Damso and Kalash collaborate on ‘Alpha’, a track from the album ‘J’AI MENTI’. The duo writes lyrics that mix raw honesty with a pulsating dancehall rhythm. Mikado and Shaz join forces to compose a melody that drives the story forward.
Released: November 13, 2024
Alpha
Damso | Kalash • From “J’AI MENTI.”
J’AI MENTI.’s Alpha French Lyrics English Meaning
Damso sings about an unfaithful alpha male who still loves his woman despite his flaws. The lyricist mentions, ‘The distance that separates you and me won’t last longer than one last drink,’ highlighting temporary separation and lingering loyalty. Kalash adds his signature style to the narrative, creating a complex character.
Oh La La ShazOh la la, Shaz,
Mmh Mikadommm, Mikado.
La Distance Qui Nous Sépare Toi Et Moi Ne TiendraThe distance that separates you and me won’t last,
Que Le Temps D’Un Dernier Verre Ne T’En Fais Paslonger than one last drink, so don’t you worry.
C’Est Celui-Là C’Est Ce Mâle Alpha InfidèleHe’s the one, he’s that unfaithful alpha male,
Mais Qui Aime Sa Femmebut he still loves his woman.
C’Est Celui-Là C’Est Ce Mâle Alpha InfidèleHe’s the one, he’s that unfaithful alpha male,
Mais Qui Aime Sa Femmebut he still loves his woman.
Dis-Moi Bien Les Choses Ibiza IbizaTell me how it really is, Ibiza, Ibiza,
Dis-Moi Bien Les Choses Oh Non-Nontell me how it really is, oh no, no.
Dis-Moi Bien Les Choses Ibiza IbizaTell me how it really is, Ibiza, Ibiza,
Dis-Moi Bien Les Choses Oh Non-Non-Nontell me how it really is, oh no, no, no.
J’Ai Encore M#rdé Ta M#reI’ve really messed up again, damn it,
Tu Connais La Noche Tequila Solyou know how the night goes with Tequila and Sol.
J’Pars En C#uilles J’Sors Mes Démons Sur Son Gros T#rd-PéI’m losing control, letting my demons out on her ‘curvy frame’.
La Soirée Est Rentable J’Commets L’Attentat J’Ai Fini Dans Sa StoryThe night was worth it, I made my bold move and ended up in her story.
J’Suis Infréquentable J’Lui Retire L’TampaxI’m bad company, getting way too intimate,
Tu Connais Tout Va Trop Viteyou know how everything moves too fast.
MmhMmm,
Dalé Randamget it moving.
MmhMmm,
Dans La Shatta-Shattain the ‘dancehall rhythm’,
Mmhmmm,
Dalé Randamget it moving.
MmhMmm.
La Distance Qui Nous Sépare Toi Et MoiThe distance that separates you and me,
Ne Tiendra Que Le Temps D’Un Dernier Verre Ne T’En Fais Paswon’t last longer than one last drink, so don’t you worry.
C’Est Celui-Là C’Est Ce Mâle Alpha InfidèleHe’s the one, he’s that unfaithful alpha male.
Mais Qui Aime Sa FemmeBut he still loves his woman.
C’Est Celui-Là C’Est Ce Mâle Alpha InfidèleHe’s the one, he’s that unfaithful alpha male,
Mais Qui Aime Sa Femmebut he still loves his woman.
My Gyal Fout Ou Dou Ou Sav Mwen Toujou Ni An Brand New NewMy girl, you’re so sweet, but you know I’ve always got a brand-new flame.
Pou Tcheck Mwen Fok Ou Pran Rendez-VousTo check in on me, you’ve got to make an appointment.
Man Ni Autant Fanm Ki Man Ni TuneI’ve got as many women as I’ve got cash.
Man Ka Quité’W Choisi Fè Lanmou Ou Fann Tch#u’WI’ll let you choose to make love or ‘get lost’,
En Real Bad Man Mi Sa Nimpot Ki JouI’m a real bad man, any day of the week.
Man Rivé Kay Manman’W Épi An Paket BijouxI arrived at your mother’s house with a pile of jewelry.
J’Suis Un Vagabond Selon Ton DaronI’m a drifter according to your father,
Il Dit Que J’Suis Pas Fréquentable Un Mauvais Garçonhe says I’m bad company, just a bad boy.
J’Suis Un Vagabond Selon Ton DaronI’m a drifter according to your father.
Comme Vybz Kartel Il Dit Qu’J’Suis Un Bandit Kiss Me BabyLike Vybz Kartel, he says I’m a ‘criminal’, kiss me baby.
La Distance Qui Nous Sépare Toi Et Moi GyalThe distance that separates you and me, girl,
Ne Tiendra Que Le Temps D’Un Dernier Verre Ne T’En Fais Paswon’t last longer than one last drink, so don’t you worry.
C’Est Celui-Là C’Est Ce Mâle AlphaHe’s the one, he’s that alpha male.
Infidèle Mais Qui Aime Sa FemmeHe’s unfaithful, but he loves his woman.
C’Est Celui-Là C’Est Ce Mâle AlphaHe’s the one, he’s that alpha male.
Infidèle Mais Qui Aime Sa FemmeHe’s unfaithful, but he loves his woman.
Ouh You YouOh, you, you.
Dis-Moi Bien Les ChosesTell me how it really is,
Dis-Moi Bien Les Choses Oh Non-Nontell me how it really is, oh no, no.
Dis-Moi Bien Les ChosesTell me how it really is,
Dis-Moi Bien Les Choses Oh Non-Non-Nontell me how it really is, oh no, no, no.
Alpha Music Video
The meaning of ‘Alpha’ is a reflection of flawed love. The lyrics explore the tension between infidelity and deep affection, set to a dancehall beat.