He was born at Kingston's Victoria Jubilee Hospital, and was one of six children. Originally from Waterhouse, Kingston, he was raised in the Waterford district in the community Portmore, Jamaica. Adidja attended Calabar High School in Kingston but was expelled as a teenager. Determined to continue his education, he completed his studies at a tutorial technical school.
He was exposed to a wide variety of music from a tender age by two uncles who were themselves aspiring musicians. Every weekend he was treated to new musical offerings, on his uncle's old component set, ranging from Sam Cooke to country and western ballads to Ninja Man, who became one of his musical heroes.
At 10 his favorites included artists as diverse as Ninja Man, Papa San, Charlie Chaplin, Will Smith and KRS-1, all of whose lyrics he would study word-for-word, performing them later for friends.
He decided he wanted to be a deejay and began writing his own lyrics when he was 11. Eager to flaunt his skills, Adidja and his friends frequented the weekly Gong Talent Show at the Coney Amusement Park on the outskirts of Kingston. To their chagrin, they were always gonged off when they got a chance to perform.
Undeterred by his weekly failure to impress the talent show audience, Adidja decided to hone his skills and concentrate on winning over his own community of Waterford until he was ready for bigger things. With that goal in mind, on weekends he would practise on neighborhood sound systems Soul Signal and Electric Force.
In 1993, Adidja recorded his first single, "Love Fat Woman," for Alvin Reid's One Heart Label under the name Adi Banton, a name he chose in tribute to a role model, Buju Banton. He recorded several more tracks for local producers, perfecting his craft.
In 1996 he and two friends, Mr. Lee and a singer called Escobar, decided to form a group. One night, after watching a movie about Pablo Escobar and his infamous cartel, Adidja came up with a name for his trio: Vibes Cartel.
Vybz Kartel's new role as Killer's protege caught the attention of the public and led to a meteoric career rise, first as a ghost-writer for Bounty, Elephant Man and other members of the Scare Dem Crew, followed by collaborations with Bounty Killer, such as "Gal Clown" and "Girls Like Mine (Liquid Riddim)."
He came into his own with early hits like "Gun Clown," "Guns Like Mine (Trafalga Riddim)," "Badman (Panty Raid Riddim)," "Bus Mi Gun Like Nuttn," "Most High (Mexican Riddim)" and "War Organizer (Clappas Riddim)." He also had a string of successful collaborations with Wayne Marshall, including "New Millennium (Mad Antz Riddim)," "Why (Krazy Riddim)" and "Why Again (Good To Go Riddim)." This unprecedented debut led to Vybz Kartel being crowned 2002 Deejay of the Year at Stone Love's 30th anniversary, a feat unmatched by any new artist in dancehall.
Kartel has--aside from incredible rhymes and subtle, clever pop culture references--a unique lyrical flow all his own. It is to be noted that Kartel rarely does dance "chunes" along the lines of Elephant man or Beenie Man. Nevertheless, he has already had several high-profile collaborations with international hip-hop and pop stars, and is being touted as the next big thing in dancehall.
In terms of singles sold, he has had the second-best year on the 2003 reggae charts, outsold only by Elephant Man, and has released two albums this year for UK label Greensleeves. He was featured twice on the Def Jamaica project, and nominated for Source, VIBE and UK MOBO awards. His MOBO nominations, along with those of Beenie Man, Elephant Man and Sizzla, were subsequently withdrawn over concerns of homophobia, a common issue with dancehall reggae in general.
His video for "New Millennium/Why," with Wayne Marshall, though decidedly low-budget, has seen play on MTV. His underground following is so large that a bootleg version of, in his own words, "a very, very low budget film" made in 2001 has begun circulating. He has two albums, several mixtapes and a prolific library of singles.
In 2005, Vybz and Bountkiller fell out after Vybz preformed a song with Di Angel, Beenie's former girl, "Yuh Know Yuh Baby Father." Vybz walked out of the Alliance. Aidonia also left, because he took Vybz side, falling out with Busy Signal and making the song "Adid A Mi Daddy Who Wa Vex Wan Vex." It was said Vybz took side with Beenie by showing up at his wedding. Vybz said Beenie was his artist and would not and that's as far as it went. Afterwards, he and Movado which led to throwing of words through songs like "Movado di Failla," "Them Start War and Dead" and "Them a Pu@#* Pon di Battle." But this mis happas only made Mr.Palmer express his war side.
Vybz is the head of the territorial gangland in Portmore known as the Gaza and Mavado is the same for the Gully. Due to their feud a physical war arose between people in the two areas. Fans loyal to each artist have taken part as well. Their fan base in the youths has been seen, as entire schools claiming to be Gully or Gaza supporters have been known not just in Jamaica but in other Caribbean countries such as Trinidad to break out into physical war resulting in stabbings and street fights.
