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."
Oh Man
Sean Paul Lyrics
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Looney Tunes..... Subelo al maximo (Turn it Up to the Max)
Turn it up, turn it up, turn it up... Subelo al maximo
Daddy Yankee a turn it up, turn it up... Subelo al maximo
S Peezy a turn it up,bomb it up, blaze it up, bun it up...
[Chorus Yankee:]
vela como maquinon
ohh no daddy yankee yo
ohh man
chulo y muevelo
cuerpo, dale agitalo
puerta, quiero verlo stop
ohh man
locos quieren pelear
buscate un arma y ya
no no no miro stop
noo man
[Chorus Translation:]
she looks like a great machine
rhythm of the latinos
ohh no daddy yankee yo
ohh man
hot and moving it, body's shaking it all up
door's close, wanna see you, stop
ohh man
this crazy guys wanna fight
just get a gun that's it
I don't even want to look stop no man
Because we bouncin' to the ouncin'
Keep on flippin' and dippin' it
Gal cause the riddim have kick in it...stickin' it...
[Verse 1:]
no firmoleo en el juego
en la zona cero me quedo
y disparo a lo callejero
so siguelo
mami llego el machetero
cargando el macho de acero
pa dar piquete a ese cuero
so dimelo
[Verse 1 Translation:]
I don't get involved In the game
I stay in the neutral zone
and I shoot in the street style
so let's go.
Mami the killer has arrived
carrying the man of steel
to give some cuts to that skin
so tell me
[Chorus Sean:]
Because the gal dem ever hot
We love fi see them shake it from front to the back
Reggae, Dancehall, Reggaeton gimme the track
Make I rock it to the gal them make them move non-stop
Cause that's....whats up...
[Repeat]
[Verse 2:]
Lockin' it and stockin' it...Make the gal dem put dem back in it
Same time we be trackin' it...Sean da Paul be slappin' it
The gal den say we rockin' it..You done know we a di top in it..
We a di dap in it...Hey yo some bwoy they be gun poppin' it...
When they should be straight rammin' her...pammin' her and bammin' her..
I man put this John in her...She bawl out we a superstar
She love to feel this Don in her...Some bwoy say dem a warrior..
But just gimme the gal dem make we give it to them with stamina...
[Chorus Yankee:]
[Verse 3:]
you gotta let it bounce
aqui esta el mas guillao
welcome to my house of pain
wired out ......
daddy suena activa'o
con el son del caribe
las mamis se lo viven
pega y te doy melao
[Verse 3 Translation:]
You gotta let it bounce
here is the
welcome to my house of pain
wired out ......
Daddy is activated now
with the rhythm of the caribbean.
All the girls just enjoy it
get closer and you shall receive
Me push it right up inna di tight up make dem bawl and all a
Scream the whole night up...ready fi go turn gal on..
Them say dem a love gal like we love gal SP ready fi rub-a-dub gal..
Fat gal...slim gal.....stoosh gal and all me
Thug gal mamitas...sexy and petitas...like them dress up inna dem neatas
Ready fi greet us...waan fi meet us...
Gimme the senoritas with the tight up in between-as,
All the Jennifer dem, the Eva's and Selena's...Yankee!
[Chorus Yankee:]
[Chorus Sean:]
[Chorus Yankee:]
The song "Oh Man" by Sean Paul and Daddy Yankee is a catchy blend of reggae, dancehall, and reggaeton. The lyrics are mostly about partying, dancing, and bouncing to the rhythm, but there are also some references to guns, street style, and rough love. The main chorus is shared by Yankee and Paul, with some variations, while the verses are mostly individual, with different rhymes and themes. Sean Paul's verse is about his prowess as a lover and a party starter, while Yankee's verse is more aggressive, with references to guns, fights, and control over women. The rhythms and melodies are dynamic, with plenty of bass, percussion, and vocal harmonies, creating an energetic and fun vibe.
