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)
Enter The Kingdom Of Zion
Anthony B Lyrics
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When will we share precious moments?
Will I have to wait forever?
Or will I have to suffer and cry the whole night through?
When will I see you again?
When will our hearts beat together?
Are we in love or just friends?
When will I see you again?
(When will I see you again?)
When will I see you again?
Are we in love or just friends?
Is this my beginning or is this the end?
When will I see you again?
(When will I see you again?)
When will I see you again?
(When will I see you again?)
When will I see you again?
(When will I see you again?)
When will I see you again?
In "Enter The Kingdom of Zion," Anthony B and Horace Andy ask a series of questions about a love interest they are missing. The first set of lyrics asks when the two will be able to spend time together after a long period of separation. They wonder if they will have to wait forever or if they will be forced to endure a night full of tears and suffering. The second set of lyrics poses more existential questions about the nature and status of their relationship, asking if they are truly in love or just friends. They also wonder if their current situation is the beginning or end of their time together. The repetition of the refrain, "When will I see you again?" emphasizes the emotional longing and uncertainty of the situation.
The lyrics explore the inherent vulnerability and uncertainty of relationships, especially in the face of distance and separation. The questions posed imply a desire for clarity and reassurance, but the uncertainty remains, echoing the universal human experience of longing for connection and intimacy. While the song is primarily focused on romantic love, the longing and uncertainty it expresses can also apply to any type of relationship, platonic or otherwise.
Interesting Facts
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Line by Line Meaning
When will I see you again?
I am longing to see you again, and I am curious when I will have the opportunity to share my life with you once more.
When will we share precious moments?
I am eager to spend intimate moments, creating memories worth cherishing for a lifetime with you.
Will I have to wait forever?
I am uncertain if I will have to wait endlessly to be reunited with you.
Or will I have to suffer and cry the whole night through?
I fear that my separation from you will cause much pain and heartache, leading to sleepless nights filled with tears.
Are we in love or just friends?
I am unsure if the connection between us is true love or simply a platonic friendship.
Is this my beginning or is this the end?
I am confused whether this moment marks the start of our romantic journey, or the conclusion of something valuable.
(When will I see you again?)
The thought of being reunited with you consumes my mind, causing me to repeatedly ask myself the same question.
(When will I see you again?)
I long to experience the joy of being in your presence again, and thus constantly ask when the next opportunity will arise.
(When will I see you again?)
The uncertainty of when I will be able to share my world with you again is overwhelming, causing me to keep questioning when it will happen.
(When will I see you again?)
I miss you deeply, and the thought of seeing you soon gives me hope and reassurance.
(When will I see you again?)
I cannot stop thinking about the next time we will meet, for it brings me great happiness and anticipation.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KENNETH GAMBLE, KENNY GAMBLE, LEON HUFF
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