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."
Gimme the Light {Edited Version}
Sean Paul Lyrics
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Just gimme the light (yo, yo)
Just gimme the light (Dutty, yeah), just gimme the light
Sean-A-Paul (yeah) yo, yo
Just gimme the light and pass the dro, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
'Cause I'm inna di vibes and I got my dough, ust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem lookin hype and I gots to know
Could I be yuh protector, yuh buff in every sector
Every man around dem waan turn yuh inspector
But yuh no let dem sweat ya no grill yuh wid no lecture
'Bout dem power drill or dem fuel injector
Dem a infector, disease collector
Nuff a dem a gwaan like dem waan come wreck ya
Dun out di part weh yuh got in yuh center
Well yuh know yuh nah let dem guy deh affect ya, yo gal
Just gimme the light and pass the dro, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
Which one is gonna catch my flow
'Cause I'm inna di vibes and I got my dough, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem lookin hype and I gots to know
One, two, three, four, five of dem, situation gettin' really live again
Gal dem waan fi hang out wid di playas and di riders dem
Beside a dem, and dem seh dem tired of di liars dem
Friars and connivers dem will never get inside a dem
Dem clyder dem, especially di money hider dem
Watchy-watchy gal 'bout dem a time fi mek a bride a dem
Denied again, some a dem a move like a Spider-Man
Gal dem seh dem nah open wide again, yo
Just gimme the light and pass the dro, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
Which one is gonna catch my flow
'Cause I'm inna di vibes and I got my dough, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem lookin' hype and I gots to know
Could I be yuh protector yuh buff in every sector
Every man around dem waan turn yuh inspector
But yuh no let dem sweat ya, no grill yuh wid no lecture
'Bout dem power drill or dem fuel injector
Dem a infector, disease collector
Nuff a dem a gwaan like dem waan come wreck ya
Dun out di part weh yuh got in yuh center
Well yuh know yuh nah let dem guy deh affect ya, yo gal
Just gimme the light and pass the dro, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
Which one is gonna catch my flow
'Cause I'm inna di vibes and I got my dough, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem lookin' hype and I gots to know
One, two, three, four, five of dem, situation gettin' really live again
Gal dem waan fi hang out wid di playas and di riders dem
Beside a dem, and dem seh dem tired of di liars dem
Friars and connivers dem will never get inside a dem
Dem clyder dem, especially di money hider dem
Watchy-watchy gal 'bout dem a time fi mek a bride a dem
Denied again, some a dem a move like a Spider-Man
Gal dem seh dem nah open wide again, yo
Just gimme the light and pass the dro, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
Which one is gonna catch my flow
'Cause I'm inna di vibes and I got my dough, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem lookin' hype and I gots to know (yo, yo, well)
Just gimme the light and pass the dro, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
Which one is gonna catch my flow
'Cause I'm inna di vibes and I got my dough, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem lookin' hype and I gots to know (yo, mi guh so, den)
Just gimme the light and pass the dro, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
Which one is gonna catch my flow
'Cause I'm inna di vibes and I got my dough, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem lookin' hype and I gots to know (yo, mi guh so, den)
Just gimme the light and pass the dro, bust anotha bottle of Moe'
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
The lyrics of Sean Paul and Ziggy Marley's song "Gimme the Light" are about having a good time at a party and wanting to know which girl is going to vibe with them. The song opens with Sean Paul's signature catchphrase "Just gimme the light," signaling the start of the party. He then asks for someone to pass him the dro (marijuana) and another bottle of alcohol. He is surrounded by women and is trying to figure out which one will catch his flow and vibe with him. Sean Paul is confident in his ability to attract and impress women as he is in the vibes and has his money. He wants to be seen as a protector for any woman who is interested in him, ensuring that no other man tries to take advantage of her. He encourages her to not be swayed by materialistic men who may just want to use her.
The second verse talks about a situation that is getting more lively. Sean Paul is surrounded by girls who want to hang out with him and other players like him. However, they are tired of being lied to and played around with by some men. These women want to be respected and not objectified. The chorus of the song repeats the desire for more alcohol and the desire for the right girl to catch their flow at the party.
Overall, the song is a fun and upbeat anthem about partying and having a good time, but also highlights the importance of respecting and protecting women at the party.
Line by Line Meaning
Just gimme the light!!! (Yeah yeah)
I want to party and have a good time
Just gimme the light!!!! Just gimme the light!!!
I really, really want to party and have a good time
Sean-A-Paul, yo yo
I'm Sean Paul, and I'm here to party
Just gimme the light and pass the dro! Bust anotha bottle of moe
I want some weed and also more alcohol to keep the party going
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
Which one is gonna catch my flow
I see women around me and want to know who is interested in me and my lifestyle
Cause I'm inna di vibes and I got my dough!
I'm in a good mood and have money to spend
Could I be yuh protector yuh buff in every sector
I want to protect you and be there for you in every aspect of your life
Every man around dem waan turn yuh inspector
Other men are interested in you and want to monitor your actions
But yuh no let dem sweat ya no grill yuh wid no lecture
You don't let them bother you or criticize you
'Bout dem power drill or dem fuel injector
They talk about their possessions and material items
Dem a infector, disease collector
They are trouble and a bad influence
Nuff a dem a gwaan like dem waan come wreck ya
Many of them act like they want to ruin your life
Dun out di part weh yuh got in yuh sector
Well yuh know yuh nah let dem guy deh affect ya, yo gal
You have your own things going on and you won't let them bring you down
One two three four five of dem, situation gettin really live again
More people are coming to the party and things are heating up
Gal dem waan fi hang out wid di playas and di riders dem
Beside a dem, and dem seh dem tired of di liars dem
Women want to hang out with the cool guys and are tired of men who lie
Friarrs and convers dem will never get inside a dem
Dem clyder dem, especially di money hider dem
Religious people and those who talk too much won't be accepted by the cool crowd, especially those who hide their wealth
Watch-watch gal bout dem a time fi mek a bride a dem
Denied again, some a dem a move like a Spider Man
Gal dem seh dem nah open wide again, yo
Women are talking about finding a husband, but some men are approaching them in unappealing ways and they don't want to engage sexually
Just gimme the light and pass the dro! Bust anotha bottle of moe
I still want weed and more alcohol to keep the party going even stronger
Gal dem inna me sight and I gots to know
Which one is gonna catch my flow
I'm still looking for women who are interested in me and my lifestyle
Cause I'm inna di vibes and I got my dough!
I'm still in a good mood and have the money to spend
Gal dem lookin hype and I gots to know
Women around me seem excited, and I want to know who is interested
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Troy Rami, Sean Henriques
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Randi Rampersad
This song will never ever get old!
Alessa
i never get sick of this song... love it!!
Rock & Soul '95
My childhood right here! I remember dancing to this as a little girl in the early 2000s.
Dacota Sarao
MUY BUENA MUSICA ME ENCANTA :*
Paul Rivera
Sean Paul was the Future of the early 00's
young lawd
@Donikqua Collier n elephant man
young lawd
N elephant man
Donikqua Collier
Yess
Michael Cowie
This song used to totally ROCK the radio stations back in the Fall of 2002! Right when I started high school! Great memories.
Also, right before I typed up and posted this comment, there were already 666 comments...I hope this one doesn't give me bad luck soon!
Lil Jah Jah
I was born in 2002 June 28