Thunder
Mighty Duke Lyrics


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Gyal like yuh really come out tuh tease
Ah see yuh doin what ever yuh please
Now yuh in front de band is chippin yuh
Chest, yuh waving yuh hand, yuh liftin
Yuh breast is eh-aye
Lady, how yuh heart so possessed
Ah watching yuh whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!

If ah only hol yuh tonight is thunder
Ah givin yuh thunder
Am going tuh make you tell me surrender
Ah givin yuh thunder
All de strong yuh strong gyal is thunder,
Ah givin yuh thunder
And when yuh see ah start tuh hound yuh
Is thunder, ah givin yuh whole night, yuh
Dancing up whole night, yuh dancing up whole
Night, yuh poking me whole night, provoking me look!

ah see by de way yuh moving yuh waist, like
Is my head yuh out tuh chase!
Now yuh swing it in front, yuh fling it
Behind, yuh making meh want tuh hol on and
Wine eh-aye
Lady, why yuh chasing meh mind
Ah watching you whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!

If ah only hol yuh tonight is thunder
Ah givin yuh thunder
Am going tuh make you watch me and wonder
Ah givin yuh thunder
Al de bet yuh want to bet gyal is thunder,
Ah givin yuh thunder
And when yuh see ah leh go arm like is thunder
Ah givin yuh whole night, yuh dancing up whole night,
Yuh dancing up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!

Ah feel like yuh come out tuh mamaguy
And tuh raise my blood pressure high
Ah wah tell you behave, yuh doh wah tuh stop,
Yuh playin yuh brave, yuh bringing it back
Oh gosh lady, why yuh mind so corrupt
Ah watching you whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!

If ah only hol yuh tonight is thunder
Ah givin yuh thunder
What ah can't destroy am going tuh plounder
Ah givin yuh thunder
jam yuh heel gyal is thunder,
Ah givin yuh thunder
Yuh wouldn't hear so yuh have tuh feel gyal
Is thunder, ah givin yuh whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh dancing up whole night, yuh poking
Me whole night, provoking me watch!

You better park up and find ah seat
Before yuh get some ting tuh cool yuh heat
Now yuh jamming, yuh pulling ah done,
Yuh grinding at me, yuh wining am drunk uh-oh
Lady, why yuh turning meh on
Ah watching you whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!

If ah only hol yuh tonight is thunder
Ah givin yuh thunder
Bet any money yuh going under, ah givin yuh
Thunder
All de plan yuh planning is thunder, ah givin
Yuh thunder
And when ah start de heavy jammin is thunder
Ah givin yuh whole night, yuh dancing up whole night,
Yuh dancing up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!

Thunder, ah givin yuh thunder
If yuh feel is mamaguy
Thunder, ah givin yuh thunder
Am going tuh have yuh jumpin high
Thunder, ah givin yuh thunder
All de swift yuh swift, thunder, ah
Givin yuh thunder, any how yuh shape.

Whole night, yuh dancing up, whole night




Yuh dancing up, yuh poking me
Whole night, ah givin yuh thunder.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mighty Duke's "Thunder" describe a woman who is teasing and provoking the singer with her seductive dance moves. He is mesmerized by her and is willing to give her anything she desires, even if it means giving her thunder. The singer suggests that his love would be so intense that it would be like a force of nature, dominating her completely. He feels that her mind has been corrupted by her own flirtatious behavior, and he can't resist her charm.


The song is a playful yet passionate expression of infatuation with a woman who is out of the singer's league. It reflects the cultural tradition of calypso music, which often uses humor and storytelling to address social issues and personal experiences. The lyrics also feature the distinct Trinidadian Creole dialect, which adds to the unique charm of the song.


Line by Line Meaning

Gyal like yuh really come out tuh tease
The woman is intentionally teasing and leading on the singer.


Ah see yuh doin what ever yuh please
The woman is behaving as she wishes, without regard for others.


Now yuh in front de band is chippin yuh
The woman is dancing energetically in front of the band.


