In 1999, Gentleman released his first album Trodin on and in 2002, his 2nd longplayer Journey to Jah. His album Confidence climbed to number 1 on the German album charts in 2004.
2007: Another Intensity
His career began with the collaboration of the band Freundekreis which produced the song “Tabula Rasa.” After beginning his career as dancehall deejay , his music oriented to the classic form of the reggae, as it was between 1970 and 1985, with artists as Bob Marley, Max Romeo, Jacob Miller, Junior Murvin, Devon Irons, Burning Spear and Black Uhuru. He sings mainly in Jamaica Patois English. With songs like “Send A Prayer” Gentleman expresses his deep belief in God from an universal religious persepctive. His album Confidence climbed to number 1 on the German album charts in 2004.
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Gentleman is also an Indie(ish) band from Maryland. Members of The Summer We Went West, Dawn Treader, Monument, etc.
Superior
Gentleman Lyrics
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If you know not God, you know not love, no no
If you know not Jah, 'coz God is love
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
Somebody tell me
'Coz I really got to know, oh, oh
I read a lot of history
But things nuh really show, no, no
Why dem drop the bombs ina Arabia?
Why the children bawl and suffer ina Africa?
Leaders of the world just fighting for superpower
But judgment ago fall upon dem head, like rain shower
Mi go so then
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
So you betta love the likkle youths
Nuh terrorize dem oh, no, no, no
Teach the youths the truth
Nuh criticize dem oh, no, no, no
Open up your eyes and realize then
You Hafi, keep youh Hafi, care you Hafi guide dem
Don't you know war and crime will divide dem?
Now you betta show the youth your fears
And don't you hide dem
And then equality and justice will unite dem
Lift up your voice and you got to sing the anthem
We go so then
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
Long time we fed up a your promises and lies
Your illusion and religion just covering our eyes, yo
Frustration a starvation multiply
Depression until the well a run dry
Can't you show the love man and not the animosity?
Can't you live a life how it is said in Deuteronomy?
Me coulda be your friend, why you want to be my enemy?
You can't tek dem speed Jah over yah
So, so come follow we come follow we
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
Somebody tell me
'Coz I really got to know, oh, oh
I read a lot of history
But tings nuh really show, no, no
Why dem drop the bombs ina Arabia?
Why the children bawl and suffer ina Africa?
Leaders of the world just fighting for superpower
But judgment ago fall upon dem head
Like rain shower, ooh
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
In Gentleman's song "Superior," he begins by bringing up the lyrics of Garnet Silk, a reggae musician who was known for his spiritual and conscious lyrics. The lines "If you know not God, you know not love, no no/If you know not Jah, 'coz God is love" set the tone for the rest of the song, emphasizing the importance of a spiritual connection to Jah (God) in understanding genuine love. Gentleman makes it clear that he knows Jah and that love is superior to the materialism and devilish ways that dominate society. He questions the actions of world leaders, wondering why bombs are dropped in Arabia and why children suffer in Africa while they fight for power. Gentleman urges listeners to love and educate the youth, rather than terrorize or criticize them. He preaches the need for unity, justice, and equality, and he ends with a call for all to follow in the path of Jah's love, rather than bowing to silver and gold.
Overall, the song is a commentary on the state of the world, with Gentleman pointing out the flaws and injustices created by greed, materialism, and a lack of spiritual connection. He draws on the teachings of Rastafarianism and other spiritual movements, emphasizing the power of love and the need for people to come together to fight for a better world. The song is a powerful call to action, urging listeners to look beyond the superficial and to strive for true connection and love.
Line by Line Meaning
You, remember wha Garnet a sing?
Do you remember what Garnet sang?
If you know not God, you know not love, no no
Without knowing God, you cannot truly know love.
If you know not Jah, 'coz God is love
If you do not know Jah, you cannot truly know God's love.
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
I know Jah, and love is the greatest thing.
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Your sinful ways are inferior to the love of Jah.
Worshiping material
Valuing material possessions above all else.
Bowing to your silver and gold
Submitting to the power and influence of wealth.
Somebody tell me
Can someone give me an answer?
'Coz I really got to know, oh, oh
Because I truly need to understand.
I read a lot of history
I have studied history extensively.
But things nuh really show, no, no
But the answers are not readily apparent.
Why dem drop the bombs ina Arabia?
Why are bombs being dropped on Arabia?
Why the children bawl and suffer ina Africa?
Why are the children crying and suffering in Africa?
Leaders of the world just fighting for superpower
World leaders are fighting for dominance.
But judgment ago fall upon dem head, like rain shower
But they will face judgment, like a rain shower falling upon them.
So you betta love the likkle youths
You should love and care for the younger generation.
Nuh terrorize dem oh, no, no, no
Do not terrorize them.
Teach the youths the truth
Teach the younger generation the truth.
Nuh criticize dem oh, no, no, no
Do not criticize them.
Open up your eyes and realize then
Be aware of what is happening around you.
You Hafi, keep youh Hafi, care you Hafi guide dem
You must care for and guide the young generation.
Don't you know war and crime will divide dem?
Don't you realize that war and crime will cause division?
Now you betta show the youth your fears
You should share your fears with the younger generation.
And don't you hide dem
Do not keep them hidden.
And then equality and justice will unite dem
This will lead to greater equality and justice.
Lift up your voice and you got to sing the anthem
You must speak up and stand for your beliefs.
Long time we fed up a your promises and lies
We are tired of your empty promises and lies.
Your illusion and religion just covering our eyes, yo
Your false beliefs and religion are keeping us blind.
Frustration a starvation multiply
Frustration and hunger are increasing.
Depression until the well a run dry
We are becoming depressed until there is nothing left.
Can't you show the love man and not the animosity?
Can't you show love instead of hate?
