Not an Easy Road
Anthony B Lyrics


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I never thought I would've made it
Then afterwards, they mistake it, chro
I'll be here for sure, don't worry
And mi say my, my, my m-my

It's not an easy road
And many see the glamour and the glitter so them think a bed of rose, mi say
Who feels it knows, oooh
Lord help me sustain these blows
I cry!
It's not an easy road
And many see the glamour and the glitter so them think a bed of rose, mi say
Who feels it knows, oooh
Lord help me sustain

From the minute of birth, you enter this earth
Obstacles deh inna your way to overcome first
Throughout everyday they seem to get worse
Oh my God, cast away this curse!
Everybody ah try fi make every end meet
Through every way they endeavor
Lord God you see it
No matter what the world may say out ah street
Must affi survive, won't accept defeat
Now I'm weary, tired and dreary
Got no time to waste
You better know that

It's not an easy road
And many see the glamour and the glitter so them think a bed of rose, mi say
Who feels it knows, oooh
Lord help me sustain these blows
I cry!
It's not an easy road
And many see the glamour and the glitter so them think a bed of rose, mi say
Who feels it knows, oooh
Lord help me sustain these blows

While you rise to see the sun
Who you love a pull you down
Trying to discredit the works you have done
Some can't satisfy with the past of ally
From the Scribes and Pharisees
You've got to stay wide
Hold up me head glancing on both side
A wait, anticipate, pray fi you to slide
Righteousness prevail with Jah by my side
Deliver Jonah from the whale
No leave him to die
Help us all Abbabajoni
Hold up my head and cry
I tell you now

It's not an easy road, Oh no
It's not an easy road

I've been travelling morning
With such a heavy load
Now it's noon and I cannot afford
To put down that burden 'longside the road
Yea, I've got to hold it
I got to humble myself like a child
Upon my face I've the got to put on a smile
Make up my mind just to walk more miles
Oh God I've got to, I've got to, because I know that

It's not an easy road
And many see the glamour and the glitter so them think a bed of rose, mi say
Who feels it knows, oooh
Lord help me sustain these blows
Hot foot
It's not an easy road
And many see the glamour and the glitter so them think a bed of rose, mi say
Who feels it knows, oooh
Lord help me sustain these blows

From the minute of birth, you enter this earth
Obstacles deh inna your way to overcome first
Throughout everyday they seem to get worse
Oh my God, cast away this curse!
Everybody ah try fi make every end meet




Through every way they endeavor
Lord God you see it

Overall Meaning

Anthony B's song "Not an Easy Road" speaks about the challenges and difficulties that come with pursuing one's dreams and passion. The song begins with Anthony B expressing his disbelief that he has made it this far but acknowledges that people have mistaken his success for an easy path. He reassures his listeners that he is here to stay and will continue to persevere. The chorus emphasizes the theme of the song, that pursuing what one loves and dreams of is not an easy road. The glamour and glitter that people see is just a facade, and only those who experience the journey know how challenging it is.


The second verse emphasizes the obstacles that one has to overcome, starting from birth. Anthony B mentions that each day brings new challenges, and some people will want to discredit the hard work and effort one has put in. He urges people to stay strong and keep their head up, knowing that righteousness will ultimately prevail with God on their side. The final verse continues the same theme of perseverance, referring to the burden one carries and the need to carry it with a smile.


Overall, the song emphasizes the importance of resilience and persistence in pursuing one's dreams. It acknowledges that the journey is a difficult one, but with strength and determination, one can overcome any obstacle.


Line by Line Meaning

I never thought I would've made it
I never expected to reach this level of success


Then afterwards, they mistake it, chro
People misunderstand my achievements after the fact


I'll be here for sure, don't worry
I will not give up, I will stay strong


And mi say my, my, my m-my
An expression of frustration and struggle


It's not an easy road
Life is difficult and challenging


And many see the glamour and the glitter so them think a bed of rose, mi say
People only see the surface level of success and think it is easy


Who feels it knows, oooh
Only those who have experienced struggle know the true reality


Lord help me sustain these blows
I need strength to survive the hardships


I cry!
An expression of intense emotional pain


From the minute of birth, you enter this earth
Life presents challenges from the very beginning


Obstacles deh inna your way to overcome first
You must overcome obstacles to succeed


Throughout everyday they seem to get worse
Challenges escalate and become more difficult


Oh my God, cast away this curse!
A plea for divine intervention to remove obstacles


Everybody ah try fi make every end meet
Everyone is struggling to make ends meet


Through every way they endeavor
Despite struggle, people continue to push forward


No matter what the world may say out ah street
Ignore naysayers and continue striving for success


Must affi survive, won't accept defeat
Survival is essential, giving up is not an option


Now I'm weary, tired and dreary
Feeling exhausted and drained


Got no time to waste
There is no time to waste on anything that does not contribute to success


While you rise to see the sun
While we strive for success and achievement


Who you love a pull you down
Those closest to you may act as obstacles to your success


Trying to discredit the works you have done
People will try to undermine your achievements


Some can't satisfy with the past of ally
Some people cannot accept past mistakes and hold them against you


From the Scribes and Pharisees
A reference to religious critics and hypocrites


You've got to stay wide
You must remain vigilant and aware


Hold up me head glancing on both side
Watchful and cautious at all times


A wait, anticipate, pray fi you to slide
Be patient, prepare for success, and pray for it


Righteousness prevail with Jah by my side
Justice and goodness will win as long as God is with me


Deliver Jonah from the whale
A reference to the Bible story of Jonah being saved from danger


No leave him to die
Do not give up on success and survival


Help us all Abbabajoni
A prayer for divine assistance and guidance


Hold up my head and cry
Stay strong and persevere through tears


I've been travelling morning
Struggles and hardships have been constant and ongoing


With such a heavy load
Feeling burdened and weighed down


Now it's noon and I cannot afford
There is no time to waste on rest or relaxation


To put down that burden 'longside the road
You must continue carrying the burden towards success


Yea, I've got to hold it
Perseverance is key


I got to humble myself like a child
Stay grounded and humble in the face of success and adversity


Upon my face I've the got to put on a smile
Maintain positivity and optimism even in difficult times


Make up my mind just to walk more miles
Resolve to keep going and achieve more


Hot foot
An expression of urgency and haste




Writer(s): Brent Dowe, Tony Robinson, James Mcnaughton, Keith Anthony Blair, Arthur S Reid, Lynford Marshall

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Comments from YouTube:

BeenThroughTheStorm

May the blind see one day that reggae music pave the way for real life in a world of fake vibes

Kitur Selassie

"Just to survive you have to burn like a warrior"

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*you have 'be born as a warrior.

Franklin Sound System

I came I saw I conquered

potentialrandom

Thank you.

Ebrima Sowe

Not an easy rouy

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