Following in the footsteps of Gregory Issacs, John Holt, K… Read Full Bio ↴AMBELIQUE
Following in the footsteps of Gregory Issacs, John Holt, Ken Booth, Beres Hammond Freddie McGregor, and Dennis Brown. Ambelique has now joined that selective group of Artists from Jamaica who sing and perform deep soulful reggae the way it should be done!
There’s an old saying ‘nothing happens before its time’. It could have been coined especially for Ambelique, who despite his wealth of current hits and rocketing popularity among grassroots enthusiasts, waited patiently for his breakthrough into the reggae big time. Then again, Ambelique is no ordinary singer. His tones of expressions and vocal technique are simple outstanding, and the soul in his voice so moving at times, the listener is reminded of early R&B greats such as Sam Cooke.
Jamaican by Birth, he was raised in the Waltham Park area of Kingston, the same neighbourhood that gave us Dennis Brown, Freddie McGregor, Sugar Minot and The Stewart Brothers [Tinga & Roman]. It was Ska and Rock steady Legend Derrick Harriot who took him to the Studio for the first time.
Ambelique left Jamaica for New York. It was in New York where he was introduced and worked along side Third World lead singer Bunny Rugs, with touring band Hugh Hendricks & The Buccaneers. Ambelique moved to Los Angels where he joined a group called first with a group called Third Eye, then with Methuselem. During this time he embarked on self-producing project, under the guidance of the renowned Engineer / Producer Carl Pitterson.
In 1994 he returned to Jamaica and was introduced to Sly & Robbie the Jamaican musical giants by Noel Brown, and on the recommendation of Colin ''Bulby'' York - for whom he later recorded hits Lonely Soldier, Stick To The Task and Soldier On The Front Line. It was Sly & Robbie who gave him his long awaited entry into the Reggae mainstream, with his version of Brian McKnight's One Last Cry and R. Kelly's For You, both rocketing to the top of the New York Reggae charts in 1996, and hit Caribbean single 'Cuando Cuando' inspiring an entire album of covers entitled Ambelique Sings The Classics which was released the following year and rocked the Reggae Charts. Recognizing the commercial potential, Island Jamaica soon issued he and Chevelle Franklin's cover of Richie Valen's La Bamba on CD single. Ambelique also contributed two songs to the Sly & Robbie & Friends Grammy winning album of 1999 - one of them Penny Lover and the other an unaccredited version of the Rolling Stones' Satisfaction featuring Keith Richards on guitar. The future looked bright from this most self-effacing of newcomers, but Island Jamaica folded, leaving Ambelique and Sly & Robbie to seek their fortunes elsewhere.
His R&B sound and feel worked beautifully on a handful of singles released after the Classic's Album e.g., ‘Worker Man’, ‘Me Oh My’ and ‘Is It Still Good To You’, Ambelique turned freelance soon after recording tracks for Gordon 'Flash' Lee, Fat Eyes and Clive Hunt in Jamaica- High Power, Phillip Smart [Shoulder To Cry On] Don One [Hands of Time] in the USA. The impact he created in America can be measured by the proliferation of tracks included on VP Records best selling Strictly the Best and Reggae Gold Series.
In 2000 Ambelique shot to the top of the Reggae Charts with the song Sheriff in Town Bluer Than Blue both winning a place on the Rhythm Selector Series on Jet Star.
Ambelique singles has repeatedly appeared on the Jet Star compilation Albums, his work in the UK has also found success in the USA, with the hit Love Doctor topping the New York Reggae charts once again, he has completed albums for Phillip Smart, Don One and Jet Star, a late release of a track from his 2nd album also topped the charts in New York 'Share My Love' featuring Chevelle Franklin re-enstating him as the most popular lovers artist in this millennium Followed by Albums "Love Got a Hold on me and Special Attention , Reggae Gold Classics each one holding a top spot in the Reggae Album Charts
Ambelique's album on the Devious Records Label is set to be released in 2005 to much acclaim, "Entitled Lets Take a Chance.
His next Album ‘The Vibes of Ambelique’ is set to be release 2007.
This Album is very special to Ambelique as it involves a selection of some of his very best work.
A super songwriter as a master stylist, his objective is to make timeless music that will last for generations to come and true form has achieved this on virtually everything he has touched since re- entering the business during the mid-nineties.
“People just want to get famous and make money, but I want to make songs that still sell ten to twenty years from now'.
