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.
Internationalude
M. Pokora Lyrics
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Listen up for a minute
All you haters... I go international bitch
This is Bionix... MP
My name is MP from Paris to Japan
I got a love
I got a love for my fans
C c call me the french... player
C c call me the french... whatever
C c call me the frenchie
M2thep... yeah that's my team
We roll with the Bionix
They keep "superproducing" for y a all
Are you good to go?
Yes I'm goog to go!
If you're good... you know...
Trust me we're gonna party
Are you good to go? Say it
Yes I'm good to go!
If you're good... you know...
Trust me we're gonna party
Sorry but there is too much languages...
Moscow, Tokyo, New York, Rio, Milan, LA,
They know how to party
Beijing, Berlin, London, Paris, Madrid, Sidney...
They know how to party
Porto Rico, Stockholm, Warsaw, Belgrad, Lisbon,
They know how to party
I can't forget about Africa
For for to sure
They know how to party
International beach
(Merci à pokorette06 pour cettes paroles)
In M. Pokora's song "Internationalude", the artist asserts his international fame and love for his fans. He addresses his haters and emphasizes his global reach, from Paris to Japan, and beyond. He refers to himself as "the french player", "the french lover", and "the frenchie", showcasing his charm and appeal. He also acknowledges his team, M2thep, and the Bionix, who keep producing great music for his international audience.
The chorus repeats the question "Are you good to go?" to which he answers affirmatively, promising a good time and a party, regardless of the city or country. He lists several major cities across continents and emphasizes their ability to party, and even mentions Africa as a place where people know how to enjoy themselves.
The lyrics suggest a confident, upbeat artist who has achieved worldwide recognition and appreciates his diverse fan base, as well as his team's contribution to his success, ultimately celebrating his international allure.
Line by Line Meaning
Ok let me do my shit dude
I am confident in my abilities and want to showcase my talent to the world
Listen up for a minute
Pay attention to what I have to say
All you haters... I go international bitch
Those who doubted me will now witness my international success
This is Bionix... MP
I am collaborating with Bionix on this track
My name is MP from Paris to Japan
I am known across continents, from Paris to Japan
I got a love
I have a deep affection
I got a love for my fans
I have a great appreciation and respect for my fans
C c call me the french... player
I am known as a smooth operator from France
C c call me the french... lover
I am known as a passionate lover from France
C c call me the french... whatever
I am known for many things in France
C c call me the frenchie
I am known as the Frenchie
M2thep... yeah that's my team
M2thep is my team
We roll with the Bionix
We are associated with Bionix
They keep "superproducing" for y a all
Bionix continues to produce excellent music for everyone
Are you good to go?
Are you ready to party?
Yes I'm goog to go!
Yes, I am ready to party!
If you're good... you know...
If you're ready... you understand...
Trust me we're gonna party
Believe me, we're going to have a good time
Sorry but there is too much languages...
I apologize for the language barrier
Moscow, Tokyo, New York, Rio, Milan, LA,
Cities like Moscow, Tokyo, New York, Rio, Milan, and LA know how to party
Beijing, Berlin, London, Paris, Madrid, Sidney...
Other cities like Beijing, Berlin, London, Paris, Madrid, and Sydney know how to party too
Porto Rico, Stockholm, Warsaw, Belgrad, Lisbon,
Places like Puerto Rico, Stockholm, Warsaw, Belgrade, and Lisbon also know how to party
I can't forget about Africa
I have to mention Africa
For for to sure
Absolutely
They know how to party
Africa knows how to party too
International beach
Let's party on the international beach
Contributed by Jake F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@EmperorArchive
From Paris to Japan ♡
@EmperorArchive
2021♥anyone here?
@stephanieb814
Perso j'aime pas trop la musique mais je respecte ton travail Matt et tu es une bonne personne alors je te dirais jamais du mal de toi. Respect pour mon idole que j'adore ♥
@christopheguisnet2238
Oui moi aussi c est mon idole!!!
@margot9609
Je kiiiiff le meilleur des idole ❤
@nessva6326
M pokora j'adore la musique en plus c'est mon idole depuis 5 ans je suis allé qu' une fois le voir mais je vais le revoir en novembre l'année prochaine :-) :-) Matthieu je t'aime <3 <3 <3
@anaisdebrites7908
Jadooooooore!!!
@src3621
🥰😘
@nicolasmonciino6914
bonjour matt pokora
@valerievillevalois569
est ce que tu te rappelle de marion margogne en alsace elle elle se souvien de toi et ses ma cousine.