Alpha Blondy sings mainly in his native language of Dioula, in French and English, and sometimes in Arabic or Hebrew. His lyrics convey strong political attitudes and a sense of humor. He coined the French word "democrature" (an English equivalent might be "democratatorship") to identify some African governments.
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Peace in Liberia
Alpha Blondy Lyrics
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Peace in Monrovia
We want peace in Liberia
Peace in Monrovia
Cause Babylone shall not rise again
Babylone shall not rise again
Babylone shall not stand again
Babylone shall not stand again
the Liberian civil war
and everywhere over JAH land
muddy rivers of blood oh Lord!!
No matter who wins, Liberia is crying
no matter who looses, Liberia still crying
no matter who's right, they've got to stop the fight
no matter matter who's wrong, the devil still stronger...
So we want peace in Liberia
Peace in Monrovia
We want peace in Liberia
peace in Monrovia
Cause Babylone shall not rise again
Babylone shall not rise again
Babylone shall not stand again
Babylone shall not stand again
We calling on Jesus Christ to save I and I
We calling Jesus Christ to save I and I
We calling on Allah to save I and I
Calling Adona� to save I and I
cry, cry Liberia... "
The song "Peace in Liberia" by Alpha Blondy is a call to end the ongoing Liberian civil war and to bring peace to Liberia, particularly in the capital city of Monrovia. The lyrics of the song emphasize the devastating impact of the war on the people of Liberia as well as the urgent need to end the conflict. The reference to "Babylone" in the lyrics is likely a metaphor for the oppressive systems and powers that have contributed to the war and its toll on the people.
The repeated refrain of "We want peace in Liberia, peace in Monrovia" highlights the central message of the song. Rather than taking sides in the conflict or blaming specific individuals or groups, the song emphasizes the need for all parties involved to work towards peace. The reference to different religious figures like Jesus Christ, Allah, and Adona� also emphasizes the universality of the desire for peace and the need for collective effort in achieving it.
Overall, "Peace in Liberia" is a poignant and powerful call to end the violence and suffering in Liberia and to work towards a peaceful and prosperous future for the nation and its people.
Line by Line Meaning
We want peace in Liberia
The people of Liberia are expressing their desire for peace in their country.
Peace in Monrovia
The people specifically want peace in the capital city of Monrovia.
Cause Babylone shall not rise again
The people are emphasizing that they do not want another period of conflict in their country like the previous Liberian civil war.
Babylone shall not stand again
The people are proclaiming that they will not allow violent conflict to take hold in their country again.
Cause everyday they talking about the Liberian civil war
The people are pointing out that the previous conflict has left a lasting impact on their society and is still a frequent topic of conversation today.
and everywhere over JAH land muddy rivers of blood oh Lord!!
The people are expressing the widespread suffering and violence that has occurred in many parts of the world.
No matter who wins, Liberia is crying
The people are acknowledging that no matter the outcome of any conflict, it will have a negative impact on their country and people.
no matter who looses, Liberia still crying
The people recognize that even the losing side in any conflict will suffer greatly and the country will still be in a state of pain.
no matter who's right, they've got to stop the fight
The people are urging an end to violence regardless of who is in the right or wrong.
no matter matter who's wrong, the devil still stronger...
The people are highlighting the destructive power of conflict and how it can weaken societies and strengthen evil forces.
We calling on Jesus Christ to save I and I
The people are appealing to their faith for salvation and relief from their struggles.
We calling Jesus Christ to save I and I
The people are praying to Jesus Christ specifically for help.
We calling on Allah to save I and I
The people are also asking for salvation from Allah, again appealing to their faith for help.
Calling Adona� to save I and I
The people are referencing the Hebrew word for God and asking for divine intervention to bring peace to their country.
cry, cry Liberia...
The people are continuing to express their sadness and desperation for peace in their country.
Contributed by Nora J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Недосягаемая высота
Пчелы на подсолнухах
Сердце не забьется больше никогда
Не воскреснет больше никогда
И не важно кто что говорит
Высоты не достичь
Старания принесут плоды
Призрак присутствия высоты
Все предложенные методы не работают
Сердце все слабей
Сердце не застучит
Больше никогда
Не застучит больше
Никогда
Не продолжит снова никогда
Мы молим исуса Христа спасти наше я
Молим Аллаха спасти наше я
Стоим на коленях и просим спасти наше я
Сберечь наше я
@sonofgarvey9466
I grew up listening to this man and am from Ghana 🇬🇭Alpha is a living LEGEND 💎
@oumarsidibe3614
Thanks bro❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@fanuelsamuel6915
2024 who is listening from Tanzania.....❤❤❤ to this legend
@jcmac3157
Always remember this legend. Thank you. 🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤
@antoinettecollins8978
One love from 🇱🇷💪💯
Proud Liberian Girl❤
@varfeemorris7735
😢😢😢 this is time that we need this song..😢😢 I'm here 2023 😢
@MeGotNoFeelings
Respect from Greece!! Goverments makes people fight and eat each other but if we stick together we can be their fear without war there is 1000 legal ways to make them feel the dread
@deborahliberia4419
So treu!! respect from spain
@franciscozubillaga8154
Governments tell you the enemy to war with. A revolution is for when you figure out the enemy yourself.
@billnkonah1022
Throughout our election period in Liberia, this song used to wake me up and Carry me to bed 💪💪💪