Patrice Roberts began her career as early as 1992 at age 9. In 1995, Patrice Roberts and her panel of “back ups”, entered the Sangre Grande Junior Calypso Monarch Competition, in which she placed first. This earned her rave reviews and standing ovations where ever she performed.
In 2000, she was named “Toco personality winner” which brought to her another wave of recognition. In 2001, Patrice Roberts cupped the “National Junior calypso monarch”, “National Junior soca monarch” and National Library calypso monarch, which earned her a chance to perform at the Junior Carnival in Miami. She also performed in Barbados at the Crop over festival where she shared the stage with the likes of Allison Hinds.
In 2003, at the age of 17, Patrice performed at the Royal Oprah house in London, England. Later ion that year, she again won the National Junior Calypso Monarch. In 2003, she became the 2nd runner up in both the National Junior soca monarch and the Junior calypso monarch. She also graced the stages of the international Soca Monarch, in which she mesmerized the already sold out crowds.
On July 13th 2003, Patrice Roberts performed at “the Africa House” in the United States. On August 6th, she performed at K.C. Hideaway and later on the 29th she performed at the Brooklyn Museum in the U.S. On September 20th, she performed at Super P’s launching held at the palace in the U.S. On 28th September, she again performed at “the Africa House” in the United States.
In 2006, Patrice Roberts became the youngest female artiste to win a road march with the song “Band of the year” which she jointly sang with Machel Montano. She has been described as one of the best soca artiste in the Caribbean. Some of her many hits included: “Love of my life”, “The Islands”, “Band of the year”, “Light it up”, “Always Be”, “Sugar Boy”, “Till Tomorrow”, “Culture” and “Wuking up”, Patrice also appeared at Madison Square Garden, in New York City.
Sweet Fuh Days
Patrice Roberts Lyrics
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Start
Let de drinking
Start
Let de wining
Start
De schupidness
Start
(VERSE 1)
Like flowers blossom in spring
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Oh Lord is joy and love, de want of de season brings, yea
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Winin like an animal, oh Lord is Bacchanal
I could never be de same
Sippin on strong chemical have me feeling so special
Cuz ah come out ah come out ah come out to make meh name
(PRE-CHORUS)
If you come to fete, I come to fete, she come to fete, we come to fete
All ah we up inside ah de fete ready to party
If you come to fete, I come to fete, it′s time to fete, with no regret
Everybody put up yuh hand in de air and say
(CHORUS)
Let de pumpin
Start
Let de drinking
Start
Let de wining
Start
De schupidness
Start
(VERSE 2)
Masqueraders bloomin again
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Is 100-1 doh stand up like mannequin yea
Carnival it sweet fuh days
On de road with all meh friends
Doh want dis ting to end
Liquor does ignite de flame
If yuh have any problem, dis is what I recommend
Just come out come out come out and celebrate
(PRE-CHORUS)
If you come to fete, I come to fete, she come to fete, we come to fete
All ah we up inside ah de fete ready to party
If you come to fete, I come to fete, it's time to fete, with no regret
Everybody put up yuh hand in de air and say
(CHORUS)
Let de pumpin
Start
Let de drinking
Start
Let de wining
Start
De schupidness
Start
(VERSE 1)
Like flowers blossom in spring
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Oh Lord is joy and love, de want of de season brings, yea
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Winin like an animal, oh Lord is Bacchanal
I could never be de same
Sippin on strong chemical have me feeling so special
Cuz ah come out ah come out ah come out to make meh name
(PRE-CHORUS)
If you come to fete, I come to fete, she come to fete, we come to fete
All ah we up inside ah de fete ready to party
If you come to fete, I come to fete, it′s time to fete, with no regret
Everybody put up yuh hand in de air and say
(CHORUS)
Let de pumpin
Start
Let de drinking
Start
Let de wining
Start
De schupidness
Start
The lyrics of Patrice Roberts's song "Sweet Fuh Days" extol the joys of Carnival season, urging listeners to embrace the festive spirit and let loose. The chorus repeats the phrase "let the pumping start, let the drinking start, let the wining start, let the stupidity start," capturing the carefree abandon that characterizes the celebration. The first verse compares Carnival to the blooming of flowers in spring, with its promise of joy and love. The lyrics evoke the animalistic frenzy of wining, a dance style popular in the Caribbean, and celebrate the thrill of feeling special while sipping on strong drinks. The pre-chorus emphasizes the collective nature of the party, inviting everyone to join in the fete, no matter their background or worries. The second verse highlights the importance of friends and camaraderie during the festivities, and offers the advice to simply celebrate and forget any problems.
Overall, the song celebrates the sheer pleasure of letting go and being immersed in the moment, not worrying about the consequences or the outside world. It portrays Carnival as a time when people can fully express themselves, embrace their culture, and connect with others in a spirit of uninhibited fun.
Line by Line Meaning
Let de pumpin
Start
Let the party music start playing and pump up the energy of the crowd.
Let de drinking
Start
Let the alcohol start flowing and get everyone in the mood for celebration.
Let de wining
Start
Let the dancing with hips and waist start because carnival is all about letting loose and having fun.
