1) Jazz quartet from Gl… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 6 artists named "Square One":
1) Jazz quartet from Glasgow, UK.
2) Deep house producer from Manchester, UK.
3) Former hip hop group from Munich, Germany.
4) Soca band from Barbados.
5) Ska-Punk band from the Flint, MI area.
6) Pop-Rock band from Melbourne, Australia
7) Pop-punk/emo band from Belgium
1) Square One are an award-winning Glasgow-based quartet, known for their brand of heavy-hitting melodic jazz and energised live performances. Whilst their music blends folk-inspired lyricism with a gritty rock edge, it is an intelligent musical rapport that makes Square One much more than the sum of all these parts.
BBC Radio Scotland has described them as ''A powerhouse of Scottish jazz talent'', while Radio 3's Julian Joseph remarked that Square One are ''A soulful and empathetic band with an irresistible charisma...they dominated the room from beat one". The group’s debut album 'In Motion' confirms that such commendations are justified. All the evidence required is contained in ten tunes, featuring articulate interplay and tremendous improvisational daring.
This vibrant four-piece are the proud recipients of the Peter Whittingham Jazz Award administered by Help Musicians UK for emerging jazz artists. In October 2016, they released their debut album ‘In Motion’ to acclaim by critics and listeners alike, along with an international tour.
In March 2018, Square One collaborated with virtuoso saxophonist Andy Middleton (USA), touring Scotland and recording an album, which will be released in Autumn 2018. has performed across the UK. Keep up with all the latest developments by following the band on Facebook and Twitter, or joining their mailing list.
2) Square One is the solo project from Manchester based producer Mark Wadsworth. Mark has been recording for Jimpster's Freerange Records since 2001. As of September 2007, he has released seven 12"s and two full length albums.
3) it consisted of producer iman, dj edward sissorhand and the two rappers rasul and gianni dolo. their album "walk of life" featured ag and party arty and is still one of the best albums with english language that ever came out of germany. rasul released two mixtapes during the last years and is set to release a new EP in the middle of 2010.
4) Barbados based soca band "Square One" became famous during the late 80s and 90s after Alison Hinds joined in 1986. The bands biggest hit song was "Faluma". They continued until 2004 when the group split up due to Alison's aspirations to make it on her own.
5 )Released a 7" on Enerject Records from Holly, MI. Enerject can still be found on Myspace. Members went on to form various other Flint locals.
6) Released a single album, Supersonic, in 2006. Can be found on MySpace. Band performs occasionally in small venues in the Melbourne Area. Guitarist Steve Janevski is the main writer for the band's songs and a guitarist in the more well known Australian power metal group, Black Majesty.
7) Appeared on some compilations, has an EP "The Long Drive Home" (Stick To The Core Records/June 2001) and split with Friday Star (Red Hair Records/2002). Later they changed the name to Silverene.
Iron Bazodee
Square One Lyrics
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Who playing mas?
Tell meh
Who playing mas?
Hear meh?!
I find mehself in a J′ouvert band
With a sexy Moruga man
Cyah remember mi husband name
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside ah de mas
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside ah de mas
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
Singing this is carnival!
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
Singing this is carnival!
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside ah de mas
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside ah de mas
Because
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
Put something in the air!
Yuh hear meh
Put something in the air!
If yuh ready to play
If yuh ready to play (Yea)
If yuh ready to play (Yea)
It is J'ouvert
Ah wining up coming down the street
Yes... nasty from head to feet
The music still jamming hard
And ah behaving as if ah mad!
Because
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside ah the mas
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside of the mas
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
Singing
This is carnival!
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
Singing
This is carnival!
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside ah the mas
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside ah the mas
Because
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
The song “Iron Bazodee” by Square One portrays the intense euphoria experienced during J’ouvert, a traditional pre-dawn celebration that takes place during Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago. The track tells the story of the singer getting lost in the moment with a Moruga man while under the influence of the bass-heavy sound of the iron (steel pan drum) and the lively atmosphere created by the revellers. Despite not being able to remember her husband's name due to being "bazodeed", she continues to dance and "wine" with wild abandon, with the rhythm of the music driving her forward.
The lyrics also highlight the importance of the “mas,” meaning the masquerade, which is a central part of the Carnival celebrations. The line “wining does never stop, inside ah the mas” is a reference to the non-stop dancing and gyrating that takes place within the masquerade procession. As the song progresses, more people join in the revelry, with the refrain “people wuking coming down, singing this is Carnival!” serving as a rallying cry for everyone involved.
Overall, “Iron Bazodee” speaks to the joy and sense of abandon that can be experienced during Carnival, particularly during J’ouvert, and how the rhythms of music and the freedom of movement can transport you to another dimension, all while celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Trinidad and Tobago.
Line by Line Meaning
Jouvert!
The singer is excitedly announcing that it is time for J'ouvert, a cultural celebration that involves street parties and music.
Who playing mas?
The singer is asking who will be participating in the festivities.
Tell meh
Who playing mas?
The singer repeats their question, asking someone to tell them who will be participating in the festival.
Hear meh?!
I find mehself in a J′ouvert band
With a sexy Moruga man
Cyah remember mi husband name
Could not remember mi husband name
The artist is excited to be in a J'ouvert band and dancing with a Moruga man, but is so overwhelmed by the festivities that they cannot remember their own husband's name.
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so bazodee
De iron have me so
The artist is feeling disoriented and overwhelmed by the noise and energy of the festival, specifically referencing being affected by the sound of the 'iron', or steel drums.
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside ah de mas
The wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Wining does never stop
Inside ah de mas
The singer notes that the dancing and revelry never ceases, even in the midst of the festival's central party, known as 'the mas'.
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
Singing this is carnival!
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
People wuking coming down
Singing this is carnival!
The singer observes people 'wuking', or dancing in a sexually suggestive way, and singing about the joy of the carnival.
Put something in the air!
Yuh hear meh
Put something in the air!
If yuh ready to play
If yuh ready to play (Yea)
If yuh ready to play (Yea)
It is J'ouvert
The artist is encouraging others to join in the festivities by raising their hands and participating in the party, noting that it is J'ouvert and time to celebrate.
Ah wining up coming down the street
Yes... nasty from head to feet
The music still jamming hard
And ah behaving as if ah mad!
The artist is dancing through the streets with enthusiasm, feeling free and uninhibited in the midst of the music and celebration.
Writer(s): terry arthur
Contributed by Jeremiah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@patriciamaher5902
This is my all time favorite Carnival song celebrating 30 years in the Caribbean in 2023 ❤🎉
@Gazacommandment
Welkom
@roses4me451
2020 and di Iron have meh so bazodee!!!!! This tune will NEVER get old! It is not carnival until I hear the DJ play this massive chune! Go Alison Hinds!
@jimdennett46
Gil we go mash up de place na!!
@ShanaJahsintaWalters
Who listening in 2020?
@spciypapi2089
we lit. U lit. 3:02
@tariknembhard
2022
@helloamiya388
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@mpg6445
In 2022 and still hits!