Chest, yuh waving yuh hand, yuh liftin
The woman is moving her chest and waving her arms while dancing.


Yuh breast is eh-aye
The woman's breasts are attractive to the artist.


Lady, how yuh heart so possessed
The woman seems deeply absorbed in her own desires and actions.


Ah watching yuh whole night, yuh dancing
The singer is closely observing the woman's dancing throughout the night.


Up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
The woman is constantly provoking the artist's desires and attention.


Provoking me look!
The woman's actions are intentionally tempting and seductive.


If ah only hol yuh tonight is thunder
The sexual experience with the woman will be powerful and intense.


Ah givin yuh thunder
The singer will provide a thrilling and satisfying sexual experience for the woman.


Am going tuh make you tell me surrender
The artist will dominate and control the woman during sexual activity.


All de strong yuh strong gyal is thunder,
The strong and confident qualities the woman possesses will enhance the sexual experience.


And when yuh see ah start tuh hound yuh
The singer will actively pursue and seduce the woman.


Is thunder, ah givin yuh whole night, yuh
The sexual experience with the singer will last all night and be intensively pleasurable.


Ah see by de way yuh moving yuh waist, like
The woman's dancing suggests and encourages sexual behavior.


Is my head yuh out tuh chase!
The woman is intentionally seeking to arouse the artist's desire and attention.


Now yuh swing it in front, yuh fling it
The woman is dancing provocatively and suggestively in front of the singer.


Behind, yuh making meh want tuh hol on and
The woman's dancing is arousing and seducing the singer, making him want to touch her.


Wine eh-aye
The woman is dancing in a sexually suggestive way.


Lady, why yuh chasing meh mind
The woman is intentionally seducing and arousing the artist's thoughts and desires.


What ah can't destroy am going tuh plounder
The artist is confident that he can satisfy the woman's desires, no matter their intensity or complexity.


jam yuh heel gyal is thunder,
The woman's confident and passionate sexuality will enhance the sexual experience.


Yuh wouldn't hear so yuh have tuh feel gyal
The woman might not fully understand the artist's intentions until she experiences the sexual encounter.


You better park up and find ah seat
The woman should take a break and relax before continuing to dance provocatively.


Before yuh get some ting tuh cool yuh heat
The woman should be cautious not to become too aroused to the point of discomfort or danger.


Yuh jamming, yuh pulling ah done,
The woman is actively engaging the singer and extending the sexual tension.


Yuh grinding at me, yuh wining am drunk uh-oh
The woman's dancing is so seductive that it has caused the artist to feel intoxicated and overcome with desire.


Bet any money yuh going under, ah givin yuh thunder
The sexual encounter with the artist will be so intense that the woman will be overwhelmed and unable to resist.


All de plan yuh planning is thunder, ah givin yuh thunder
The woman's confident planning and intentions will enhance the sexual experience.


And when ah start de heavy jammin is thunder
The singer's passionate and intensive actions during sexual activity will create a powerful experience.


Thunder, ah givin yuh thunder
The artist will provide a thrilling and stimulating sexual experience for the woman.


If yuh feel is mamaguy
If the woman thinks the artist is not serious, she is mistaken.


Am going tuh have yuh jumpin high
The sexual experience with the artist will be mind-blowing and extremely pleasurable.


All de swift yuh swift, thunder, ah
The woman's fast and energetic actions will enhance the sexual experience.


Givin yuh thunder, any how yuh shape.
The artist will passionately satisfy the woman's desires, no matter what her body type or shape.


Whole night, yuh dancing up, whole night
The sexual experience will last all night and be intensely pleasurable for both the woman and the singer.


Yuh dancing up, yuh poking me
The woman is actively teasing and seducing the singer with her dancing.


Whole night, ah givin yuh thunder.
The singer will provide a powerful and satisfying sexual experience that will last all night.




