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Anthony B Lyrics


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Intro:
Well a bless we a bless dem and teach dem
And purge dem out and cleanse dem
Mek dem know say Emperor Selassie I
Is the almighty ah yo yagi yagi yagi di yagi yagi di yo
Yagi di yagi di yo a a a, yagi di yagi di yo, yagi di yagi di yo

Chorus:
Tell them free that's the way ghetto youths want to be
So we can spree yo pick the beam out a you eye
Before you grudge nobody
Take the words from Anthony and Startrail family
We say free, that's the way the blackman want to be
Fi haile the trinity yo pick the beam out a you eye
Before you judge nobody
Take the words from Anthony and Startrail

Verse 1:
Meditation ulimited yes that a me
Foundation solid yes that a me
A think positive yest that a me
Me nah think negative yes that a me
Pure blessing me give yes that a me
Babylon we a sieve yes that a me
Nah bow out pon dem pig yes that a me
Me grow me locks it better than them wig
so me shout out

Chorus

Verse 2:
Caan use ghetto man like dem a mucule
Caan come tear dem like terline and wool
Cup dem empty rasta come fi full
Justice dem lock up a it me pull
Fi do that you a fi brave, bad like bull
Chant lightning that mean say bobo powerful
Don't try stop you brother when you se
e him a do him good
Leave all judging to Jah Jah that you should

Chorus

Verse 3:
See rasta and a criticize dem pants but look pon you shirt
Say dem pants hole, hole but you shirt it have dirt
Me show you the dirt you say a you feelings mi hurt
So leave the judging to Selassie I the first yo
You stop criticize the bobo when you see dem a sell dem broom
A it a sweep the filthiness out a oonu room
No criticize the foreman true you flowers improve
Listem me no bride and groom rastafman a said





Chorus

Overall Meaning

The song "Free" by Anthony B is a reggae anthem that speaks to the struggles and aspirations of the black community. The lyrics call for freedom both physically and emotionally, urging people to let go of grudges and judgments, and to focus on positive energy and blessings. The opening lines set the tone for the song, as it invokes the name of Emperor Selassie I, a central figure in Rastafarianism and a symbol of unity and empowerment.


In the first verse, Anthony B presents himself as a positive influence, promoting meditation and positivity while rejecting negativity and Babylonian ways. He declares himself a blessing and a sieve for Babylon, refusing to bow down to it. In the second verse, he calls for justice, stating that ghetto people should not be used or abused by those in power. Instead, they should be given the respect and dignity they deserve. He also warns against judging others and promotes unity and brotherhood.


Line by Line Meaning

Well a bless we a bless dem and teach dem
We offer blessings to those around us and teach them.


And purge dem out and cleanse dem
We purify and cleanse those in our community.


Mek dem know say Emperor Selassie I Is the almighty ah yo yagi yagi yagi di yagi yagi di yo Yagi di yagi di yo a a a, yagi di yagi di yo, yagi di yagi di yo
We recognize Emperor Selassie I as the almighty and praise him with energetic chants.


Tell them free that's the way ghetto youths want to be So we can spree yo pick the beam out a you eye Before you grudge nobody Take the words from Anthony and Startrail family We say free, that's the way the blackman want to be Fi haile the trinity yo pick the beam out a you eye Before you judge nobody Take the words from Anthony and Startrail
We advocate for freedom, urging listeners to remove their own faults before judging others, and encouraging them to listen to our words.


Meditation ulimited yes that a me Foundation solid yes that a me A think positive yest that a me Me nah think negative yes that a me Pure blessing me give yes that a me Babylon we a sieve yes that a me Nah bow out pon dem pig yes that a me Me grow me locks it better than them wig so me shout out
We practice meditation and have a firm foundation. We think positively and don't dwell on negativity. We offer blessings and separate ourselves from oppressive forces. We don't succumb to conformism and instead embrace our unique culture.


Caan use ghetto man like dem a mucule Caan come tear dem like terline and wool Cup dem empty rasta come fi full Justice dem lock up a it me pull Fi do that you a fi brave, bad like bull Chant lightning that mean say bobo powerful Don't try stop you brother when you see him a do him good Leave all judging to Jah Jah that you should
We reject the exploitation and oppression of ghetto communities, and instead strive to empower them with justice and full cups. We encourage bravery and assertiveness, and recognize the power of chanting. We advocate for non-interference in others' endeavors and leave judgement to a higher power.


See rasta and a criticize dem pants but look pon you shirt Say dem pants hole, hole but you shirt it have dirt Me show you the dirt you say a you feelings mi hurt So leave the judging to Selassie I the first yo You stop criticize the bobo when you see dem a sell dem broom A it a sweep the filthiness out a oonu room No criticize the foreman true you flowers improve Listem me no bride and groom rastafman a said
We criticize those who judge others' appearances while neglecting their own flaws. We urge others to recognize their own shortcomings and not interfere with others' work. We encourage reflection and growth instead of criticizing others.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GREG BIECK, E. TYLER HAYES, ANDREW FROMM

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goope

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