Noora releases her third album "Soul Deep" around Europe in 2010. The album was released in Norway in 2009 and gave Noora the Norwegian Grammy for Best Female Artist.
Noora started on her musical journey performing locally from the age of 8. She got a recording contract with Warner Music as their A&R spotted her at only 15. She began working with Stargate to make her first album. The outcome of the album launched Stargate´s international career as producers.
Her debut album 'Curious,' was released in 1999 and became one of the first real Scandinavian R&B albums. The single "Need You" was also played constantly on "The Lick" on MTV. Curious became a success also in Japan with more than 50 000 sales. It took some time before we saw release of her second album "All I Am" in 2004, as Noora became seriously ill.
Noora's third album was titled "Soul Deep". The album takes Noora back to the roots of soul music and is more a Stax sound than Motown. The album was produced by guitarvirtuoso Kid Andersen in San Jose, California. Her reviews for the record in Norway were top of the dice with 6/6 in VG - Norway's largest daily newspaper.
Noora is busy recording her new album Spring 2012.
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Albums:
Curious (1999)
All I Am (2004)
Soul Deep (2009)
Singles:
Need You (1999)
What About Love (1998)
Gloria, A Thousand Years Night (1998)
Need You (1999)
Official (1999)
Something To Remember (2000)
Zeros (2004)
God Damn (2004)
Feelin´it (2007)
Forget What I Said (2009)
Funky Way (2009)
Gone with the wind (2011)
Little Ghetto Boy
Noora Noor Lyrics
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Playing in the ghetto street
Whatcha' gonna do when you grow up
And have to face responsiblity?
Will you spend your days and nights in the pool room?
Will you sell caps of madness to the neighborhood?
Little ghetto boy
'Cause you've seen so much pain and misery
Little ghetto boy
Your daddy was blown away
He robbed that grocery store
Don't you know that was a sad, sad old day?
All of your young life
You've seen such a misery and pain
The world is a cruel place
And it ain't gonna change
You're so young
You've got so far to go
But I don't think you'll reach your goal
Young man, hanging by the pool room door
Look out
Look out
Little ghetto boy
When, when, when you become a man
You can make things change, hey hey
If you just take a stand
You gotta believe in yourself and in all you do
You've gotta fight to make it better
You'll see how other people will start believing too
My son, things will start to get better
Everything has got to get better
Everything has got to get better
Everything has got to get better
Everything has got to get better
Everything has got to get better
Everything has got to get better
Everything has got to get better
Everything has got to get better
Everything has got to get better.
The song "Little Ghetto Boy" by Noora Noor is a poignant and thought-provoking piece that speaks to the struggles and hardships faced by those growing up in poverty and crime-ridden areas. The song's opening lines paint a vivid picture of a young child playing in the streets of the ghetto, already an unfortunate witness to the harsh realities of the world. The lyrics then pose the question of what this child will do when faced with responsibility in the future, suggesting that without guidance or intervention, his fate may be bleak.
From there, the song speaks to the all-too-common paths that many in the neighborhood may be forced to take, such as spending their days "in the pool room" or selling drugs. The chorus emphasizes the concept that the life of a "little ghetto boy" is already filled with pain and misery, with no end in sight. The verses go on to reference the boy's father, who was "blown away" after robbing a grocery store - a tragic reminder of the violence that plagues such communities.
Despite the somber tone and themes of the song, there is a glimmer of hope in the final verse. The singer encourages the "little ghetto boy" to believe in himself and make positive change in the world, echoing the sentiment that we must all take responsibility for creating a better future.
Overall, "Little Ghetto Boy" is a powerful commentary on the social and economic inequalities that exist within society, and the challenges faced by those growing up in such circumstances. However, it also serves as a reminder of the importance of persistence and determination in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Little ghetto boy
Addressing a young boy who lives in the ghetto
Playing in the ghetto street
Spending time in the impoverished streets of the ghetto
Whatcha' gonna do when you grow up
What are your plans for the future?
And have to face responsiblity?
When you have to take on adult responsibilities
Will you spend your days and nights in the pool room?
Will you waste your time in a pool room?
Will you sell caps of madness to the neighborhood?
Will you resort to selling drugs to make money?
Little ghetto boy
Addressing the same young boy again
You already know how rough life can be
You've experienced first-hand the harsh realities of life
'Cause you've seen so much pain and misery
As evidenced by the suffering you've witnessed
Little ghetto boy
Once again, addressing the same boy
Your daddy was blown away
Your father died a violent death
He robbed that grocery store
He turned to crime as a means of survival
Don't you know that was a sad, sad old day?
Highlighting the tragedy of losing a father at a young age
All of your young life
Your early years
You've seen such a misery and pain
You've witnessed a lot of suffering and hardship
The world is a cruel place
Acknowledging the harsh reality of the world
And it ain't gonna change
And unfortunately, it's not going to get any better
You're so young
Reminding the boy of his youth
You've got so far to go
He has a long journey ahead of him
But I don't think you'll reach your goal
But it's unlikely that he will achieve his dreams
Young man, hanging by the pool room door
Describing a young man wasting his time at the pool room
Look out
Be cautious and aware of your surroundings
Look out
Reiterating the previous warning
Little ghetto boy
Referring back to the young boy
When, when, when you become a man
In the future, when you become an adult
You can make things change, hey hey
You have the power to effect change
If you just take a stand
By standing up for what you believe in
You gotta believe in yourself and in all you do
Have faith in yourself and your abilities
You've gotta fight to make it better
You need to work hard to make things better
You'll see how other people will start believing too
Others will follow your example and be inspired
My son, things will start to get better
Encouraging the young boy
Everything has got to get better
Expressing hope that one day things will improve
Everything has got to get better
Reiterating the previous sentiment
Everything has got to get better
Further highlighting the need for improvement
Everything has got to get better
The repeated phrase emphasizes the importance of progress
Everything has got to get better
Hopeful that every aspect of life will improve
Everything has got to get better
Repeating the same message for emphasis
Everything has got to get better
Concluding with a message of hope and optimism
Contributed by Alaina I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.