Black woman
Alborosie Lyrics


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Black woman I love you so, every day
More and more and more
Me tell you again seh (more and more)
Black woman I love you so, every day (I love you so)
More and more and more
Yeah, yeah, yeah

Me know you suffer, but weh you cry for?
Dah life yah a so unjust, you cyaan' trust
Weh you live now a some rough dutty corner
Babylon dem never di deh
So justly gon' a di judge and di lawyer
But me see it in your eyes, Makeba, your love
A di sweetest fever fi I and I
Di love wah you have act fearless 'pon di battlefield
Cah your shelter and your shield
Is di love you feelin' for me

I love you so, every day (I love you so)
More and more and more (more and more)
Me tell you, that, hey
I love you so, every day (I love you so)
More and more and more, ayy

You remind me of Jerusalem, my empress
And di land of Israel
Weh di King of Kings was crucified
And through love truly sanctified, woii

Black woman I love you so, every day
More and more and more
Me tell you again seh
Black woman I love you so
Rasta love you so

Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa
Whoa, whoa, whoa
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa
Whoa, whoa, whoa

You n'affi run away from your feelin'
Cah you 'fraid fi loose yourself
I show you all my cards and me never plan no trick
So just leggo di belt

Rasta love you so (I love you so)
Yeah, ay, yeah, yeah (more and more)
Black woman, I love you so every day (I love you so)
Hey, yeah, yeah, yo (more and more)

Whoa, whoa, ayy
Rastafari, Selassie I the first, you see it

You remind me of Jerusalem, my empress
And di land of Israel
Weh di King of Kings was crucified
And through love truly sanctified, woii

I love you so, every day (I love you so)
More and more and more (more and more)
Me tell you again seh




Rasta love you so (I love you so)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah (more and more)

Overall Meaning

In "Black Woman" by Alborosie, the song pays tribute to the strength, beauty, and love of black women. The lyrics express a deep admiration and appreciation for black women, emphasizing the love and respect the artist feels for them. The song acknowledges the hardships and injustices black women face in society but also highlights their resilience and courage.


The lyrics suggest that black women face difficulties in their lives and often suffer unfairly. The reference to "Babylon" implies societal oppression and injustice. Despite these challenges, black women are portrayed as strong and fearless, acting as shelters and shields for their loved ones. Their love is described as a powerful force that can be compared to a fever, emphasizing its intensity and warmth.


Further, the song makes a connection between black women and Jerusalem, the land of Israel, and the crucifixion of the King of Kings (a biblical reference to Jesus). This comparison suggests that black women, like Jerusalem, have been through trials and have been sanctified through love. This link between black women and a sacred place adds to their significance and elevates their importance in the artist's eyes.


Overall, "Black Woman" celebrates the love, strength, and resilience of black women, giving them the recognition and appreciation they deserve in a society that often marginalizes them.


Line by Line Meaning

Black woman I love you so, every day
I have an unwavering love for black women, which grows stronger with each passing day.


More and more and more
My love for you intensifies continuously.


Me tell you again seh (more and more)
Let me reiterate that my love for you grows with each moment.


Black woman I love you so, every day (I love you so)
I feel a deep and profound love for black women, which remains constant every single day.


Yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing agreement and affirmation of my feelings.


Me know you suffer, but weh you cry for?
I am aware of your hardships, but what exactly causes your tears?


Dah life yah a so unjust, you cyaan' trust
This life is incredibly unfair, and it's difficult for you to place trust in it.


Weh you live now a some rough dutty corner
The place you reside in is a harsh and neglected neighborhood.


Babylon dem never di deh
The oppressive system of Babylon does not understand your struggles.


So justly gon' a di judge and di lawyer
Instead, you find fairness in the judgment and support of the justice system.


But me see it in your eyes, Makeba, your love
I can discern the depth of love within you, Makeba.


A di sweetest fever fi I and I
It is the most captivating passion for me and everyone.


Di love wah you have act fearless 'pon di battlefield
The love you possess allows you to fearlessly navigate the challenges and conflicts of life.


Cah your shelter and your shield
Because you provide me with protection and support.


Is di love you feelin' for me
It is the love you genuinely feel towards me.


You remind me of Jerusalem, my empress
You evoke a sense of Jerusalem, my queen.


And di land of Israel
Similar to the sacred land of Israel.


Weh di King of Kings was crucified
Where the divine King of Kings sacrificed himself on the cross.


And through love truly sanctified, woii
And through love, the ultimate sanctification is achieved, woii (expression of enthusiasm).


You n'affi run away from your feelin'
You don't need to shy away from your emotions.


Cah you 'fraid fi loose yourself
Because you are afraid of losing your identity.


