Terry's productions can be described as a varied collection of samples blending the sounds of classic disco, the more introspective Chicago sound pioneered earlier in the decade, plus plenty of hip-hop attitude and sampling piracy.[citation needed]
Much of Todd Terry's early work in the late 1980s is considered a milestone in the development of both progressive and modern deep house. Todd Terry has been responsible for releasing two of the most respected crossover remixes of the house era: "I'll House You" by the Jungle Brothers and "Missing" by Everything But the Girl by the mid 1990s.
Among his fans, Todd Terry is known as Todd the God, God Terry, Todd Godrry, Godd Gerry (or, occasionally, simply God, because he might be a Five Percenter, but this is unconfirmed).
Todd's tracks "Something Goin' On'" and "Keep on Jumpin'" were both UK Top-10 hits as well as Us Hot Dance Music/Club Play #1s, with the vocals provided by Jocelyn Brown and Martha Wash. Freestyle diva Shannon was the featured vocalist on the Top Twenty hit "It's over Love" in 1997.
In 1999 Todd Terry released Resolutions, successfully embracing the then-still avant-garde Drum-n-Bass aestethics.
Terry also has several aliases such as Swan Lake, Orange Lemon, Royal House, Amy Studt, Black Riot, CLS, Masters at Work (although this moniker he gave to Kenny "Dope" Gonzalez & "Little" Louie Vega), Dredd Stock, House of Gypsies, Limelife, Hard House, Tyme Forse, Gypsymen.
Todd Terry became one of the best-paid DJs in both Europe and the United States. He normally performs on four turntables, mostly playing his own tracks.
In October 2004, Weekend by the Todd Terry Project appeared in popular video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, playing on House music radio station SF-UR.
Samba
Todd Terry Lyrics
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Bila
Bila
Bila
Bila
Bila
Donda sumba lumba samba
Donda sumba lumba samba
Donda sumba lumba samba
Samba
Bila
Bila
Bila
Bila
Samba
Donda sumba lumba samba
Donda sumba lumba samba
Donda sumba lumba samba
Donda sumba lumba samba
The lyrics to Todd Terry's song "Samba" are actually quite simple and repetitive. The only words sung are "Bila," "Donda," "samba," and "lumba." These words are repeated throughout the song, with the occasional addition of "sumba" and "lumba." So, what is the song actually about?
Given the title and the repetitive use of the word "samba," it's likely that the song is simply a tribute to the Brazilian music and dance style. "Samba" is a dance known for its rhythmic and lively movements, and the song itself certainly seems to be meant for dancing. The repeated "Donda sumba lumba samba" could be interpreted as a call to the dance floor, while the repeated "Bila" might serve as a sort of musical punctuation or beat. Overall, the lyrics are less important than the way they're sung and the overall feel of the song. "Samba" is certainly a track meant to get bodies moving.
Line by Line Meaning
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Donda sumba lumba samba
Closing or end lyrics that sound energetic and lively
Donda sumba lumba samba
Closing or end lyrics that sound energetic and lively
Donda sumba lumba samba
Closing or end lyrics that sound energetic and lively
Donda sumba lumba samba
Closing or end lyrics that sound energetic and lively
Samba
The title of the song and a reference to the Brazilian dance and music style
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Bila
Repeated chant, likely used to create rhythm and add emphasis
Samba
The title of the song and a reference to the Brazilian dance and music style
Donda sumba lumba samba
Closing or end lyrics that sound energetic and lively
Donda sumba lumba samba
Closing or end lyrics that sound energetic and lively
Donda sumba lumba samba
Closing or end lyrics that sound energetic and lively
Donda sumba lumba samba
Closing or end lyrics that sound energetic and lively
Lyrics Β© Songtrust Ave
Written by: Todd Terry
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@lajarre1
heard it played by Zip at Sunwaves, illest shit ever...
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MK is awesome.
@Mind2krui
hidden gem right here
@AlleFla
Todd Terry o verdadeiro pai do Chiquitito do MA - Brasil!
@eCaSaNRafael1
GREAT !!
@KostiantynH
Awesome track!
@diciamodisi1
And london too!!!
@josegamboa2408
Awesome
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