Not Guilty
Aswad Lyrics


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Not guilty
For getting in your way
While you're trying to steal the day
Not guilty
And I'm not here for the rest
I'm not trying to steal your vest.

I am not trying to be smart
I only want what I can get
I'm really sorry for your aging head
But like you heard me said
Not guilty.

Not guilty
For being on your street
Getting underneath your feet
Not guilty
No use handing me a writ
While I'm trying to do my bit.

I don't expect to take your heart
I only want what I can get
I'm really sorry that you're underfed
But like you heard me said
Not guilty.

Not guilty
For looking like a freak
Making friends with every Sikh
Not guilty
For leading you astray
On the road to Mandalay.

I won't upset the apple cart
I only want what I can get
I'm really sorry that you've been misled




But like you heard me said
Not guilty

Overall Meaning

The song "Not Guilty" by Aswad is a song about not feeling responsible for other people's problems or issues. The lyrics suggest that the singer is not trying to get in anyone's way, steal anything, or cause any harm. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "not guilty" as if to emphasize that the singer is not responsible for the things that others may blame him for.


The first verse suggests that the singer is not trying to steal anyone's thunder or prevent anyone from achieving their goals. The second verse suggests that the singer is not trying to cause any trouble or be a nuisance to anyone. The third verse suggests that the singer is not trying to conform to societal norms or expectations, and is therefore not guilty of any wrongdoing.


Overall, the song is a statement of innocence, with the singer insisting that he is not responsible for any of the problems or issues that others may accuse him of causing. The song has a light, upbeat tone, with a reggae beat and catchy melody.


Line by Line Meaning

Not guilty
I am not responsible for the things you accuse me of


For getting in your way
I'm sorry if I'm in your path, but it's not intentional


While you're trying to steal the day
I'm not trying to ruin your plans or take your opportunities


And I'm not here for the rest
I'm not involved in whatever else is going on


I'm not trying to steal your vest
I don't want to take anything from you


For being on your street
I'm not trespassing or causing trouble by being here


Getting underneath your feet
I'm sorry if I'm in your way, but it's not intentional


No use handing me a writ
Don't bother trying to sue me for something I haven't done


While I'm trying to do my bit
I'm just trying to get done whatever I need to do


For looking like a freak
I may not look like you, but that doesn't mean I'm doing anything wrong


Making friends with every Sikh
I'm not discriminating against anyone and not excluding anyone from my friendship


For leading you astray
I'm not trying to misguide anyone or manipulate anything for my own pleasure


On the road to Mandalay
I have enough on my plate already without adding more drama


I won't upset the apple cart
I'm not going to do anything that could upset things or ruin any progress


I only want what I can get
I'm not looking for anything extravagant, just enough for me to get by


I'm really sorry that you've been misled
I'm sorry if you've got the wrong idea about me, but I'm not doing anything wrong


But like you heard me said
I've told you before, and I'm telling you again


Not guilty
I am not responsible for the things you accuse me of




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: GEORGE HARRISON

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Comments from YouTube:

@gliddofglood

I have spun this vinyl so many time since the early 80s. It never loses its magic or power. One of the very best reggae albums ever. Got to love that massively trebly drum sound with huge reverb!

@angstgoose

Me too : ) Just love the drum solo in the medley and how it smoothly it all flows one into another

@angstgoose

Haha wrong tune but you know what I mean

@angstgoose

https://youtu.be/hvAL8FLV5Sk

@elywananda

When I first heard the album, the tinny drums annoyed me. But after a while it kinda just works!

@diegorafaelsanchez

rest in POWER the great Drummie Zeb. you will be missed. what great percussion, vocals and song writing! we are in eternal gratitude

@malwright5240

I was in Meanwhile Gardens for this concert. An exciting, beautiful, memorable evening.

@dirkpackwood6409

One of the best live albums ever

@stevieG.

Aswad's finest hour - without exception

@mirfieldcrew

R.I.P. DRUMMIE ZEB, ASWAD CAN'T NOW CONTINUE

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