Nesian 101

Nesian Mystik

About Nesian 101

"Nesian 101" is the first single released by New Zealand group Nesian Mystik from their album Elevator Musiq. The single was released in 2008, under Bounce/Universal Records. The song was released as a single in 2008 where it debuted at #36 on the RIANZ New Zealand chart. It later reached #1 on the chart. The single was certified platinum in New Zealand.


Year:
2008
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(You know the time, you know the time - it's time for Nesian 101)

You're never on time
And music?s on all day
And you be growing them rude-ngati dreads
White on white sneaks and baggy jeans
Got that greenstone around your neck

I came from the 183
So I know a little bit about fresh bee
Yes we, keep rep?n and rock?n that fresh steez
Jeans cut with socks and jandals
Aloha shirts be the formal dress standard
Spot the poly?s from a mile away
And you know they're coming when you hear this play

Follow the leader.... leader.... leader
Follow the leader x 2

You?re so fresh so I want to know if you're down
'cause if you are then let that hair down baby
I wanna know

Got 2 fried eggs on that $1 bread
Street fighter 2 where my money's spent
Brothers roll past, speakers on full blast
Singing ?Korero Maori e?

You're never on time
And music?s on all day
And you be growing them rude-ngati dreads
White on white sneaks and baggy jeans
Got that greenstone around your neck

What you know about F.O.B
Taro, Manioke & Lu Sipi
Ya?ll know what I'm talking bout the Sunday Feeds
2 minute noodles & that fried Corned Beef
For the rest of the week, that?s all there is
Go to school and scab off the rest of the kids
Save that bus money home for that $1 chips
If you don?t walk it off it goes straight to the hips..

I never run my day by time,
I run my time by the change of sky,
I run my time like my appetite,
Coke and a pie?s what we call fine dine,
SURRY CRES to SANDRINGHAM,
CALIFOR-NI-A down to JAPAN,
It?s the real McCoy making all that noise,
More FOB than FALL OUT BOY?.

You're never on time
And music?s on all day
And you be growing them rude-ngati dreads
White on white sneaks and baggy jeans
Got that greenstone around your neck

So what we gon' do right here, is we gon' school ya on what we call, the ways of the fresh; Nesian 101 if ya will. So if ya feelin' what we sayin', let me know, join in

Bounce on that 2 & 4, don?t clap on that 1 & 3..
You have your Cappuccino, we on that Cuppa Tea..
Be rude to turn it down, so take it if its free..
Just keep it FRESH, no matter where you be.. X2

(all the ladies in the place put ya hands up, put ya hands up, put ya hands up, put 'em up, put 'em up, let's go)

You?re so fresh but I want to know if you down
'cause if you are then let your hair down baby
I want to know

You're never on time
And music?s on all day
And you be growing them rude-ngati dreads
White on white sneaks and baggy jeans
Got that greenstone around your neck X2

(sing it with me now)

Follow the leader.... leader.... leader
Follow the leader x 2

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Nesian Mystik

Nesian Mystik was a New Zealand Hip-Hop/R&B group which formed in 1999. The cultural backgrounds of its members united a remarkable diversity of Polynesia by bringing together Cook Island, Tongan, Samoan and Maori ancestry. As well as producing a record number of Top 10 New Zealand singles, Nesian Mystik supported international acts such as Robbie Williams, Missy Elliott, Shaggy and The Black Eyed Peas. The group officially disbanded in 2011 after a successful music career that included four commercially successful albums and numerous New Zealand Music Award nominations. more »

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Written by: DAVID ATAI, DONALD MCNULTY, FELETI STRICKSON-PUA, HEATHDALE PUHI MANUKAU, JUNIOR RIKIAU, TE AWANUI REEDER

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Nesian Mystik" is a popular New Zealand band known for combining diverse music genres including R&B, pop, reggae, and hip hop.
Chart Success
"Nesian 101" was a significant hit and reached number 5 on the New Zealand Singles Chart soon after its release in 2008.
Musical Style
The song "Nesian 101" showcases the band's unique and rich blend of musical influences, ranging from traditional Polynesian music to modern hip hop.
Cultural Identity
"Nesian 101" is noted for its exploration of Pacific Islander identity within an urban New Zealand context, with lyrics touching on the experiences of the band members as Polynesians living in Auckland city.
Album Success
The song is a single off the band's third album, "Elevated," which reached number 1 on the New Zealand Albums Chart.
Relevance Today
Over a decade after its release, "Nesian 101" continues to be popular due to its catchy beat and the band's successful fusion of different musical styles.
Community Impact
Nesian Mystik's music, particularly songs like "Nesian 101," is often used to introduce people to the Polynesian culture of New Zealand and for teaching purposes in New Zealand schools.
Record-breaking Achievement
Nesian Mystik, with their song "Nesian 101," became the first New Zealand band to have ten singles in the top 10 of the New Zealand Singles Chart.
Video Feature
The official music video for "Nesian 101" highlights the multicultural vibrancy of Auckland city and celebrates New Zealand's unique Pacific Island culture.
Career Reflection
The song title "Nesian 101" is a nod to the band's roots, as it released when Nesian Mystik was firmly established in the New Zealand music scene and reflects back on their cultural core. "Nesian" is a contraction for Polynesian, making the song essentially a course in Polynesian basics.

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