Blair grew up in rural Clarks Town in the northwestern parish of Trelawny. His deeply religious family life (his mother was a Seventh-day Adventist and his grandmother a Revivalist) imbued him with a profound spirituality. During his youth, his favorite singers were reggae legends Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, and Bunny Wailer, musicians who strongly influenced his own style. Peter Tosh's influence can definitely be heard in Anthony B's vocal delivery and revolutionary stance.
Anthony B adopted Rastafarian beliefs as a teenager, a decision which was not well-received by his family. The stubborn and determined Anthony B refused to give up his new religion and his dreadlocks and moved to the home of his aunt and uncle in the Kingston suburb, Portmore.
While attending high school, Anthony B debuted as a deejay for the local sound system, Shaggy Hi-Power. In 1988, he befriended reggae artists such as Determine, Mega Banton, Ricky General and Terror Fabulous.
At this point in the reggae industry, singing "slack" songs about women was the popular thing to do. Anthony B did not believe in degrading women and chose to pen politically-slanted songs rather than so-called "gyal chunes." He hooked up with Little Devon the Half Pint sound-a-like singer he made his debut single "The Living is Hard" on the Wizard label in 1993. Anthony B tried many different producers but found that none of them fit his style of music. Finally, Anthony B teamed up with Richard "Bello" Bell, creating hits such as Fire Pon Rome, Raid Di Barn, Rumour, and Repentance Time. Anthony B's 1996 debut album Real Revolutionary was highly acclaimed in the reggae community. In late 1997, Anthony B released Universal Struggle which showed that Anthony B had a consistent, high-calibre talent. Anthony B has released a large number of albums since that time including 1999's Seven Seals and 2004's Untouchable which featured collaborations with artists including Wyclef Jean.
Anthony B tours extensively in Europe and North America and is known for his fiery, high-energy performances.
Anthony B is a member of the Bobo Ashanti branch of the Rastafarian movement. "Bobo Dreads", as they are known, are recognizable by their long robes and turbans. The strong Afrocentric pride and the other Rastafarian beliefs (or "overstandings" as Rastafarians prefer to call them) which Anthony B holds are reflected in his songs.
Discography
* Predator & Prey (1996, Alpha Enterprises)
* Real Revolutionary / So Many Things (1996, Greensleeves)
* Universal Struggle (1997, VP Records)
* Seven Seals (1999, VP Records)
* That's Life (2001, VP Records)
* More Love (2001, AO ! Records)
* Live On The Battlefield (2002, Jahmin' Records)
* Reggae Max (2002, Jet Star)
* Street Knowledge (2003, Nocturne)
* Judgment Time (2003, 2B1 Records)
* Smoke Free (2003, Bogalusa Records)
* Voice Of Jamaica vol. 2 (2003, Nocturne)
* Wise Man Chant (2004, Black Scorpio)
* Justice Fight (2004, Nocturne)
* Untouchable (2004, Togetherness Records)
* Power Of Creation (2004, Nocturne)
* Black Star (2005, Greensleeves)
* My Hope (2005, AL.TA.FA.AN. / Minor 7 Flat 5)
All Jah Children
Anthony B Lyrics
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Yu see whey mi a say
Anthony B a talk to the world
And me ask bridge
Black a black and white a white
Ain't it
Every nation a fuss who wrong from right
Ain't it
Ain't it
Uplift di youth dem inna di almighty sight
Remember say we are
All God's children
Yagga yow
Different focus, different purpose
But a one man make us
We are
All Jah's children
Yagga yow
Different nation, different education
But a one vibration
We are
All God's children
Yagga yow
Different focus, different purpose
But a one man make us
We are
All Jah's children
Yagga yow
Different nation, different education
But a one vibration
Time fi kill out ism
Racism, criticism
Time now fo love giving
Ah no whey yu live
It is how you are living
Ah no what yu give
It is wid di heart
What yu giving
Nation, di people dem need some uplifiting
See say ghetto youth dem want some upbringing
That's why reggae song I am singing
Yow
This is for us to build a better world is only hope
Dat's why dem issue dem guns, dem bombs and dope
Nuh waan di youths fi climb, dem waan yu slide down slope
Waan yu fi sink, no waan yu float
But mi nah go
Stop from chant
'Til mi get unity
Nuh stop from chant
'Til mi clean mi community
Nuh stop from chant
'Til di people dem, overstand the literature of di almighty
Alright, yow
The lyrics to Anthony B's song All God's Children address the need for unity among people of different races and nations. The artist recognizes that while we may have different focuses, purposes, educations, and upbringings, we are all the same at our core as children of God. He emphasizes the need to eradicate negative isms like racism and criticism, and instead focus on love and uplifting each other.
The song is a call to action for the youth, particularly those from the ghetto, who are often overlooked and marginalized. Through reggae music, Anthony B hopes to inspire young people to rise above their circumstances and contribute to building a better world. He refuses to give up until he sees unity and understanding among all people and across all communities.
Overall, the message in the song is one of hope, unity, and love. It encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness while recognizing their shared humanity and to work together towards a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
It's time for man to stop and look into ourselves
We need to take a moment to reflect and examine our own actions and beliefs.
Black a black and white a white Ain't it
There is objective truth that doesn't depend on one's race or perspective.
Every nation a fuss who wrong from right Ain't it
People of every country argue about who is right and who is wrong.
Dar a dark and light a light Ain't it
There is a contrast between dark and light, and the latter is preferable.
Uplift di youth dem inna di almighty sight
We need to lift up the youth in the eyes of God, or through religious or spiritual guidance.
Remember say we are All God's children
We all belong to the same divine creator, regardless of our differences.
Different focus, different purpose But a one man make us
Each of us has unique goals and motivations, but we all share a common ancestor or origin.
Different nation, different education But a one vibration
Despite coming from different countries or receiving different teachings, we are all spiritually connected.
Time fi kill out ism Racism, criticism
We need to eradicate harmful ideologies like racism and criticism.
Time now fo love giving Ah no whey yu live
It's time to start showing love to others, regardless of where you come from or live.
It is how you are living Ah no what yu give It is wid di heart What yu giving
It's not enough to simply give material possessions or money; we should give with a kind and generous heart.
Nation, di people dem need some uplifiting
Countries and their citizens need positive change and encouragement.
See say ghetto youth dem want some upbringing
Youth in impoverished areas need guidance and support.
This is for us to build a better world is only hope
This song is a call to action to work towards a better world.
Mi nah go Stop from chant 'Til mi get unity
Anthony B will continue to spread this message until he sees unity among people.
Nuh stop from chant 'Til mi clean mi community
He won't stop until he helps to clean up and improve his own community.
Nuh stop from chant 'Til di people dem, overstand the literature of di almighty
He won't stop until all people understand the religious texts or teachings of the higher power.
Lyrics © SUELION MUSIC
Written by: CARLTON COURTNEY OGILVIE, KEITH BLAIR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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