Gimme The Light
Sean Paul [Feat. Busta Rhymes] Lyrics
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Ay yo Sean Paul!!!
[Sean Paul]
Yo yo
[Busta Rhymes]
A Busta Rhymes, listen up
[Sean Paul]
Wah gwaan
[Busta Rhymes]
Pass me the blow torch let me light up this big head nigga
[Sean Paul]
No doubt
[Busta Rhymes]
Bring dat come rudebwoy
[Sean Paul]
A Dutty Yeah!!!
[Busta Rhymes]
Flipmode check it!!!
[Sean Paul]
Just gimme the light and pass the dro! Buss anotha bottle a moe
(Huh huh huh huh huh come on)
Gal dem inna mi sight and I got to know (Yeah, yeah)
Which one is gonna catch my flow (Busta Bus now)
Cause I'm inna di vibe and I got my dough! (Yeah, Sean Paul now)
Buss anotha bottle a moe
(Remix, remix, remix) Gal dem lookin hype and I got to know!!!
Busta Rhymes
[Busta Rhymes]
Yeah yeah check it, clap oonu hand oonu fi clap oonu hand
Busta Bus inna di place oonu fi clap oonu hand
Seh mi and Sean Paul link up come fi create a plan
To go a dancehall buss it up and mek couple grand
Run the streets you never move without the rest of the clan
With a nine in the door panel in the side of the van
Despite the hate that be always comin for you and your man
It's Flipmode and Sean Paul nigga, understand
[Sean Paul]
Tell dem nuh ready fi di level weh di Dutty deh pon
Turn up di bass and di treble music a di weopen
Gal a whine up dem waist like a phenomenon
All over di world oonu fi sing this a song yo
[Sean Paul]
Just gimme the light and pass the dro! Buss anotha bottle a moe
Gal dem inna mi sight and I got to know (Yo, yo, yo yo yo)
Which one is gonna catch my flow (Check it)
Cause mi inna di vibe and I got my dough! (Flipmode baby!)
Buss anotha bottle a moe (Come on, Sean Paul baby!)
Gal dem lookin hype and I got to know!
(Come on, yeah, yeah, Busta Bus now!)
[Busta Rhymes]
We be blazin cellular phones in wire or cingular
And still gotta connect to smoke a piece of the rizla
See if you could in a philly or a chalice I'm givin you
The chance to smoke up until a ugly chick look like Vivica Fox
Clap oonu hand oonu fi clap oonu hand
Busta Bus inna di place oonu fi clap oonu hand
Seh mi and Sean Paul link up come fi create a plan
To go a dancehall buss it up and mek couple grand
[Sean Paul]
Cause Busta Bus will never stop and Sean-A-Paul will never quit
Keep doin di Dutty Rock I mek dem gwaan buss pon it
Pony Tail a bruk out and every man a seh she fit
So di Dutty keep it bright up and lit yo
[Sean Paul]
Just gimme the light and pass the dro! (Check it!!!)
Buss anotha bottle a moe (Ha!!! Huh!!!)
Gal dem inna mi sight and I got to know
(Flipmode baby! Busta Bus baby! Sean Paul now! check it!)
Which one is gonna catch my flow
Cause mi inna di vibe and I got my dough!
Buss anotha bottle a moe (Come on!!!)
Gal dem lookin hype and I got to know!!! (Remix, Remix, Come on!)
[Sean Paul]
Yo! Well every dance that we touch it get hype up (Hype up)
And every stage yo we done it bun right up (Right up)
Mi wanna push up oonu left and oonu right up (Right up)
Because di lyrics dem a blast till night up (Night up)
Come on don't act slight up and fight up (Fight up)
Mi haffi tell dem seh Jah Jah unite up (Nite up)
A one ting Sean-A-Paul yet fi sight up (Sight up)
When mi red and when mi high like a kite up, Busta
[Busta Rhymes]
Yeah, di dro dat a di ting weh we need
Gallang go crush all a di bud and crush di whole a di seed
Mek we smoke all a di boom until di eye dem a bleed
Or we bun all a di herb and smoke a pound a di weed
[Sean Paul]
Just gimme the light and pass the dro! Buss anotha bottle a moe (Huh!)
