They achieved considerable fame throughout Europe and the rest of the world due to the fact that even non-francophones found it easy to fall victim to their infectious sense of rhythm.
Saïan Supa Crew produced a very musical style of rap with hints of chanting, reggae and dancehall. Beat boxing also is an integral part of their music, as well as classic disco; for example, Ring My Bell was partially revisited on their album KLR.
Their primary themes extend from drug problems (Que dit-on?) to racism (La preuve par 3), including also relationships (A demi-nue), suicide (La dernière séance) and the justification of violence by religion (Au nom de quoi). Humor and seriousness are both at home in their lyrics.
Their second album, X-raisons, was awarded a Victoire de la musique in 2002 for Best Rap/Groove Album.
Most of the groups of the collective have solo albums out as well. OFX was the first to debut, with their album Roots in February 2004, followed shortly by Explicit Samouraï in January 2005 and later by Sir Samuel whose solo album, Vizé pli o, was released in April 2005.
In 2009 Féfé released his solo debut, Jeune à la retraite.
The last album from Saïan Supa Crew, Hold Up, was released Halloween 2005. On this album, the group demonstrated their breadth with three featured artists: German singer Patrice on 96 degreez, the singer Camille on Si j'avais su, and Will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas on La patte.
The group disbanded in 2007 shortly after primary members Leeroy Kesiah and Feniksi left.
Other group members include Vicelow, Sly the Mic Buddha, Leeroy Kesiah, Specta, and KLR (died 1999).
La Patte
Saïan Supa Crew Lyrics
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Shake it babe (x3) (Il est temps allez !)
[Vicelow]
(Approche !) Vers la piste même si t'es nul,
Bouge la patte appelle tes potes épate-nous continue,
Augmente le level si l'ambiance diminue,
Chauffe-les qu'ils se mettent tout nu,
J'examine ton style fade de navet,
quoi qu'il arrive fais des phases, efface les pros, prends ta place, balance la patte..
[Pré-refrain Sly]
Danseur, amateur ou professionnel, bouge la patte sur la piste, (ouh, ouh, ouh) il est temps allez !
[Refrain]
Balance la patte, shake it babe, shake it now...
[Leeroy] (Balance ta patte !)
Au milieu de la piste de danse, que les corps s'entremêlent,
de façon plus que dingue, toutes les dindes se déhanchent..
La règles est aussi bête que celle dans n'a ni queue, ni tête,
à toi de trouver toutes sortes de galipettes..
[Wil.I.Am]
This is the " Balance la patte"...
[Pré-refrain]
[Refrain]
[Féfé]
(Balance ta patte!) Ici Féfé, ton professeur de patte, pose ton Rhaa au tapis, nul ou professionnel o est parti,
(Step one) Secoue tes coudes au taquet, faut que ta tête pique vers le sol et t'auras fait la "Chicken Dance" sans le savoir,
(Step two) Rentre dans le cercle, essaie de tourner sur les fesses, sept tours, que cette foule croule sous l'effet,
(Step three) Déplie ton bras, pointe le DJ puis tombe ) genous, la pose est exigée pour les fins de combat chez nous.
[Sly]
C'est là que j'examine, tes pas cleans et précis, ton bling jusqu'au jeans et t'élimine,
Tu veux plaire à toutes les queens, mélange twists et Biguine pour un avis unanime,
Oublie Break, Pop, Locking, bouge comme un pied et là tu seras le king, ici, c'es tla patte qui domine, scoue tes wings que tu sois d'Afrique ou de Chine.
[Pré-refrain]
[Refrain]
The lyrics of Saïan Supa Crew's song "La Patte" are about enjoying and embracing dance, specifically through a dance move called "La Patte" (The Paw). The song encourages everyone, regardless of their skill level, to get on the dance floor and move their feet. It emphasizes the importance of having fun and expressing oneself through dance, even if it means being a little ridiculous or over the top.