Following the 2009 Summit of the Americas the Jamaican government called a meetings between Vybz Kartel and Mavado calling on them to end the war. Since its conclusion both artists have turned away from war songs and focused on different topics, Kartel on women and Mavado on uplifting the people, although both still make songs of all types.
Following differences with record label Greensleeves, Vybz Kartel changed his name to Addi Di Teacha near the end of 2006. All new material he produces will be released under this name. Greensleeves will continue to release his older, unreleased material under the name Vybz Kartel.
He now owns the label Portmore Empire, founded in 2007, on which releases new deejays' music. To clear up why this was done he had an interview with Antony Miller. "If I had join Moffia House, I would be taking side which I said I would not do," he said.
He owns a rum called STREET VYBZ as well as a condom line called DAGGERING.
Recently, he collaborated with artists like D.I. aka Daniel and Di Angel--Beenie man's former wife. But that's another story...
In 2011 Kartel has recently come under fire for bleaching his skin, something that is frowned upon in Jamaican culture and even Kartel spoken against it in past songs. He has come under even more fire for his rumored involvement in devil worship with a satanic group known as the Illuminati, which is known to have other popular musicains such as Jay-Z, Kanye West, Rihanna.
Fast Life
Vybz Kartel Lyrics
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Bloodclot Jamaican
Top speed now gas a get press
If you don't get a next time do yo next best
250 the dash board a suggest
Wi a fuck up the high way go a West Best
Tell yo friend don't fuck around here
Baby come here meck mi touch yo left breast
Put yo foot pon the desk, lets love in excess
Yo waan si wi homeless
Mi nuh cater fi badmind unuh hopeless
In a the S Class, the fool dem a protest
Never know enviousness was a process
Hold mi the closest, baby mi hand under yo pretty gold dress
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast doe, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
Dem a seh the World Boss
Meck gyal wine up like a car glass
Two fluffy gyal hold mi tight cyaa pass
Waan mi fi teach a, teach a her class
Gyal ride pon the bike the feature her fast
Light up a spliff the breefer or grass
White rum in a di bar mi need a half flass
Pretty brown girl shi really half cyass
The Chenell Champagne, Luis Vuitton Glass
Shi really find a hard task
Jamaica flag nuh fly, nuh half mask
Fuck from 5 mi reach a half pass
Gyal come wet up mi dark glass
Nuh shoot fi miss the dawg marks
Mi nuh cost injuries, the Gaza cost corps
Mi run the race before the car start
Cause any white line wi run the
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast doe, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
Top speed now gas a get press
If you don't get a next time do yo next best
250 the dash board a suggest
Wi a fuck up the high way go a West Best
Tell yo friend don't fuck around here
Caw the black eagle a nuh chicken a best dress
Baby come here meck mi touch yo left breast
Put yo foot pon the desk, lets love in excess
Yo waan si wi homeless
Mi nuh cater fi badmind unuh hopeless
In a the S Class, the fool dem a protest
Never know enviousness was a process
Hold mi the closest, baby mi hand under yo pretty gold dress
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast doe, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast doe, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
The lyrics of Vybz Kartel's song "Fast Life" depict the artist's embrace of a fast and luxurious lifestyle. He takes pride in his rough and tough persona as a Jamaican, asserting his dominance and confidence. The song celebrates speed and fast-paced living, both metaphorically and literally.
Vybz Kartel references driving at top speed, suggesting that he always aims for the highest level of success. He encourages others to strive for their best, implying that if they cannot reach their goals in one attempt, they should give their next best effort. The lyrics also mention the high speed displayed on the car's dashboard, indicating the artist's determination to reach his destination swiftly.
The song's chorus emphasizes the theme of speed and abundance in all aspects of life, including material possessions like cars and money. The lyrics express a desire for a fast-paced nightlife, where every experience is expedited.
Throughout the song, Vybz Kartel combines his love for fast living with his flirtatious nature. He mentions interacting with women and describes a sexual encounter, using metaphors and explicit language. The song portrays a carefree and hedonistic approach to life, where pleasure and indulgence are prioritized.
Overall, "Fast Life" is a celebration of Vybz Kartel's relentless pursuit of success, his love for speed, and his enjoyment of extravagance and pleasure.
