The term Various Artists is used in the record industry when numerous singers and musicians collaborate on a song or collection of songs. Most often on Last.fm, compilation album tracks appear under the name of Various Artists erroneously because the individual artist is not listed in the album's ID3 information.
Compilation albums, for example.
Sometimes, single releases may be credited to Various Artists when their profits are going to charity and, usually in high-profile cases, are sometimes known by a group name. Examples include Band Aid with their releases of Do They Know It's Christmas? and USA for Africa with We Are The World.
Various Artists is also an actual performance name for Torsten Pröfrock, who runs the German DIN label. Torsten performs also as Dynamo, Erosion, Resilent, Traktor besides some others. He's a good friend of Robert Henke and since the Fall of 2004, he is a member of Monolake.
Various Artists was also a short-lived Bristol punk band formed by brothers Jonjo and Robin Key (originally from Birmingham). Other members were also simultaneously in Art Objects who went on to become The Blue Aeroplanes, the latter the Key brothers also co-wrote some songs and were involved in. When Various Artists imploded, the Key brothers went on to form Either / Or.
Various Artists also appear on tracks from musical theater soundtracks, due to the nature of having many cast members on one song, as well as an ensemble in some cases.
It's Time
Various Artists Lyrics
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Its R Time - Don't be shy, grab a guy and
Goooo
Move your body
Show ‘em how it goes down when your Latinooo
Come on Mami
Its R Time - Don't be shy, grab a guy and
Goooo
De ti nunca yo me olvidare
Ni de la forma que tu te mueves
Este reggaeton quiero bailario con usted
Me vuelve loco como ella se mueve
My time to step up in this world
This reggaeton wit Jeannie
La candela let it burn
So you could jump on this
Or you could stay wit that
But if you didn't know by now
Right here is where its at
So haters step aside
And watch how we gon ride
Ay bendito I'm sorry that you tired
But I'm a do my thing
I'm gonna cross the line
‘Cuz we gon start this party
And we gonna get it right
Ooooh
Oooooooh
Oooooh
Ooooh Ooooh
Ooh
You see N.O.R.E. got part of the track so scream epal
You lookin' right in the crib and eat chuleta
Mami que linda she looks like a gringa
But she's 100% puertorriquena
Representado represent puertorriquena
Si te cojo te mojo N.O.R.E. el pollo loco
Crazy chickens busta tre-ocho
I'll hold down and stand by your side
Beef on your block I got niggaz to ride
You see I'll be there
Jeannie be there
Ahora aqui Mami I swear
Jeannie Ortega riding wit Noriega pause
Ay que buena
Pa you gon be screaming “Yo te quiero”
And when you bop your head to my flow
This shit's so crazy you gon want more
I be borriqua
So Papi ven dame tu gasolina
I keep it real wit you I'm not a diva
So shake you ass to this all night
No te preocupes que llego tu flaco
Esta noche quiero agarrate
Para darte lo que quiera
A mi me encanta coma bailas
La cintura como la mueves
De un diez le dio un nueve
A ella le encanta mi tigueraje
Y el tumbao que traje
Mami dame de eso un chingo
Contigo llgo hasta el fin
Aterrizamos en san juan en un bote pa' Quieesqueya
Lo parqueamos por la playa
Con la toalla en la arena
Lena a le candela
The lyrics of "These Are The Times" by Various Artists are about embracing the Latin dance culture and enjoying the moment. The song encourages Mami (a term of endearment for a woman) to let loose and show off her moves in a reggaeton party. The lyrics also mention N.O.R.E., an artist who contributes to the track, praising his skills and declaring solidarity with him. The song celebrates Puerto Rican culture, expressing pride in being Puerto Rican while also acknowledging the influence of other cultures.
The lyrics convey a sense of empowerment and confidence, encouraging listeners to ignore the haters and fully immerse themselves in the party atmosphere. The chorus repeats the phrase "Ooooh" and "Ooooh Ooooh," creating a catchy and energetic vibe that complements the danceable reggaeton rhythm. The verses contain references to Puerto Rican slang and cultural aspects, adding authenticity and flavor to the song.
Overall, "These Are The Times" is a celebration of Latin music, dance, and cultural identity. It encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions, dance with joy, and embrace the vibrant spirit of Latin music.