Gal dem inna mi sight and I got to know (Ha!)
Which one is gonna catch my flow (Huh!)
Cause mi inna di vibe and I got my dough! (Come on!)
Buss anotha bokkle a moe
Gal dem lookin hype and I got to know! (Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha!)
(Yo!) Just gimme me the light and pass the dro!
(What! What! What! What!) Buss anotha bottle a moe
Gal dem inna mi sight and I got to know (Huh! Huh! Come on!)
Which one is gonna catch my flow
Cause mi inna di vibe and I got my dough! Buss anotha bottle a moe
Gal dem lookin hype and I got to know!
[Sean Paul]
Yo yo yo, A Dutty Yeah
[Busta Rhymes]
Huh!
[Sean Paul]
Remix king, well yuh dun know, Busta Rhymes, Sean-A-Paul
[Busta Rhymes]
Yeah, Busta Bus now, yeah, Sean Paul now
Yeah, remix, remix, remix, yeah, yeah, remix!
The song Gimme The Light by Sean Paul featuring Busta Rhymes is a representation of dancehall music culture. The song begins with Busta Rhymes asking Sean Paul to pass him a blowtorch so he could light up the place, saying he wants Sean Paul to bring it on in that Dutty style. Sean Paul chimes in, agreeing with him, and saying he needs to buy another bottle more, and oh! It needs to be in a remix version, thus creating a vibrant atmosphere.
The song is notorious for its sexualized lyrics and for the infusion of reggae, dancehall, and hip hop cultures. The lyrics are suggestive of smoking marijuana and picking up women at a dancehall club. Busta Rhymes and Sean Paul take turns with their sexually explicit lyrics, with Busta Rhymes referring to a woman whose looks improve with every puff of smoke, and Sean Paul aggressively pursuing women. Overall, the song provides an exciting party vibe and a great dancehall experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Ay yo Sean Paul!!!
Busta Rhymes greets Sean Paul and gets his attention.
Wah gwaan
Sean Paul responds to Busta Rhymes and asks what's up.
Pass me the blow torch let me light up this big head nigga
Busta Rhymes asks for Sean Paul to give him the opportunity to insult someone (possibly himself), using a metaphorical reference to a blow torch and lighting up someone's big head.
Bring dat come rudebwoy
Sean Paul responds by referring to Busta Rhymes as a rude boy and tells him to bring it on.
Just gimme the light and pass the dro! Buss anotha bottle a moe
Sean Paul requests a joint and another bottle of alcohol to keep the party going.
Gal dem inna mi sight and I got to know
Sean Paul notices some girls and wants to know which one will be interested in him.
Which one is gonna catch my flow
Sean Paul wants to know which girl is going to be interested in him and his style.
Cause I'm inna di vibe and I got my dough!
Sean Paul is confident, feeling good and thinks he has what it takes to get a girl.
Gal dem lookin hype and I got to know!!!
Sean Paul sees more girls that he finds attractive and wants to know which ones are interested in him.
Clap oonu hand oonu fi clap oonu hand
Busta Rhymes tells the crowd to clap their hands and get excited.
Seh mi and Sean Paul link up come fi create a plan
Busta Rhymes partners with Sean Paul to plan something, possibly a big show in a dancehall.
With a nine in the door panel in the side of the van
Busta Rhymes is carrying a gun in a hidden compartment of his van.
All over di world oonu fi sing this a song yo
Busta Rhymes thinks this song will be very popular and wants everyone in the world to hear it.
We be blazin cellular phones in wire or cingular
They are smoking marijuana while using their phones from any carrier (such as Wire or Cingular).
And still gotta connect to smoke a piece of the rizla
They still need to find a way to get a hold of some rolling paper in order to smoke marijuana.
So di Dutty keep it bright up and lit yo
Sean Paul wants to create a fun and exciting atmosphere by keeping the party vibrant and energetic.
Well every dance that we touch it get hype up (Hype up)
Busta Rhymes claims that every dance party they participate in becomes very exciting and energetic.
