In 2005 he released his third studio album, The Trinity, and collected another #1 hit, 'Temperature'. Sean Paul's 2002 sophomore album, Dutty Rock, is his most successful, with 4 top 20 hits, including the worldwide smash "Gimme The Light", "Get Busy", "Like Glue" & "I'm Still In Love With You" were also huge hits, keeping the Dutty Rock album a best seller throughout 2003. "Temperature," from his 2005 follow-up cd, The Trinity, was a Billboard #1 Hot 100 hit.
Sean Paul has Portuguese heritage from his paternal grandfather, Sephardic Jewish heritage from his paternal grandmother, African heritage from his maternal grandfather, and Chinese heritage from his maternal grandmother. Both his parents are Jamaican natives. His nicknames include Zion Lion and King of Israel. Because of his mixed heritage, some consider him a personification of the Jamaican Motto "Out of Many, One People". Sean Paul's voice and style of singing is often compared to Jamaican 1990s dancehall sensation Super Cat.
He played for the Jamaican national water polo team and alleges to be related to King Solomon through his father.
In 1996, Paul and Spanner Banner recorded the Jamaican chart-topper, "Ladies Man", through the singer's Sweet Angel Productions. The song resulted in his embarking on sessions with Jeremy Harding, a then little-known producer who burst on the scene with his production of Beenie Man's crossover hit "Who Am I". The producer released the dancehall favorite "Baby Girl." The following single, "Infiltrate", joined the singer's combination hit in the Jamaican top charts.
A new version of Paul's "Punkie" track from the Dutty Rock album featuring Tego Calderón appeared on a recent (February 2005) Promo Only album with automaten spiele. April 2005's Promo Only Caribbean Series album included a new song by Paul ("We Be Burnin'"). Recently, Paul also collaborated with Nina Sky for his song "Touch My Body". Sean Paul has just recently released his new album, The Trinity. Sean Paul was a feature artist on Beyonce's number one hit, "Baby Boy."
Can_You_Do_The_Work
Sean Paul Lyrics
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Bwoy Ce'cile, I see it clear yuh know, mi need ya yuh know
[Ce'cile]
Please! I got a man ok
[Sean Paul]
Yeah but mi neva hear yuh seh nuttin bout him, mi talk bout mi and you now
[Ce'cile]
Well he's there so I gotta let ya know yuh know
[Sean Paul]
Well let's go kick it then we can chill
[Ce'cile]
Anyway yuh caan do nuttin
[Chorus]
[Ce'cile]
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin' for a rudebwoy betta arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
'Cause we play ruff, cau we play ruff
[Sean Paul]
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
[Ce'cile]
Yuh a talk bout dutty yeah
when yuh come inna mi house yuh betta don't play
Just land di big jet pon di runway
Can yuh give it to mi all night all day
[Sean Paul]
Fi real now Ce'cile yuh a talk bout see what I've been goin through
List one bag a man like yuh deh pon mi few
But wait till di Dutty get a hold of yuh ([Ce'cile:] Whateva)
Inna di bedroom yuh start call mi Shaka Zulu
[Chorus]
[Ce'cile]
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy betta arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
[Sean Paul]
Ce'cile now a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
[Ce'cile]
Well Sean Paul get wid it badgal nuh waan nuh one minute
Or when tire punch out we rim it
Bruk every state limit, don't waan nuh joke or nuh gimmick
Got fi know how fi shock and fi sting it
[Sean Paul]
Girl, well I'm most talented, betta than wah di doctor recommended
So when di time mi touch yuh it is time well spended
So when did, yuh ever see a yute so demented?
A yuh start it off now a my time fi end it
[Chorus]
[Ce'cile]
Yuh know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy betta arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
[Sean Paul]
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
[Ce'cile]
Well if yuh waan di nanny nanny yo gotta mek mi holla gotta mek mi go
(Oh...yeah) Baby gimme some mo', ride it like a rodeo
[Sean Paul]
Well well well through di lightning thundastorm Sean Paul nuh stall
Mek yuh leff di wall pon a di wall yuh a crawl
Nah go ease up off di saddle none at all
Start wuk yuh inna di winter when mi dun a next fall
[Chorus]
[Ce'cile]
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy betta arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
'Cause we play ruff, cau we play ruff
[Sean Paul:]
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
The song "Can You Do the Work" by Sean Paul featuring Ce'cile is about Sean Paul trying to convince Ce'cile to have a sexual encounter with him. Ce'cile is hesitant because she has a man, but Sean Paul is persistent in his pursuit of her. The chorus repeats the question "Can you do the work?" which suggests that Sean Paul is looking for a partner who is willing to engage in some intense sexual activity.
