Shaggy is the name of, at least, two artists.
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"

Ah-E-A-Oh -
Shaggy Lyrics

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AH-E-A-OH
It's like that to the maximum
Shaggy (Ha)
Sylva (Ha)
Rub-a-dub injection for them
She say
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH

AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
If only you know me
Woman you're looking lonely
I've me your name and number number, is it Ruta or it Naomi
You no know me, can't blow me
Stop talking baloney
Try to control me but you know you couldn't hold me
Respect you need to show me when deh ya my man's my homie
Inject you like a cassette to Dicay or it's a Sony
Woman a camouflage at nothing but the fucking phoney
Fat or an bony, look like macaroni
Saddle up gal the hula-hula, ride mi pony
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH, AH
Reach inna your body, things a run red
Sylva deh ya now me and mi text draw on a dread
Give me the 45 now bust, knock out, no bust no lead
Lyrical entertainment what me give them instead
Sylva, Mr. Shaggy up inna the call friends
Sting and Robert for production again
With no rub-ub, with no skin out we naw beg no friend
This one we bill out fi the gal pickney them
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
Look how the gal them a bubble and wine
Pump up a swing out pon the front line
She wine, she ram, she do the pump and everything combine
The blister of the shake on them the splitted be a slime
Sting a lead them in the rhythm
While the Sylva arrive
This are Shaggy and Sylva
Lyrically combine
Flatbush combination
Wicked and vile
This time we're thin for foreign kin so watch with profile
We're wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and
wicked and wild

AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
Gal start fi move and the man them say aah
Rub-a-dub-a fling like the massive say hey
Hand inna the air and everybody shout hee
Gal a dotty gal and then the man them say hoo
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
If only you know me
Woman you're looking lonely
Give me your name and number, is it Ruta or it's Naomi
You no know me, can't blow me
Stop talking baloney
Try to control me but you know you couldn't hold me
Respect you need to show me when deh ya my man's my homie
Inject you like a cassete to Dicay or it's a Sony
Woman a camouflage at nothing but the fucking phoney
Fat or an bony, muddle like macaroni
Sit down pon the hm-hm, saddle up, ride mi pony
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
Reach inna your body, things a run red
Sylva deh ya now me and mi text draw on a dread
Give me the 45 now bust, knock out, no bust no lead
Lyrical entertainment me go give them instead
Sylva and Shaggy up inna the call friends
Sting and Robert for production again
With no rub-ub, with no skin out we naw beg no friend
This one we bill out fi the gal pickney them
Sing
Aaah, hm
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
AH-E-A-OH
Look how the gal them a bubble and wine
Pump up a swing out pon the front line
She wine and ram, she do the pump and everything combine
The blister of the shake on them the splitted be a slime
Sting a lead them in the rhythm
While the Sylva arrive
This are Shags man and Sylva
Lyrically combine
The Flatbush combination
Wicked and vile
This time we're thin for foreign kin so watch with profile
So we're wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and
wicked and vile

What sing
AH-E-A-OH (What)
AH-E-A-OH (What)
AH-E-A-OH (Respect to the maximum)
AH-E-A-OH (Sting International upfronts)
AH-E-A-OH (Robert, respect do all the time)
AH-E-A-OH (Respect to Bajja Jedd, Red Fox)
AH-E-A-OH (Nikey Fungus, Screechy Dan)

AH-E-A-OH (Respect to the man a them call name Lapoo)
AH-E-A-OH (I reach it out proof)(BOO)

Overall Meaning

The song "Ah-E-A-Oh" by Shaggy featuring Sylvia is a dancehall track that highlights the party atmosphere while incorporating witty wordplay and seductive lyrics. The chorus is a repetitive sequence of "AH-E-A-OH" chants that add to the festive ambiance of the song. The verses are divided between Shaggy and Sylvia, with Shaggy presenting his dominance as a man and his ability to attract women. He uses humor, sarcasm, and clever rhymes to shower praise on himself while belittling women who are trying to control him. Sylvia's verse is equally flirtatious, expressing the intense physical attraction between men and women in a club setting. The song ends with the interplay of chanting, singing, and ad-libs, bringing the dance party to an energetic conclusion.

Overall, "Ah-E-A-Oh" is a fun, frivolous song that reflects the Caribbean love of dance, celebration, and sexuality. It also showcases the unique dancehall genre with its complex rhythms, lively percussion, and the blending of vocals and instrumentals. The song's popularity lies in its ability to create an instant party atmosphere, stirring up the crowd with its infectious beat and racy lyrics.

