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)
No One Knows Tomorrow
Anthony B Lyrics
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I was talking to the weather man about today, oh, oh, oh
And all, all he could say
Was no one knows tomorrow
See I can read the weather, child
I can say maybe the rain will fall, the sun will shine, oh, oh, oh
But that's as far as my guess goes'Cause no one knows tomorrow
Oh, oh, ha, no one knows tomorrow
Tell me what's the need to go to war
All the killings just to settle some one else's score, oh, oh
When the victory isn't even sure, oh, oh, oh
No one knows tomorrow
See we can study history
And philosophy and Plato's ideology, oh, oh, oh
But tomorrows still a mystery
No one knows tomorrow, oh, oh, ha
No one knows tomorrow, oh
No one knows tomorrow, oh, oh, ha
No one knows tomorrow, oh, ha
Tomorrow is your opportunity to fail
Or be successful if you please, yes indeed
Tomorrow is a politician's today
It's the victim of decision and the future of our children
So when I die someday will I be in heavenly places
Singing hallelujah with an angel on the piano?
Or will I be just another contribution
To the earth, the tress, the grasses as tomorrow slowly passes?
No one knows, no one knows
No one knows, no one knows
No one knows, no one knows
No one knows
So when I die someday will I be in heavenly places
Singing hallelujah with an angel on the piano?
Or will I be just another contribution
To the earth, the tress, the grasses as tomorrow slowly passes?
No one knows, no one knows
No one knows, no one knows
No one knows
The song "No One Knows Tomorrow" by Anthony B is a thoughtful reflection on the uncertainty of tomorrow. The song begins with the singer talking to the weather man and realizing that while he can predict the weather, he cannot predict what tomorrow will bring. The chorus emphasizes the theme of the song, with the repeated refrain of "No one knows tomorrow."
The second verse addresses the futility of war and violence as a means of settling disputes, as the outcome is never certain. The singer suggests that even with all of our knowledge of history and philosophy, the future remains a mystery. The final verse is a contemplation of death and what may happen after we pass away. The uncertainty of the future is once again emphasized, as the singer wonders if he will go to heaven or simply become another part of the earth.
Overall, the song is a reminder that life is unpredictable and that we should cherish every moment we have. It encourages listeners to let go of fear and anxiety about the future and focus on living in the present.
Line by Line Meaning
Just the other day, the other day
Recently, while engaging with my surroundings
I was talking to the weather man about today, oh, oh, oh
I engaged in a conversation with an expert, but about only today's weather
And all, all he could say
The expert's opinion was limited
Was no one knows tomorrow
The future continues to be a mystery to all
See I can read the weather, child
I can interpret the weather, however
I can say maybe the rain will fall, the sun will shine, oh, oh, oh
I can make a prediction of precipitation or sunshine
But that's as far as my guess goes
My forecast is limited by what I can observe at the moment
'Cause no one knows tomorrow
I am not omniscient
Tell me what's the need to go to war
I question the justification for conflict
All the killings just to settle some one else's score, oh, oh
The casualties of war are often innocent parties
When the victory isn't even sure, oh, oh, oh
Victory cannot be guaranteed in war
No one knows tomorrow
The outcome of conflict remains unpredictable
See we can study history
We can learn from the past
And philosophy and Plato's ideology, oh, oh, oh
We can deepen our understanding of life's questions
But tomorrows still a mystery
Even with extensive knowledge, tomorrow's events are still unknown
No one knows tomorrow, oh, oh, ha
Uncertainty still exists
Tomorrow is your opportunity to fail
You have the chance to fall short or succeed tomorrow
Or be successful if you please, yes indeed
You have the potential to attain success
Tomorrow is a politician's today
Tomorrow is where policies will take effect
It's the victim of decision and the future of our children
Future outcomes will be based on current decision-making
So when I die someday will I be in heavenly places
After death, my destination is uncertain
Singing hallelujah with an angel on the piano?
Heaven is an optimistic view of the afterlife
Or will I be just another contribution
Alternatively, death may be the end of all contributions
To the earth, the trees, the grasses as tomorrow slowly passes?
My remains will become one with nature
No one knows, no one knows
Uncertainty remains even in death
No one knows
No one has all the answers
Contributed by Liliana N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Revolutionary Anthony B
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My Anthem.💆🤗
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