Bubblin'". The bilingual English/French Blue/Linkup version was entitled "You & Me Bubblin". Soon afterwards, Linkup disbanded due to poor performance of sales on releases
In 2004, soon after the break-up of Linkup, Mattieu started working preparing for a solo career collaborating with the producers Kore & Skalp.
Under the stage name Matt Pokora, he released his first eponymous solo album originally entitled Matt Pokora. In 2005, he was forced to change his chosen name after a lawsuit from French R&B singer Matt Houston. As a result, he changed his stage name to M. Pokora and re-released the album as M. Pokora.
The debut single from M. Pokora was the very successful. Called "Showbiz (The Battle)" it was a Top 10 hit in France, and also charted in Belgium and Switzerland. The second single Elle me contrôle featuring Sweety reached #6 in France and Pokora received two NRJ Music Awards for the single. Yet a third successful single was released called "Pas sans toi". The album released on Universal was certified gold.
He also started collaborating with Hakim Ghorab who became his long-time choreographer and took part in many of his music videos. He also developed a close collaboration with music video director Karim Ouaret who directed most of his successful videos.
Dangerous
M. Pokora Lyrics
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She's got an appetite that won't stop
The way that she's dancing should be against the law
She likes to show off her body
Act like the life of the party
And make it hard for you to keep her
'Fore it starts to play with your mind
She's supersonic (onic)
Her eyes are so hypnotic, yeah
I used to think that she was innocent
She's got the passion
That girl is dangerous
Better be careful
That girl is dangerous
You'll learn the hard way
That girl is dangerous
She's dangerous, dangerous
She's got the passion
That girl is dangerous
Better be careful
That girl is dangerous
You'll learn the hard way
That girl is dangerous
She's dangerous, dangerous
She'll do anything for a good time
She'll break your pockets down to the last dime
She's so exotic (xotic)
And it's so amazing (mazing)
She's the perfect girl for any occasion
And it's just a matter of time
'Fore it starts to play with your mind
That girl is evil
Her love should be illegal
You'll get too close ???
She's got the passion
That girl is dangerous
Better be careful
That girl is dangerous
You'll learn the hard way
That girl is dangerous
She's dangerous, dangerous
She's got the passion
That girl is dangerous
Better be careful
That girl is dangerous
You'll learn the hard way
That girl is dangerous
She's dangerous, dangerous
Sebastian
Actin' all sophisticated
So new like you can't upgrade it
Can't hate it, eh eh eh eh
With the diamonds all in the ear (low)
Bluetooth all in the ear (ho)
Check how the story unfolds
You in VIP and she's schemin' up a plot
You're pushin' up the bottles
And she pushin' up her top
She ??? her stares, then whippin' through her hair
Then she shake her derrière, eh eh eh eh eh
You just thinkin' the draws might drop
But I'm just thinkin' she's countin' out your ???
You feelin' at your shirt pockets like you been shot
But you really been got
Let's rock
She's got the passion
That girl is dangerous
Better be careful
That girl is dangerous
You'll learn the hard way
That girl is dangerous
She's dangerous, dangerous
She's got the passion
That girl is dangerous
Better be careful
That girl is dangerous
You'll learn the hard way
That girl is dangerous
She's dangerous, dangerous
The song "Dangerous" by M. Pokora ft Timbaland & Sebastian is about a woman who is wild and unpredictable. The lyrics describe her as having a strong appetite that never stops and dancing that should be against the law. She likes to show off her body, act like the life of the party, and make it hard for you to keep her. The song warns the listener to be careful and suggests that this girl is dangerous because she is capable of breaking one's pockets down to the last dime to achieve a good time. She is described as supersonic and hypnotic, and her love should be illegal.
It is clear that the song is portraying this woman in a negative light, suggesting that she is manipulative and calculating, willing to do anything for a good time, and ultimately dangerous to those who get close to her. The use of an electronic beat, along with the addition of Timbaland's signature sound, creates a sense of urgency and chaos that fits the theme of the song perfectly. Overall, "Dangerous" is a catchy and energetic song, with a warning message that is relatable to many who have had experiences with wild and unpredictable individuals.
Line by Line Meaning
Dangerous, dangerous, she's dangerous...
The woman being described is extremely dangerous.
She's got an appetite that won't stop
She has a strong desire for fun and excitement that never seems to be satisfied.
The way that she's dancing should be against the law
Her dance moves are incredibly seductive and suggestive.
She likes to show off her body
She enjoys displaying and flaunting her physical assets.
Act like the life of the party
She behaves in a manner that attracts a lot of attention and excitement.
And make it hard for you to keep her
It's difficult to hold onto her attention or to keep her interested for very long.
And it's just a matter of time
It's only a question of how long it will take.
'Fore it starts to play with your mind
Before her behavior starts to affect your thinking and emotions.
She's supersonic (onic)
She is incredibly dynamic and exciting.
Her eyes are so hypnotic, yeah
Her gaze is captivating and mesmerizing.
I used to think that she was innocent
At one point, the singer believed she was harmless or blameless.
She'll do anything for a good time
She is willing to engage in any activity that will bring joy and pleasure.