I show you all my cards and me never plan no trick
I am transparent with you, revealing everything without any deceitful intentions.


So just leggo di belt
Therefore, let go of any worries or fears.


Rasta love you so (I love you so)
As a Rastafarian, I have immense love for you.


Yeah, ay, yeah, yeah (more and more)
Expressing agreement and affirmation while emphasizing the continuous growth of love.


Black woman, I love you so every day (I love you so)
Every single day, I hold a deep love for black women in my heart.


Hey, yeah, yeah, yo (more and more)
An enthusiastic expression reaffirming the increasing magnitude of love.


Rastafari, Selassie I the first, you see it
Acknowledging the influence and guidance of Rastafari, specifically Emperor Haile Selassie I.




Lyrics © Royalty Network
Written by: Alberto D'Ascola

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Betelehem

ehi eh imperatrice
hey eh empress

quello che hai fatto, quindi, di per sé nella vita che vedi
what you have done deh so a di par fi di life you seet

L'imperatore sono solo a far entrare la chiave
I emperor I'm alone have the key fi enter

quindi sii fedele e alzati orgoglioso
so be faithful and stand up proud

nel nome del più alto Jah Rastafari
in the name of the most high jah rastafari
donna di colore ti amo così tanto
black woman I love you so

ogni giorno sempre di più e di più
everyday more and more and more

te lo dico di nuovo, seh
mi tell you again seh

donna di colore ti amo così tanto
black woman I love you so

ogni giorno sempre di più e di più
everyday more and more and more

si si ehi
yeah yeah hey
So che sei suffa
mi know you suffa

racconta perché sei un grido fah
bouts why you a cry fah

dalla vita che hai scelto così ingiustamente
da life you a so unjust mi cyaan chose

weh vivi ora un po 'di ruff
weh you live now some ruff

doveroso angolo babilonese dem non è mai il migliore, quindi solo di giudicare e mentire
dutty corner babylon dem never di best so just di gonna di judge and di lie

quello che vedo nei tuoi occhi motiva il tuo amore
what mi see it in your eyes motivin your love

una febbre più dolce che io e io
a di sweetest fever fi I and I

di amore wah hai impavido pon di campo di battaglia
di love wah you have fearless pon di battlefield

cah il tuo rifugio e il tuo scudo
cah your shelter and your shield

è un amore che provi per me
is di love you feelin for me
Ti amo tanto
I love you so

ogni giorno sempre di più e di più
everyday more and more and more

te lo dico io
mi tell you dat hey

Ti amo tanto
I love you so

ogni giorno sempre di più e di più
everyday more and more and more

eh eh ehi
eh eh hey
mi ricordi Gerusalemme la mia imperatrice
you remind me of jerusalem my empress

e di terra di Israele
and di land of Israel

il re di re dei re fu crocifisso
weh di king of kings was crucified

e attraverso l'amore veramente santificati
and through love truly sanctified

ooooyyy
ooooyyy
donna di colore ti amo così tanto
black woman I love you so

ogni giorno sempre di più e di più
everyday more and more and more

te lo dico di nuovo, seh
mi tell you again seh

donna di colore ti amo così tanto
black woman I love you so

rasta ti amo così tanto
rasta love you so
ooo ooooh ooooh ooooh ooooh oooooooh
ooo ooooh ooooh ooooh ooooh oooooooh
tu scappi via dal tuo sentire
you nah fi run away from your feelin

perché ti sei sciolto fragile
cah you fraid fi loose yourself

Ti mostro tutto mio?
I show you all my?

un mi non pianifica mai trucchi
a mi never plan no tricks

quindi basta collegare di cintura
so just link up di belt
rasta ti amo così tanto ehi
rasta love you so yeee hey
donna di colore ti amo così tanto
black woman I love you so

ogni giorno
everyday



All comments from YouTube:

Robinho Rjd

Esse cd marco uma época em minha vida... Adoro escutar ele... Recordar é viver!

Rafael Moreno

NA MINHA TBM MANO ASSIM QUI COMEÇEI FUMAR MACONHA LANÇARAM ELE

GAMER GOD!!

I dedicate this song to my beautiful mother, my queen of sheeba🇪🇹

Covman Chris

Your a queen your self for saying soo❤❤❤ i dedicate this to me for loving her and you all ❤❤😂😊

lily li

som perfeito simplesmente 😍

Jorge meriño lagos

Si buen tema dedicado a la mujer

Hugo Leonardo

Muitoo

Hugo De Cartin

Excellent album!!!!

Bruna Neris

Pedradaaa 😮

Ramiro leyva

simplemente hermoso❤

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