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@dalebaksh5031

THE LYRICS:
Gyal like yuh really come out tuh tease
Ah see yuh doin what ever yuh please
Now yuh in front de band is chippin yuh
Chest, yuh waving yuh hand, yuh liftin
Yuh breast is eh-aye
Lady, how yuh heart so possessed
Ah watching yuh whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!
If ah only hol yuh tonight is thunder
Ah givin yuh thunder
Am going tuh make you tell me surrender
Ah givin yuh thunder
All de strong yuh strong gyal is thunder,
Ah givin yuh thunder
And when yuh see ah start tuh hound yuh
Is thunder, ah givin yuh whole night, yuh
Dancing up whole night, yuh dancing up whole
Night, yuh poking me whole night, provoking me look!
Ah see by de way yuh moving yuh waist, like
Is my head yuh out tuh chase!
Now yuh swing it in front, yuh fling it
Behind, yuh making meh want tuh hol on and
Wine eh-aye
Lady, why yuh chasing meh mind
Ah watching you whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!
If ah only hol yuh tonight is thunder
Ah givin yuh thunder
Am going tuh make you watch me and wonder
Ah givin yuh thunder
Al de bet yuh want to bet gyal is thunder,
Ah givin yuh thunder
And when yuh see ah leh go arm like is thunder
Ah givin yuh whole night, yuh dancing up whole night,
Yuh dancing up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!
Ah feel like yuh come out tuh mamaguy
And tuh raise my blood pressure high
Ah wah tell you behave, yuh doh wah tuh stop,
Yuh playin yuh brave, yuh bringing it back
Oh gosh lady, why yuh mind so corrupt
Ah watching you whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!
If ah only hol yuh tonight is thunder
Ah givin yuh thunder
What ah can't destroy am going tuh plounder
Ah givin yuh thunder
Jam yuh heel gyal is thunder,
Ah givin yuh thunder
Yuh wouldn't hear so yuh have tuh feel gyal
Is thunder, ah givin yuh whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh dancing up whole night, yuh poking
Me whole night, provoking me watch!
You better park up and find ah seat
Before yuh get some ting tuh cool yuh heat
Now yuh jamming, yuh pulling ah done,
Yuh grinding at me, yuh wining am drunk uh-oh
Lady, why yuh turning meh on
Ah watching you whole night, yuh dancing
Up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!
If ah only hol yuh tonight is thunder
Ah givin yuh thunder
Bet any money yuh going under, ah givin yuh
Thunder
All de plan yuh planning is thunder, ah givin
Yuh thunder
And when ah start de heavy jammin is thunder
Ah givin yuh whole night, yuh dancing up whole night,
Yuh dancing up whole night, yuh poking me whole night
Provoking me look!
Thunder, ah givin yuh thunder
If yuh feel is mamaguy
Thunder, ah givin yuh thunder
Am going tuh have yuh jumpin high
Thunder, ah givin yuh thunder
All de swift yuh swift, thunder, ah
Givin yuh thunder, any how yuh shape.
Whole night, yuh dancing up, whole night
Yuh dancing up, yuh poking me
Whole night, ah givin yuh thunder.



All comments from YouTube:

@TheCaribbeanWarrior

This is one of my favourite soca tunes of all time... RIP Duke, Thanks for such great music!

@andreamanning1257

Agreed. One of the best Soca tunes ever. Classic

@jasmingreg3635

RIP Duke......................I am only 27 and I know every word to this song, when this play on a boat ride is thunder , Trinidad sweet we winning lowwwwwwwwwwwwwww

@joellaglasgow9961

I'm 11

@eugenecattouse1860

The happiest music on the planet... Rude and sweet..

@nicholasbansraj5489

Yuh done know. Lol

@Randy-Roberts

Excellent composition by Duke and one of the best arrangements ever laid down by Frankie Mc. One of the best of any arranger actually. Tuff riddim section arrangement and a mesmerizing horn section! Perfection!

@stephensheppard908

I appreciate the rhythm guitars and those chord progressions.

@vernessasookdeo5730

These songs never get old!Β 

@ArunaKhudan

yeah these ole time soca just sounding better than ever

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