De schupidness
Start
Let the silly and crazy behavior begin because carnival is a time to be carefree and enjoy life to the fullest.
Like flowers blossom in spring
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Oh Lord is joy and love, de want of de season brings, yea
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Winin like an animal, oh Lord is Bacchanal
I could never be de same
Sippin on strong chemical have me feeling so special
Cuz ah come out ah come out ah come out to make meh name
The carnival season is like the natural beauty of flowers blossoming in spring and brings a feeling of joy and love. It's time to let loose and have fun, dancing and partying like an animal in a wild Bacchanal. Drinking strong alcoholic beverages makes the artist feel special and ready to make her name known in the festivities.
Masqueraders bloomin again
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Is 100-1 doh stand up like mannequin yea
Carnival it sweet fuh days
On de road with all meh friends
Doh want dis ting to end
Liquor does ignite de flame
If yuh have any problem, dis is what I recommend
Just come out come out come out and celebrate
The masqueraders are back and the carnival season is sweet like always. The atmosphere is so lively that there's no way anyone could stand still like a mannequin. The singer is on the road with friends, not wanting the fun to end. Drinking alcohol ignites the fire of enjoyment. If anyone has any problems, the solution is to come out and celebrate without worry.
If you come to fete, I come to fete, she come to fete, we come to fete
All ah we up inside ah de fete ready to party
If you come to fete, I come to fete, it's time to fete, with no regret
Everybody put up yuh hand in de air and say
Everyone is here to party and enjoy themselves at the fete. No one has any reservations about having a good time. It’s time to party without regrets and everyone should put their hands up in the air and say they’re ready to celebrate.
Writer(s): jovan james
Contributed by Tristan G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sanitar-otti320
SWEET FUH DAYS - lyrics
Let de pumpin start (x6)
Let de drinking start (x6)
Let de wining start (x6)
De schupidness Start (x6)
Like flowers blossom in spring
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Oh Lord is joy and love, de want of de season brings, yea
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Winin like an animal, oh Lord is Bacchanal
I could never be de same
Sippin on strong chemical have me feeling so special
Cuz ah come out ah come out ah come out to make meh name
(PRE-CHORUS)
If you come to fete, I come to fete, she come to fete, we come to fete
All ah we up inside ah de fete ready to party
If you come to fete, I come to fete, it’s time to fete, with no regret
Everybody put up yuh hand in de air and say
(CHORUS)
Let de pumpin
Start (x6)
Let de drinking
Start (x6)
Let de wining
Start (x6)
De schupidness
Start (x6)
(VERSE 2)
Masqueraders bloomin again
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Is 100-1 doh stand up like mannequin yea
Carnival it sweet fuh days
On de road with all meh friends
Doh want dis ting to end
Liquor does ignite de flame
If yuh have any problem, dis is what I recommend
Just come out come out come out and celebrate
(PRE-CHORUS)
If you come to fete, I come to fete, she come to fete, we come to fete
All ah we up inside ah de fete ready to party
If you come to fete, I come to fete, it’s time to fete, with no regret
Everybody put up yuh hand in de air and say
(CHORUS)
Let de pumpin
Start (x6)
Let de drinking
Start (x6)
Let de wining
Start (x6)
De schupidness
Start (x6)
(VERSE 1)
Like flowers blossom in spring
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Oh Lord is joy and love, de want of de season brings, yea
Carnival it sweet fuh days
Winin like an animal, oh Lord is Bacchanal
I could never be de same
Sippin on strong chemical have me feeling so special
Cuz ah come out ah come out ah come out to make meh name
(PRE-CHORUS)
If you come to fete, I come to fete, she come to fete, we come to fete
All ah we up inside ah de fete ready to party
If you come to fete, I come to fete, it’s time to fete, with no regret
Everybody put up yuh hand in de air and say
(CHORUS)
Let de pumpin
Start (x6)
Let de drinking
Start (x6)
Let de wining
Start (x6)
De schupidness
Start (x6)
Written by: Jovan James
@jelinthemix
Someone just hand she d road march crown please. Love this tune from first listen and the live arrangment from da red boyz in Barbados. Tune so sweet, I getting diabetes.
@warrenmckenzie9611
lol
@PTownDarkie
Lol
@robertmarks6525
talk nah youth boy everbody but u know soca mafia done have they pick but I ain't making no joke when I crossing the I telling DJ PLAY d sweetest power soca song for the road sweet fuh days
@Djsocadee
One thing you just cant stop The Red Boyz they have it locked for a very long long time
@saydeisrael4257
Israelites Gods Chosen people. All Blacks,Hispanics and Amerindinans.
REPENT & Keep the commandments!
@brentbernard9143
Because soca artists have to get a hit every year, sometimes we miss true classics❤❤❤❤
@giological6442
Trinidad doh sleep on that one! Road March vibes here...
@fittman384
She will get what she deserves very soon. That year I was sure supporting her for the road March but then came Double MM with soca kingdom that year and took the title
@ACB2K
Queen Patrice👸👸👸👸👸👸👸❤❤❤❤❤❤❤