The verses mention various instructions and steps for the dance, such as shaking elbows, bending over, and spinning on the floor. The lyrics also playfully mention different dance styles like Break, Pop, and Locking, suggesting that it doesn't matter what specific style you follow, as long as you move and enjoy yourself. The song celebrates dance as a unifying force, bringing people together from different backgrounds and cultures.
Line by Line Meaning
Shake it babe (x3) (Il est temps allez !)
Move your body seductively, dear, it's about time we go!
(Approche !) Vers la piste même si t'es nul,
(Approach!) Head towards the dance floor even if you're not skilled,
Bouge la patte appelle tes potes épate-nous continue,
Move your legs, call your friends, impress us and keep going,
Augmente le level si l'ambiance diminue,
Raise the energy level if the atmosphere is fading,
Chauffe-les qu'ils se mettent tout nu,
Get them all hot and wild, make them get naked,
Fais des zig-zag, exagère le ridicule, Vicelow est aux aguets,
Make zig-zag movements, exaggerate the absurd, Vicelow is watching,
J'examine ton style fade de navet,
I scrutinize your bland style like a turnip,
quoi qu'il arrive fais des phases, efface les pros, prends ta place, balance la patte..
No matter what, make some moves, surpass the pros, take your place, swing your leg..
Danseur, amateur ou professionnel, bouge la patte sur la piste, (ouh, ouh, ouh) il est temps allez !
Dancer, amateur or professional, move your leg on the dance floor, (oh, oh, oh) it's time to go!
Balance la patte, shake it babe, shake it now...
Swing your leg, shake it babe, shake it now...
(Balance ta patte !) Au milieu de la piste de danse, que les corps s'entremêlent,
(Swing your leg!) In the middle of the dance floor, let the bodies intertwine,
de façon plus que dingue, toutes les dindes se déhanchent..
In a crazier way, all the ladies are shaking their hips..
La règles est aussi bête que celle dans n'a ni queue, ni tête,
The rule is as silly as one that has neither rhyme nor reason,
à toi de trouver toutes sortes de galipettes..
It's up to you to come up with all sorts of acrobatics..
This is the " Balance la patte"...
This is the "Swing your leg"...
(Balance ta patte!) Ici Féfé, ton professeur de patte, pose ton Rhaa au tapis, nul ou professionnel o est parti,
(Swing your leg!) Here's Féfé, your leg teacher, put your hesitation aside, whether you're a beginner or a pro,
(Step one) Secoue tes coudes au taquet, faut que ta tête pique vers le sol et t'auras fait la "Chicken Dance" sans le savoir,
(Step one) Shake your elbows at full speed, your head must point towards the ground, and you've done the "Chicken Dance" without knowing it,
(Step two) Rentre dans le cercle, essaie de tourner sur les fesses, sept tours, que cette foule croule sous l'effet,
(Step two) Enter the circle, try to spin on your buttocks, seven spins, let this crowd be overwhelmed,
(Step three) Déplie ton bras, pointe le DJ puis tombe ) genoux, la pose est exigée pour les fins de combat chez nous.
(Step three) Extend your arm, point at the DJ, then drop to your knees, this pose is demanded for battle endings in our circle.
C'est là que j'examine, tes pas cleans et précis, ton bling jusqu'au jeans et t'élimine,
That's where I examine your clean and precise moves, your bling all the way to your jeans, and eliminate you,
Tu veux plaire à toutes les queens, mélange twists et Biguine pour un avis unanime,
You want to please all the queens, mix twists and Biguine for a unanimous opinion,
Oublie Break, Pop, Locking, bouge comme un pied et là tu seras le king, ici, c'es tla patte qui domine, scoue tes wings que tu sois d'Afrique ou de Chine.
Forget about Break, Pop, Locking, move like a clueless person, and there you'll be the king, here, the leg is what dominates, shake your wings whether you're from Africa or China.
This is the " Balance la patte"...
This is the "Swing your leg"...
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Arnaud Codet, Cedric Belise, Fabien Philetas, Giovanni Marchetti, Khalid Dehbi, Medhi Felicite, Samuel Adebiyi, Sylver Johnson, Will Adams
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