Brooks was raised in an area known as "Cuban", a micro ghetto within the heart of Kingston, Jamaica's Cassava Piece community. His grandmother gave him his first musical experience at a young age, bringing him to church to sing. He also cites the music of Bounty Killer as an early influence.
The boyhood idol became his mentor when at the age of 15, Bounty took him under his wing to show him the ropes of the music industry. He decided to name himself "Mavado" after the Swiss watch company Movado, altering the spelling.
His debut single, "Real McKoy" on the Anger Management riddim in 2004, provided him instant success.He further established himself with the follow-up record “Weh Dem a Do”, on the Red Bull & Guinness riddim. After a string of hits in 2005 and 2006, Mavado released the album ''Gangsta for Life: The Symphony of David Brooks'' July 10, 2007 on VP Records. "Weh Dem A Do" and "Dying", two singles from the album, were featured heavily on R&B/hip-hop radio in New York.
That same year brought Mavado off-stage controversy, as he was arrested and booked by Jamaican police on what was later revealed to be gun charges. While in police custody, the singer claims he was thrown into a glass window, losing three fingers in the process, which were reattached at a local hospital. Police claimed Mavado escaped from custody while at the hospital. The incident caused him to be refused entry into the United States a short time later. He was again arrested and charged with shooting with intent and illegal possession of firearm in relation to an event occurring July 27, 2007. He was later freed of all charges.
In March 2008, Mavado was featured performing a rendition of his song "Real McKoy" for Grand Theft Auto IV] Trailer #4 "Everyone's a Rat". "Real McKoy", along with "Last Night" (both from the album ''Gangsta for Life''), were also featured in the game on the radio station "Massive B Radio".
In November 2009, Mavado lost out to Sean Paul for the Best Reggae Artist award at Soul Train Music Awards. He won the 2010 EME award for Male Singjay of the Year.
In 2008 Mavado was given the prestigious UK MOBO Award for Best Reggae Act.
In April 2010, Mavado starred as a gangster in Drake's song Find Your Love for Drake's album Thank Me Later
Mavado formed his own label, Mansion Records, in 2011, debuting with the single "Delilah".
Along with Bounty Killer, he has cited 2Pac as a childhood idol, comparing the late rapper's life to his own.
In 2011, Mavado recorded with U.K. Grime artist Chipmunk on the track "Every Gyal"
On 1 September 2011, Mavado appeared on the Angie Martinez show on New York's Hot 97 radio station to announce that he had signed a deal with DJ Khaled's record label We the Best Music Group. Mavado released two singles "Emergency" featuring Ace Hood and "Survivor" featuring Akon on We the Best Music Group.
Mavado has confirmed the first song on his next album. It is called "For Jamaica, for the world" part 2 Featuring DJ Khaled, Rick Ross and Birdman.
Caribbean Girl
Mavado Lyrics
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Mi stick on just like crazy glue
A swear mi no know wa fi do
That's why mi she gimmi mi
Caribbean girls
Wine mi Caribbean girls
Yo worth more than a billion
One in a million gimmi mi
Gimmi mi Caribbean girls
Love mi Caribbean girls
Wine mi Caribbean gwan mi
Caribbean
Wine mi Caribbean girls
Trinidad gal dem hold mi
Barbados gal control mi
Jamaica gal take all a mi money
yet still lef mi lonely
Guyana gal dem wan know mi
Ride it like a pony
Shi caw over throw mi
Mi tuff like a stony shi fat an shi boney
Gal yo body good an it a show
Sexy draws an yo ass out a door
Yo meck mi ove grow
An mi know she yo know she a
yuh have the caribbean flow
So mi seh gimmi mi Caribbean girls
Wine mi Caribbean girls
Yo worth more than a billion
One in a million gimmi mi
Caribbean girls
Gimmi mi Caribbean girls
Love mi Caribbean girls
Wine mi Caribbean gwan mi
Caribbean
Wine mi Caribbean girls
Listen mi
Have yo ever seen how a
Caribbean girl wine
Shi no have no spine yo no sis hi
