Shaggy

Lyrics

[Intro]
Yeah man, Party time
Mohombi, Costi, Shaggy (rude boy)
Faydee

[Chorus: Faydee,Mohombi,Faydee & Mohombi, Shaggy]
Habibi lei, Habibi lei, Habibi lei lei lei lei-lei
Habibi lei, Habibi lei, Habibi
(Hey yo what' that?)
I need your love, I need your love, I need your
Lalalalalala
Let me love you, oh-oh
(Luv-a-luv-a-luv-a-luv-a-
Love-love-love-love-GIRL!)

[Verse 1: Shaggy]
If I love you, love me right back
The kind of love that keep you comin' back
If I love you, love me right back
Don't ever leave me, girl, don't do me that
So please (stay!), don't walk (away!)
Gimme another chance to love you the right (way!)
Girl, my true feelings pushing up
Woman, your love mi can't do without

[Verse 2: Faydee]
Who am I without you by my side?
Every little piece of my heart broken in the dark
Wishin' I could hold you now...
When you were here for me, I was not there for you
I was too blind, couldn't see what you did for me
Now I don't know what to do
[Bridge: Faydee, Costi]
Ladi ladi ram tam, ladi ladi ram tam
I'll be right here for you
Ladi ladi ram tam, ladi ladi ram tam
I'll be calling out for you, can you hear me?
(Toca toca latino!)

[Chorus: Faydee,Mohombi, Faydee & Mohombi, Costi,]
Habibi lei, Habibi lei, Habibi lei lei lei lei-lei
Habibi lei, Habibi lei, Habibi
(Quiero quie-ie, te quiero mi amor)
I need your love, I need your love, I need your lalalalalala
(Papi chulo) Let me love you, oh-oh

[Interlude: Faydee & Mohombi, Costi]
Wo-o-o-oah... Worldwide...
Wo-o-o-oah... (see I know!)
Wo-o-o-oah... Wo-o-o-o-oah!
Wo-o-o-oah... Wo-o-o-o-oah
(Toca Toca Pomme)
Let me love you o-o-o...

[Verse 3: Shaggy]
And every time that you think to leave
I'll be don't, don't, don't, don't go
And every time that you think of me
I'll want your big bright smile, just glow
There's no "us" without you, girl
And when mi look inna mi future, see you, girl
My true feelings pushing up
Woman, your love me can't do without
[Chorus: Faydee, Mohombi, Costi, Faydee & Mohombi]
Habibi lei, Habibi lei, Habibi lei lei lei lei-lei
Habibi lei, Habibi lei, Habibi
(Tengo baby)
I need your love, I need your love, I need your lalalalalala
(Papi chulo) Let me love you, oh-oh

[Interlude: Faydee & Mohombi]
Wo-o-o-oah... Wo-o-o-o-oah...
Wo-o-o-oah... Wo-o-o-o-oah...
Wo-o-o-oah... Wo-o-o-o-oah...
Let me love you o-o-o...

[Chorus: Faydee, Mohombi, Costi, Faydee & Mohombi]
Habibi lei, Habibi lei, Habibi lei lei lei lei-lei
Habibi lei, Habibi lei, Habibi
(Yes, mi amor)
I need your love, I need your love, I need your lalalalalala
Let me love you, oh-oh

Shaggy’s ‘Habibi (I Need Your Love)’ featuring Costi (ROU), Faydee, and Mohombi is a highly addictive song that has been making waves in the music industry since its release. It was officially released on December 11, 2014, and has been topping the charts ever since. This song is a blend of different cultures, languages, and sounds that creates a unique and captivating experience for the listeners.

About Habibi (I Need Your love)

In an interview with Anti-Music, Shaggy explained his excitement for this song. Costi came to him with a fantastic idea for a song that would feature Mohombi and Faydee. As soon as Shaggy heard the feel-good vibe of the track, he knew it was going to be a hit.

Shaggy’s ‘Habibi (I Need Your Love)’ has a catchy and irresistible hook in Arabic that translates to “my love”. The song is a fusion of Arabic and English languages and features three of the most talented artists in the industry, each giving their unique touch to the song.

This song is an amalgamation of different musical styles and cultures, showcasing the beauty of diversity in music. ‘Habibi’ has a Middle Eastern influence, with its instrumentation and rhythms that take you on a musical journey to a different world.

‘Habibi (I Need Your Love)’ has a distinct reggae feel that is Shaggy's signature style. The song has an upbeat tempo, making it perfect for dancing and parties. The reggae beat adds a much-needed rhythm and energy to the song, bringing the Arabic and English languages together seamlessly.

The vocals of the song are outstanding, with each artist delivering a unique and captivating performance. Shaggy's Jamaican influenced rap is as impressive as ever, while Mohombi's Sudanese-Swedish tones sound amazing and add depth to the song. Faydee's voice brings a romantic, melodic element to the song that helps to balance the energy from the reggae beats. Finally, Romanian-based rapper, Costi, showcases his vocal abilities in both Arabic and English languages, further adding to the multi-cultural vibe of the song.

The song's lyrical content is simple, yet beautiful. The song explores the theme of love and how it can transcend cultures, languages, and geographical borders. The lyrics are sung in Arabic and English, giving the listener a chance to connect with the song on a personal level, no matter their origin or background.

In a nutshell, 'Habibi (I Need Your Love)' is a song that celebrates the art of music and the beauty of unity, diversity, and love with its fusion of cultures and languages. The song is an upbeat, danceable, and irresistible tune that will stay with you long after listening.

With over 197 million views on Youtube and millions of plays on streaming platforms, it's clear that Shaggy’s ‘Habibi (I Need Your Love)’ is a timeless classic that will continue to inspire and connect people worldwide for years to come.

• Release Date: October 20, 2014
• Artist: Shaggy