fighter
Maximus Dan Lyrics
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Good afternoon
And we are gathered here for the game of your life (lovely! lovely!)
I want to see yuh put yuh flags up in de air right now
Sing!
(chant)
Oh oooh oh oh oh!
Oh oooh oh oh oh oh oh oh oooh oh oh oh!
Chorus:
I am ah soca warrior
I say win or lose i am ah fighter
I'm ah soca warrior
I come to shine meh nationality brighter
I am ah soca warrior
I say win or lose i am ah fighter
I'm ah soca warrior
I come to shine meh nationality brighter
We will attack
We will defend
We going to pressure dem to de very end
And any opposition dat we meet, hear me now
We go defeat dem by we feet
We go shine with all we might
90 minutes of red, black and white, hear me now
Anytime you see we in we uniform
To get de victory is ah norm
Well, i'm ah soca warrior
I say win or lose i am ah fighter
I'm ah soca warrior
I come to shine meh nationality brighter
I am ah soca warrior
I say win or lose i am ah fighter
I'm ah soca warrior
I come to shine meh nationality brighter
Show them ... up on de field
Let dem know de position done seal
Every tackle, every pass, hear me now
We have dem eating off the grass
We never say it would be easy
To the battle almighty father lead we, hear me now
Anytime yuh see we in we uniform
To get de victory is ah norm
I am ah soca warrior
I say win or lose i am ah fighter
I'm ah soca warrior
I come to shine meh nationality brighter
I'm ah soca warrior
I say win or lose i am ah fighter
I'm ah soca warrior
Ah come to shine meh nationality brighter
(chant)
Oh oooh oh oh oh
Oh oooh oh oh oh
Oh oooh oh oh oh oh oh, oh oooh oh oh oh
Oh oooh oh oh oh (warrior! warrior!)
Oh oooh oh oh oh
Oh oooh oh oh oh oh oh, oh oooh oh oh oh
Still in abundance
Fit like a fiddle
So long we wait to hear de whistle
From down de way or thru de middle, hear me now
Every net ah get a riddle
We committed to de mission
Ready for any, kind ah situation
Hear me now
Anytime yuh see we in we uniform
To get de victory is ah norm
(chant)
Oh oooh oh oh oh
Oh oooh oh oh oh
Oh oooh oh oh oh oh oh, oh oooh oh oh oh
Oh oooh oh oh oh (warrior, warrior 2x)
Oh oooh oh oh oh (warrior, warrior 2x)
Oh oooh oh oh oh oh oh (warrior, warrior 3x)
Oh oooh oh oh oh (warrior, warrior 2x)
We will attack, we will defend
We going to pressure dem to de very end
And any opposition dat we meet, hear me now,
We go defeat dem by de feet
We go strive ... (we go strive, with all we might)
The song "Fighter" by Maximus Dan is a motivational and inspiring song about being a soca warrior and fighting for your country. The song starts with an introduction, addressing the audience and urging them to put their flags in the air. The chorus repeats throughout the song, reinforcing the theme of being a fighter and striving for victory.
The verses encourage the soca warriors to attack, defend and pressure their opponents. The lyrics speak about shining brighter and doing whatever it takes to win. The tone of the song is empowering and uplifting, energizing the listeners and bringing a sense of pride to their nationality.
Overall, "Fighter" is a call to action for the soca warriors to fight for their country with all their might, bravery, and dedication. It is an inspiring song that celebrates the spirit of competition and encourages everyone to never give up.
Line by Line Meaning
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls
The singer is addressing the audience, consisting of both genders and children, and gathering their attention for the upcoming event.
Good afternoon
The singer greets the audience with a positive and welcoming tone indicating a good time ahead.
And we are gathered here for the game of your life (lovely! lovely!)
The singer acknowledges the significance of the upcoming game and encourages the audience to enjoy it to the fullest.
I want to see yuh put yuh flags up in de air right now
The artist requests the audience to wave their flags as a sign of showing their support for the team and nation.
Sing!
The artist urges the audience to join him in singing and creating a celebratory atmosphere.
I am ah soca warrior
The singer identifies himself as a soca (a type of calypso music) warrior, aligning his spirit with the team's purpose of achieving victory.