One interesting fact about "Oh Man" is that it samples a beat from an earlier song by Sean Paul called "Get Busy", which became a global hit in 2003. The beat was produced by Steven "Lenky" Marsden, who is known for his innovative use of the "Diwali" riddim, which has been used in many dancehall and reggaeton tracks. Another fact is that Daddy Yankee was already a well-established artist in the Latin music scene when he collaborated with Sean Paul, who was more focused on the Jamaican and international markets. Their collaboration helped to bridge the gap between reggaeton and dancehall, and to expand their fan bases.
Another interesting fact is that "Oh Man" was released in 2002 as part of Sean Paul's album "Dutty Rock", which also featured other popular songs such as "Gimme the Light" and "Like Glue". The album won a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 2004 and became one of the best-selling reggae albums of all time. Additionally, "Oh Man" was included in the soundtrack of the movie "2 Fast 2 Furious" in 2003, which added to its exposure and popularity.
The chords for "Oh Man" are hard to determine, as the song relies more on beats and loops than on traditional instrumentation. However, the song uses a bassline that follows a simple pattern of G# - F# - E - F# for most of the verses and choruses, while the melody and vocals have more variations and improvisations. The song also features some reggae-style guitar licks and horn sounds that add to the festive atmosphere.
To sum up, "Oh Man" is a vibrant and catchy song that blends different genres and cultures, showcasing the talents of Sean Paul and Daddy Yankee as versatile and charismatic performers. The lyrics may not be deep or meaningful, but they capture a sense of joy, confidence, and escapism that appeals to many listeners. The song has become a classic of the early 2000s music scene and continues to inspire dancehall and reggaeton artists today.
Line by Line Meaning
Looney Tunes..... Subelo al maximo (Turn it Up to the Max)
Introducing the song with a request to turn up the volume to the maximum.
Turn it up, turn it up, turn it up... Subelo al maximo
Repeating the request to turn up the volume to the maximum.
Daddy Yankee a turn it up, turn it up... Subelo al maximo
Mentioning Daddy Yankee and repeating the request to turn up the volume to the maximum.
S Peezy a turn it up,bomb it up, blaze it up, bun it up...
Mentioning S Peezy and adding different phrases to request turning up the volume.
vela como maquinon
Describing a woman who looks like a great machine.
son son de lo latino
Referring to the Latin rhythm of the music.
ohh no daddy yankee yo
Oh no, Daddy Yankee is mentioned.
ohh man
An expression of amazement or excitement.
chulo y muevelo
Describing a hot woman who is moving and shaking her body.
cuerpo, dale agitalo
Encouraging someone to shake their body.
puerta, quiero verlo stop
Expressing a desire to see something behind closed doors.
ohh man
Repeating the expression of amazement or excitement.
locos quieren pelear
Describing crazy guys who want to fight.
buscate un arma y ya
Suggesting to get a weapon to handle the situation.
no no no miro stop
Expressing a desire to stop or not look anymore.
I don't even want to look stop no man
Reinforcing the desire to stop looking and not be involved in the situation.
Because we bouncin' to the ouncin'
Describing the act of bouncing to the rhythm of the music.
Keep on flippin' and dippin' it
Encouraging the continuation of dancing and moving to the music.
Gal cause the riddim have kick in it...stickin' it...
Referring to the rhythm of the music having a kick to it and the act of sticking to the dance moves.
I don't get involved In the game
Expressing a desire to stay neutral and not involved in any negativity.
I stay in the neutral zone
Describing the act of staying neutral.
and I shoot in the street style
Referring to a tough style of shooting.
so let's go.
Encouraging action and movement.
Mami the killer has arrived
Referring to oneself as a killer, and suggesting a dangerous persona has arrived.
carrying the man of steel
Carrying a weapon made of steel.
to give some cuts to that skin
Suggesting to harm someone physically.
so tell me
Asking someone to respond.
Because the gal dem ever hot
Referring to hot women who are constantly attractive.
We love fi see them shake it from front to the back
Expressing a desire to see women dance and move their bodies.