Can't you live a life how it is said in Deuteronomy?
Can't you live according to the teachings in Deuteronomy?
Me coulda be your friend, why you want to be my enemy?
I could have been your friend, so why do you want to be my enemy?
You can't tek dem speed Jah over yah
You cannot take Jah's power lightly.
So, so come follow we come follow we
Come follow us and our beliefs.
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MELBOURNE MILLER, DONALD DENNIS, TILMANN OTTO, INGO RHEINBAY, MITCHUM KHAN CHIN, George Miller, PAUL CROSSDALE
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Carlos Smith
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
[Bridge]
Somebody tell me
'Coz I really got to know, oh, oh
I read a lot of history
But things nuh really show, no, no
Why dem drop the bombs ina Arabia?
Why the children bawl and suffer ina Africa?
Leaders of the world just fighting for superpower
But judgment ago fall upon dem head, like rain shower
Mi go so then
[Hook]
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
[Verse 2]
So you betta love the likkle youths
Nuh terrorize dem oh, no, no, no
Teach the youths the truth
Nuh criticize dem oh, no, no, no
Open up your eyes and realize then
You Hafi, keep youh Hafi, care you Hafi guide dem
Don't you know war and crime will divide dem?
Now you betta show the youth your fears
And don't you hide dem
And then equality and justice will unite dem
Lift up your voice and you got to sing the anthem
We go so then
[Hook]
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
[Verse 3]
Long time we fed up a your promises and lies
Your illusion and religion just covering our eyes, yo
Frustration a starvation multiply
Depression until the well a run dry
Can't you show the love man and not the animosity?
Can't you live a life how it is said in Deuteronomy?
Me coulda be your friend, why you want to be my enemy?
You can't tek dem speed Jah over yah
So, so come follow we come follow we
[Hook]
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
[Bridge]
Somebody tell me
'Coz I really got to know, oh, oh
I read a lot of history
But tings nuh really show, no, no
Why dem drop the bombs ina Arabia?
Why the children bawl and suffer ina Africa?
Leaders of the world just fighting for superpower
But judgment ago fall upon dem head like rain shower, ooh
[Hook]
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
MrCrimeTime
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
Somebody tell me
'Coz I really got to know, oh, oh
I read a lot of history
But things nuh really show, no, no
Why dem drop the bombs ina Arabia?
Why the children bawl and suffer ina Africa?
Leaders of the world just fighting for superpower
But judgment ago fall upon dem head, like rain shower
Mi go so then
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
So you betta love the likkle youths
Nuh terrorize dem oh, no, no, no
Teach the youths the truth
Nuh criticize dem oh, no, no, no
Open up your eyes and realize then
You Hafi, keep youh Hafi, care you Hafi guide dem
Don't you know war and crime will divide dem?
Now you betta show the youth your fears
And don't you hide dem
And then equality and justice will unite dem
Lift up your voice and you got to sing the anthem
We go so then
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
Long time we fed up a your promises and lies
Your illusion and religion just covering our eyes, yo
Frustration a starvation multiply
Depression until the well a run dry
Can't you show the love man and not the animosity?
Can't you live a life how it is said in Deuteronomy?
Me coulda be your friend, why you want to be my enemy?
You can't tek dem speed Jah over yah
So, so come follow we come follow we
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
Somebody tell me
'Coz I really got to know, oh, oh
I read a lot of history
But tings nuh really show, no, no
Von Kellef
Haven't listened to this song in a while. This guy has a great voice.
gadget00
Absolute reggae classic; one of the best of his generation, hands down
Carlos Smith
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
[Bridge]
Somebody tell me
'Coz I really got to know, oh, oh
I read a lot of history
But things nuh really show, no, no
Why dem drop the bombs ina Arabia?
Why the children bawl and suffer ina Africa?
Leaders of the world just fighting for superpower
But judgment ago fall upon dem head, like rain shower
Mi go so then
[Hook]
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
[Verse 2]
So you betta love the likkle youths
Nuh terrorize dem oh, no, no, no
Teach the youths the truth
Nuh criticize dem oh, no, no, no
Open up your eyes and realize then
You Hafi, keep youh Hafi, care you Hafi guide dem
Don't you know war and crime will divide dem?
Now you betta show the youth your fears
And don't you hide dem
And then equality and justice will unite dem
Lift up your voice and you got to sing the anthem
We go so then
[Hook]
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
[Verse 3]
Long time we fed up a your promises and lies
Your illusion and religion just covering our eyes, yo
Frustration a starvation multiply
Depression until the well a run dry
Can't you show the love man and not the animosity?
Can't you live a life how it is said in Deuteronomy?
Me coulda be your friend, why you want to be my enemy?
You can't tek dem speed Jah over yah
So, so come follow we come follow we
[Hook]
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Bowing to your silver and gold
[Bridge]
Somebody tell me
'Coz I really got to know, oh, oh
I read a lot of history
But tings nuh really show, no, no
Why dem drop the bombs ina Arabia?
Why the children bawl and suffer ina Africa?
Leaders of the world just fighting for superpower
But judgment ago fall upon dem head like rain shower, ooh
[Hook]
I know Jah, lovin' is superior
Your devil complex inferior, oh yes
Worshiping material
Jennifer Leann
Timeless song🔥
Marilyn Downing
Gentleman is the best one ever
Rogerio RogerioAssanhado
Gosto demais dessa música.
Henrique Góis
this for sure one of the best sounds and lyrics that i ever listened great man
Jack
This piece kept me going when I was at my lowest. Legendary
jataa prana-vayu
one of the best male roots reggae voices of his generation !!!! Jah Loves Us All...
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@krayzie bonez Enter rastafarai on google there you should find something if you are interested i am christian but you can learn a lot from the rastafarai