Sarbel (pronounced "Sharbel" or "Sarbel") studied music (voice), drama, and performing arts at university. From the age of 5 to 16 he performed at the English National Opera and the Royal Opera House Covent Garden and has recorded Tosca in English for Chandos Recordings as the Shepherd Boy. At age 18, looking for some change in his life for his Gap Year, he moved to Crete where he sang at the Heraklion Palladium. He rose to fame in 2004, when he recorded in Greece the oriental hit Se Pira Sovara (Σε Πήρα Σοβαρά in Greek) featuring Eirini Merkouri, which first introduced the young singer to Greece, Cyprus and Lebanon. The song is based on an Arabic song called Sidi Mansour. On the same CD (a CD single) he released a second duet with Eirini Merkouri called Agapi Mou Esi. In 2005, he released his first solo album, titled Paraxeno Synesthima. This Album went Gold and was re-released with the Wella sponsored song "Thelo na Petaxo" and a bonus track of Boro Boro which he made famous during his MAD Award Ceremony appearance. In July of this year he released his second Album SAHARA and the track Taxe Mou became an instant massive hit.
In 2007 Sarbel represented Greece at Eurovision 2007 with the song " Yassou Maria" Sarbel won the national final with a combined vote of just under 40%. In the final of Eurovision 2007 Sarbel finished 7th. One point ahead of Armenia and 6 points behind Belarus.
Yassou Maria
Sarbel Lyrics
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And this is a ladies' world
Man, she drives them crazy
Dancing like a cheeky girl
All eyes on Maria
No lies, she's the bomb
Oh my, they all wanna see her
Shake it up, shake it up, there you go
Oh oh... yassou Maria
Turn around, bring it down, go slow
Heads up, Lord have mercy
Shake it up, shake it up, there you go
Oh oh... yassou Maria
Ai ai ai... there she goes
Maria
Yassou Maria
Moves like Aphrodite
So high above the rest
Smooth like Cleopatra
An angel in a devil's dress
Her hips, lust in motion
Her lips, red like wine
She is the heart of attention
Probably should mention
She's mine...
Shake it up, shake it up, there you go
Oh oh... yassou Maria
Turn around, bring it down, go slow
Heads up, Lord have mercy
Shake it up, shake it up, there you go
Oh oh... yassou Maria
Ai ai ai... there she goes
Maria
Shake it up, shake it up, there you go
Oh oh... yassou Maria
Turn around, bring it down, go slow
Heads up, Lord have mercy
Shake it up, shake it up, there you go
Oh oh... yassou Maria
Ai ai ai... there she goes
Maria
Maria, Maria, yassou Maria
Maria, Maria
The song "Yassou Maria" by Sarbel is an upbeat dance track that celebrates the beauty and charisma of a woman named Maria. The lyrics describe her as a confident and alluring figure who exudes sensuality and power. She is compared to legendary women like Aphrodite and Cleopatra, who were known for their beauty and commanding presence.
The chorus, which is repeated throughout the song, is a call to action for Maria to showcase her moves on the dance floor. "Shake it up, shake it up, there you go" encourages her to let loose and show off her curves and rhythm. The phrase "yassou Maria" is a Greek greeting that translates to "hello Maria," indicating that the song is likely celebrating a woman of Greek heritage.
Overall, the song is a celebration of female power and sexuality. It encourages women to embrace their own beauty and enjoy their bodies without shame or inhibition. The upbeat tempo and infectious melody make it an ideal dance track, perfect for parties and clubs.
Line by Line Meaning
First off she's a lady
Maria is a lady, and we should acknowledge that fact in order to understand who she is
And this is a ladies' world
Maria dominates this world with her feminine prowess
Man, she drives them crazy
Men are enamored with Maria and her charming ways
Dancing like a cheeky girl
Maria's dancing is playful and flirtatious as if she's teasing the people watching her
All eyes on Maria
Everyone is looking at Maria because she's the center of attention
No lies, she's the bomb
Maria is amazing in every way possible, and no one can deny that
Oh my, they all wanna see her
Everyone wants to see Maria because she's captivating
All wanna be the lucky one
People wish they could have the good fortune to be close to Maria
Shake it up, shake it up, there you go
Maria's dancing is seductive and mesmerizing
Oh oh... yassou Maria
We're addressing Maria by her name, Yassou, to show our respect and admiration
Turn around, bring it down, go slow
Maria continues to dance and tease, slowing down to keep people's attention
Heads up, Lord have mercy
People are in awe of Maria's beauty and grace
Ai ai ai... there she goes
Maria is moving in a way that leaves people speechless
Moves like Aphrodite
Maria's dance moves are reminiscent of the Greek goddess of love, beauty, pleasure, and procreation - Aphrodite
So high above the rest
Maria is exceptional, standing out from everyone else
Smooth like Cleopatra
Maria's movements are graceful and soft like that of Cleopatra, the legendary Egyptian queen
An angel in a devil's dress
Maria has a combination of good and bad qualities, like an angel in a devil's attire
Her hips, lust in motion
Maria's hips are erotic and arousing when she dances
Her lips, red like wine
Maria's lips are as red as wine, representing passion and sensuality
She is the heart of attention
Maria is the center of attention, and everyone is captivated by her charm
Probably should mention
We want to stress that Maria is ours, and no one else's
She's mine...
Maria belongs to us, and we want the world to know it
Contributed by Bentley D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vasilismichaildmddds9674
Sarbel , PASOK , eurovision ...
10χρονακια πισω πηγαμε!
@003costas004
ΝΔ είχαμε τότε όπως τώρα
@MrStergius
2004-2008 είχαμε ΝΔ
@anagnostoukwn3407
@@003costas004 νδ αλα κορονέ ειναι αυτη
@alxd-againstzaia2395
Εμαθες να λες μια βλακεια και το λες παντου
@BelleroseQC
He's a male Shakira.
@TheTeo099
nai eklase i shakira kai bgike o sabel 1!!
@loukas123gt4
mpwrei na men 3erei ellinika toutos sorry p milo jipraioika
@Molko
and a greek Ricky Martin:D
@nawrasasli4177
😂😂😂😂😂