Beat Like Drum
Sean Paul Lyrics


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Beat like drum, mi gyal

Flip it den dip, whip it
And mek yuh body get wit it (Dum drum drum)
Mek yuh body get wit it (Hey)
Mek yuh body get wit it (Hey)
Buss up tun, curl out, burn
Fit and yuh a sick wit it
Fit and yuh a sick wit it (Hey)
Fit and yuh a sick wit it (Hey)

All around de world men from all
Nation put dem clam for it
Tru dem know yuh fantastic, fantastic
Gyal yuh eva legit
Dem neva see a gyal wha look
So damn good and classic
Go-got to get wit it nuff man
Got to get wit it

Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Keep doin' what yuh feel like, wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung
(Dung, dung) so keep doin' wha yuh doin' mek
Di gal dem feel dumb
Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Yuh doin' wha yuh feel like wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung
None a dem a up to speed nuh
Inna yuh league dem too dung gyal

Gyal a yuh ready for di get-go
Tell a gyal yuh nuh pet nuh
Tell har fi lef yuh
Cah when yuh a dip low fetcha-fetch
So tell har fi step yuh
Original ego dan fi de man
Just like a cabaret show
Push yuh out and tip toe
She cyaan waan nuh crack nuh
So drop dem like a domino (Hey)
Play dem just like Tic Tac Toe
Chop dem up like a pop-chow
Gyal cah yuh a de real top poss
An gyal dem a wuk like stereo
Nuh man nuh waan gi dem de neerio
Nuh man nuh waan pop dem cheerio
Dem lose di scenario

Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Keep doin' what yuh feel like, wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung
(Dung, dung) so keep doin' wha yuh doin' mek
Di gal dem feel dumb
Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Yuh doin' wha yuh feel like wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung
None a dem a up to speed nuh
Inna yuh league dem too dung gyal

Tell a gyal wi a bye bye
Seh yuh nuh start rule inna cat fight
Nuh nite cyaan come inna spotlight, cah yuh
A de real light, gyal an yuh real tight
Time gyal yuh nuh force right, right I mean
Yuh an a de nob tide gyal yuh a de man like
(Hey) , tell a gyal chuck hav yuh
Kno she fi tek flight
Full time she fi lef outta sight
Gyal feel like she raise non right
When come pon time like she nah look right
Nuh coca cola she a de red-stripe
When it come to sight borrow our red kite
Blur har wi gal, an call dem de might
Tell har seh don't baddah try it (Hey)
Cah yuh got de man everynight, dat's right!

Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Keep doin' what yuh feel like, wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung
(Dung, dung) so keep doin' wha yuh doin' mek
Di gal dem feel dumb
Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Yuh doin' wha yuh feel like wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung
None a dem a up to speed nuh
Inna yuh league dem too dung gyal

Flip it den dip, whip it
And mek yuh body get wit it (Dum drum drum)
Mek yuh body get wit it (Hey)
Mek yuh body get wit it (Hey)
Buss up tun, curl out, burn
Fit and yuh a sick wit it
Fit and yuh a sick wit it (Hey)
Fit and yuh a sick wit it (Hey)

All around de world men from all
Nation put dem clam for it
Tru dem know yuh fantastic, fantastic
Gyal yuh eva legit
Dem neva see a gyal wha look
So damn good and classic
Go-got to get wit it nuff man
Got to get wit it

Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Keep doin' what yuh feel like, wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung
(Dung, dung) so keep doin' wha yuh doin' mek
Di gal dem feel dumb
Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Yuh doin' wha yuh feel like wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung
None a dem a up to speed nuh
Inna yuh league dem too dung gyal
Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Keep doin' what yuh feel like, wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung
(Dung, dung) so keep doin' wha yuh doin' mek
Di gal dem feel dumb
Gyal yuh a mek di dappa heart beat like drum
(Drum, drum)
Yuh doin' wha yuh feel like wheel and tun
(Tun, tun)
Any gyal follow back a yuh dem haffi pop dung




None a dem a up to speed nuh
Inna yuh league dem too dung gyal

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Sean Paul's song "Beat Like Drum" convey a celebration of female empowerment and confidence. The chorus expresses admiration for a woman who captivates and fascinates men from all around the world. It highlights her attractiveness, style, and class, emphasizing that she is unparalleled and superior to other women. The lyrics encourage this woman to continue doing what she feels like, stating that she makes men's hearts beat like drums and leaves other women feeling inadequate.


