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"
Bonafide Girl
Shaggy Lyrics
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Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Coulda never lead me stray no matter how hard them try
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
True you see me hesitate, nobody think say me shy
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Them put the after call me for me, finna me roll me eye
[Chorus x2]
Sweet girl, you're the only one for me, the only one who has my heart
There's no need to stray, our love is like a perfect work of art
Ain't no need to lose it, cool it, really gotta play it smart
(Got to play it smart)
Now what about man, them have them woman and them sweetheart
Gal, ina me ears me have to tell her say to ease off
Understand me afraid but me no wanna get her teed off
Pull them on me up a woman who nah ramp the squeeze off
If you have a good thing them say you no fi spoil it
Argument a brew and me no really want fi boil it
Ah, but what if a girl ina your bed, you might soil it
You might come back home and find she wanna check out you private
[Chorus x1]
Now what a sweet chance fi wake up ina the morning
After me spend the whole night with me darling
And the pager go off and she a wonder who's calling?
Look upon her face, me done take that as the warning
Know when a woman start get too protective
Might have to try figure out her objective
Better make sure your argument is effective
Real old Columbus, she no stop play detective
[Chorus x1]
Such a beauty, you're a cutie, every man hypnotize
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Coulda never lead me stray no matter how hard them try
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
True you see me hesitate, nobody think say me shy
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Them put the after call me for me, finna me roll me eye
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Now what about man, them have them woman and them sweetheart
Gal, ina me ears me have to tell her say to ease off
Understand me afraid but me no wanna get her teed off
Pull them on me up a woman who nah ramp the squeeze off
If you have a good thing them say you no fi spoil it
Argument a brew and me no really want fi boil it
Ah, but what if a girl ina your bed, you might soil it
You might come back home and find she wanna check out you private
[Chorus x2]
In "Bonafide Girl," Shaggy, Rik Rok, and Tony Gold praise the beauty and loyalty of their significant other. The vocals assert that the magnetism of the singer's bonafide girl has him under a spell and that no one can come between them. Despite their relationship causing hesitation, the singer asserts that he will never lead his bonafide girl astray, even if someone tries. The chorus repeats the idea that the girl is the only one for him and that their love is a perfect work of art that needs to be protected.
The lyrics paint a picture of a man who is content with his partner, but who faces temptations from other women. The singer expresses a great deal of unease about these temptations but resolves to make the relationship work. In the second verse, the singer describes the potential consequences of cheating on his "bonafide girl." He acknowledges that if he sleeps with another woman, he might come home to find that she's going through his possessions. The lyrics' emotional depth, combined with its catchy melody, turns it into a song that people can relate to and enjoy dancing to.
Line by Line Meaning
Such a beauty, you're a cutie, every man hypnotize
You are an attractive person and catch the eye of every man.
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
No one can ruin or damage the strong bond I have with my significant other.
Coulda never lead me stray no matter how hard them try
No matter how hard others may try to tempt me or sway me, I would never cheat on my significant other.
True you see me hesitate, nobody think say me shy
Sometimes I may pause or hesitate, but that doesn't mean I am shy.
Them put the after call me for me, finna me roll me eye
Others may try to cause drama or stir up trouble, but I just roll my eyes and ignore it.
Sweet girl, you're the only one for me, the only one who has my heart
You are my one true love, the only person who has captured my heart.
There's no need to stray, our love is like a perfect work of art
Our love is so strong and beautiful that there is no need for us to cheat or look for love elsewhere.
Ain't no need to lose it, cool it, really gotta play it smart
(Got to play it smart)
We need to be wise and not let our love slip away. We need to handle our relationship with care to ensure its success.
Now what about man, them have them woman and them sweetheart
Other men may have their own partners and lovers.
Gal, ina me ears me have to tell her say to ease off
Other women may be interested in me, but I have to politely let them know that I am taken and not interested.
Understand me afraid but me no wanna get her teed off
I am cautious about rejecting other women because I do not want to anger or upset them.
