T-Vice is a Haitian Compas music band that is based in Miami, Florida.
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The musical group was formed in 1991 by brothers Roberto and Reynaldo Martino, sons of renowned Haitian guitarist Robert Martino of the classic Top Vice band, T-Vice's predecessor. Longtime friends James Cardozo and Gerald Kebreau were soon part of the group thus completing the quartet as they were originally known to be. Roberto and Reynaldo had thought of the idea of creating their own group through the musical influence and inspiration they received from Top Vice in which their father was the lead guitarist.

T-Vice revolutionized the genre of konpa with the energetic party vibe they brought to the scene. Musical influences from reggae, merengue, flamenco and modern synthesizing from rock 'n' roll have made the group one of the most innovative musicians of the genre. The group's performances have led them to become the current face behind the music in large part due to their international touring. The band has traveled to European, and Caribbean countries, as well as U.S states for concerts. The band's debut album "Konpa Kontak" was a hit among konpa listeners. In October 2006, T-Vice released a new album titled Kité'm Viv.

T-Vice has collaborated with other Haitian konpa bands such as Carimi and their rival Djakout Mizik. The group appeared in the hit single Party By The Sea along with rapper Wyclef Jean and Jamaican reggae artist Buju Banton.

Many sought to attribute the band's success to their relationship with patriarch Robert Martino, as well as the steadfast managerial genus of the Martino brothers' mother Jessie Al-Khal and their uncle Pierrot Al-Khal. T-Vice were victimized in the late 90s by a vicious rumor which was later proven to have been fabricated. It was widely believed that a jealous rival had begun the falsehood. T-Vice has also been involved in a noticeably ongoing "feud" with successful Konpa band Djakout Mizik. However, regardless of their supposed ongoing feud, members of both group share an amically professional friendship.

Over the years, T-Vice has become one of the most successful konpa bands of the modern era.

Haiti
1991

Get to know me
T-Vice Lyrics

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I´m feeling so scared
I don't wanna share right now

Let me know
If I´m
The only one around
You are showing around in town

I wait till I see you explain
Nothing's ever been the same
Since you´ve gone mute
And tell me why I see someone that's calling you
I don't need those excuses
I'm not stupid
Just be real
Why honey tell me
Is there someone new?
My heart is slowly breaking

I´m feeling so scared
I don't wanna share right now

Let me know
If I´m
The only one around
You are showing around in town
Let me know
If I´m
The only one around
You are showing around in town

I don't feel prepared
I'm terrified right now

Let me know
If I´m
The only one around
You are showing around in town
Let me know
If I´m

The only one around
You are showing around in town

Overall Meaning

In T-Vice's song "Get to Know Me," the singer is expressing their fear and uncertainty about a relationship. They feel scared and hesitant to open up, wanting to know if they are the only one their partner is seeing. The singer is aware that something has changed, and is suspicious that their partner may be seeing someone else. They don't want to hear any excuses or lies, instead, they want their partner to be honest and real with them. The singer is heartbroken and feeling unprepared for what may come, but still wants to know the truth about their relationship.

The lyrics speak to the vulnerability and emotional complexity involved in relationships. They highlight the importance of honesty and communication in building trust and staying true to one another. The fear of being cheated on or left behind is a common theme in many love songs, but T-Vice's "Get to Know Me" takes it a step further by emphasizing the need for open and honest communication.

Line by Line Meaning

I´m feeling so scared
I am feeling a lot of fear and anxiety.

I don't wanna share right now
I do not want to talk about my feelings at this moment.

Let me know
Please inform me.

If I'm the only one around
Am I the only person you are interested in?

You are showing around in town
Are you introducing me to your friends and family?

I wait till I see you explain
I am waiting for you to tell me what is going on.

Nothing's ever been the same
Things have not been as they were before.

Since you've gone mute
Since you stopped talking to me.

And tell me why I see someone that's calling you
Why am I seeing someone calling you?

I don't need those excuses
I do not want to hear your excuses.

I'm not stupid
I am not foolish.