Ce'cile is portrayed as a strong woman who doesn't cave to Sean Paul's advances easily. She challenges him to prove himself and says that she is looking for a "rudebwoy" who can handle her. When Sean Paul says that he wants to show her how "wicked and tuff" he is, Ce'cile responds by saying that she wants him to "mek mi holla gotta mek mi go." This exchange suggests that Ce'cile is in control of the situation and that she is only willing to engage in sexual activity if Sean Paul can keep up with her desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Bwoy Ce'cile, I see it clear yuh know, mi need ya yuh know
Sean Paul expresses his interest towards Ce'cile.
Please! I got a man ok
Ce'cile reveals she has a man.
Yeah but mi neva hear yuh seh nuttin bout him, mi talk bout mi and you now
Sean Paul disregards Ce'cile's response and insists on pursuing her.
Well he's there so I gotta let ya know yuh know
Ce'cile reiterates that she is spoken for.
Well let's go kick it then we can chill
Sean Paul invites Ce'cile to spend time together.
Anyway yuh caan do nuttin
Ce'cile shoots down Sean Paul's advances.
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin' for a rudebwoy betta arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
'Cause we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Ce'cile is seeking a man who can handle her rough and tough.
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Sean Paul is eager to prove his abilities in the bedroom.
Yuh a talk bout dutty yeah
when yuh come inna mi house yuh betta don't play
Just land di big jet pon di runway
Can yuh give it to mi all night all day
Ce'cile warns Sean Paul to behave himself when getting intimate with her, but also expresses her desire for a passionate encounter.
Fi real now Ce'cile yuh a talk bout see what I've been goin through
List one bag a man like yuh deh pon mi few
But wait till di Dutty get a hold of yuh ([Ce'cile:] Whateva)
Inna di bedroom yuh start call mi Shaka Zulu
Sean Paul boasts about his experience and promises to show Ce'cile a good time.
Well Sean Paul get wid it badgal nuh waan nuh one minute
Or when tire punch out we rim it
Bruk every state limit, don't waan nuh joke or nuh gimmick
Got fi know how fi shock and fi sting it
Sean Paul assures Ce'cile that he is not one to disappoint, and is willing to push boundaries.
Girl, well I'm most talented, betta than wah di doctor recommended
So when di time mi touch yuh it is time well spended
So when did, yuh ever see a yute so demented?
A yuh start it off now a my time fi end it
Sean Paul boasts about his impressive skills and promises to make their time together worthwhile.
Well if yuh waan di nanny nanny yo gotta mek mi holla gotta mek mi go
(Oh...yeah) Baby gimme some mo', ride it like a rodeo
Ce'cile requests a passionate and exciting experience from Sean Paul.
Well well well through di lightning thundastorm Sean Paul nuh stall
Mek yuh leff di wall pon a di wall yuh a crawl
Nah go ease up off di saddle none at all
Start wuk yuh inna di winter when mi dun a next fall
Sean Paul boasts about his stamina and ability to satisfy Ce'cile.
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy betta arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Ce'cile continues to express her desire for a tough, dominant partner.
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Sean Paul insists on proving his skills in bed to Ce'cile.
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy betta arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
'Cause we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Ce'cile reiterates her desire for a strong, dominant partner.
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Sean Paul is determined to impress Ce'cile in the bedroom.
Yuh know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy betta arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
'Cause we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Ce'cile once again expresses her desire for a strong, dominant partner.
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Sean Paul is eager to impress Ce'cile with his skills in the bedroom.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CECILE CHARLTON, JEREMY HARDING, SEAN HENRIQUES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
three thirteen
Bwoy Ce'cile, I see it clear yuh know, mi need ya yuh know
Pleeeaaaaseeee! I got a man ok
Yeah but mi neva hear yuh seh nuttin bout him, mi talk bout mi and you now
Well he's there so I gotta let ya know yuh know
Well let's go kick it then we can chill
Anyway yuh caan do nuttin
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Yuh a talk bout dutty yeah
When yuh come inna mi house yuh betta don't play
Just land di big jet pon di runway
Can yuh give it to mi all night all day
Fi real now Ce'cile yuh a talk bout see what I've been goin thru
List one bag a man like yuh deh pon mi few
But wait till di Dutty get a hold of yuh (Whateva)
Inna di bedroom yuh start call mi Shaka Zulu
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Ce'cile now a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Well Sean Paul get wid it badgal nuh waan nuh one minute
Or when tire punch out we rim it
Bruk every state limit, don't waan nuh joke or nuh gimmick
Got fi know how fi shock and fi sting it
Girl, well I'm most talented, betta than wah di doctor recommended
So when di time mi touch yuh it is time well spended
So when did, yuh ever see a yute so demented?
