Effortlessly combining folk, reggae, soul and blues, the singer/songwriter/guitarist , Patrice, exploded onto the music scene with his phenomenal testimonial debut Lions E.P in 1999 aged just 18. With the deep lyrical content and social conscience resonating within his work, Patrice alludes to his late father (a Sierra Leonian political activist and poet) and Bob Marley as the greatest influences on his music. Lions, with its tales of love and social rhetoric coupled with raw acoustic production, perfectly showcased Patrices distinctive fusion of lyrics, sounds and genres. After supporting Lauryn Hill on her much acclaimed Miseducation of Tour, Patrice released his critically acclaimed first album Ancient Spirits in 2000 (European sales in excess of 150,000)
Since 2001, Patrice has toured relentlessly and wooed audiences at gigs across Europe, USA and Africa. Whether solo, acoustic or with his band Shashamani, a big combination of humour, B-boy stage antics, and incredible musicianship have thus far made Patrices live shows a highlight of his career. Five years on, his reputation has been cemented with show stopping headline performances alongside Youssouf N'Dour in Senegal, Manu Chao and Damon Albarn at The Festival In The Desert and the Tamika Reggae Awards in New York amongst many others.
His second largely self produced album How Do You Call It (released in Europe September 2002) saw Patrice evolving his sound with a rich melange of Hip Hop, Soul and Reggae which underpinned twelve well crafted songs. Recorded over a two-month period in Jamaica and with 3 tracks produced in London with Cameron McVey, Massive Attack, Youssouf N'Dour, Andu Baraganescu and Neneh Cherry, How Do You Call It further cemented his unique niche in todays diverse musical landscape. The LP also spawned the Pan European hit Sunshine.
Nile, Patrice's third and most current album (named after the river Nile, representing Life in the African continent) is truly a bold undertaking and can be described as a work of astounding maturity, sincerity and sensitivity. Whether rocking to the amped guitar, explosive drums and African percussion behind Africanize Dem or soaking up the beautiful rendition of the obscure Wailers track It Hurts To Be Alone it's clear that experimentation has lent his work an undeniable urgency and freshness. The present single Soulstorm has provided Patrice with another European hit. The majority of 2005 was spent performing to sell out audiences throughout Europe which included his first headlined show for all the UK fans at The Borderline, in London, and perhaps the pinnacle of his career so far, playing in front of the 6,000 fans who filled out the Zenith in Paris. In the summer of 2006 Patrice released a live DVD which gives the audience an exclusive look at how Nile was recorded, rehearsed and performed throughout the world.
Appreci Luv
Patrice Lyrics
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She's got huge appeal cheap and half the price.
Got yourself a snip and her qualitys real nice.
A proper little bargain and she's put together nice.
She's got self esteem and she knows her wrong from night.
Keep is squeeky clean and she knows how to fight.
She's your proper queen and she runs her queendom tight.
If you could put her in the freezer you should keep her ass on ice.
Stop recognize what you've got.
Appreci-luv her from her hills to her valleys.
Give it up and don't you always want what you have not.
If you just stop appreciate.
When things are good she'll be right by your side.
And when things are bad she will be your spine.
Wether funds are low or wether they are high.
She will hold you down and always do you right.
When your day is hard she's your nurse in the night.
To her you're a star whatever people say outside.
It's you she's checking for wether you slip or you slide.
Sell pick you up from the floor and make sure that you be fine.
Stop recognize what you've got.
Appreci-luv her from her hills to her valleys.
Give it up and don't you always want what you have not.
If you just stop appreciate love.
Stop recognize what you've got.
Appreci-luv her from her hills to her valleys.
Give it up and don't you always want what you have not.
If you just stop appreciateher love, recognize her love.
Yes she can be moody but thats alright.
Were walking through the hills and balleys side by side.
We lead each others way through the darkest night.
If theres a price we gotta pay it couldn't be too high.
Stop recognize what you've got.
Appreci-luv her from her hills to her valleys.
Give it up and don't you always want what you have not.
If you just stop appreciate her love.
Stop recognize what you've got.
Appreci-luv her from her hills to her valleys.
Give it up and don't you always want what you have not.
If you just stop appreciate her love.
The lyrics to Patrice's song "Appreci Luv" highlight the importance of valuing and appreciating what we have in our lives, particularly in our romantic relationships. The opening lines of the song may come across as problematic to some, as it seemingly reduces a partner into a commodity that can be bought and sold. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that Patrice's intention is to emphasize that a good romantic partner is invaluable, and should be appreciated as such. Patrice notes that the partner in question is not only physically attractive, but also possesses qualities such as self-esteem, cleanliness, and resilience. She is quick to correct her mistakes and stands up for herself, while also being a supportive and devoted partner to her significant other.
Line by Line Meaning
Get yourself a deal on a pretty little wife.
Find yourself a spouse who is beautiful, but also a good bargain.
She's got huge appeal cheap and half the price.
She is attractive and affordable.
Got yourself a snip and her qualitys real nice.
You found someone who is of good quality and a good deal.
A proper little bargain and she's put together nice.
A great deal and also well put-together.
She's got self esteem and she knows her wrong from night.
She has confidence and can differentiate between right and wrong.
Keep is squeeky clean and she knows how to fight.
She is clean and can protect herself.
She's your proper queen and she runs her queendom tight.
She is like royalty and handles her responsibilities well.
If you could put her in the freezer you should keep her ass on ice.
She is so good that you would want to keep her forever if you could.
Stop recognize what you've got.
Realize what you have.
Appreci-luv her from her hills to her valleys.
Love her for who she is, with all her strengths and weaknesses.
Give it up and don't you always want what you have not.
Stop wanting what you don't have and appreciate what you do have.
When things are good she'll be right by your side.
She will be there for you when everything is going well.
And when things are bad she will be your spine.
She will support you when things are not going well.
Wether funds are low or wether they are high.
She will support you financially whether you have a lot or a little.
She will hold you down and always do you right.
She will help you through tough times and always treat you well.
When your day is hard she's your nurse in the night.
She cares for you when you are sick or tired after a long day.
To her you're a star whatever people say outside.
She thinks the world of you even if others don't.
It's you she's checking for wether you slip or you slide.
She is watching out for you and making sure you are okay.
Sell pick you up from the floor and make sure that you be fine.
She will help you get up when you fall and make sure you are okay.
Yes she can be moody but thats alright.
She may have her moods, but it is not a problem.
Were walking through the hills and balleys side by side.
We are together through good times and bad.
We lead each others way through the darkest night.
We help each other through tough times.
If theres a price we gotta pay it couldn't be too high.
No matter what we have to face, we can overcome it.
If you just stop appreciate her love.
If you stop and appreciate the love she has for you.
If you just stop appreciateher love, recognize her love.
If you just stop and appreciate her love, then you will also recognize it.
Contributed by Adrian W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MrNiceToKnow
Wenn ich diesen Song unterwegs auf´m Ipod höre, will ich auch immer den Bhf entlang dancen :-D It´s magic
@ElWurstoConPopone
omg sein konzert war ja so geil
@DubsMood
the new stuff just simply suxx... very ordinary 'feel-good-sirup'...