Line by Line Meaning
I am the roughest, toughest
I am the most aggressive and resilient
Bloodclot Jamaican
A Jamaican who is strong and fearless
Top speed now gas a get press
Accelerating to the highest speed and gaining attention
If you don't get a next time do yo next best
If you don't succeed, do your absolute best the next time
250 the dash board a suggest
The dashboard suggests a speed of 250
Wi a fuck up the high way go a West Best
We are speeding recklessly on the highway towards West Best
Tell yo friend don't fuck around here
Advise your friend not to mess around in this place
Caw the black eagle a nuh chicken a best dress
Because the black eagle is not someone to be taken lightly
Baby come here meck mi touch yo left breast
Darling, come here and let me touch your left breast
Put yo foot pon the desk, lets love in excess
Place your foot on the desk and let's express our love fully
Yo waan si wi homeless
You want to see us without a home
Mi nuh cater fi badmind unuh hopeless
I don't care about envious people who are hopeless
In a the S Class, the fool dem a protest
Even fools protest when they see me in the S Class car
Never know enviousness was a process
I never realized that envy was a step-by-step procedure
Hold mi the closest, baby mi hand under yo pretty gold dress
Hold me tightly, darling, as my hand goes under your beautiful golden dress
Come pon yo face call it a protex
When I ejaculate on your face, it's like using a protective shield
Dem a seh the World Boss
They are saying that I'm the World Boss
Meck gyal wine up like a car glass
Make the women move their bodies like a car's window
Two fluffy gyal hold mi tight cyaa pass
Two curvy women are holding me tightly, and I can't resist
Waan mi fi teach a, teach a her class
They want me to teach a woman, to teach her how to excel
Gyal ride pon the bike the feature her fast
The woman rides on the motorcycle, showcasing her speed
Light up a spliff the breefer or grass
Light up a joint with a high-quality marijuana
White rum in a di bar mi need a half flass
I need a half glass of white rum in the bar
Pretty brown girl shi really half cyass
The pretty brown girl is truly seductive
The Chenell Champagne, Luis Vuitton Glass
Drinking expensive Chanel champagne from a Louis Vuitton glass
Shi really find a hard task
She really struggles with the challenge
Jamaica flag nuh fly, nuh half mask
The Jamaican flag doesn't fly or hide
Fuck from 5 mi reach a half pass
Having sex from 5 o'clock until halfway past
Gyal come wet up mi dark glass
The girl makes my sunglasses wet with excitement
Nuh shoot fi miss the dawg marks
Don't shoot and miss the dog's marks
Mi nuh cost injuries, the Gaza cost corps
I don't cause harm, but the Gaza causes casualties
Mi run the race before the car start
I'm already winning the race before the car starts
Cause any white line wi run the
Because we will run over any white line (literal or metaphorical)
Fast life, fast drive
A life of speed, a fast driving style
Fast lane, fast life
Living life in the fast lane
Fast everything, fast car
Everything is fast, especially the car
Fast doe, fast night
Quick money, lively nightlife
So I fast everything
That's why I do everything quickly
Speed of light, speed of life
As fast as the speed of light, that's how life is
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Adidja Azim Palmer, Joshua D Werner, Michael Woodrow Jackson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I am the roughest, toughest
Bloodclot Jamaican
Top speed now gas a get press
If you don't get a next time do yo next best
250 the dash board a suggest
Wi a fuck up the high way go a West Best
Tell yo friend don't fuck around here
Caw the black eagle a nuh chicken a best dress
Baby come here meck mi touch yo left breast
Put yo foot pon the desk, lets love in excess
Yo waan si wi homeless
Mi nuh cater fi badmind unuh hopeless
In a the S Class, the fool dem a protest
Never know enviousness was a process
Hold mi the closest, baby mi hand under yo pretty gold dress
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast doe, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
Dem a seh the World Boss
Meck gyal wine up like a car glass
Two fluffy gyal hold mi tight cyaa pass
Waan mi fi teach a, teach a her class
Gyal ride pon the bike the feature her fast
Light up a spliff the breefer or grass
White rum in a di bar mi need a half flass
Pretty brown girl shi really half cyass
The Chenell Champagne, Luis Vuitton Glass
Shi really find a hard task
Jamaica flag nuh fly, nuh half mask
Fuck from 5 mi reach a half pass
Gyal come wet up mi dark glass
Nuh shoot fi miss the dawg marks
Mi nuh cost injuries, the Gaza cost corps
Mi run the race before the car start
Cause any white line wi run the
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast doe, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
Top speed now gas a get press
If you don't get a next time do yo next best
250 the dash board a suggest
