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)
Come Free My Mind
Anthony B Lyrics
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Im feeling im feeling blue blue thats true
Im feeling blue blue lonely without you im feeling Anthony B whats up
Marijuana come free my mind i need you fir the longest time
Marijuana come free my mind
I need you where the sun dont shine
From wiz muller to kinston
In "Come Free My Mind," Anthony B expresses his feelings of loneliness and sadness because he is missing someone special in his life. He feels blue and lonely without that person, and he acknowledges that his feelings of sadness are true. However, instead of resorting to unhealthy coping mechanisms or relying on another person to fill the void, he turns to marijuana to free his mind. He knows that marijuana will help him escape from his worries and provide him with much-needed relaxation. However, he needs it to be strong enough to take his mind off his sadness constantly.
The use of marijuana as a coping mechanism is a common theme in reggae music, and Anthony B is no exception. While some people may view this as a negative influence, he sees it as a positive way to avoid harmful thoughts and emotions, and that feeling is reflected in his music. Through the lyrics, Anthony B speaks to the many people who use marijuana as a way to cope with their emotions.
Interesting facts about "Come Free My Mind":
Interesting Facts
Note: This section uses generative AI, which can be inaccurate.
Line by Line Meaning
Im feeling im feeling blue blue lonely without you
I'm overwhelmed with sadness and loneliness in your absence
Im feeling im feeling blue blue thats true
The depth of my sorrow is genuine and real
Im feeling blue blue lonely without you im feeling Anthony B whats up
My emotional state is causing me to question my own identity and well-being
Marijuana come free my mind i need you fir the longest time
I am seeking relief from my emotional distress through the use of marijuana, which I have desired for a significant period of time
Marijuana come free my mind
Marijuana will provide the necessary release and relief I seek
I need you where the sun dont shine
I require your assistance in a place where other forms of treatment have been unsuccessful
From wiz muller to kinston
My desire for marijuana is not limited by geographic location, as I am willing to seek it out wherever it may be found
Writer(s): Fabrice Allegre, Keith Anthony Blair, Stanley Andrews
Contributed by Adrian C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
sieteseven
this is a classic..should have million views..thax for uploadin it...oneLove
Lena Elisa
does somebody have the lyrics ?
CollectionReggae
The first time listening i heard the following lyrics... sadly I don't speak this type of english very well, if you're interested... I know some people who can tell the exact lyrics. They aren't in the Web anywhere, so I have nothing to prove them right now. Sorry for the missing parts as well, some things are harder to understand :D But i think the main thing is coming out clearly :D
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I’m feeling, I’m feeling blue, blue… lonely without you
I’m feeling, I’m feeling blue, blue… that’s true
I’m feeling, I’m feeling blue, blue… lonely without you
I’m feeling, ah telling me what’s up
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you for the longest time
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you where the sun don’t shine
?????? I’m cooking strong
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Right now I’m feeling blue, stressed out and broken down
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you for the longest time
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you where the sun don’t shine
One peef from you let me feel high
oh so cherry I wanna fly
It don’t matter if I have to buy
As long as I get my supply
I’m ready to rule like bob marley
Get clubbing just like ???
Light up like we are up in a party
Rizla and Blunts are rounding like ???
Pass it over and pass it back
It don’t matter if you’re white or black
It don’t matter if you’re slim or fat
As long as u back my stash
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you for the longest time
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you where the sun don’t shine
The feeling I get is personal
To my life it is sensual
??????
Help me and my seedbag
???? I shout it out once more
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you for the longest time
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you where the sun don’t shine
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you for the longest time
Marihuana… Come free my mind
I need you where the sun don’t shine
From ??? to Kingston
??? Right now I’m feeling blue, stressed out and broken
(???)
Marihuaaaaana
Lena Elisa
Wow! Big up! thank you so much :)
CollectionReggae
u're welcome :)
blessed!