You see music is the medium by which everybody can be taught, as artists we should say something meaningful.” Ambelique
Human Nature
Ambelique Lyrics
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Tall as a tree
Wide as a mind
Deep as a sea
You crawled on my land
Now I grow in your hand
Always like the first time
Unlike the others
So called lovers
Theirs is the push that comes to shove
But not in our evolution
It's natural
From great to grand
True love is never really planned
And wipes the memory of those who came
Before our evolution
It's natural
And with you see me walk on air
I know that I can do it
When you're holding tightly to my sleeve
The one with my heart upon it
Hard as a mountain range
Bright as a harvest moon
The set gets rearranged
But there's still time to join our show
Every dog must have its day
Everyone's a winner
And every time the lights go down on us
I'm the beginner
How lady luck has changed
"So long Salem"
The set gets rearranged
But there's still time to join the show
Free as the wind
Tall as a tree
Wide as a mind
Deep as a sea
An interlude
With haunting melodies of nursery rhymes
Singing the changes, singing the changes, singing...
I hear talk of classroom drama
Maybe it's a kind of psychodrama
Children, the mirrors of our yesterdays
On the land out of the sea
Blowing in the breeze
Mind over metaphor
Fall in love with innocence
Don't dally long with diligence
Stand up choose me
Don't refuse me
They pawned our world of peace
A flock of sheep to fleece
Our flood of love won't cease
No harm can come our way
And it's easy to see what sets us apart
From the creatures still on the ocean bed
Our evolution it's natural
It goes from great to grand
Falls into place like something that we planned
When you curl your arms around my frame
Or curl your lips around my name
And do just what comes natural
The first thing on your mind
Do just what comes natural
I prefer your kind of human nature
The song "Human Nature" by Ambelique is filled with messages about the naturalness of love, the evolution of love and relationships, and the importance of embracing one's true nature. The opening verse speaks of the vastness and freedom of the human spirit, starting with the image of being "free as the wind" and "tall as a tree." The singer also touches on the limitless capacity of the human mind and the depths of the human soul, comparing it to the vastness of the sea.
The song continues with a discussion of evolution and its role in relationships, contrasting the true naturalness of love with what the singer calls "so-called lovers." The chorus repeats the message that true love is never planned and that it wipes away the memory of those who came before.
In the final verse, the singer references the idea of psychodrama, suggesting that children are mirrors of yesterday and that we must fall in love with innocence. The song ends with a message of love and unity, saying that our flood of love won't cease and that no harm can come our way.
Overall, the song celebrates the naturalness of love and the idea that evolution brings us from great to grand, allowing us to grow and flourish as human beings. It encourages listeners to embrace their true nature and to fall in love with innocence.
Line by Line Meaning
Free as the wind
I am unencumbered and unconstrained, able to go wherever I please.
Tall as a tree
I am strong and rooted, standing tall and unwavering.
Wide as a mind
My imagination is boundless, and my perspective is expansive.
Deep as a sea
I have emotions and thoughts that run as deep and complex as the vast sea.
You crawled on my land
You entered into my personal space, perhaps uninvited or unwelcome.
Now I grow in your hand
You have taken responsibility for my care and well-being, and I trust you to help me grow.
Always like the first time
Our love is always fresh and new, never becoming old or familiar.
Unlike the others
Our love is unique and special, not like anything else we have experienced with other people.
They're so-so
Other relationships we have had in the past were mediocre or unfulfilling.
So called lovers
We have had relationships that were labeled as love, but did not truly embody the depth and commitment of true love.
Theirs is the push that comes to shove
Other relationships we have had were contentious, leading to conflict and disagreement.
But not in our evolution
Our relationship has grown naturally and without force or conflict.
It's natural
Our relationship is characterized by a natural flow and ease, without any pretense or hidden motives.
From great to grand
Our love has grown from something good to something great, and continues to become deeper and more meaningful over time.
True love is never really planned
The depth and intensity of true love cannot be predicted or planned for in advance, but rather unfolds naturally and organically.
And wipes the memory of those who came
Our love is so profound and all-encompassing that it renders other relationships and experiences from our pasts obsolete and forgotten.
Before our evolution
Prior to our relationship, we had not experienced such growth and transformation in ourselves or in our relationships with others.
And with you see me walk on air
Your presence in my life makes me feel light and carefree, almost as if I am floating above the ground.
I know that I can do it
Your belief in me gives me the confidence and strength I need to accomplish my goals and pursue my dreams.
When you're holding tightly to my sleeve
Your physical touch and affection provide comfort and reassurance in times of uncertainty or distress.
The one with my heart upon it
The sleeve you are holding symbolizes my heart, which I have entrusted to you and you alone.