Line by Line Meaning

AH-E-A-OH
A chant to capture the audience's attention

It's like that to the maximum
This is as extreme and intense as it gets

Shaggy (Ha)
Introducing Shaggy's vocals

Sylva (Ha)
Introducing Sylvia's vocals

Rub-a-dub injection for them
A reggae beat for the fans

She say
The woman asserts herself

If only you know me
If only you knew who I truly am

Woman you're looking lonely
You look like you need company

I've me your name and number number, is it Ruta or it Naomi
Give me your contact information, are you Ruta or Naomi?

You no know me, can't blow me
You don't know me and can't manipulate me

Stop talking baloney
Stop talking nonsense

Try to control me but you know you couldn't hold me
You attempted to control me, but couldn't handle me

Respect you need to show me when deh ya my man's my homie
You need to show me respect, my man is my friend

Inject you like a cassette to Dicay or it's a Sony
I'll inject you with reggae music like a cassette

Woman a camouflage at nothing but the fucking phoney
You're nothing but a fake woman

Fat or an bony, look like macaroni
You look like macaroni, in any shape or form

Saddle up gal the hula-hula, ride mi pony
Jump on my lap and let's dance together

AH-E-A-OH, AH
A chant to capture the audience's attention

Reach inna your body, things a run red
I'll excite you deeply, making you blush

Sylva deh ya now me and mi text draw on a dread
Sylva is here with me, rapping on a beat

Give me the 45 now bust, knock out, no bust no lead
Hand over the gun, let's have some fun without causing any harm

Lyrical entertainment what me give them instead
I'll offer you words instead of violence

Sylva, Mr. Shaggy up inna the call friends
Sylva and Shaggy are together, collaborating

Sting and Robert for production again
The producers Sting and Robert are working again

With no rub-ub, with no skin out we naw beg no friend
We don't need to beg for assistance or approval

This one we bill out fi the gal pickney them
This song is dedicated to all the young girls

Look how the gal them a bubble and wine
Watch the girls dance sensually

Pump up a swing out pon the front line
Dance recklessly and wildly

She wine, she ram, she do the pump and everything combine
She's dancing with an impressive technique

The blister of the shake on them the splitted be a slime
The movements are so intense that their skin breaks

Sting a lead them in the rhythm
Sting guides the audience with his music

While the Sylva arrive
Sylva makes her appearance

This are Shaggy and Sylva
This is Shaggy and Sylva, together

Lyrically combine
We're collaborating artistically

Flatbush combination
This is a song from the Flatbush, Brooklyn

Wicked and vile
Our music is edgy and mischievous

This time we're thin for foreign kin so watch with profile
This time we're catering to foreign fans

We're wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and wild
We love being wild, edgy and mischievous

Gal start fi move and the man them say aah
Girls start dancing and men are impressed

Rub-a-dub-a fling like the massive say hey
We're playing reggae for the crowd

Hand inna the air and everybody shout hee
We encourage audience participation

Gal a dotty gal and then the man them say hoo
The girls are beautiful and the men are fascinated

Give me your name and number, is it Ruta or it's Naomi
Give me your contact information, are you Ruta or Naomi?

Inject you like a cassette to Dicay or it's a Sony
I'll stimulate you with reggae music as if you were a cassette player

Fat or an bony, muddle like macaroni
You have an unusual body shape

Sit down pon the hm-hm, saddle up, ride mi pony
Sit on my lap and let's dance together

AH-E-A-OH
A chant to capture audience attention

Lyrical entertainment me go give them instead
I'll offer you words instead of violence

Sylva and Shaggy up inna the call friends
Sylva and Shaggy are collaborating

Sing
Singing to the audience

Aaah, hm
Expressing oneself through sounds

She wine and ram, she do the pump and everything combine
She's dancing with an impressive technique

This are Shags man and Sylva
This is Shaggy and Sylva, together

The Flatbush combination
This is a song from the Flatbush, Brooklyn

So we're wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and wicked and vile
Our music is edgy and mischievous

AH-E-A-OH (What)
A chant to capture audience attention

AH-E-A-OH (Respect to the maximum)
A chant to express respect to the highest level

AH-E-A-OH (Sting International upfronts)
A chant to give recognition to Sting International

AH-E-A-OH (Robert, respect do all the time)
A chant to give respect to Robert

AH-E-A-OH (Respect to Bajja Jedd, Red Fox)
A chant to give recognition to Bajja Jedd and Red Fox

AH-E-A-OH (Nikey Fungus, Screechy Dan)
A chant to give recognition to Nikey Fungus and Screechy Dan

AH-E-A-OH (Respect to the man a them call name Lapoo)
A chant to give recognition to Lapoo

AH-E-A-OH (I reach it out proof)(BOO)
A chant to express confidence and audacity

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC.
Written by: DENNIS LAFAYETTE, ORVILLE BURRELL, ROBERT MCDONALD LIVINGSTON, SHAUN PIZZONIA

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