1, Shaggy (born October 22… Read Full Bio ↴Shaggy is the name of, at least, two artists.
1, Shaggy (born October 22, 1969, in Kingston, Jamaica as Orville Richard Burrell), is a Jamaican reggae artist who takes his nickname from his shaggy hair. He is especially notable for his distinctive sub-baritone voice.
His family immigrated to the United States and they settled in the neighborhood of Flatbush, Brooklyn, located in New York City, New York, USA.
In 1988, he joined the United States Marine Corps and served during Operation Desert Storm during the Persian Gulf War.
On his return from Iraq, he decided to pursue his music career and his first hit in 1993: "Oh Carolina", was a dancehall re-make of a ska hit by the Folkes Brothers. The same year, Shaggy appeared on Kenny Dope's hip hop album "The Unreleased Project". He worked together with producers such as Sting Intl., Don One (who cut his first track), Lloyd 'Spiderman' Campbell and Robert Livingston. He had further big hits, including "Boombastic" in 1995.
He then had a major comeback in 2001, featuring worldwide number-one hit singles "It Wasn't Me" and "Angel," the latter of which was built around Merrilee Rush's 1968 hit "Angel of the Morning" (which was remade in 1981 by Juice Newton). The album Hot Shot, from which those cuts came, would hit number one on the Billboard 200.
However, his 2002 release Lucky Day, and the 2005 album Clothes Drop failed to match Hot Shot's success.
Shaggy performed the theme for Showtime (film), a 2002 movie.
2, Shaggy, a swedish rock/blues rock band from the 1970's. Released one album, "Lessons for beginners"
14-Chica Bonita
Shaggy Lyrics
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What is cinco cervezas I really don't know
But this pretty little senorita said it and I liked how it flowed
What is venga mi casa I really don't know
From the way that she smiled I could tell how the story would go
[Chorus]
Chica bonita you pretty like a rose
Dame un beso you hot and it shows
Toca mi vida and everybody knows repeat
[Verse]
Baby baby baby
Tell me what you want to do and where you want to go
Ain't no need to rush it baby we can take it slow
I swear it must be cupid shooting arrows with his bow
I notice in your eyes a certain glow
Have me wondering now
Is it really me or tell me do you feel the same
I feel like I'm in love and I don't even know your name
I know what I am saying to you may sound pretty lame
Your love is like an everlasting flame
[Hook chorus]
[Verse]
Lovely lady would you
Please give me a signal so I know you understand
Maybe I should start by making gestures with my hand
Girl you're like a rising star and I'm your biggest fan
My sweet bonita diva with the tan
Got me thinking baby
We could make a life together on the ocean shore
Paradise is where you are I'm ready to explore
Can never get enough of you it's all about amour
And happiness is knocking at your door
[Hook chorus]
In the song "Chica Bonita," Shaggy and Ricardo Rikrok Ducent sing about a beautiful woman and their infatuation with her. The opening lines of the song, "What is cinco cervezas I really don't know, but this pretty little Senorita said it and I liked how it flowed," suggest that the song is set in a Spanish-speaking country, and the men are enjoying the local culture, language, and women. The chorus of the song, "Chica bonita you pretty like a rose, Mi senorita mi love how you a pose," is an expression of admiration for the woman's beauty and pose.
As the song progresses, the lyrics suggest that the singer is falling in love with the woman despite not even knowing her name. The lyrics, "I feel like I'm in love and I don't even know your name" are a testament to the unexplainable attraction that love can hold. The verse that follows this line, "Got me thinking baby, We could make a life together on the ocean shore" emphasizes the singer's desire to be with the woman and start a life together, despite knowing so little about her. Overall, the song is a tale of infatuation and admiration for a beautiful woman, set in a Spanish-speaking country with references to the local culture.
Line by Line Meaning
What is cinco cervezas I really don't know
I don't understand what 'cinco cervezas' means
But this pretty little senorita said it and I liked how it flowed
However, when this attractive woman said it, I think it sounded nice
What is venga mi casa I really don't know
I'm not sure what 'venga mi casa' means
From the way that she smiled I could tell how the story would go
But by the way she smiled, I could sense where the conversation was going
Chica bonita you pretty like a rose
You, beautiful girl, are as lovely as a rose
Mi senorita mi love how you a pose
My darling, I love the way you pose
Dame un beso you hot and it shows
Give me a kiss; you're so attractive that it's visible
Toca mi vida and everybody knows repeat
Touch my life and everyone will know
Baby baby baby
Oh, dear
Tell me what you want to do and where you want to go
Please, let me know your wishes and desires
Ain't no need to rush it baby we can take it slow
There is no rush, we can take our time
I swear it must be cupid shooting arrows with his bow
I believe Cupid is responsible for my attraction to you
I notice in your eyes a certain glow
I see a spark in your eyes
Have me wondering now
This makes me curious
Is it really me or tell me do you feel the same
Do you feel the same way as I do or is it only me?
I feel like I'm in love and I don't even know your name
I think I'm in love with you without knowing your name
I know what I am saying to you may sound pretty lame
I know my words may sound unexciting
Your love is like an everlasting flame
Your love never fades away
Lovely lady would you
Beautiful lady, would you please
Please give me a signal so I know you understand
Show me a sign that you comprehend
Maybe I should start by making gestures with my hand
Perhaps I could begin by using hand signals
Girl you're like a rising star and I'm your biggest fan
You are like an emerging star and I'm your greatest admirer
My sweet bonita diva with the tan
My lovely, tanned beauty
Got me thinking baby
You have me considering, my dear
We could make a life together on the ocean shore
We could build a future together on the beach
Paradise is where you are I'm ready to explore
With you, I am ready to explore paradise
Can never get enough of you it's all about amour
I can never have enough of you; it's all about love
And happiness is knocking at your door
Happiness is waiting for you
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Ultra Tunes
Written by: NIGEL STAFF, ORVILLE BURRELL, RICKARDO DUCENT, SHAUN PIZZONIA
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