Hard as a mountain range
I am tough and resilient, capable of withstanding even the most difficult challenges or hardships.
Bright as a harvest moon
I shine with radiant energy and vitality, illuminating the world around me despite any darkness or obstacles I encounter.
The set gets rearranged
The world around us changes and shifts, sometimes in unpredictable ways, but we are strong and adaptable enough to face whatever comes our way.
But there's still time to join our show
Anyone who wishes to be a part of our lives and our love story is welcome and invited to join us.
Every dog must have its day
Everyone deserves to experience joy and success, even if they have faced previous setbacks or failures.
Everyone's a winner
Our love is not about competition or comparison, as everyone who loves and is loved is a winner in their own right.
And every time the lights go down on us
Even in moments of darkness or uncertainty, we have each other to rely on and find comfort in.
I'm the beginner
I am grateful for your presence in my life and am constantly learning and growing alongside you.
How lady luck has changed
We are fortunate to have found each other and to have such a fulfilling and rewarding relationship.
"So long Salem"
We are leaving our past behind and moving forward into a brighter future together.
An interlude
We are taking a moment to reflect on our love and the journey that has brought us to where we are today.
With haunting melodies of nursery rhymes
Even in moments of sadness or melancholy, we are able to find beauty and meaning in the world around us.
Singing the changes, singing the changes, singing...
We embrace the changes and growth that our relationship brings, singing out in celebration and gratitude.
I hear talk of classroom drama
We are aware of the petty or superficial drama in the world around us, but choose to rise above it and focus on what truly matters: our love for each other.
Maybe it's a kind of psychodrama
We recognize that other people's drama or negativity is often a reflection of their own inner turmoil or conflict.
Children, the mirrors of our yesterdays
The children around us reflect the innocence and purity of our own pasts, reminding us of the importance of nurturing and protecting that sense of pure joy and wonder.
On the land out of the sea
We recognize the importance of the natural world and our connection to it, finding peace and solace in the beauty and wonder of the environment around us.
Blowing in the breeze
We are open and receptive to the world around us, allowing ourselves to be moved and swayed by its beauty and power.
Mind over metaphor
Our relationship is defined by its depth and complexity, with our thoughts and emotions extending beyond the conventional symbols or representations of language.
Fall in love with innocence
We cherish the purity and integrity of our relationship, embracing the innocence and vulnerability that makes us feel truly alive and connected.
Don't dally long with diligence
We recognize the importance of work and effort in our lives, but refuse to let it come at the expense of our love or connection with each other.
Stand up choose me
We stand tall and proud in our love for each other, choosing each other every day and refusing to let anyone or anything come between us.
Don't refuse me
We are committed to each other and to our love, refusing to let fear or doubt creep in and jeopardize what we have built together.
They pawned our world of peace
Other people or forces have attempted to disrupt or dismantle our relationship, but we are resilient and will not let their negativity or hatred win.
A flock of sheep to fleece
Others have tried to take advantage of us or manipulate us for their own gain, but we remain strong and true to ourselves and each other.
Our flood of love won't cease
Our love is like a flood, never-ending and all-consuming, filling our lives with joy and positive energy.
No harm can come our way
We are invincible in our love for each other, able to withstand any obstacle or challenge that comes our way.
And it's easy to see what sets us apart
Our love is unique and special, characterized by a depth and purity that is not found elsewhere.
From the creatures still on the ocean bed
Other beings or relationships are still clinging to the safety and familiarity of the ocean floor, unwilling or unable to leave behind their old patterns and ways of being.
Our evolution it's natural
Our love is characterized by a natural flow and progression, evolving and changing over time in a way that feels authentic and organic.
It goes from great to grand
Our love has grown from something good to something expansive and profound, a true testament to the power and depth of our connection.
Falls into place like something that we planned
Our love feels so perfect and flawless that it is almost as if it was always meant to be, as if we had planned it out from the very beginning.
When you curl your arms around my frame
Your touch is comforting and reassuring, wrapping me up in a sense of safety and security.
Or curl your lips around my name
Your affection and love for me is evident in the way you say my name, soft and loving and filled with warmth.
And do just what comes natural
Our love is characterized by a natural flow and ease, without any pretense or hidden motives.
The first thing on your mind
Our love is a top priority and always the first thing on our minds, even in the midst of other challenges or distractions.
Do just what comes natural
Our love is guided solely by our instincts and our hearts, without any external pressure or influence.
I prefer your kind of human nature
Our love is unique and special, and I would not want it any other way. Your love and connection fills me with gratitude and joy every day.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Steve Porcaro, John Bettis
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