And every stage yo we done it bun right up (Right up)
Busta Rhymes and Sean Paul make every performance a success, burning up the stage with their energy.
Mi wanna push up oonu left and oonu right up (Right up)
Busta Rhymes wants the crowd to get more involved and push each other around during the performance.
Just gimme me the light and pass the dro!
Sean Paul requests a joint and wants it to be passed to him.
Because di lyrics dem a blast till night up
The song's lyrics are so powerful and lively that it makes people excited and energetic all night long.
A one ting Sean-A-Paul yet fi sight up (Sight up)
Busta Rhymes acknowledges that Sean Paul still has some moves up his sleeve that no one has seen or expects.
When mi red and when mi high like a kite up, Busta
When Busta Rhymes is high on drugs, he feels like he can fly like a kite.
Yeah, di dro dat a di ting weh we need
Busta Rhymes believes that smoking marijuana is necessary, it's what they need to lift up the atmosphere and make it more enjoyable.
Or we bun all a di herb and smoke a pound a di weed
They would like to burn all the marijuana and smoke an entire pound of it, meaning they want to have a good time.
Yo yo yo, A Dutty Yeah
A phrase expressing excitement or victory.
Remix king
Busta Rhymes suggests that he's the king of creating remixes.
Remix, remix, remix, yeah, yeah, remix!
Busta Rhymes wants to continue the remix culture and make more of their songs available in different versions.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Troy Rami, Sean Henriques, Trevor Smith
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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International Appeal: Sean Paul's music has a universal appeal that transcends cultural and geographical boundaries.
Chart-Topping Hits: He has produced numerous chart-topping hits that have achieved widespread popularity.
Distinctive Voice: Sean Paul's unique vocal delivery and signature style set him apart from other artists.
Versatility: He seamlessly blends Dancehall, Reggae, Hip-Hop, and Pop influences in his music.
Cross-Genre Collaborations: He has collaborated with artists from various genres, expanding his reach beyond the Dancehall scene.
Commercial Success: His albums and singles have consistently achieved commercial success on a global scale.
Innovative Music Videos: His visually appealing music videos contribute to his overall appeal.
Longevity: Sean Paul has maintained relevance in the industry for many years.
Award Recognition: He has received numerous awards and nominations for his music.
Stage Presence: His energetic performances and charismatic stage presence captivate audiences.
Influence on Pop Culture: Sean Paul's influence can be seen in fashion trends, dance moves, and slang.
Pioneering Dancehall's Crossover: He played a pivotal role in bringing Dancehall music to mainstream audiences.
Global Tours: His world tours have helped him connect with fans from various parts of the world.
Hit Collaborations: Collaborations with artists like Beyoncé, Sia, and Enrique Iglesias have further expanded his reach.
Memorable Hooks: His catchy hooks and memorable lyrics make his songs easily recognizable.
Incorporation of Various Styles: He infuses Dancehall with elements of Pop, R&B, and Hip-Hop, creating a unique fusion.
Lyricism: Sean Paul's lyrics often touch on relatable themes, enhancing his connection with listeners.
Social Media Presence: He effectively uses social media to engage with fans and promote his music.
Diverse Fan Base: His music attracts fans from different age groups and backgrounds.
International Tours: Sean Paul's extensive touring schedule has helped him build a global fan base.
Continued Innovation: He continually evolves his sound to keep up with changing musical trends.
Musical Evolution: His willingness to experiment with new sounds and styles keeps his music fresh.
Impact on Dancehall's Evolution: Sean Paul's success has contributed to the evolution of Dancehall music.
Crossover Appeal: His ability to fuse Jamaican rhythms with mainstream sounds appeals to a wide audience.
Radio Airplay: His songs receive heavy rotation on radio stations around the world.
Hit-Making Formula: Sean Paul has a knack for creating infectious hooks and melodies.
Multiple Platinum Records: He has achieved multiple platinum and gold records for his album and single sales.
Consistency: Sean Paul consistently delivers new music and projects for his fans.
Global Icon Status: He is recognized as a cultural icon in various parts of the world.
Music Licensing: His tracks are often used in movies, TV shows, and commercials.
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