Line by Line Meaning
Ohhhhh come on Mami
Come on, Mami, let's have a good time and enjoy ourselves.
Its R Time - Don't be shy, grab a guy and Goooo
It's our time to shine and have fun. Don't be hesitant, find a guy to dance with and let's go.
Move your body
Start moving and dancing energetically.
Show ‘em how it goes down when your Latinooo
Demonstrate your Latin style and show everyone how you party.
De ti nunca yo me olvidare
I will never forget about you.
Ni de la forma que tu te mueves
Nor the way you move.
Este reggaeton quiero bailario con usted
I want to dance this reggaeton with you.
Me vuelve loco como ella se mueve
I go crazy when she moves.
My time to step up in this world
It's my moment to make my mark in this world.
This reggaeton wit Jeannie
This reggaeton music featuring Jeannie is playing.
La candela let it burn
Let the passion and excitement burn.
So you could jump on this
You have the opportunity to join in and enjoy this experience.
Or you could stay wit that
Alternatively, you can choose to stay with what you're currently doing.
But if you didn't know by now
However, if you aren't aware of it yet,
Right here is where its at
This is the place to be.
So haters step aside
Those who dislike or criticize, please move away.
And watch how we gon ride
Watch how we're going to have a great time.
Ay bendito I'm sorry that you tired
Oh my goodness, I apologize if you're feeling exhausted.
But I'm a do my thing
But I'm going to do what makes me happy.
I'm gonna cross the line
I'm going to take risks and go beyond the norm.
‘Cuz we gon start this party
Because we're going to kick-start this celebration.
And we gonna get it right
And we're going to make sure everything goes smoothly.
You see N.O.R.E. got part of the track so scream epal
You can see that N.O.R.E. contributed to this song, so shout 'epal'.
You lookin' right in the crib and eat chuleta
We see you looking good in the club and enjoying yourself.
Mami que linda she looks like a gringa
Mami, you look beautiful, even though you resemble an American girl.
But she's 100% puertorriquena
However, she proudly identifies as 100% Puerto Rican.
Representado represent puertorriquena
Representing and proudly representing Puerto Rican culture.
Si te cojo te mojo N.O.R.E. el pollo loco
If I catch you, I'll surprise you. I'm N.O.R.E., the crazy chicken.
Crazy chickens busta tre-ocho
Crazy chickens with a .38 caliber gun.
I'll hold down and stand by your side
I'll support and stand by you during tough times.
Beef on your block I got niggaz to ride
If there's trouble in your neighborhood, I have people who will back me up.
You see I'll be there
You can count on me to be present.
Jeannie be there
Jeannie Ortega will also be present.
Ahora aqui Mami I swear
Now, here I am, Mami, I promise.
Jeannie Ortega riding wit Noriega pause
Jeannie Ortega is collaborating with Noriega on this song.
Ay que buena
Wow, that's awesome.
Pa you gon be screaming 'Yo te quiero'
You'll be shouting 'I love you'.
And when you bop your head to my flow
When you nod your head to the rhythm of my music.
This shit's so crazy you gon want more
This music is so amazing that you'll want to hear more.
I be borriqua
I am Boricua (Puerto Rican).
So Papi ven dame tu gasolina
So, darling, come give me your gasoline (your energy and passion).
I keep it real wit you I'm not a diva
I'm honest with you, I'm not a self-centered person (diva).
So shake you ass to this all night
So shake your booty to this music all night long.
No te preocupes que llego tu flaco
Don't worry, your skinny guy is here.
Esta noche quiero agarrate
Tonight, I want to hold you tight.
Para darte lo que quiera
To give you whatever you desire.
A mi me encanta coma bailas
I love how you dance.
La cintura como la mueves
The way you move your waist.
De un diez le dio un nueve
From a scale of ten, I would give you a nine.
A ella le encanta mi tigueraje
She loves my style and charisma.
Y el tumbao que traje
And the swagger I bring.
Mami dame de eso un chingo
Mami, give me a lot of that.
Contigo llgo hasta el fin
With you, I'll go until the end.
Aterrizamos en san juan en un bote pa' Quieesqueya
We landed in San Juan on a boat to Quieesqueya.
Lo parqueamos por la playa
We parked it by the beach.
Con la toalla en la arena
With our towels on the sand.
Lena a le candela
Let's set the fire.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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