Wi a fuck up the high way go a West Best
Tell yo friend don't fuck around here
Caw the black eagle a nuh chicken a best dress
Baby come here meck mi touch yo left breast
Put yo foot pon the desk, lets love in excess
Yo waan si wi homeless
Mi nuh cater fi badmind unuh hopeless
In a the S Class, the fool dem a protest
Never know enviousness was a process
Hold mi the closest, baby mi hand under yo pretty gold dress
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast doe, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast doe, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
William Thompson
[Verse 1]
Top speed now gas a get pressed
If you don't get it next time do your next best
250 the dashboard a suggest
We a fuck up the highway go a west best
Tell your friend don't fuck around here
A the black eagle a no chicken a best dressed
Baby come here let me touch your left breast
Put your foot pon the bass let's love in excess
You wann see we homeless
Me no cater for bad mind unuh(you guys are) hopeless
Na the S-Class? The fool them a protest
Never knew enviousness was a process
Hold me the closest
Baby Mr hand under your pretty gold dress
Cum pon your face call it a Protex(brand of soap)
Cum pon your face call it a Protex(brand of soap)
[Verse 2]
Them a say The World Boss(Vybz Kartel), make girls wind up like a car glass
Two fluffy girls hold me tight can't pass
Want me for teach you teach a hard class
Girl ride pon the bike, the features all fast
Light up a splif, the reefer, or grass
White rum in the bar, me need a half flask
Pretty brown girl she really half-caste(mixed race)
The channel, champagne, Luis Vuitton glasses
She redefines a out cast
Jamaican flag no fly no half-mast
Fuck from 5 me reached half past,
girl cums, wet up me dark Clark's (shoe brand)
Don't shoot to miss the dawg, Marks(marksman)
Me no cause injuries, the Gaza(his squad) causes corps
We run the race before the car start
Ask any white line we run the asphalt
Dlux
Fast Life
Vybz Kartel
Top speed now gas a get press
If you don't get a next time do yo next best
250 the dash board a suggest
Wi a fk up the high way go a West Best
Tell yo friend don't fk around here
Caw the black eagle a nuh chicken a best dress
Baby come here meck mi touch yo left breast
Put yo foot pon the desk, lets love in excess
Yo waan si wi homeless
Mi nuh cater fi badmind unuh hopeless
In a the S Class, the fool dem a protest
Never know enviousness was a process
Hold mi the closest, baby mi hand under yo pretty gold dress
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast girl, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
Dem a seh the World Boss
Meck gyal wine up like a car glass
Two fluffy gyal hold mi tight cyaa pass
Waan mi fi teach a, teach a her class
Gyal ride pon the bike the feature her fast
Light up a spliff the reefer or grass
White run in a the bar mi need a half flass
Pretty brown girl shi really half class
The Chenell Champagne, Luis Vuitton Glass
Shi really find a hard task
Jamaica flag nuh fly, nuh half mask
Fk from 5 mi reach a half pass
Gyal come wet up mi dark glass
Nuh shoot fi miss the dawg marks
Mi nuh cause injuries, the Gaza cause corpse
Mi run the race before the car start
Cause any white line wi run the
Fast life, fast drive
Fast lane, fast life
Fast everything, fast car
Fast girl, fast night
So I fast everything
Speed of light, speed of life
Fast everything, fast everything
Top speed now gas a get press
If you don't get a next time do yo next best
250 the dash board a suggest
Wi a fk up the high way go a West Best
Tell yo friend don't fk around here
Caw the black eagle a nuh chicken a best dress
Baby come here meck mi touch yo left breast
Put yo foot pon the desk, lets love in excess
Yo waan si wi homeless
Mi nuh cater fi badmind unuh hopeless
In a the S Class, the fool dem a protest
Never know enviousness was a process
Hold mi the closest, baby mi hand under yo pretty gold dress
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Come pon yo face call it a protex
Oversett til norsk
adamcoca
Listening to this music while cruising in your Zentorno on downtown Los Santos in PS3.... good times
Honk
@JackoPanda I just got kicked out of a session by a fkn modder and here I am now
Cresh Woahndicoot
@Nestor Noguera Yes it is
The lab radio was a PC exclusive untill the ILL gotten gains pt 2 DLC came to Xbox one,PS4,Xbox 360 and PS3
And then The lab radio was completly available radio with all of his tracks to all consoles
JackoPanda
Until a dumbass hacker or modder screws you over
tsu
I miss ps3 gta, I couldn’t get my data transferred to ps4
Fortunate Ghost
@Uthman Choudhury bro this song is on ps3 it was USED for the free mode update trailer it wasn’t added in freemode update
sodaddict
This song fits GTA 5 perfectly. Everything happens too fast, success and all, as well as the speed of your next death.
Fortunate Ghost
More like gta online
Corbin's Beats
U smart american
Kas M
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