The verses further emphasize the woman's appeal and uniqueness. Sean Paul encourages her to assert herself and not let other women provoke her. He praises her for being original and standing out from the crowd. The lyrics also playfully reference various word games, comparing her skills to a cabaret show and encouraging her to drop those who don't appreciate her like dominoes. The overall message is that this woman possesses an inimitable charm and power that makes her shine brighter than anyone else.


Line by Line Meaning

Beat like drum, mi gyal
Your presence and energy make my heart beat rapidly, my girl


Flip it den dip, whip it
Change your moves, be flexible and confident


And mek yuh body get wit it (Dum drum drum)
Let your body move gracefully to the rhythm (like a drum)


Mek yuh body get wit it (Hey)
Allow your body to synchronize with the music (Hey)


Mek yuh body get wit it (Hey)
Let your body blend in and dance to the beat (Hey)


Buss up tun, curl out, burn
Break free, be spontaneous, and show your passion


Fit and yuh a sick wit it
You are perfectly in shape and skillful in your moves


Fit and yuh a sick wit it (Hey)
You are impressively fit and talented (Hey)


Fit and yuh a sick wit it (Hey)
You are incredibly fit and excellent in your performance (Hey)


All around de world men from all
Men from different nations all over the world


Nation put dem clam for it
Men are attracted and drawn to you


Tru dem know yuh fantastic, fantastic
Because they recognize your exceptional qualities


Gyal yuh eva legit
Girl, you are always genuine and authentic


Dem neva see a gyal wha look
They have never seen a girl who looks


So damn good and classic
So incredibly attractive and timeless


Go-got to get wit it nuff man
Many men want to be with you


Got to get wit it
They have to keep up with you


Tell a gyal yuh nuh pet nuh
Inform a girl that you won't tolerate any disrespect


Tell har fi lef yuh
Advise her to leave you alone


Cah when yuh a dip low fetcha-fetch
Because when you dance in a provocative way


So tell har fi step yuh
Tell her to stay away from your vicinity


Original ego dan fi de man
You have a confident and authentic aura


Just like a cabaret show
Just like an entertaining performance


Push yuh out and tip toe
Move confidently and lightly on your toes


She cyaan waan nuh crack nuh
She can't resist your allure


So drop dem like a domino (Hey)
So make them fall for you one by one (Hey)


Play dem just like Tic Tac Toe
Manipulate them like a game of strategy


Chop dem up like a pop-chow
Defeat them easily and effortlessly


Gyal cah yuh a de real top poss
Girl, because you are the true top performer


An gyal dem a wuk like stereo
And the other girls are trying to work like you


Nuh man nuh waan gi dem de neerio
No man wants to pay attention to them


Nuh man nuh waan pop dem cheerio
No man wants to acknowledge them


Dem lose di scenario
They are losing the competition


Tell a gyal wi a bye bye
Inform a girl that you're saying goodbye


Seh yuh nuh start rule inna cat fight
State that you don't engage in petty fights


Nuh nite cyaan come inna spotlight, cah yuh
No one can steal the spotlight from you, because


A de real light, gyal an yuh real tight
You are the true source of light, girl, and you are genuinely impressive


Time gyal yuh nuh force right, right I mean
Time to show that you don't have to try too hard to be right


Yuh an a de nob tide gyal yuh a de man like
You are the exceptional and outstanding one


Tell a gyal chuck hav yuh
Tell a girl to let go of you


Kno she fi tek flight
She should know to leave and move away


Full time she fi lef outta sight
It's about time for her to disappear completely


Gyal feel like she raise non right
The girl feels like she's unmatched


When come pon time like she nah look right
When the time comes, she doesn't look impressive


Nuh coca cola she a de red-stripe
She's not as intoxicating as you


When it come to sight borrow our red kite
When it comes to visual appeal, they rely on your presence


Blur har wi gal, an call dem de might
Confuse them, girl, and establish your dominance


Tell har seh don't baddah try it (Hey)
Tell her not to bother trying (Hey)


Cah yuh got de man everynight, dat's right!
Because you have the man every night, that's right!




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Comments from YouTube:

Marta O

can't stop dancing when i hear it Amazing beat !!

Leandro de Abreu Oliveira

This music is so awesome!

Nusret Atılganer

I listened from this video before 13 years ago and listening again in 2020.

iamyourimagination

Sean Paull.....the Music MACHIINEE..nuff' said. Respect from Everywhere (:

Miachał Planta

Mój ulubiony kawałek do jarania

Selim Türk

sean paul is the best :D

hans peter

sean paul is very cool i was on a concert and it was very god

Kamilah Rashied

These lyrics are the same thing you could say about my life. Like the song know me.

Go CPNG

Heatness 2021🔥

Silvio Serafin

great!!

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