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.
Is It Me?
Patrice Lyrics
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Is it love that you want?
Is it love that you want?
Is it love that you want?
Is it love that you want?
Is it love that you want?
Because her body language is like poetry
She's calling but I'm not sure it's me
I don't know if she sees in me
What she thinks a man's supposed to be
For love is deep and I wonder if
She's really in love with me
Or rather the idea of P A T R I C E
See girls before have lied to me
If I let her deep inside of me
Would that be her place rightfully?
If I made her queen over me
Would she rule her queendom rightfully?
Or just want a slice of me?
Are you the one for me?
Are you the one for me?
Are you the one for me?
Are you the one for me?
Is it me that you want?
Is it me that you want?
Is it love that you want?
Is it love that you want?
Is it me that you want?
If she was on the other side of the world
Would she find to me
Or settle for the next best man
If there was no sign of me
She want those stones from Sierra Leone
Over there we call the die-money
Or be side by side with me like ebony and ivory
Would she be surprised to read the pages of my diary?
Is she into Hollywood ideals or into reality not on TV?
What will it be is she strong enough to keep it real?
You know the deal so you tell me
Are you the one for me?
Are you the one for me?
Are you the one for me?
Are you the one for me?
Is it me that you want?
Is it me that you want?
Is it love that you want?
Is it love that you want?
Is it me that you want?
Am I the one
The one, the one that you want?
Or am I the one
The one, the one that you want?
Is it me that you want?
Is it me that you want?
Is it me that you want?
The lyrics of Patrice's song "Is It Me?" delve deep into the doubts and uncertainties that often accompany budding relationships. In the first few lines, Patrice poses the question of whether his love interest really wants love or is merely seeking something else altogether. He then goes on to describe the enigmatic and tantalizing nature of her body language, which he compares to poetry. Despite the allure of the moment, however, Patrice admits to feeling uncertain about his place in this woman's heart. He questions whether she is truly in love with him or simply with the idea of him as the man he's supposed to be.
As the song progresses, Patrice reflects on the potential distance and obstacles that could come between them. He wonders whether this woman would remain devoted to him even if they were separated by the entire world or if she would seek out someone else. He also considers what her true motivations might be, whether they align with reality or if they are influenced by Hollywood ideals. Ultimately, Patrice leaves the question of whether he is the one she wants unanswered, asking instead if he is the one or if it is love that she seeks.
Overall, "Is It Me?" is a complex exploration of the doubts and uncertainties that arise in intimate relationships. Despite the joy and connection that love can bring, the potential for rejection and heartache is always lurking just beneath the surface.
Line by Line Meaning
Is it love that you want?
Questioning whether love is what the other person truly desires.
Because her body language is like poetry
Describing the other person's body language as artful and captivating.
I'm falling but she's holding me
Feeling overwhelmed by one's attraction, but simultaneously apprehensive.
She's calling but I'm not sure it's me
Not certain whether the affection is directed towards one's self.
I don't know if she sees in me
Questioning if the other person perceives desirable traits in one's self.
What she thinks a man's supposed to be
Contemplating if the other person has expectations of masculinity.
For love is deep and I wonder if
Recognizing the complexities and uncertainties inherent to love.
She's really in love with me
Pondering if the other person genuinely loves them.
Or rather the idea of P A T R I C E
Considering if the other person is only infatuated with one's persona or image.
See girls before have lied to me
Recalling past experiences of deceit or false intentions from past partners.
If I let her deep inside of me
Contemplating opening oneself up and allowing oneself to be vulnerable.
Would that be her place rightfully?
Questioning if the other person is entitled to that level of intimacy.
If I made her queen over me
Considering if the other person is worthy of being a significant other or partner.
Would she rule her queendom rightfully?
Wondering if the other person would assert themselves in a healthy way within the relationship.
Or just want a slice of me?
Skeptical of the other person's motives and if they just desire physical intimacy.
Are you the one for me?
Asking if the other person is truly compatible and a good match.
If she was on the other side of the world
Hypothetically questioning if the other person would seek them out or settle for someone else.
Would she find to me
Contemplating if distance and circumstance are barriers for the relationship.
She want those stones from Sierra Leone
Acknowledging that the other person may focus on materialistic and superficial things.
Over there we call the die-money
Describing the dangerous and morally ambiguous nature of obtaining valuable resources.
Or be side by side with me like ebony and ivory
Comparing the other person and oneself as harmonious and complementary.
Would she be surprised to read the pages of my diary?
Curious if the other person would be surprised by one's true thoughts and feelings.
Is she into Hollywood ideals or into reality not on TV?
Questioning if the other person is looking for a shallow, movie-like relationship or a genuine, authentic one.
What will it be is she strong enough to keep it real?
Wondering if the other person is capable of handling the truth and challenges that come with a serious relationship.
You know the deal so you tell me
Asking the audience or oneself to ponder and answer the questions being asked.
Am I the one
Questioning one's own worth and importance to the other person.
The one, the one that you want?
Asking if the other person desires and prioritizes oneself above all else.
Contributed by Adrian T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gavyn Bekker
echt gutes lied! weiter so partice
Trompetta Rachid
En surkif sur ce son <3
long time
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