She'll break your pockets down to the last dime
She will spend all your money recklessly and without restraint.
She's so exotic (xotic)
She is unconventional, intriguing, and unfamiliar.
And it's so amazing (mazing)
Her beauty or behavior is truly astonishing.
She's the perfect girl for any occasion
She is versatile and adaptable, suitable for any situation or event.
That girl is evil
The woman being described is wicked, immoral, or malevolent.
Her love should be illegal
Her love or attraction is dangerous and harmful.
You'll get too close …
If you get too emotionally attached to her, it will cause problems and pain.
Actin' all sophisticated
She pretends to be cultured and refined.
So new like you can't upgrade it
She seems fresh and unique, like an updated or modernized version of something.
Can't hate it, eh eh eh eh
The artist cannot deny their attraction to her, despite her dangerous nature.
With the diamonds all in the ear (low)
She wears expensive jewelry in her ears, perhaps to show off her affluence.
Bluetooth all in the ear (ho)
She uses a Bluetooth earpiece to communicate with others, indicating that she is always on the move and always connected.
Check how the story unfolds
See how the situation progresses or develops over time.
You in VIP and she's schemin' up a plot
The woman is devising a plan or strategy to get what she wants while the singer is unaware.
You're pushin' up the bottles
The singer is ordering and pouring expensive alcohol at the club.
And she pushin' up her top
The woman is showing more cleavage or skin to attract attention.
She … her stares, then whippin' through her hair
She gives intense looks while flipping her hair, in a seductive manner.
Then she shake her derrière, eh eh eh eh eh
She moves her buttocks in a suggestive way.
You just thinkin' the draws might drop
The singer anticipates that her actions may cause others to become aroused or lose control.
But I'm just thinkin' she's countin' out your …
The artist thinks she is calculating how much money he has in his pockets.
You feelin' at your shirt pockets like you been shot
The artist frantically searches his pockets, as if it were a life-or-death emergency.
But you really been got
But in reality, he has already been taken advantage of and deceived by the woman.
She's got the passion
The woman is full of energy, excitement, and enthusiasm.
That girl is dangerous
The woman being described is a severe threat to others and ought to be avoided.
Better be careful
The singer warns others to be cautious and remain vigilant around the woman.
You'll learn the hard way
Others will have to suffer the consequences of their actions and behavior towards the woman.
She's dangerous, dangerous
The woman being described is a serious menace and potential harm to others.
Contributed by Reagan G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@areligo5218
2020 here ♥
She's got an appetite that won't stop (Yeah !)
The way that she's dancing should be against the law (Yeah !)
She likes to show off party
Her body act like the life for a party
And make it hard for you to keep her
And it's just a matter of time (Yeah !)
For it starts to play with your mind (Come On)
She's supersonic and her eyes are so hypnotic
I used to think that she was innocent, girl
[Refrain x2 - M. Pokora]
She's got the passion
That girl is dangerous
Better be careful
That girl is dangerous
Beautiful Hard way
That girl is dangerous
She's dangerous, dangerous
[Couplet 2 - M. Pokora & Timbaland]
She'll do anything for a good time (Yeah Oh !)
She'll break your back it sounds like last time (Yeah Oh !)
She's so exotic and it's so amazing
She's the perfect girl for any occasion
And it's just a matter of time (Yeah !)
For she starts to play with your mind (Come On)
That girl is evil and her love should be illegal
You'll get to close her fear all ... wanna be her
[Refrain x2 - M. Pokora]
She's got the passion
That girl is dangerous
Better be careful
That girl is dangerous
Beautiful Hard way
That girl is dangerous
She's dangerous, dangerous
[Couplet 3 - Sebastian]
Acting all sophisticated
So new like you can't upgrade it
Can't hate it
And and and and
With the diamonds all in her ear lobe
Bluetooth all in her hear hole
Check how the story unfolds
You in VIP and she's scheming up a plot
You pushing up them bottles and she pushin up her top
She gives you little stares as you rubbin thru her hair then
She shake her derriere
And and and and
You just thinking the draws might drop
Well I'm just thinkin' she's counting out your knot
You feeling on your shirt pockets like you've been shot but
You really been got
Let's just rock
[Refrain x2 - M. Pokora]
She's got the passion
That girl is dangerous
Better be careful
That girl is dangerous
Beautiful Hard way
That girl is dangerous
She's dangerous, dangerous
@VincentFullenwarth
2023 juste de passage pour dire que a cette époque ceci était le vrai M.Pokora en termes de musique depuis 2004, pour faire simple aux États-Unis ils avaient Justin Timberlake, et nous on avait M.Pokora ... Meilleures époques de l'année 2000...
@manon1880
i miss this era.
@debzola4232
Me too when life was good
@aquasparx4015
I'll find a way to bring it back in the future.
@Marj-
@@debzola4232 f I 9
@Hazy_Bubble
@@aquasparx4015 I hope you do
@anilegnar
Me too, life was just so different back then.
@crockett888
Hearing this in the nightclub all those years ago was absolutely epic.
@tungflava
2021??
@elminevonjitiana9524
Moi