Tommy Lee Sparta – Pon Di Roadside + Lyrics

January 13, 2018

Tommy Lee Sparta’s “Pon Di Roadside” offers a glimpse into a chance encounter that takes a surprising turn. The song’s title translates to “On the Roadside,” setting the scene for a casual meeting.

The story unfolds with Tommy Lee encountering a woman by the roadside. Intrigued, he acknowledges her presence, but reveals he’s already involved with someone else. However, the woman seems undeterred, insisting she doesn’t mind his existing relationship.

The situation takes a confusing turn. The initial lighthearted mood seems to vanish, replaced by a sense of seriousness. The lyrics describe a lack of smiles, suggesting a shift in the interaction. The woman expresses a desire for closeness, but then contradicts herself by finding him “too nice.”

Tommy Lee portrays himself as hesitant, suggesting he’s merely passing by. He offers his phone number if she’s interested in further contact. The woman then questions his relationship status, prompting a response that raises suspicion for Tommy Lee. He describes the woman’s explanation for her partner having “his own life” as not sounding right.

The chorus adds another layer of complexity. Tommy Lee expresses a desire to leave, but feels inexplicably stuck. The lyrics hint at a conflict – he’s drawn to this woman despite his commitment to his girlfriend, whom he trusts.

“Pon Di Roadside” leaves the listener with unanswered questions. Did Tommy Lee succumb to temptation? What became of his encounter with the woman by the roadside? The song’s ambiguity allows listeners to draw their own conclusions, adding to its intrigue.

While the song’s meaning remains open to interpretation, it undeniably captures the allure of a fleeting connection and the complications that can arise. “Pon Di Roadside” showcases Tommy Lee Sparta’s ability to craft a catchy tune with a captivating narrative.

Catty ‘pon the
Catty ‘pon the roadside
Me say catty ‘pon the
Catty ‘pon the roadside

[Verse 1]
Me buck a catty ‘pon the roadside
Say she want get close by
Me say me have a girl, she say she don’t mind
Very serious, we don’t smile
Say she want me close by
After that she say me too nice
She say me [?], me a stroll by
And if she get me number she can phone I
She say what happened to your own guy
She say him have him own life
Me feel fi cut as it nah sound right

Know me addicted to this feeling
Infatuation and cheating
And if you ask me the reason
Me tell you go ask Janice friend
‘Cause me nah know wha’ make it nice so
Me just enjoy the sneaking
And every evening and weekend
A you me seeking

[Interlude]

[Chorus]
Me waan get up, but me cyaan get up
‘Cause something is holding me
Me girlfriend me love and a me she trust
But something is holding me
Yo, it feels nice
Fi take ‘way a bwoy girl
And make her a choice for the night
It feels nice
Fi take ‘way a bwoy girl
And make him paranoid
Me waan get up, but me cyaan get up
‘Cause something is holding me
Me girlfriend me love and a me she trust
But something is holding me
Yo, it feels nice
Fi take ‘way a bwoy girl
And make her a choice for the night
It feels nice
Fi take ‘way a bwoy girl
And make him paranoid