Pull them on me up a woman who nah ramp the squeeze off
I would rather pursue a woman who is not overly possessive and controlling.
Know when a woman start get too protective
When a woman becomes too jealous and defensive, it can be a sign of trouble in the relationship.
Might have to try figure out her objective
I may need to try to understand her motivations and intentions.
Better make sure your argument is effective
I need to communicate my feelings and concerns effectively to resolve any issues in the relationship.
Real old Columbus, she no stop play detective
She may be persistent in trying to uncover any secrets or hidden truths in the relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DESMOND DEKKER, ORVILLE BURRELL, PATRICK MORRISON, RICKARDO GEORGE DUCENT, SHAUN PIZZONIA, D Dekker, M Morrison, Ricardo Ducent
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"Bonafide Girl"
Such a beauty, you're a cutie, every man hypnotize
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Coulda never lead me stray no matter how hard them try
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
True you see me hesitate, nobody think say me shy
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Them put the after call me for me, finna me roll me eye
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Sweet girl, you're the only one for me, the only one who has my heart
There's no need to stray, our love is like a perfect work of art
Ain't no need to lose it, cool it, really gotta play it smart
(Got to play it smart)
Sweet girl, you're the only one for me, the only one who has my heart
There's no need to stray, our love is like a perfect work of art
Ain't no need to lose it, cool it, really gotta play it smart
(Got to play it smart)
Now what about man, them have them woman and them sweetheart
Gal, ina me ears me have to tell her say to ease off
Understand me afraid me but me no wanna get her teed off
Pull them on me up a woman who nah ramp the squeeze off
If you have a good thing them say you know fi spoil it
Argument a brew and me me no really want fi boil it
Ah, but what if a girl ina your bed, you might soil it
You might come back home and find she wanna check out you private
Sweet girl, you're the only one for me, the only one who has my heart
There's no need to stray, our love is like a perfect work of art
Ain't no need to lose it, cool it, really gotta play it smart
(Got to play it smart)
Now what a sweet chance fi wake up ina the morning
After me spend the whole night with me darling
And the pager go off and she wonder who's calling?
Look upon her face, me don't that as the warning
Know when a woman start get too protective
Might have to try figure out her objective
Better make sure your argument is effective
Real old Colombus, she no stop play detective
Sweet girl, you're the only one for me, the only one who has my heart
There's no need to stray, our love is like a perfect work of art
Ain't no need to lose it, cool it, really gotta play it smart
(Got to play it smart)
Such a beauty, you're a cutie, every man hypnotize
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Coulda never lead me stray no matter how hard them try
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
True you see me hesitate, nobody think say me shy
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Them put the after call me for me, finna me roll me eye
Nothing can't mash up me and me bonafide
Now what about man, them have them woman and them sweetheart
Gal, ina me ears me have to tell her say to ease off
Understand me afraid me but me no wanna get her teed off
Pull them on me up a woman who nah ramp the squeeze off
If you have a good thing them say you know fi spoil it
Argument a brew and me me no really want fi boil it
Ah, but what if a girl ina your bed, you might soil it
You might come back home and find she wanna check out you private
Sweet girl, you're the only one for me, the only one who has my heart
There's no need to stray, our love is like a perfect work of art
Ain't no need to lose it, cool it, really gotta play it smart
(Got to play it smart)
Sweet girl, you're the only one for me, the only one who has my heart
There's no need to stray, our love is like a perfect work of art
@toysuprise2766
Playing in 2023 still a banger!! 💃🏽 💃🏽
@rubycaglar
Agreed
@debr2577
Shaggy do it right.
@sarahjenkins5945
Yess ❤😊😊
@Activision24
For real ! 🤝🏽
@laisakeresoni4249
🙌
@johanakinanu5967
I play this song until everybody gets the vibes 💕💕💕
@Danthemanzuko
@johnakinanu5967 this is that Jam
@johnieypaul1898
You got me
@delcablu1
i love shaggy...i admire cause he is one reggae artist who avoids beef and has no beef ...keeping it reall every time