Reggae, Dancehall, Reggaeton gimme the track
Naming genres of music and expressing a desire to have these types of songs playing.
Make I rock it to the gal them make them move non-stop
Encouraging oneself to perform and make women dance non-stop.
Cause that's....whats up...
That's what is happening and it's great.
Lockin' it and stockin' it...
Describing the act of locking and stocking something.
Make the gal dem put dem back in it
Encouraging women to get back into the dancing and moving spirit.
Same time we be trackin' it...
Describing the act of tracking something simultaneously.
Sean da Paul be slappin' it
Referring to oneself as Sean da Paul and describing the act of slapping something, likely a musical instrument.
The gal den say we rockin' it..
Women are saying that men are performing well.
You done know we a di top in it..
Claiming to be at the top of one's game.
We a di dap in it...
Referring to being experts in something.
Hey yo some bwoy they be gun poppin' it...
Describing men who use guns and suggesting it's not the right way to handle things.
When they should be straight rammin' her...pammin' her and bammin' her..
Suggesting men should be pleasuring women instead of using guns.
I man put this John in her...
Referring to putting oneself inside a woman.
She bawl out we a superstar
A woman is crying out that a man is a superstar.
She love to feel this Don in her...
A woman loves the feeling of a man inside her.
Some bwoy say dem a warrior..
Describing men who claim to be warriors.
But just gimme the gal dem make we give it to them with stamina...
Focused on women and the ability to pleasure them for a long period of time.
you gotta let it bounce
Encouraging someone to let their body bounce to the music.
aqui esta el mas guillao
Describing someone as the most feared.
welcome to my house of pain
An invitation to join someone in a place of physical pain.
wired out ......
Suggesting being high or out of control.
daddy suena activa'o
Referring to oneself as Daddy and being active.
con el son del caribe
With the rhythm of the Caribbean music.
las mamis se lo viven
Describing how women are enjoying the music and the atmosphere.
pega y te doy melao
Suggesting to get close to someone and share sweet things.
Me push it right up inna di tight up make dem bawl and all a
Describing physically pushing oneself onto a woman and making her scream.
Scream the whole night up...ready fi go turn gal on..
Expecting to please women for the whole night and get them aroused.
Them say dem a love gal like we love gal SP ready fi rub-a-dub gal..
Describing a love for women and readiness to have physical contact.
Fat gal...slim gal.....stoosh gal and all me
Describing women of different sizes and personality traits.
Thug gal mamitas...sexy and petitas...like them dress up inna dem neatas
Describing women who are both tough and sexy.
Ready fi greet us...waan fi meet us...
Describing women who are ready to meet and greet men.
Gimme the senoritas with the tight up in between-as,
Asking for women with tight bodies.
All the Jennifer dem, the Eva's and Selena's...Yankee!
Referring to specific women with these names, and mentioning Daddy Yankee.
Contributed by Maria F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Pau FA
Hace 11 años que salió esta canción ¡Ay! Noooooo ya estoy vieja tenía 17 años cuando la escuchaba ahora tengo 28 ya no quiero que pase el tiempo extraño aquellos tiempos de pubertad y juventud 😭❤️
Anthony Caldas
Recién me entero de que Sean Paul hiciera un dúo con Daddy Yankee xD
Humberto Gonzalez
Es verdad, un gran recuerdo.
ronal granja
esta cancion no tiene 11 años, tiene ya 14 años, me recuerda mi adolescencia.
AHUEVO !!
@ronal granja compa usted tiene razón
ronal granja
@AHUEVO !! ahorita en 2020 ya cumple 15 años este clasico.
Christian Sinalin
Lastima que el reggaeton de ahora no suena así...
juan andres beta cor
sean paul tiene que sacar mas temas reggaetoneros le queda increible la vos con este ritmo, que se junten devueltam para mi unos de los mejores temas!!
Vanusa Benjamin
Combinação perfeita! Daddy Yanke & Sean Paul ♥
Abhay kapil
Vanusa Benjamin