Attitude
Wendi Lyrics


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I gat an energy
And wherever I go you see
The Caribbean in me
African and I running into my history
So when I out on de road i show my pedigree

When da big bass drop I can't help but wuk up and screw up all ma face
and if I Fete too hard and I mash up da place have my apology

We can't control it
It in we vain, we own it
De goat skin drum is callin
We ga beat dis party up

Just show off your wining
Wave up your flag yea
And show off your costume
Wearing your culture
Da Riddim is in you
Just sing it out yea
Caribbean inside you

Show dem ya attitude
Show dem ya attitude

See now i is a Island gyal
And so dat means I don't take no fool
and my mouth is hard
So if I pull up pull up on you
brace ya stance
Don't back down boy
I giving you a chance

When da big bass drop I can't help but wuk up and screw up all ma face
and if I Fete too hard and I mash up da place have my apology

We can't control it
It in we vain, we own it
De goat skin drum is callin
We ga beat dis party up

Just show off your wining
Wave up your flag yea
And show off your costume
Wearing your culture
Da Riddim is in you
Just sing it out yea
Caribbean inside you

Show dem ya attitude
Show dem ya attitude

Show - Show dem your wine
Show - Be free with your culture

Just show off your wining
Wave up your flag yea
And show off your costume
Wearing your culture
Da Riddim is in you
Just sing it out yea
Caribbean inside you

Show dem ya attitude
Show dem ya attitude

Written by




Wendy Lewis and Dyson Knight
PRS © 2018

Overall Meaning

"Attitude" is a song by Wendi that celebrates Caribbean culture and encourages people to embrace their heritage and show off their unique attitudes. The lyrics convey a strong sense of pride in being Caribbean, as the artist proclaims her energy and the different aspects of her identity derived from her African and Caribbean roots. She presents herself as someone who fully embodies her ancestry, displaying her pedigree whenever she is out on the road.


The chorus emphasizes the uncontrollable nature of the Caribbean spirit, describing it as something that runs through their veins and is inescapable. The mention of the goat skin drum signifies the traditional music and rhythm of the Caribbean, which calls everyone to come together and enliven the party. The song encourages people to showcase their individuality by displaying their unique attitudes, wining (a popular Caribbean dance), waving their flags, and wearing their cultural costumes. It speaks to the idea that Caribbean identity is something deeply ingrained in each person and can be expressed through music, dance, and fashion.


Overall, "Attitude" celebrates the vibrant, free-spirited, and vivacious nature of Caribbean culture, promoting self-expression and embracing one's unique heritage.


Line by Line Meaning

I gat an energy
I have a vibrant and powerful energy within me


And wherever I go you see
No matter where I am, my energy is visible


The Caribbean in me
My heritage and culture from the Caribbean are deeply ingrained in who I am


African and I running into my history
My African roots and ancestry define a significant part of my identity


So when I out on de road i show my pedigree
When I'm out celebrating and having a good time, I proudly display my cultural heritage


When da big bass drop I can't help but wuk up and screw up all ma face
When the heavy bass hits, I can't resist dancing energetically and making funny expressions


and if I Fete too hard and I mash up da place have my apology
If I party excessively and create havoc, I apologize for my actions


We can't control it
We embrace our natural instinct for celebration


It in we vain, we own it
It's part of our essence, and we fully embrace it


De goat skin drum is callin
The traditional goatskin drum calls us to join the celebration


We ga beat dis party up
We will make this party lively and exciting


Just show off your wining
Let loose and proudly display your skillful hip-moving dance


Wave up your flag yea
Raise your national flag with pride


And show off your costume
Display your beautifully crafted cultural attire


Wearing your culture
By wearing your culture, you showcase your identity


Da Riddim is in you
The captivating rhythm is deeply embedded within you


Just sing it out yea
Express your joy by singing along to the music


Caribbean inside you
The spirit of the Caribbean resides within you


Show dem ya attitude
Demonstrate your unique and confident demeanor


See now i is a Island gyal
I am a proud girl from the islands


And so dat means I don't take no fool
This implies that I won't tolerate any nonsense


and my mouth is hard
I am assertive and straightforward in expressing myself


So if I pull up pull up on you
If I confront you or get in your face


brace ya stance
Prepare yourself and stand firm


Don't back down boy
Do not yield or surrender, be resilient


I giving you a chance
I am offering an opportunity for resolution


Show - Show dem your wine
Reveal and display your dance moves


Show - Be free with your culture
Express your culture without reservation




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AARON CARPENTER, CHAD HUGO, S LEWIS, SCOTT FRIEDMAN, SAMUEL GEORGE LEWIS, SCOTT HARRIS FRIEDMAN

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

TJ Munroe

I'm now seeing and viewing this music video song for the very first time ( Saturday, 20th November 2021).

I don't support this music video simply because it features the Haitian flag.

That misinformed all the regional and international viewers of this music video. It misinformed and misguided me culturally.

There's no where in this video that featured the Bahamian flag 🇧🇸.

In my opinion, featuring the Haitian flag seems intentional. Also, if you were featuring the Caribbean, it definitely wasn't balanced.

The Bahamian Kalik Radlers and a rum labelled Ricardo were featured several times.

It's a great song, but not feeling the Bahamian vybe ( cultural aspects ) through it.



All comments from YouTube:

Olympic Song Contest

Wendi in the house! Her song was chosen to represent The Bahamas in the first edition of the Olympic Song Contest. OSC is a non-profit online song contest created to showcase the best of the world's music. Love from Croatia (the Bahamas of Europe :D )!

DJ JEL | The Soca Boss

Wendi has a bright future ahead if she stays consistent.

Felicia R.

AWESOME!!!!! Great job Wendi!

Island Imperfection

Love it !!!!!!!! Wendi you are a STAR 👑

Cecil The Litt Guy

This Cecil is AMAZING I REALLY LOVE IT GOO WENDI!!

Serantha Coakley

I LOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEE it!!!!!!! Great music! It makes you want to get up and start dancing too!! Actually I love all of your songs Wendi!!! But this attitude is lit! 🔥🔥 keep up the good work! You're doing an amazing job with these songs and VIDEOS!!!! This a aprty starter! 💃💃😍 @wendi57

Nina Ray

Awesome Wendy!  Great carnival get up and dance.  I really felt the Carnival vibe!

Queen Michelle

Love this song

Linda Patrice Smith

SUPPORT IT OR EXPORT IT!❤💯💃🇧🇸

Bodine Victoria

Eye LOVE it!!!!

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