During this period, Shal’s diversity became well known when he entered the television arena as host of a carnival program called, The Net; fans were now able to put a face to the voice. As a result of its success, the program was evolved into the weekly hit series ‘Friday Night Live’ on Synergy TV, which he hosted for five (5) years.
As his quest to develop into a household name continued, Shal has been making waves in the Soca arena and is now considered a well respected soca artiste who has energized soca fans worldwide. In just a few years he has quickly moved up the ranks and has worked with the likes of the queen of soca herself- Destra Garcia, Canadian based Kerwin Dubois, fellow television host and soca artiste "Jaiga" TC, Screw and others. His musical offerings to date include many hit collaborations such as:
Love Somebody with Destra Garcia
Gal Farm with Kerwin Dubois
Bum Bum Ville
Police with Screws
Defend it - Doh drag d flag
Trouble
Motivation
FAMOUS
Shal Marshall Lyrics
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Dem restless people, dey always talkin bout meh
Watching wat ah drivin, and watchin who movin wit meh
Watchin wat ah wearin, like is dem who buy it for meh
Dey cya be meh friend or family
Say wat yuh say, do wat yuh want, I talkin plain, I take in front
Dey want to fight me, an criticize me, cuz dey doh like me
Ah Love wen yuh callin up meh name, cuz all yuh givin me is fame,
yuh cya drain meh energy, (drain meh energy)
yuh cya reck meh family, (reck meh family)
So watever yuh say about me ah tellin yuh please doh stop
Like the elders used to say: "wat doh kill does make yuh stronger"
I happier dan de haters, dey pushing me to reach further
And motivating me harder, I comin out like ah solider
With ah angel on my shoulder, we goin all de way up
An I dey in everything
Tell dem we was born to win Champion vibes we does bring, (hands up)
Leave meh lemme do my ting, Dem cya stop me from sing (hands up)
Tell dem we was born to win Champion vibes we does bring, (hands up)
we goin all de way up
Say wat yuh say, do wat yuh want, I talkin plain, I take in front
Dey want to fight me, an criticize me, cuz dey doh like me
But please doh stop...
Ah Love wen yuh callin up meh name, cuz all yuh givin me is fame,
yuh cya drain meh energy, (drain meh energy)
yuh cya reck meh family, (reck meh family)
So watever yuh say about me ah tellin yuh please doh stop
Like the elders used to say: "wat doh kill does make yuh stronger"
I happier dan de haters, dey pushing me to reach further
And motivating me harder, I comin out like ah solider
With ah angel on my shoulder, we goin all de way up
An I dey in everything
Tell dem we was born to win Champion vibes we does bring, (hands up)
Leave meh lemme do my ting, Dem cya stop me from sing (hands up)
Tell dem we was born to win Champion vibes we does bring, (hands up)
we goin all de way up
Dem restless people
In Shal Marshall's song Famous, he addresses the criticism and negativity that follows him as he gains fame and success. He sings about how people are always watching and talking about him, but he won't let their negativity bring him down. He tells them to say what they want and do what they want, but he will keep moving forward and reaching for his goals. He acknowledges that there will always be haters and critics, but he is stronger because of them and they push him to work harder. He compares himself to a soldier with an angel on his shoulder, and he is determined to keep going all the way up.
The lyrics show a level of confidence and self-assurance that come from someone who has been through the struggles of gaining fame and success. The theme is relatable for anyone who is striving for success in their own life and has experienced criticism from others. Shal Marshall's message is that you can not let the negativity of others bring you down, and the only way to truly succeed is to keep pushing forward despite the obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
Dem restless people, dey always talkin bout meh
There are always people who are restless and keep gossiping about me.
Watching wat ah drivin, and watchin who movin wit meh
They observe what I drive and who I'm with.
Watchin wat ah wearin, like is dem who buy it for meh
They observe what I'm wearing, as though they were the ones who bought it for me.
Dey cya be meh friend or family
They cannot be my friends or family.
Say wat yuh say, do wat yuh want, I talkin plain, I take in front
Speak your mind and do what you want, I'm straightforward and can handle it.
Dey want to fight me, an criticize me, cuz dey doh like me
They want to fight and criticize me because they don't like me.
But please doh stop...
But please don't stop me from doing what I want.
Ah Love wen yuh callin up meh name, cuz all yuh givin me is fame,
I love it when you call my name because it gives me fame.
yuh cya drain meh energy, (drain meh energy)
You cannot drain my energy.
yuh cya reck meh family, (reck meh family)
You cannot harm my family.
So watever yuh say about me ah tellin yuh please doh stop
So whatever you say about me, I'm telling you, please don't stop.
Like the elders used to say: "wat doh kill does make yuh stronger"
As the elders used to say, 'What doesn't kill you only makes you stronger.'
I happier dan de haters, dey pushing me to reach further
I'm happier than the haters because they're pushing me to reach further.
And motivating me harder, I comin out like ah solider
They're motivating me harder, and I'm coming out like a soldier.
With ah angel on my shoulder, we goin all de way up
With an angel on my shoulder, I'm going all the way up.
An I dey in everything
I'm involved in everything.
Tell dem we was born to win Champion vibes we does bring, (hands up)
Tell them we were born to win, we bring champion vibes. (Put your hands up)
Leave meh lemme do my ting, Dem cya stop me from sing (hands up)
Leave me alone and let me do my thing. They cannot stop me from singing. (Put your hands up)
we goin all de way up
We're going all the way up.
Contributed by Alaina O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@amohd2812
I need to play this song everyday at work.
@djcornbreadofficial2899
I am a Jamaican and am in love with soca but I have a special like for this song
@mahogonykellam4076
Omggg this is my anthem in 2019 💪💪
@sexhoney730
Shal never disappoints!!
@jenelllewis6306
Because of Rankin Kia I'm here...but big props to you. I love the song. This right here is the anthem!!
@tiffanyzhane
Me too lol
@jelinthemix
Shal, you step out yuhself on dis one.. Love it. YOu get better EVERY YEAR!
@jrmusicjrmusic280
I was really surprised to hear this song pumping at the Blue Jays game tonight (Rogers center ) Big up soca .SOOOCA
@kfc667
Kia brought me here lol. big up yuh wholeeeeee self Shal, yuh big on Shazam
@leslieannrichard5915
kia #dohrunslack sent me here to . Big tune from ah morning!!