Wiley is known as 'the godfather of grime', since it is widely regarded he is a pioneering influence in the grime scene, and he is also notable for his exceptional work-rate, having five projects lined up for 2008 alone. Wiley has been one of the biggest artists in the history of the genre, releasing three albums and having been signed to XL Recordings and now to Big Dada Recordings, on which he has recently released his third album "Playtime Is Over". Wiley founded Eskibeat Recordings in 2007. This is not a crew but is a record label which consists of MC's such as Chipmunk, Little Dee and ice kid.
In 2008, Wiley found mainstream success with his hit single 'Wearing My Rolex'.
Wiley first started producing in 1996, working in various genres, notable Jungle and Garage. Wiley first became well known in the East London underground garage scene during the late 1990s, when he was a member of the Pay As You Go Cartel, who had some limited UK chart success. He also co-produced "Nicole's Groove" as Phaze One, and appeared on several tracks by other artists. He made numerous vinyl releases, often driving around London himself selling to record shops. One of these, "Eskimo", was a huge success on the underground scene, reputedly selling in the thousands, where most other artists within the scene could only sell 500-1000 copies of their tracks. He regularly appeared on East London pirate radio stations playing grime tracks, which helped increase his profile. He still does underground events, like Lord Of The Mics 1 , Eskimo Dance, and also does Sidewinder but with his group Roll Deep, which he left Pay As You Go Cartel to create.
Heatwave
Wiley Lyrics
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The temperature's rising, it isn't surprising
She certainly can, can-can
She started a heatwave by letting her seat wave
In such a way that the customers say
She certainly can can-can
Gee! Her anatomy makes the mercury drop to 93
The way that she moves that thermometer proves
She certainly can, can-can
It's so hot the weatherman
Will tell you a wreck has been made
It's so hot the cold of 10
Will cover your face in the shade
It's so hot the cold just made us
Feel just as warm as a bride
It's so hot my chicken laid
An egg on the street and it fried
Gee! Her anatomy makes the mercury drop to 93
We're having a heatwave, a tropical heatwave
The way that she moves that thermometer proves
She certainly can, can-can
She certainly can, can-can
The song 'Heatwave' by Wiley features a chorus that is a throwback to the musical era of the 1930s. The song was released in 2012 and was a hit in the UK charts. The lyrics are a nod to the classic song 'Heat Wave' by composer Irving Berlin, which was made popular by Marilyn Monroe in the movie 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'. Wiley has taken the chorus from the song and reworked it with his lyrics, giving it a modern spin.
The song talks about a heatwave, a phenomenon that affects various parts of the world during summers. The temperature is so high that the weatherman predicts that a wreck has been made. The lyrics are about a woman in a club who starts a heatwave by letting her seat wave in such a way that it catches the attention of the customers. The way she moves makes the temperature rise, and her anatomy makes the mercury drop to 93. It's a song that celebrates and acknowledges the female form and the power that it holds.
The chorus in the song is catchy and well-produced. The use of horns, drums, and other instruments creates an energetic and lively tune that makes it irresistible not to tap your feet. The lyrics are fun and easy to remember as the chorus is repeated several times. The song is a great example of how modern music can blend with old classics to create something unique and fresh.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh! We're having a heatwave, a tropical heatwave
The weather is extremely hot and unbearable, and it's as though we are experiencing a heatwave in the tropics.
The temperature's rising, it isn't surprising
It's no shock that the temperature is climbing.
She certainly can, can-can
She's good at dancing the can-can.
She started a heatwave by letting her seat wave
Her provocative movements started a reaction that heated up everything around her.
In such a way that the customers say
The way she moved got the customers intrigued.
Gee! Her anatomy makes the mercury drop to 93
Her physical attributes make the temperature feel like it's dropped to 93 degrees.
Having a heatwave, a tropical heatwave
The heat is unbearable and it feels like it's a heatwave in a tropical area.
The way that she moves that thermometer proves
Her movements are so intense that even the thermometer can't deny the heat she's generating.
It's so hot the weatherman
The weatherman is giving updates on how the heat is affecting everyone.
Will tell you a wreck has been made
Lack of attention due to the heat can cause accidents on the road.
It's so hot the cold of 10
A temperature of 10 degrees Celsius would usually feel cold, but it doesn't provide relief from the current heat.
Will cover your face in the shade
Even in the shade, the heat is so intense that it feels like there is no escape.
It's so hot the cold just made us
The temperature is so hot that the relief that's usually felt from cold drinks is minimal.
Feel just as warm as a bride
Drinking cold beverages only offer minimal relief from the heat, and they can make you feel as warm as a bride would during a traditional wedding ceremony.
It's so hot my chicken laid
The heat is so unbearable that it caused an egg to fry on the street.
An egg on the street and it fried
The temperature on the street was so intense that it fried an egg that was sitting there.
She certainly can, can-can
She is able to dance the can-can very well.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: IRVING BERLIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Stewberto
I’ve got a DEEP emotional connection to this tune, the amount of good memories i associate with “heatwave” is unreal😮💨😮💨.
@samuelconway8961
Mate if you’re aren’t here remembering your childhood summer in the sun then don’t talk, don’t wanna be reading about some love island shit tarnishing this song, it’s legendary haha💔
@deethebeetroot4124
🙌☝
@kieranonyt
✊
@ronangothard9391
Sick
@randomstuffforyou6981
Agree
@anthonysmith6728
Facts vro
@owenpritchard1736
People here from love island < 2000's gang who remember vibing in the car to this absolute tune
@manlikesean1
Have been playing this every summer since it was released 🌞🌞🌞
@CR7_886
Me