Englishman in new york nigerian dub

What an intriguing combination! "Englishman in New York" is a classic song by Sting, and "Nigerian Dub" is a genre of music that blends traditional Nigerian music with dub music. Here's a potential mashup of the two:

Title: "Englishman in Lagos Dub"

Description: A fusion of Sting's iconic song with the infectious rhythms and instrumentation of Nigerian Dub. The result is a unique blend of British wit, Nigerian flair, and dub music's signature bass-heavy sound.

Track Structure:

  1. Intro: A brief, atmospheric intro featuring a Nigerian-style percussion pattern and a hint of Sting's vocals.
  2. Verse 1: Sting's original vocals, with a nod to the Nigerian Dub style, featuring a prominent bassline and atmospheric synths.
  3. Chorus: The iconic chorus, with a Nigerian twist, featuring a call-and-response pattern between Sting's vocals and a chorus of Nigerian backing vocalists.
  4. Verse 2: A new verse, written in collaboration with a Nigerian artist, blending Sting's storytelling with Nigerian lyrics and rhythms.
  5. Dub Section: A dub-inspired breakdown, featuring extended instrumental sections, Nigerian percussion, and atmospheric sound design.
  6. Outro: A reprise of the intro, with added Nigerian instrumentation and a final nod to the original song.

Instruments:

Lyrics:

Verse 1 (Sting): I'm an Englishman in Lagos town Living life on the edge, never wearing a frown I've got my Nigerian friends, we're having a ball We're dancing to the beat, of the Afrobeat call

Chorus (Sting): I'm an Englishman in Lagos town Living life on the edge, never wearing a frown I'm an Englishman in Lagos town With my Nigerian friends, we're turning it around

Verse 2 (Nigerian artist): I'm a Nigerian in London town Living life on the edge, never wearing a frown I've got my English friends, we're having a ball We're dancing to the beat, of the Afrobeat call

Chorus (Sting): I'm an Englishman in Lagos town Living life on the edge, never wearing a frown I'm an Englishman in Lagos town With my Nigerian friends, we're turning it around

Conclusion: "Englishman in Lagos Dub" is a unique fusion of two musical styles, blending the wit and charm of Sting's original song with the infectious rhythms and instrumentation of Nigerian Dub. The result is a captivating and energetic track that celebrates the beauty of cultural exchange and the power of music to bring people together.