A yuh start it off now a my time fi end it
Yuh know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Well if yuh waan di nanny nanny yo gotta mek mi holla gotta mek mi go
(Oh... yeah) Baby gimme some mo', ride it like a rodeo
Well well well thru di lightning thundastorm Sean Paul nuh stall
Mek yuh leff di wall pon a di wall yuh a crawl
Nah go ease up off di saddle none at all
Start wuk yuh inna di winter when mi dun a next fall
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Yuh a talk bout dutty yeah
When yuh come inna mi house yuh betta don't play
Just land di big jet pon di runway
Can yuh give it to mi all night all day
Fi real now Ce'cile yuh a talk bout see what I've been goin thru
List one bag a man like yuh deh pon mi few
But wait till di Dutty get a hold of yuh
Inna di bedroom yuh start call mi Shaka Zulu
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
vonda jenkins
This will always be my jam♥️♥️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Rick Stone
Takes me back to high school senior year in 2003 - I'll never forget #Goosebumps
letsCOOKwithELLE
I had this on repeat! Memories 😍🔥
Ghofrane Chetouane
The music art of Sean Paul never be old 💫 .
three thirteen
Bwoy Ce'cile, I see it clear yuh know, mi need ya yuh know
Pleeeaaaaseeee! I got a man ok
Yeah but mi neva hear yuh seh nuttin bout him, mi talk bout mi and you now
Well he's there so I gotta let ya know yuh know
Well let's go kick it then we can chill
Anyway yuh caan do nuttin
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Yuh a talk bout dutty yeah
When yuh come inna mi house yuh betta don't play
Just land di big jet pon di runway
Can yuh give it to mi all night all day
Fi real now Ce'cile yuh a talk bout see what I've been goin thru
List one bag a man like yuh deh pon mi few
But wait till di Dutty get a hold of yuh (Whateva)
Inna di bedroom yuh start call mi Shaka Zulu
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Ce'cile now a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Well Sean Paul get wid it badgal nuh waan nuh one minute
Or when tire punch out we rim it
Bruk every state limit, don't waan nuh joke or nuh gimmick
Got fi know how fi shock and fi sting it
Girl, well I'm most talented, betta than wah di doctor recommended
So when di time mi touch yuh it is time well spended
So when did, yuh ever see a yute so demented?
A yuh start it off now a my time fi end it
Yuh know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Well if yuh waan di nanny nanny yo gotta mek mi holla gotta mek mi go
(Oh... yeah) Baby gimme some mo', ride it like a rodeo
Well well well thru di lightning thundastorm Sean Paul nuh stall
Mek yuh leff di wall pon a di wall yuh a crawl
Nah go ease up off di saddle none at all
Start wuk yuh inna di winter when mi dun a next fall
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Well woman it's a long time mi see yuh and a lust
Mi well waan fi show yuh how mi wicked and tuff
Hand behind your back mi lock it to mi hand cuff
Wuk yuh ago get a strictly A one plus
Yuh a talk bout dutty yeah
When yuh come inna mi house yuh betta don't play
Just land di big jet pon di runway
Can yuh give it to mi all night all day
Fi real now Ce'cile yuh a talk bout see what I've been goin thru
List one bag a man like yuh deh pon mi few
But wait till di Dutty get a hold of yuh
Inna di bedroom yuh start call mi Shaka Zulu
Mi know yuh kinda cute bwoy can yuh do di wuk
I'm lookin for a rudebwoy put ur arms up
And a if yuh rubber suitbwoy I will play ruff
Cau we play ruff, cau we play ruff
Dancho Bozhinov
Old but gold !! This song remembers me about the old days
alejandra ramos
H
Lydia Laticia
Timeless 💫🥺❤😊
Dahlia Duhaney
2022. These songs are timeless 👌🏿
ChinzTv
Definitely still here in 2020! Just heard this on a Liquid Riddim Mix and brought back memories! Ce’Cile’s voice 🔥🔥🔥😍