a wine one million time
Top a the line yuh a gold mine
Mi a muss a leprechaun fi yo gold coin
Bruk it out pan hi floor fi mi one more time
Brace up yo body paw mine
That's why mi seh gimmi mi Caribbean girls
Wine mi Caribbean girls
Yo worth more than a billion
One in a million gimmi mi
Caribbean girls
Gimmi mi Caribbean girls
Love mi Caribbean girls
Wine mi Caribbean gwan mi
Caribbean
Wine mi Caribbean girls
Can't talk girl from Jamaica
You know, girl from Bahamas, Barbados
Trinidad and Tobago
Freeport, you know Antigua
Guyana, yeah, pretty girls
St.Lucia, you know, all them girls
Gimmi mi Caribbean girls
Wine mi Caribbean girls
In the lyrics to Mavado's song "Caribbean Girls," the singer expresses his admiration for women from the Caribbean islands. He talks about how they captivate him with their bodies and their ability to dance sensually. He likens their hold on him to that of crazy glue, and he exclaims that he doesn't know what to do because of the effect they have on him. He mentions women from various Caribbean islands, including Trinidad, Barbados, and Jamaica, and he highlights their differences while focusing on his love for them all. The repeated chorus emphasizes his desire for these women, and he asks them to dance for him and show off their bodies.
The song is an ode to the beauty and allure of Caribbean women. Mavado's use of metaphors, such as crazy glue and a gold mine, underscores his infatuation with these women. The lyrics also highlight the diversity of the Caribbean, both culturally and physically, through the women mentioned from different islands. The song's upbeat rhythm and catchy chorus make it an anthem for Caribbean women and a celebration of their beauty and culture.
Line by Line Meaning
Gal yo body hold mi fi true
Your body captivates me
Mi stick on just like crazy glue
I am hooked on you
A swear mi no know wa fi do
I am so enamored, I don't know what to do
That's why mi she gimmi mi mi Caribbean girls
That's why I long for Caribbean girls
Yo worth more than a billion
You are priceless
One in a million gimmi mi Caribbean girls
I want a rare, special Caribbean girl
Love mi Caribbean girls
I adore Caribbean girls
Wine mi Caribbean gwan mi Caribbean
Dance with me, Caribbean girls
Trinidad gal dem hold mi
Trinidad girls captivate me
Barbados gal control mi
Barbados girls rule my heart
Jamaica gal take all a mi money
Jamaican girls are expensive but worth it
Yet still lef mi lonely
But I'm still lonely
Guyana gal dem wan know mi
Guyanese girls want to get to know me
Ride it like a pony
They want to ride me hard
Shi caw over throw mi
They can't resist me
Mi tuff like a stony shi fat an shi boney
I am strong and resilient, and they come in all shapes and sizes
Gal yo body good an it a show
Your body is amazing and attracts attention
Sexy draws an yo ass out a door
Your sexy underwear and curves are irresistible
Yo meck mi ove grow
You turn me on
An mi know she yo know she a yuh have the caribbean flow
I know you have that Caribbean charm
Have yo ever seen how a Caribbean girl wine
Have you ever seen Caribbean girls dance?
Shi no have no spine yo no sis hi a wine one million time
They move their bodies without restrictions and with great rhythm
Top a the line yuh a gold mine
You are the best of the best, a treasure
Mi a muss a leprechaun fi yo gold coin
I am like a leprechaun searching for your heart
Bruk it out pan hi floor fi mi one more time
Dance for me one more time
Brace up yo body paw mine
Move your body close to mine
Can't talk girl from Jamaica
Can't forget Jamaican girls
You know, girl from Bahamas, Barbados
Girls from Bahamas and Barbados too
Trinidad and Tobago
Can't forget Trinidad and Tobago girls
Freeport, you know Antigua
Even Freeport and Antigua girls too
Guyana, yeah, pretty girls
Guyana girls are beautiful
St.Lucia, you know, all them girls
St. Lucia and all the other Caribbean girls
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Royalty Network
Written by: DAVID CONSTANTINE BROOKS, JUSTUS ARISON
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