This one comes via an upload from Julian to YouTube; both versions of the song are featured at the end of the post for your listening pleasure and discourse.
"Frenchman" (Soki Soki) was originally done by the Trinidadian band "Taxi" in 1990. The song was written by Robin Imamsha (of Taxi) and originally sung by Cathy Ella.
It was Cathy Ella who apparently put the RED Boyz in contact with Robin Imamshah (I guess to get permission to cover the song). Apparently Robin Imamshah loved the idea of a remake of the song and even made some subtle changes to the lyrics for this cover version.
It was Cathy Ella who apparently put the RED Boyz in contact with Robin Imamshah (I guess to get permission to cover the song). Apparently Robin Imamshah loved the idea of a remake of the song and even made some subtle changes to the lyrics for this cover version.
It was now in the hands of the RED BOYZ who then went on the hunt for a singer or singers for the remake. They chose Tejay and Ayana and worked closely with Imamshah to ensure that he was pleased with the final release ('nuff' respect, I guess).
The original name of the song is "Frenchman" but is re-released with the punchline name of "Soki Soki". After listening to both recordings I still prefer the original version done by "Taxi".The new music may have a more enhanced rhythmic value to it and Of course any new version done will be recorded with a better quality of sound and enhanced to encourage sales. Having said that, I will stick to my guns with this one.... "Taxi" and Cathy Ella over Tejay and Ayana! This is one time I have chosen the original over the cover version.
Please press the play button (below) to listen (small triangle in circle).
Here is the original version of the song as sung by Cathy Ella with the band "Taxi".
Mikey (De Red Boyz)