OHMA TOKITA Lyrics in English by GIMS
Caïman refers to a caiman, a reptile similar to an alligator. It's an interesting and somewhat unexpected word to find in a song.
In the lyrics, the phrase "larmes de caïman" (caiman tears) is used. This is a French idiom, similar to the English "crocodile tears," meaning insincere or fake tears. The singer questions if the person's tears are genuine or merely for show, adding a layer of intrigue to the narrative.
GIMS's "OHMA TOKITA" is a really fun look at a relationship with a bit of a power struggle and a lot of confidence! He kicks things off with a playful back-and-forth about commitment and expectations. He says, "J'l'ai pété par la main, j'lui ai dit, 'c'est entre toi et moi'" [I grabbed her hand, I told her, 'it's between you and me'], and then wonders if her tears are real or "des larmes de caïman?" [crocodile tears?]. She turns the tables, asking for a bigger diamond if he really cares!
Throughout the song, GIMS is super self-assured, declaring, "Sûr de moi comme Ohma Tokita" [Sure of myself like Ohma Tokita], referencing the strong martial arts character. He's always showing up, "en bas d'chez toi" [below your place], because he hears her heart beating. He also mentions the responsibilities that come with power and paints a picture of his life with "Fé'Fé' rouge sang, crêpe Nutella, Grands Boulevards" [blood-red Ferrari, Nutella crepe, Grands Boulevards]. He even talks about how much he loves it when she gets angry or defends him, saying, "Bébé quand tu t'énerves, si tu savais, t'es tellement belle" [Baby when you get mad, if you only knew, you're so beautiful]. It's a cool mix of swagger, romance, and a bit of playful drama!
