DEAD OR ALIVE
Sherwayne Winchester Lyrics

Hey, hey, hey, yeah!
Excitedly acknowledging the forthcoming music.

Whey, whey, whey, whey
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm for the upcoming music.

Now, aye, now
Encouraging everyone to join in and have a good time.

Who say!
Expressing defiance and determination to party no matter what anyone else thinks.

Dead or alive
Asserting that we will celebrate Carnival no matter what.

(Still we coming)
Reiterating that nothing will stop us from enjoying ourselves.

2005
Referencing the year of Carnival that we are celebrating.

(Fee, fi, fo, fom) Understand there is just no stopping
No matter what challenges we face, we will keep going and enjoying ourselves.

(For this day I’ll) Swim the sea, climb the highest mountain
Expressing the determination to do whatever it takes to participate in Carnival.

(Rain or thunderstorm) Blaze the heat like a fire blazing
No matter what the weather is like, we will have a great time and party hard.

(Sorry Boss man) Carnival ain’t no way I working
Declaring that we will not let work interfere with enjoying Carnival.

Bossman threatening to fire me for sure
Acknowledging the consequences of putting Carnival first over work responsibilities.

If I only leave work early once more
Recognizing that prioritizing Carnival over work may lead to negative consequences.

Bossman you better understand
Asserting that it's important for employers to understand and respect the cultural significance of Carnival.

Is time to take out yuh rag, take out yuh flag and jump up in a band
Inviting others to join in the festivities and celebrate Carnival together.

(We jumping up, start jumping up)
Encouraging revelers to start jumping up and enjoying themselves.

Jump until morning
Urging people to let loose and enjoy the celebration all night long.

Don’t even try) Telling me to forget the season
Refusing to let anyone ruin the excitement of the Carnival season.

(Clear the way, the road is calling) I’f I’m not there I’ll end in prison
Emphasizing the importance of participating in the Carnival celebrations and being present for the festivities.

(Land Lord rent is due) That money spending on my costume
Recognizing the financial sacrifices that may come with participating in Carnival, but asserting that it is worth it.

(Don’t Call me No) After Carnival I will call you
Acknowledging that during Carnival, partying takes precedence over other responsibilities or commitments.

How I’m flying home I don’t know for sure
Admitting that the Carnival season can be unpredictable and wild.

But I guarntee I’ll be there once more
Promising to participate in Carnival again in the future.

Masqueraders when you reach town
Addressing fellow revelers and inviting them to join in the fun.

Its the Return of the King!! says:
Asserting that participating in Carnival makes one feel like a king or queen.

Ah want yuh take out yuh rag, take out yuh flag and jump and carry on
Encouraging others to let loose and celebrate Carnival to the fullest.

Come what may there’s just no stopping
Asserting that nothing can stand in the way of celebrating Carnival.

Where we’d be Carnival morning
Expressing anticipation and excitement for Carnival day.

Free your mind your soul be bold
Urging revelers to let go and fully immerse themselves in the experience.

Let music take control
Recognizing the power of music to bring people together and create a sense of unity and joy.

(We jumping up, start jumping up)
Encouraging others to start jumping up and having a good time.

Is the road calling
Suggesting that the celebration is calling and inviting everyone to take part.