I say win or lose i am ah fighter
The singer states that he is determined to fight regardless of the outcome, displaying his undying loyalty towards his nation and team.
I come to shine meh nationality brighter
The artist asserts his aim of raising the profile of his country in a more positive way through his performance.
We will attack
The artist affirms the team's plan of attacking the opponent and being on the front foot.
We will defend
The artist affirms the team's ability to defend against the opponent and be resilient.
We going to pressure dem to de very end
The singer asserts their strategy of absolutely dominating the opponent until the end of the game.
And any opposition dat we meet, hear me now
The artist asserts the confidence of their team against any opposition they face, and emphasizes the need for the audience to listen to his message.
We go defeat dem by we feet
The singer emphasizes that the team is well-prepared to fight with all that they have and emerge victorious.
We go shine with all we might
The singer has full confidence in the team and believes that they will showcase their skills to their fullest potential.
90 minutes of red, black and white, hear me now
The singer is calling out to the audience to understand that there is intense, non-stop action on the field for 90 minutes, during which the players will go through a range of emotions and challenges.
Every tackle, every pass, hear me now
The artist highlights the intensity and importance of every moment on the field, be it tackling, passing or any other move.
We have dem eating off the grass
The artist is confident that the team's aggression and intense approach will put the opponent in a position of vulnerability, which they will then capitalize on.
We never say it would be easy
The singer acknowledges the challenges the team may face and that the opponent will not be easily defeated.
To the battle almighty father lead we, hear me now
The singer calls upon a higher force to help guide them through the intense battle of the match.
Show them ... up on de field
The artist encourages the team to showcase their skills and dominate the field against the opposition.
Let dem know de position done seal
The artist motivates the team to show their opponent that they have the game under control and have it all wrapped up.
Every net ah get a riddle
The artist draws attention to the unpredictable nature of the game and the ups and downs it can present.
We never say it would be easy
The singer reiterates the difficulty of the task at hand and acknowledges the tough fight that lies ahead.
We will strive (we go strive, with all we might)
The artist and the team promise to try their hardest and give everything they've got to achieve success for their country and people.
(chant) Oh oooh oh oh oh! Oh oooh oh oh oh! Oh oooh oh oh oh oh oh oh oooh oh oh oh!
The singer leads a celebratory chant, encouraging the audience to join in and create a lively, joyful atmosphere.
(warrior! warrior!)
The singer leads a chant acknowledging their status as warriors and fighters, re-emphasizing their fighting spirit.
(warrior, warrior 2x)
The singer chants the word 'warrior' twice, emphasizing the team's identity and fierce nature.
(warrior, warrior 3x)
The artist chants the word 'warrior' three times, further emphasizing the team's identity and fierce nature.
Contributed by Savannah V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MalaWN
This song was played everywhere in Trinidad and Tobago when we came over for our honeymoon. We loved it! And we danced and cried with the friends we made there during the World Cup. It was sensational, and so cool to find it here.
@halfprice2
First heard this song on FIFA World Cup 2006, loved it ever since.
@dekocs482
Me too
@Msnirala22
i am sooo proud to be a trinidadian!!!!!! i love this song!
@dennysingh2813
2006, every car in the country had a flag or a banner. I still get goosebumps from this song.
@dedocne8804
THIS SHOULD HAVE THE THEME SONG FOR TRINIDAD BUT THEY NEVER GIVE HIM CREDIT DUE IN MY OPINION. MOST UNDER APPRECIATED SOCA ARTISTE IF YOU ASK PROBABLY CUS HE'S TOO REAL.
@pacha777
I'm not from Trinidad but still i am Caribbean and I remember how I root like crazy for T&T in this World Cup. Jamming this anthem since.
@unrulymonsta
Really?
@xpardonmyfrenchx
Such genuine love for this game was never felt again... awesome song, regardless Soca or Soccer! Trini fought and ultimately lost, but loved watching their games in the qualifier. This song brings me back to the days of Shaka Hislop and Dwight Yorke... Brill!
@peedeel2077
Dec 2020: Heard this song blasting in my gym in Jamaica. Love it! Playing it at home every day now.