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.
Sume Sigh Say
Todd Terry Lyrics
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What's going on here? Huh
What's going on here? Huh
What's going on here? Huh
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Sume Sigh Say
Sume Sigh Say
Sume Sigh Say
Sume Sigh Say
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
The lyrics to Todd Terry's song "Sume Sigh Say" are fairly straightforward and repetitive, consisting mainly of the phrases "What's going on here?" and "Sume Sigh Say" (which is a play on the phrase "somebody say"). The repetition of these phrases creates a hypnotic, almost trance-like quality to the song, reinforced by the insistent beat and pulsing synths.
There is a certain sense of urgency to the lyrics, as if the singer is demanding answers to some pressing question. This urgency is reflected in the repeated "What's going on here?" which sounds almost accusatory. At the same time, the use of the phrase "Sume Sigh Say" seems to invite the listener to participate in the song - it's a call to action, a way to get everyone moving and grooving to the beat.
Overall, "Sume Sigh Say" is a high-energy dance track that's meant to get people moving and feeling good. The simplicity of the lyrics and the driving beat combine to create a sense of excitement and anticipation, making this song a classic of the house music genre.
Line by Line Meaning
What's going on here? Huh
Asking for an explanation about the current situation
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Asking the same thing in Spanish (Dominican dialect)
Sume Sigh Say
Repeating a nonsensical phrase or mantra
Sume Sigh Say
Continuing the repetition
Sume Sigh Say
Still repeating the same phrase
Sume Sigh Say
Continuing the repetition
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Asking again what is happening in the same dialect as before
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Repeating the question
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Continuing to ask for an explanation
Que lo que pasa aqui? Aye
Asking for clarification once more
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: Todd Terry
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@nelsongonzalez9405
Timeless classic. Miss the clubbing days!!
@RONNIEJNZN
I'd break hip or something requiring medical attention now if I did half what I used to
@dr.dalmadi3399
2023, permitirme decirlos, MUY BUEN TRBAJO GRACIAS por los shivers 🙌🙌🤙🤙🤙🤙
@randyrodriguez2481
I was fortunate to see Todd spin this magic into my life absolutely the best times of my life! Simply amazing, take me back to the raw NYC and freedom that doesn't exist any more. It resonates in my spirit now as it did back then! Thank you!
@freddyrossi4309
The best music comes from the past ...memories
@angelojacobs7814
Bless U Todd Terry t - man
@nyki-s.8996
This waz my Sweet 16 dance song ...finally found it all these yrs later !!!
@rellextra6295
As a Native New Yorker, this was played in every club I went to and damn sure in the clubs when it was the night of the Puerto Rican Day Parade.
@RONNIEJNZN
India's Love and Happiness too !
@Divinelyprotected333
This gives me chills! My mom used to blast house music all the time!